Enrol
Our school welcomes enrolments throughout the school year. Enrol today or talk to us to find out how your child can join our school.
Ready to enrol?
We’re excited to welcome your family to our school community! To begin your journey, simply complete our online application form.
How to enrol
Every child has the right to access quality public education in their local community. If you live in our local intake area, start your journey to join our vibrant school community today. Follow these key steps:
- Check your eligibility: use School Finder to confirm if your address is within our local intake area.
- Read: other enrolment details for our school.
- Apply online: complete our online enrolment application.
Visit NSW Department of Education for more information on enrolling in NSW public schools including:
- local intake areas
- non-local enrolments
- additional learning needs
- starting or transitioning to school
- moving schools
- other ways to enrol.
How to apply for our opportunity class
Opportunity classes are one of the ways that the department supports high potential and gifted students. These are students who learn faster and more easily than others.
It is a two-year program from Year 5 to 6. Parents and carers cannot apply for Year 6 placement only.
You can apply even if our school is outside your local enrolment area. Enrolment is by application only. Students must sit the placement test to be offered a place.
We offer an equal number of places for girls and boys. Learn more at Gender parity model
When to apply
Applications are now closed for opportunity class entry in 2027
There is no late application period. If you have a question about your current application, please visit Selective high schools and opportunity classes. You can also send a message to the Selective Education Team in your application dashboard.
Applications usually open in early November (when students are in Year 3) and close in February the next year. You can choose up to 4 schools to apply to.
For more information, check the key dates.
Applications are managed by the department’s Selective Education Team.
Apply online
Residency requirements
To be enrolled in an opportunity class:
- you and your child must be living in NSW at the start of the school year
- and your child must be either:
- an Australian or New Zealand citizen
- an Australian permanent resident
- hold a visa that allows enrolment – check the list here: Visa subclasses and enrolment conditions.
Steps
- Visit the application website
- Register to start your application
- Verify your email address
- Log in
- Complete all sections of the application
- Select submit
- Student sits the placement test
- Outcomes are released
Fair access
The department supports high potential and gifted students from all backgrounds to apply. We know that some of these students experience educational disadvantage. To make access fairer, the Equity Placement Model holds up to 20% of places for:
- students from low socio-educational backgrounds
- Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
- students from rural and remote areas
- students with disabilities.
For more information, visit Fair Access.
Late applications
Closing dates for applications are strictly observed. Make sure you submit your application before the closing date. No late applications will be accepted.
For more information, check the key dates.
More information
For more information about the placement test, application process and fair access, visit Selective high schools and opportunity classes.
Other enrolment details for our school
Our school might have extra steps for enrolment. Our office staff are here to help, so contact us if you have any questions.
Enrolment applications are finalised at the school.
For more information, visit primary school enrolment.
School contributions
In NSW public schools, all financial contributions are voluntary. Every student has full access to the curriculum, regardless of whether contributions are made.
There are some costs associated with going to school that you may find it helpful to plan and budget for.
Costs to consider include:
- uniforms
- school books and equipment
- excursions
- co-curricular activities.
For more information, see Voluntary school contributions on the Department of Education's website.
Financial assistance
If you are unable to pay school contributions because of financial hardship, you may be eligible for assistance from the school.
Our principal will ensure no student or family suffers any discrimination or embarrassment over the inability to pay school contributions.
Out of area enrolments
Online enrolment can also be used for out-of-area enrolment. Please note that out-of-area enrolment procedures are subject to the department’s enrolment policy.
Moving to high schools
Visit the moving to high school page to find out more about the transition of year 6 students into year 7.
Temporary visas and international students
The Temporary Residents Program has information about eligibility and the forms to complete an application.
Distance education
Distance education is an equity program for students who are geographically isolated or whose individual circumstances prevent them from regularly attending school. Students must meet one of the conditions in the Distance Education Enrolment Procedures to be eligible to access this program as a full-time student.
For more information about educational opportunities in rural areas, visit Rural and distance education.
Moving overseas
Moving overseas and need school reports authenticated for DFAT? Email document.authentication@det.nsw.edu.au to arrange to bring original documents to 105 Phillip Street, Parramatta 2150.
Visit us before you enrol
Starting a new school is a big step. We're here to help make the transition a smooth and positive experience for every student and their family.
We may offer a school tour, open day, information session or orientation program. These events help you and your child feel prepared for starting school.
Meet our friendly staff, explore our school facilities, and see what makes our school a great place to learn.
Contact us to find out what’s available and how we can support you before your child starts at our school.
Enrolment process
If you are in our local enrolment area, please follow the four-step process to enrol your child at Balgowlah Heights Public School.
STEP 1:
Apply online
Our new online enrolment process makes it easier and faster to enrol your child at your local school.
To apply online, you must:
- be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident
- live in the local enrolment area of this school.
If you are not eligible to use the online form or prefer not to, you can download an application to enrol.
STEP 2:
Collect the following documents which are required to support your child’s enrolment at our school:
- Proof of student’s residential address as per 100 point check.
- Birth certificate and proof of citizenship by way of passport.
- Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement.
- In addition any other documents required as per the checklist on page 15 of the Application to enrol.
STEP 3:
The following documents must also be provided to the school at the enrolment appointment:
Download our enrolment form
If you don’t want to enrol online, you can download and fill out the enrolment form. Then hand it in at our school's front office.
What makes us a great choice for your child?
Learn about our values, what we offer, and why families trust us to support their child’s learning and growth.
Does your child need extra support?
Our learning and support team is here to help. Visit Additional learning support before you complete the enrolment form to learn how we can best support your child.
Why choose us?
Find out what makes our school special and why families choose us.
Travel to our school
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