Wenona School
International School in Sydney
Quick answer
Wenona is Sydney's prestige independent girls' school on the Lower North Shore. Best fit for families on the Lower North Shore wanting a single-sex K-12 academic pathway.
Key facts
- Curriculum: Australian, HSC leaving qualifications include NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC).
- Tuition: $30,000–$36,000/yr published in AUD, US$ equivalent.
- 15 nationalities expat-heavy mix.
- Ages: 4-18 age range accepted.
- Accreditations: NESA, AHISA, Alliance of Girls' Schools Australasia verified.
1,350
15
Waitlist likely
1886
female
NESA, AHISA, Alliance of Girls' Schools Australasia
NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC)
About Wenona School
Founded in 1886 as Woodstock School by Miss Edith Hooke, Wenona is one of Sydney's leading independent girls' schools. K-12 NSW HSC curriculum with strong arts and STEM tradition.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Annual tuition (USD) | $30,000 – $36,000 |
| Fee year | 2026 |
| True annual cost (with hidden fees)how we calculate | $34,950(+6%) |
| First-year total (with registration + deposit) | $36,450 |
| Cost position in Sydney | 80th percentile(premium tier) |
Australian, HSC
NSW Higher School Certificate (HSC)
French, Japanese, Mandarin
unknown
Yes
Yes
Recommended neighborhoods
North Sydney, Cremorne, Mosman, Neutral Bay
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At a Glance
Fee Position in Sydney
PremiumSchool Profile
Student Diversity
Moderately diverse
Estimated Real Cost
Tuition + registration, transport, uniform, exams
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