Independent high schools

We operate six independent high schools that are registered and accredited with the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA). Youth Off The Streets is also a member of the Association of Independent Schools of NSW (AISNSW) and a Child Safe organisation.

What we offer

• Learning programs for Years 9–12 that comply with NESA and Australian curriculum mandatory course requirements
• A flexible approach to learning that responds to the specific needs, interests and talents of students
• Wellbeing initiatives, as well as psychology and counselling services
• Highly skilled teaching staff with a passion for supporting students to achieve their best
• Student Support Youth Workers who offer practical and emotional guidance and support
• Service learning opportunities that strengthen students’ connection to the community, build self-esteem and a sense of pride in ‘giving back’
• Years 11–12 at Craig Davis College, EDEN College and Chapel School – Step Up program, providing students with a supportive environment in which to complete their senior studies, and with individual learning plans tailored to each student’s own education pathway and life circumstances 
• The SOLAR program, which offers a combination of face-to-face and online learning

Our school locations

• Craig Davis College, Cordeaux Heights (Years 9–12)
• EDEN College, Macquarie Fields (Years 9–12)
• Key College – Chapel School Campus, Merrylands (Years 9–12)
• Key College, Redfern (Years 9–10)
• The Bowen College, Maroubra (Years 9–10)
• The Lakes College, Blue Haven (Years 9–10)