Rowland Hassall School
Every student matters. Every success counts.
Enrolment at this school is not organised by year levels.
About the school
Rowland Hassall School caters for students with an intellectual disability and other secondary disabilities by providing quality education that enables them to become independent and responsible citizens. The school promotes active participation from parents and carers in its activities, fostering a cooperative partnership in learning and a caring, supportive environment.
Located within walking distance of the Parramatta CBD, Rowland Hassall School is accessible by train and bus transport, serving a diverse community from districts including Parramatta, Fairfield, Granville, south western Sydney, and extending west to the Blue Mountains. The full school team collaborates to ensure a cohesive and coordinated approach to teaching and learning, emphasising consultation and collaboration at all levels.
In response to increasing student enrolments, Rowland Hassall School relocated to a larger site on the eastern side of Woodville Road in Old Guildford. The new facilities, completed in July 2017, offer contemporary and flexible learning environments tailored to the needs of students with disabilities, featuring ten teaching areas that can accommodate up to 70 students.
The school is committed to rebuilding public education infrastructure and enhancing the learning experiences through various programs, including routine maintenance and upgrades to facilities. A focus on continuous improvement ensures that Rowland Hassall School remains a vibrant educational institution dedicated to the well-being and success of every student.
Mission
At our school, every student matters and every success counts. We create a nurturing and dynamic learning environment where each child is encouraged to explore, discover, and reach their full potential. With dedicated staff, personalised support, and a strong culture of belonging, we help every student learn, grow, and succeed, every day, in every way.
Location & Catchment Area
- Rowland Hassall School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Old Guildford Public School 233 m
- B Chester Hill High School 917 m
- C Granville South Creative and Performing Arts High School 1.1 km
- D Chester Hill North Public School 1.2 km
- E Guildford Public School 1.5 km
- F Yennora Public School 1.7 km
- G Verona School 1.7 km
- H Villawood North Public School 1.9 km
- I Blaxcell Street Public School 1.9 km
- J Sefton High School 2.3 km
- K Granville South Public School 2.3 km
- L Chester Hill Public School 2.3 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 63 (11 girls, 52 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 63
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 889 (percentile 9)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 67% / 21% / 9% / 3%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 190
- Indigenous students
- 21%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 61%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 19
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 13.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Primary ungraded | 13 |
| Secondary ungraded | 50 |
| Total | 63 |
Year by year
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.
| Year | Enrolments | Girls | Boys | Attendance % | ICSEA | Teaching staff (FTE) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 63 | 11 | 52 | - | 889 | 19 |
| 2024 | 66 | 10 | 56 | 61.6 | 912 | 18.2 |
| 2023 | 64 | 12 | 52 | 62.4 | 914 | 18.1 |
| 2022 | 53 | 9 | 44 | 50.6 | 886 | 17.7 |
| 2021 | 50 | 8 | 42 | 56.2 | 911 | 17.4 |
| 2020 | 55 | 16 | 39 | - | 918 | 18.3 |
| 2019 | 49 | 13 | 36 | - | 929 | 17.3 |
| 2018 | 48 | 12 | 36 | - | 896 | 18.4 |
| 2017 | 52 | 16 | 36 | - | - | 18.4 |
| 2016 | 52 | 10 | 42 | - | - | 18.4 |
| 2015 | 54 | 12 | 42 | - | - | 17.4 |
| 2014 | 48 | 10 | 38 | - | - | 17.3 |
| 2013 | 47 | 14 | 33 | - | - | 16.4 |
| 2012 | 50 | 10 | 40 | - | - | 13.6 |
| 2011 | 32 | 3 | 29 | - | - | 9.2 |
| 2010 | 36 | 7 | 29 | - | - | 12.9 |
| 2009 | 36 | 6 | 30 | - | 991 | 14.2 |
| 2008 | 38 | 6 | 32 | - | 991 | 16.1 |
Attendance data for 2020 is unavailable — NSW schools were disrupted by COVID-19 and the Department of Education did not publish figures for that year.