Why choose us?
Ryde Secondary College is a Year 7 to Year 12 co-educational high school with an academically selective cohort, an additional high potential and gifted class, and mainstream classes in each cohort. The school also has a support unit with three classes, and an active learning and support team. There is a strong focus on quality teaching, effective support for learning and wellbeing, and dynamic, creative, and positive learning environments. We are proud to be part of a strong public education system and welcome students from all backgrounds and cultures.
Contact us to find out if Ryde Secondary College is the right choice for your child's education. Enrol today and join an inclusive community that values learning, growth and success!
The school is committed to refining and developing additional approaches to gather and analyse data to provoke data driven teaching practices that support students in achieving strong literacy and numeracy outcomes as foundations for success. Key initiatives include:
- Best practice teaching and learning through quality differentiated teaching and high potential and gifted education
- Personalised learning and support through small group tuition and support and enhanced assessment tools
- Explicit literacy and numeracy practice through embedded reading for writing opportunities and consistent numeracy instruction
The school strives to nurture the personal wellbeing, engagement and attendance of every member of the school community through positive and caring relationships and by supporting the development of individual resilience. We build a sense of accomplishment and experiences of joy. Key initiatives include:
- Improving attendance through attendance data response and engaging teaching practice
- Wellbeing in a supportive learning culture through effective classroom management and staff wellbeing
- Centres of excellence building curriculum enrichment and community opportunities
The school will continue to promote and leverage community partnerships to support successful and personalised pathways for all learners, provide opportunities for growth and attainment, encourage student voice and agency, build teacher and leader capacity, and promote the values of public education. Key initiatives include:
- Leading and leveraging our community of schools through NSEC professional learning and microcredentials
- Uniting stakeholders in learning through student voice and parent engagement projects
- Partnerships for pathways through learner transition profiles and transition scope and sequences
Why families choose us
A strong start
We help every child feel safe, included and confident from their very first day.
Support for every family
Our teachers and learning and wellbeing support teams work with our families. We co-design plans that help students learn in the way that works best for them.
High quality education
We offer our students a wide range of subjects and opportunities. This empowers them to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions.
Easy to access
Located in Ryde, our school is easy to access by public transport, walking or driving. This makes every day at school more convenient for our families.
What we can offer your child
Student success
Our school provides a high-quality education that supports every child’s growth. We’re proud of our students’ success in learning, competitions and life beyond school.
- participation in a range of competitions
- success in life beyond school
- active community members
- growth through high potential and gifted education
- striving for personal improvement.
A world of opportunities
We offer a wide range of programs and experiences to help them thrive. From STEM and sport to the creative arts and more, our broad curriculum encourages curiosity and critical thinking.
- excursions
- incursions
- extra-curricular activities
- a wide curriculum.
Tailored learning support
We know every child learns in their own way. That’s why we provide tailored learning support to help each student do their best. Our programs meet different student needs. This includes high potential and gifted students, students with additional needs or disability, and those who need wellbeing support. At our school, your child will get the support they need to succeed.
- teaching and learning adjustments
- extension activities for students who need extra challenge
- wellbeing and counselling support.
A welcoming community
Our school is a place where students from all backgrounds feel safe, respected and part of the community. We value diversity and and inclusive learning environments. Your child will learn and grow in a school that celebrates who they are. We prepare students to be confident, well-rounded global citizens.
- supporting students learning English as an additional language or dialect
- celebrating cultural events
- incorporating culturally inclusive school events
- ensuring cultural safety for all students.
Stories and highlights
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Policies and reports
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