SCHOOLING
Choose with confidence
Choosing the right school in Australia is a decision you need to make quickly and get it right the first time.
Our personal support and local insights will help you with the key information you need to make an informed decision. Australia offers a very high level of education with many different pathways. This can be confusing. Talk to us about what is important to your family, what school aligns with your values.
Understanding the school system in Australia
There are a number of schooling options in Australia, including:
- Private
- Semi-Private
- Coed
- State Schooling
- All girls education
- All boys education
- Parallel education
Our school support service will help you navigate the different options and shortlist schools appropriate for your child.
Our School Search service includes:
- Skype/Zoom call to discuss your children’s needs
- Information on school rankings, Naplan results and curriculums
- Shortlisting of schools
- We will contact schools to check on spaces available per year level
- Arrange school tours for your arrival or during an orientation visit
- Support and guidance to complete enrolment forms
- School preparations including immunization updates and uniform purchase
- Further advice for parents on settling their children and following up
- English language lessons arranged if required
We understand how important decisions need to be made quickly. We work with you to understand your family values and your child’s interest. Sometimes it’s not about the biggest school or the best rankings, it is about your child. We get that.
FAQ
Do you consult on all streams of schooling?
Yes, we can share information and reports on all streams, Private, Semi-Private or State schools
Do I need a house before I can enrol a child in school in Australia?
It depends on which stream of school you are choosing. If you are choosing State schools, then yes, we need to find the home first, so you can show the school you are living within their zone.
What documents will I need to enrol a child in school?
You will need your visa, especially if you are eligible for free schooling, so they can check your visa type. Immunization records, previous school reports – in English. There are application forms to complete, which will require parents work, Doctor and other information.
Do Australian School wear school uniform?
Yes, most schools do wear uniform.
Do you have connections to get my child into a school even if there is a waiting list.
No, this is generally not acceptable in Australia as it can be in other countries where corporate sponsors gain an advantage.
What do you take into consideration when shortlisting schools with us?
Budget is the first consideration, we will then discuss what the family is looking for in a school – this could be values, subject choices, extracurricular activities. We take a holistic view of your relocation and consider commutes and transport options for the family.
Where do we start with choosing a school?
Our advice would be to start with assessing what you currently enjoy in the current school. Then book consultation to discuss your options with us.
Are there waiting lists to enrol children in schools?
This depends on the type of school. If it is Private or Semi Private, you should start at least a year out, so you have time to evaluate which schools have spaces based on your needs. If you are opting for State schooling in Australia, then you need home in the catchment zone first. Once you have a home, you can enrol the children within a few days.
