Enrolment at this school is not organised by year levels.
About the school
Redbank School is a NSW Department of Education School for Specific Purpose (SSP) dedicated to students with complex, diverse, and dynamic educational needs related to mental illness and/or significant mental health issues. Located on the grounds of Westmead Hospital, co-located with Redbank House, the school focuses on delivering personalised, wellbeing-oriented education programs for secondary school-aged students. The school's approach involves consultative and collaborative efforts between staff, students, parents/carers, and various government and non-government agencies to ensure that every student has optimal opportunities to connect, thrive, and succeed both within the school setting and beyond.
Vision and Values
Redbank School's vision centres on 'Sustainable Wellbeing,' guiding the leadership and management of the institution. The school prides itself on creating a safe, structured, and inclusive learning environment where each student is recognised and supported to achieve their full potential. The curriculum is complemented by programs aimed at enhancing skills in areas such as communication, independent living, social skills, and overall wellbeing strategies.
Community Involvement
A significant aspect of Redbank School's ethos is the strong partnership between staff and community mental health services, which focuses on delivering programmes and supports for young people and their families. The school works closely with families to co-design learning and wellbeing plans tailored to the specific needs of each student, ensuring that all educational experiences are customised to allow for personal growth and development.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
Location & Catchment Area
- Redbank School
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Palm Avenue School 301 m
- B The Childrens Hospital School 417 m
- C Toongabbie East Public School 788 m
- D Westmead Public School 1.1 km
- E Parramatta North Public School 1.6 km
- F Bayanami Public School 1.6 km
- G Northmead Public School 1.6 km
- H Northmead Creative and Performing Arts High School 1.8 km
- I Darcy Road Public School 2.0 km
- J Parramatta High School 2.1 km
- K Wentworthville Public School 2.3 km
- L Secondary College of Languages 2.4 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 46 (31 girls, 15 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 46
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1001 (percentile 47)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 39% / 20% / 16% / 24%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 116
- Indigenous students
- 13%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 42%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 12.2
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 13.5
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Secondary ungraded | 46 |
| Total | 46 |
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 | 46 | 31 | 15 | - | 1001 | 12.2 |
| 2024 | 34 | 26 | 8 | 51.2 | 1006 | 12.2 |
| 2023 | 44 | 35 | 9 | 59.1 | 992 | 12.2 |
| 2022 | 37 | 31 | 6 | 58.4 | 1056 | 12.2 |
| 2021 | 32 | 22 | 10 | 57.3 | 1039 | 13.3 |
| 2020 | 44 | 27 | 17 | - | 1021 | 13.2 |
| 2019 | 33 | 24 | 9 | - | 1005 | 12.2 |
| 2018 | 32 | 21 | 11 | - | 993 | 12.2 |
| 2017 | 33 | 14 | 19 | - | - | 12.2 |
| 2016 | 44 | 17 | 27 | - | - | 11.2 |
| 2015 | 23 | 10 | 13 | - | - | 11.2 |
| 2014 | 38 | 14 | 24 | - | - | 9.9 |
| 2013 | 42 | 18 | 24 | - | - | 9.9 |
| 2012 | 44 | 19 | 25 | - | - | 9.9 |
| 2011 | 43 | 19 | 24 | - | - | 9.9 |
| 2010 | 47 | 21 | 26 | - | - | 9.9 |
| 2009 | 20 | 8 | 12 | - | 1014 | 9.9 |
| 2008 | 32 | 16 | 16 | - | 1014 | 9.9 |
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.