NSW Schools Open Up Enrollment, Boost Public Education
Update: 2026-01-05
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Parents in New South Wales now have more options for public schools, as the Department of Education relaxes rules on out-of-area enrolments. Schools will share spots with local communities, aiming to boost enrolments from 62.9% in 2023 to 65.5% by 2034. Top schools like Homebush Boys and Strathfield Girls are now showing availability for non-local students. The department has also expanded catchments for co-ed high schools across Sydney. Parents and school groups welcome the added transparency, which could influence housing decisions. Three new co-ed schools will open in 2026, and theres a shared enrolment zone for Cammeraygal High and Mosman High. Critics urge the department to improve struggling schools reputations. These updates aim to make public education more appealing and accessible for families.
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