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Abbotsleigh

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It depends on your child's needs and your family's priorities. Abbotsleigh is an independent combined school in Wahroonga, NSW, for Pre Kindergarten to Year 12, boarding available. Compare it with nearby schools, and book a tour to see it in person.

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Abbotsleigh

Wahroonga, NSW 2076

Independent
All Girls
Primary & Secondary
Years
Pre Kindergarten to Year 12
Primary & Secondary
Students
1,634
ACARA 2025
Annual fees
$22,750–$44,300
Domestic
Next open day
None listed
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Empowering young women to thrive and positively impact the world through education.

An independent Anglican school dedicated to inspiring girls through educational excellence and innovation, fostering integrity, positivity, and global citizenship. Comprehensive programs in academics, sport, music, and co-curricular activities encourage personal growth and promote social responsibility.

School Overview

Key information about Abbotsleigh

School overview facts
School typePrimary & SecondarySectorIndependent
Year levelsPre Kindergarten to Year 12Enrolments1,634
Early learningYes · other campusesTeacher–student ratio1:10.1
GenderAll GirlsPrincipalNot available
BoardingYesFoundedNot available
School overview facts
School typePrimary & Secondary
Year levelsPre Kindergarten to Year 12
Early learningYes · other campuses
GenderAll Girls
BoardingYes
School overview facts (continued)
SectorIndependent
Enrolments1,634
Teacher–student ratio1:10.1
PrincipalNot available
FoundedNot available

Early learning & quality

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Abbotsleigh Junior School

Early learning at another campus of this school. Age programmes not yet confirmed.

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Abbotsleigh Early Learning Centre

WAHROONGA · NSW · SE-00006350

Overall NQS rating
Exceeding NQS

These ratings apply to this early learning service.

Quality areas7 areas
QA1Educational program and practice
Meeting NQS
QA2Children’s health and safety
Meeting NQS
QA3Physical environment
Exceeding NQS
QA4Staffing arrangements
Exceeding NQS
QA5Relationships with children
Exceeding NQS
QA6Collaborative partnerships with families and communities
Exceeding NQS
QA7Governance and leadership
Meeting NQS
ACECQA · 1 July 2026Report issued: 19 December 2023
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Programme availability is based on reviewed service links and school website evidence. ACECQA register snapshot: 1 July 2026.

Enrolment history

Enrolments from 2021 to 2025Bar chart of reported student totals. Exact figures and reporting details are available in the table below. Missing figures have no bar.01,6342021: 1,550 students · K–1220212022: 1,546 students · K–1220222023: 1,580 students · K–1220232024: 1,619 students · K–1220242025: 1,634 students · K–122025

Student composition · 2025

Boys and girls

Boys
0
Girls
1,634

Language background other than English

Another language at home
67%
English only
28%
Not stated
5%

Location

Abbotsleigh

1666 Pacific Hwy, Wahroonga NSW 2076

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Key Highlights

Key points parents often compare first for Abbotsleigh

  • Strong recent HSC performance

    Abbotsleigh’s 2025 HSC results page says the school achieved outstanding success, reinforcing its long-standing HSC record.

  • Broad performing arts pathway

    Students can audition across musical theatre, dance and drama, with AbbSchool tuition and Trinity College London-linked speech and drama.

  • Two boarding houses on campus

    Abbotsleigh offers boarding from Years 7 to 12 in Read House and McCredie House, including heritage and purpose-built options.

Programs & offerings

Programs, activities, support and facilities confirmed for Abbotsleigh

School-selected highlights are offerings the school has chosen to emphasise, not independent ratings. Other listed offerings are also available.

Arts & creativity3 offerings

  • Instrumental music

  • Choir & vocal music

  • Bands, orchestras & ensembles

    School-selected highlight

    School website emphasis: Symphony Orchestra and Symphonic Winds are flagship senior ensembles with audition or invitation entry. Symphonic Winds also requires regular private instrumental lessons.

Offerings can vary by campus, year level and availability. Contact the school to confirm current details. Items not shown may not yet have been confirmed.

School Fees

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Indicative annual school fees by year level
Year LevelDomestic StudentsInternational Students
Primary School
Kindergarten$22,750-
Year 1$29,400$42,950
Year 2$29,400$42,950
Year 3$32,000$45,250
Year 4$32,000$45,250
Year 5$35,550$48,700
Year 6$35,550$48,700
Secondary School
Year 7$41,600$54,750
Year 8$41,600$54,750
Year 9$42,700$55,800
Year 10$42,700$55,800
Year 11$44,300$57,400
Year 12$44,300$57,400
Information updated: 17 Sept 2026

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