Sydney Secondary College Leichhardt Campus
Campus of Sydney Secondary College
The Leichhardt Way: Respect, Responsibility, Learning.
About the school
Sydney Secondary College Leichhardt Campus is a co-educational institution catering to students in years 7 to 10. As part of the Sydney Secondary College, it focuses on providing an innovative educational experience rooted in quality, opportunity, and diversity. The campus is dedicated to nurturing the academic and social-emotional growth of young learners. With a commitment to addressing each student's unique educational needs, the school fosters strong partnerships among students, teachers, and parents.
Academic Opportunities
Leichhardt Campus features a selective stream for academically gifted students along with comprehensive classes that support a broad range of learning capabilities. It also has a special education stream designed for students with autism and intellectual disabilities. The school's supportive culture emphasizes respect and personal responsibility while maintaining high academic expectations. This has resulted in consistent strong outcomes in NAPLAN assessments and overall student well-being.
Co-Curricular Programs
The school offers a vibrant co-curricular program that includes performing arts, various sports, chess, debating, and student leadership opportunities. Enrichment activities are integral to the middle schooling framework, promoting student engagement and personal development. The Instrumental Music Program is also a highlight, encouraging students to explore their musical talents.
Community and Transition
The campus celebrates its diverse student body and promotes an inclusive environment. It provides tailored career pathways and a structured transition program for students moving to the senior campus at Blackwattle Bay. Overall, Sydney Secondary College Leichhardt Campus empowers students to grow academically and socially, ensuring they are well-prepared for their future.
Mission
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Quality, Opportunity, Diversity.
Part of Sydney Secondary College
One of 3 campuses that make up this college:
-
Balmain Campus
- 7-10
- Co-ed
- Partially Selective
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Blackwattle Bay Campus
- 11-12
- Co-ed
- Partially Selective
Location & Catchment Area
- Sydney Secondary College Leichhardt Campus
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Connected campus: Balmain Campus 2.5 km
- B Connected campus: Blackwattle Bay Campus 2.8 km
- C Leichhardt Public School 540 m
- D Orange Grove Public School 799 m
- E Taverners Hill Infants School 1.1 km
- F Annandale North Public School 1.2 km
- G Annandale Public School 1.2 km
- H Fort Street High School 1.3 km
- I Kegworth Public School 1.4 km
- J Bridge Road School 1.7 km
- K Dobroyd Point Public School 1.8 km
- L Stanmore Public School 1.9 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 784 (304 girls, 480 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 784
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1104 (percentile 85)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 8% / 16% / 30% / 47%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 31
- Indigenous students
- 4%
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 38%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 56.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 15.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 194 |
| Year 8 | 198 |
| Year 9 | 197 |
| Year 10 | 195 |
| Total | 784 |
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 | 784 | 304 | 480 | - | 1104 | 56.5 |
| 2024 | 818 | 340 | 478 | 87.3 | 1105 | 59.2 |
| 2023 | 858 | 356 | 502 | 89.1 | 1102 | 61.3 |
| 2022 | 904 | 368 | 536 | 86.6 | 1108 | 63.2 |
| 2021 | 912 | 381 | 531 | 91.2 | 1107 | 62.6 |
| 2020 | 938 | 349 | 589 | - | 1105 | 63.4 |
| 2019 | 921 | 335 | 586 | 91.4 | 1107 | 62.9 |
| 2018 | 931 | 316 | 615 | 92 | 1107 | 63.9 |
| 2017 | 945 | 317 | 628 | 91.8 | 1101 | 64.5 |
| 2016 | 893 | 302 | 591 | 92.8 | 1096 | 60.6 |
| 2015 | 849 | 267 | 582 | 92.2 | 1100 | 59.4 |
| 2014 | 760 | 255 | 505 | 92.8 | 1093 | 54 |
| 2013 | 725 | 237 | 488 | 93.5 | 1092 | 52.7 |
| 2012 | 718 | 255 | 463 | 90.3 | 1082 | 52.2 |
| 2011 | 666 | 242 | 424 | 91.2 | 1076 | 48.5 |
| 2010 | 681 | 250 | 431 | - | 1076 | 51.3 |
| 2009 | 688 | 255 | 433 | - | 1107 | 51.2 |
| 2008 | 693 | 252 | 441 | - | 1107 | 51.9 |
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.