Kincoppal Rose Bay School of The Sacred Heart
KRBCatholic, Founded 1882
Updated July 2026
Kincoppal-Rose Bay School of the Sacred Heart is a leading Catholic independent school located in Sydney’s eastern suburbs, offering a co-educational environment from the Early Learning Centre through Year 6 and an all-girls education from Year 7 to Year 12. It is part of an international network of 150 Sacred Heart schools across 41 countries.
Curriculum
Teaching approach
Kincoppal-Rose Bay is a Catholic independent school guided by the values of Sacred Heart Education, which focuses on educating both the heart and the mind. The school aims to develop students of integrity and compassion who are committed to service, global awareness, and social responsibility. It emphasizes the positive education of the whole student, encouraging them to become independent, lifelong learners who feel empowered to transform their world.
Programmes
The school offers a comprehensive academic program from the Early Learning Centre (ages 3+) through to Year 12. The curriculum is supported by a teaching and learning framework that incorporates Cambridge International offerings and global opportunities. The school provides day places for all students and boarding options for girls in Years 7–12.
Outcomes
The school prepares students for tertiary study and post-school opportunities, with graduates transitioning into various pathways. The school reports on the achievements of its HSC cohorts, reflecting a focus on balanced education and personal excellence.
Student support
Learning support
The school provides after-school tutoring with teachers in the Turnbull Centre. Additionally, a peer tutoring program exists where Year 10 students tutor Junior School students.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does Kincoppal Rose Bay School of The Sacred Heart offer?
- Kincoppal Rose Bay School of The Sacred Heart offers IGCSE.
- Is Kincoppal Rose Bay School of The Sacred Heart a day or boarding school?
- Kincoppal Rose Bay School of The Sacred Heart is a boarding school.
- Is Kincoppal Rose Bay School of The Sacred Heart co-educational?
- Kincoppal Rose Bay School of The Sacred Heart is a co-ed school.
- Where is Kincoppal Rose Bay School of The Sacred Heart located?
- Kincoppal Rose Bay School of The Sacred Heart is an international school in Sydney, Australia.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The school accepts applications for enrolment at any time after birth and encourages parents to apply as early as possible. Prospective families are invited to attend Discovery Mornings to tour the campus and meet with staff. Admissions enquiries can be directed to the school via phone or email, and the school provides information on fees, scholarships, and bursaries.
Calendar
The school provides a list of term dates for 2025–2026 on its website.
Facilities
About the campus
The campus features 19th-century architecture blended with modern facilities, including the Maureen Tudehope Centre, which houses a 25m pool, a multipurpose indoor sports court, a fitness centre, dance studios, and the 900-capacity Edwina Taylor Clark Auditorium. The school has two libraries, a heritage-listed chapel, and dedicated learning hubs such as the Stuart Centre for Year 7 and the Jean Marie Flynn Year 12 Learning Hub. The Early Learning Centre includes purpose-built buildings with access to private bushland and harbour beaches.
Co-curriculars
The co-curricular program includes a wide range of activities such as sport, music, and performing arts. Specific offerings include swimming, water polo, tennis, netball, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and dance classes including ballet, jazz, and contemporary. The school also hosts musicals and plays, and provides opportunities for students to engage in STEM activities like coding and robotics.
- Erica ThomasPrincipal
Erica Thomas serves as the Principal of Kincoppal-Rose Bay School of the Sacred Heart. She expresses a commitment to leading the school with a focus on the individual, enabling students to cultivate their strengths, gifts, and potential.
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