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.
You are very welcome to apply for an out of area placement.
Other enrolment details for our school
Kindergarten
Enrolments for Kindergarten are taken the year before the child starts school. Please ensure that you complete the Enrolment form. Kindergarten children must be five years old by the 31st July in order to be enrolled. You will need to provide the following documentation prior to your child starting school.
- Birth certificate or passport
- Complete Immunisation certificate (not the blue book)
- The following 100-point residential address check is used to determine the student’s entitlement to enrol at the school.
Kinder Transition to School
Kindergarten Transition days are held each year in Term 4. This is an opportunity for families to familiarise themselves with the school environment, meet teachers, office staff, and other families. The new children are also linked with their Year 4 buddy for the following year.
Information Evening For Kindergarten 2026
This is an opportunity for you to learn more about our school, meet some of the staff and find out about teaching and learning in Kindergarten.
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.
For more information, see Voluntary school contributions on the Department of Education's website.
Moving to high school
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.
Australian Defence Force
We warmly welcome your family to South Coogee Public School. We are proud supporters of our ADF families and have developed a comprehensive transition program to ensure every child feels seen, supported, and ready to thrive from day one. Please complete this form to help us ensure a smooth and supportive transition for your child. sthcoogee-p.schools@det.nsw.edu.au
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.
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.
1. Only one of (i.e. no additional points for additional documents)
- Council rate notice
- Lease agreement through a registerd real estate agent for a period of at least 6 months or rental board bond receipt
- Exchanged contract of sale with settlement to occur within the applicable school year
2. Any of the following:
- Private rental agreement for a period of at least 6 months
- Centrelink payment statement showing home address
- Electoral roll statement
3. Any of the following documents
- Electricity or gas bill showing the service address*
- Water bill showing the service address*
- Telephone or internet bill showing the service address*
- Drivers licence or government issued ID showing home address*
- Home building or home contents insurance showing the service address
- Motor vehicle registration or compulsory third party insurance policy showing home address
- Statutory declaration stating the child's residential address, how long they have lived there, and any supporting information or documentation of this.
* up to three months old
Students arriving from overseas will need to bring their passports and visas when enrolling at school and special conditions may exist for some visa holders.
Priority is given to children who live within the school boundary and siblings. Out of area applications for enrolment are only offered if a vacancy exists.
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. See our top programs, student support and what families say about our school.
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.
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
Learn about local transport options and how to get here safely.