Northern Beaches Secondary College Manly Campus
Campus of Northern Beaches Secondary College
Academic Excellence for All
About the school
Northern Beaches Secondary College Manly Campus is an academically selective co-educational high school for students in Years 7 to 12. Located on expansive grounds equipped with excellent learning facilities, the school's philosophy prioritises personal bests, academic excellence, and community contributions, fostering holistic development among its students.
Academic Excellence
The school consistently ranks among the top in New South Wales, encouraging higher-order creative and critical thinking within its curriculum. This approach integrates digital technology, problem-solving through cross-curriculum projects, and self-reflection, ensuring a comprehensive educational experience.
Curriculum Enrichment
A rich curriculum enrichment program spans cultural, sporting, and civic domains, allowing students to engage positively in various activities. The school actively promotes student voice and leadership, creating a collaborative environment where parents are welcomed as partners in education. An engaged alumni network contributes to ongoing school associations.
Wellbeing and Communication
Student wellbeing is a priority, with a supportive culture of success. The school maintains regular communication through an extensive weekly newsletter and an annual magazine, 'The Pines', as well as a busy calendar of events. These initiatives enhance community engagement and promote a connected school experience.
Contact Details
Address: 138 Abbott Rd, North Curl Curl, 2099
Telephone: 9905 3982
Email: nbscmanlys-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
Visit the school website.
Mission
We aim to provide a safe and happy environment which encourages students to achieve a high standard of academic excellence. Excellence is encouraged in all areas of endeavour: academics; cultural creativity; leadership; sport; and citizenship.
Part of Northern Beaches Secondary College
One of 5 campuses that make up this college:
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Balgowlah Boys Campus
- 7-12
- Boys
-
Cromer Campus
- 7-12
- Co-ed
-
Freshwater Senior Campus
- 11-12
- Co-ed
-
Mackellar Girls Campus
- 7-12
- Girls
Location & Catchment Area
- Northern Beaches Secondary College Manly Campus
Nearby or Connected Schools
- A Connected campus: Freshwater Senior Campus 584 m
- B Connected campus: Mackellar Girls Campus 2.3 km
- C Connected campus: Cromer Campus 2.8 km
- D Connected campus: Balgowlah Boys Campus 4.5 km
- E Curl Curl North Public School 777 m
- F Brookvale Public School 980 m
- G Harbord Public School 1.2 km
- H Dee Why Public School 1.5 km
- I Stewart House School 1.5 km
- J Narraweena Public School 1.6 km
- K Fisher Road School 1.9 km
- L The Beach School 2.0 km
Profile (2025)
- Total enrolments
- 766 (307 girls, 459 boys)
- Enrolments (FTE) What does this mean?
- 764.9
- ICSEA What does this mean?
- 1217 (percentile 99)
- SEA quarters What does this mean?
- 1% / 4% / 16% / 79%
- FOEI What does this mean?
- 0
- LBOTE What does this mean?
- 60%
- Teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 59.5
- Non-teaching staff (FTE) What does this mean?
- 11.1
Enrolments by grade (2025)
| Grade | Headcount |
|---|---|
| Year 7 | 120 |
| Year 8 | 119 |
| Year 9 | 129 |
| Year 10 | 141 |
| Year 11 | 129 |
| Year 12 | 128 |
| Total | 766 |
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 | 766 | 307 | 459 | - | 1217 | 59.5 |
| 2024 | 765 | 299 | 466 | 91.3 | 1221 | 60.3 |
| 2023 | 761 | 294 | 467 | 92.1 | 1212 | 60.1 |
| 2022 | 775 | 309 | 466 | 90.4 | 1222 | 59.7 |
| 2021 | 789 | 310 | 479 | 95 | 1222 | 60.4 |
| 2020 | 795 | 327 | 468 | - | 1222 | 59 |
| 2019 | 789 | 330 | 459 | 94.3 | 1224 | 58.8 |
| 2018 | 783 | 335 | 448 | 95.1 | 1234 | 57.8 |
| 2017 | 789 | 338 | 451 | 95.8 | 1233 | 57.9 |
| 2016 | 787 | 344 | 443 | 95.6 | 1247 | 56.2 |
| 2015 | 792 | 362 | 430 | 96.2 | 1232 | 56 |
| 2014 | 795 | 366 | 429 | 95.4 | 1233 | 55.8 |
| 2013 | 800 | 381 | 419 | 95.9 | 1223 | 56.3 |
| 2012 | 799 | 396 | 403 | 95.8 | 1180 | 55.9 |
| 2011 | 770 | 388 | 382 | 96.1 | 1182 | 56 |
| 2010 | 777 | 385 | 392 | - | 1184 | 57 |
| 2009 | 763 | 361 | 402 | - | 1105 | 57.1 |
| 2008 | 772 | 369 | 403 | - | 1105 | 57.1 |
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.