Pymble Ladies' College
International School in Sydney
Quick answer
Pymble Ladies' College is Sydney's largest non-Catholic girls' school with both HSC and IB pathways and full boarding. Best fit for North Shore and regional families seeking an established girls' school.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Australian, IB, HSC leaving qualifications include NSW HSC, IB Diploma.
- Tuition: $28,000–$35,000/yr published in AUD, US$ equivalent.
- 20 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 4-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: NESA, IBO, AHISA verified.
2,400
20
Available
1916
female
NESA, IBO, AHISA
NSW HSC, IB Diploma
About Pymble Ladies' College
Founded in 1916 by John Marden, Pymble is one of Sydney's largest and most respected independent girls' schools. NSW HSC and IB Diploma pathways.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $28,000 – $35,000 |
| Fee year | 2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $33,450(+6%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $34,950 |
| Cost position in Sydney | 60th percentile(above average) |
Australian, IB, HSC
NSW HSC, IB Diploma
French, Japanese, Mandarin, Latin
unknown
Yes
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
Pymble, Turramurra, St Ives, Wahroonga
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