Royal Prince Alfred Hospital School

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital School is a unique institution located within the Royal Prince Alfred Hospital in Camperdown, catering specifically to school-aged patients and their siblings. This school operates under the auspices of the NSW Department of Education and Training and offers education for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. The school is dedicated to providing an individualised educational service to ensure that all students remain connected to their learning, school, and community despite their health challenges.

Individualised Learning

The school focuses on delivering age-appropriate learning experiences with a priority on literacy and numeracy. For some students, there is the flexibility of modified courses that involve collaboration between the student, the hospital, and educational institutions like TAFE or through Distance Education. This tailored approach helps foster an inclusive environment where every child feels safe and ready to learn from their very first day.

Support Systems

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital School prides itself on a supportive framework that extends to families. Teachers and wellbeing support teams work closely with families to co-design educational and wellbeing plans to best cater to each student’s individual needs. This holistic approach not only aims for academic success but also addresses the diverse challenges faced by families during hospitalisation.

The school's commitment, combined with a strong collaborative relationship with NSW Health, allows it to provide high-quality, differentiated learning experiences that acknowledge and respond to the unique circumstances of its students. Through this model, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital School endeavours to ensure that each student achieves their educational potential while attending the hospital.

We are committed to providing an individualised educational service to all school aged patients of RPA Hospital ensuring students remain connected to their learning, connected to their school and connected to their community.