Ascham has around 1,000 students from Prep to Year 12.  Although the school has recommended entry years with tailored introductory programs, it is flexible in its acceptance of new students at other times if space is available.  Although non-selective, Ascham has a strong academic emphasis and offers a classic curriculum.

All girls entering the school are asked to visit for an assessment.  Families are invited to attend an Introductory Morning to see and learn about Ascham. Before a place is offered, all new girls and parents have an interview with the headmistress and a further chance to see the school. 

Boarding has been an integral part of Ascham life since the school’s earliest years and the school places great importance on continuing its boarding tradition. Most boarders come from country New South Wales.

Enquiries are welcome.  Please contact:
The Registrar
Mrs Dea Richardson
Ascham School
Telephone: 61 2 8356 7034

Click here to use our online contact form.

The more common entry points and usual ages at entry are:

Prep
Four-years-old by 31 March in year of entry.
This program is five days per week.

Infants
Kindergarten: five-years-old by 31 March in year of entry.

Junior
Year 5: ten-years-old by 31 March in year of entry.

Senior and boarding
Year 7: twelve-years-old by 31 March in year of entry.
Boarders: preferred points of entry are Year 6 or Year 7.