Sans Souci School Catchment Guide 2026

Sans Souci School Catchment Guide

Sans Souci's school landscape offers solid public options and access to well-regarded private schools in the broader St George region. Here's what families need to know.

Sans Souci Public School

The Local Primary School

Sans Souci Public School serves the suburb and is the only public primary within the catchment.

Key Details:

Location: Russell Avenue, Sans Souci
Enrolment: ~300 students
Years: Kindergarten to Year 6
ICSEA Score: 1080 (above average)

What Parents Say:

Strong sense of community
Active P&C involvement
Good balance of academics and activities
Before and after school care available
Walking distance from most streets

Catchment Boundaries:

The catchment covers most of Sans Souci proper. Properties on the Sandringham border should verify catchment.

High School Options

Zoned Public High Schools

Kogarah High School

Location: Gladstone Street, Kogarah
Type: Co-educational comprehensive
Travel: 10-15 min drive or bus
Enrolment: ~900 students
ICSEA: 1040

James Cook Boys Technology High School

Location: Kingsgrove Road, Kogarah
Type: Boys only
Focus: Technology integration
Enrolment: ~650 students

Moorefield Girls High School

Location: English Street, Kogarah
Type: Girls only
Strong programs: Languages, performing arts
Enrolment: ~600 students

Selective Schools

Sydney Technical High School

Location: Bexley
Type: Fully selective boys
Entry: Year 7 selective test
Academic reputation: Excellent

St George Girls High School

Location: Kogarah
Type: Fully selective girls
Entry: Year 7 selective test
Academic reputation: Excellent

Private School Options

Catholic Schools

St Finbar's Catholic Primary

Sans Souci location
Fees: ~$2,500/year
Good reputation

Bethany College

Girls 7-12, Hurstville
Fees: ~$8,000/year
Strong community focus

Marist College Kogarah

Boys 7-12
Fees: ~$12,000/year
Excellent facilities

Independent Schools

Danebank School for Girls

Hurstville location
K-12 offering
Fees: ~$25,000/year (senior)

Hurstville Private

Co-ed K-12
Fees: ~$8,000-$15,000/year

Buying for School Catchment

Tips for Families:

Verify catchment before buying – boundaries can change
Sans Souci Public School demand means catchment properties sell fast
Consider high school proximity – Kogarah is the hub for secondary
Private school transport – many schools run bus services through Sans Souci

Premium Streets for School Access:

Russell Avenue (walking distance to Sans Souci PS)
Ramsgate Road (easy school drop-off)
Ida Street (close to primary school)

Before and After School Care

Options in Sans Souci:

Sans Souci Public School OOSH (on-site)
Various private childcare centres
Local church programs

Contact me for advice on buying in the right school catchment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What primary school is in Sans Souci?

Sans Souci Public School on Russell Avenue is the only public primary school in the suburb. It has approximately 300 students and maintains an above-average ICSEA score of 1080. Most Sans Souci streets are within its catchment.

Which high school zone is Sans Souci in?

Sans Souci is zoned for Kogarah High School (co-ed), with separate options at James Cook Boys High and Moorefield Girls High in Kogarah. Selective school options include Sydney Technical High (boys) and St George Girls High.

Are there private schools near Sans Souci?

Yes, St Finbar's Catholic Primary is in Sans Souci. For secondary, options include Bethany College and Marist College Kogarah (Catholic), and Danebank School and Hurstville Private (independent). Most are 10-15 minutes away.

How do school catchments affect property prices?

Properties within Sans Souci Public School catchment typically sell 5-10% faster than those on catchment boundaries. Streets like Russell Avenue, within walking distance of the school, command small premiums from family buyers.