Find and compare NSW schools by catchment, cost and child fit
SchoolFit NSW helps families choose the right primary or high school across New South Wales — public, Catholic and independent — using official catchment data, fees, academic results, commute times and what actually matters for your child.
What you can do on SchoolFit NSW
- Enter your address to see your NSW public school catchment instantly.
- Search and filter schools by suburb, sector, programs, languages and fees.
- Compare schools side by side on academics, daily life, culture and community.
- Browse NSW school rankings based on HSC and NAPLAN performance.
- Plan school costs across 13 years with our real-cost calculator.
- Read parent guides on enrolment, selective schools, OC tests and starting Kindy.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I find my school catchment in NSW?
Enter your address on SchoolFit NSW to see which public school catchment you fall into, plus nearby Catholic and independent options. Catchment data comes from official NSW Department of Education sources.
Can I compare public, Catholic and independent NSW schools side by side?
Yes. SchoolFit NSW lets you compare schools across sectors on academic results, fees, commute, programs, culture and child fit — without bias toward any one type.
Is SchoolFit NSW free to use?
Yes. Searching schools, viewing catchments, comparing options and using the cost planner are all free for families.
When should my child start Kindergarten in NSW?
In NSW, children must start Kindergarten by the year they turn 6. They can start at the beginning of the school year if they turn 5 on or before 31 July of that year.