Recognition of schools outside NSW
A school from outside NSW that is recognised by NESA may enter candidates for the award of the RoSA or the HSC. Find a list of recognised schools outside NSW and the requirements for recognition.
Requirements
The NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) is responsible for providing advice and making recommendations about the recognition of schools outside NSW.
A recognised school from outside NSW may enter candidates for the award of the Record of School Achievement (RoSA) and/or Higher School Certificate (HSC).
The requirements for recognition are detailed in the Manual for the recognition of schools outside NSW to present students for the NSW Record of School Achievement and/or Higher School Certificate (PDF 373.33KB).
The Manual includes information about submitting an expression of interest, the process for submitting an application for recognition, and relevant forms to be submitted to NESA for assessment and approval.
The Manual should be read in conjunction with the Education Act 1990 and, as applicable, NESA’s syllabuses, Assessment Certification Examination (ACE) website and Official Notices.
Applications
Schools outside NSW seeking recognition for the first time should complete and email the Expression of Interest (EOI) (DOCX 916.32KB) with supporting evidence to schoolrego@nesa.nsw.edu.au.
Schools outside NSW with current recognition seeking renewal should complete the application form in RANGS Online.
Schools currently recognised
The table below provides information about schools outside NSW currently recognised to present candidates for the NSW Record of School Achievement (RoSA) and/or Higher School Certificate (HSC) under Sections 94 and 95 of the Education Act 1990.
| School Name | Locality | Country | Proprietor | Credential | Recognition end date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Australian International School Hong Kong | Kowloon Tong | Hong Kong | Australian International School Foundation Limited | RoSA and HSC | 31/12/2029 |
| Australian International School Malaysia | The Mines Resort City | Malaysia | Australian International School Sdn Bhd | RoSA and HSC | 31/12/2029 |
| Australian International School Singapore | Singapore | Singapore | Australian International School PTE LTD | HSC | 31/12/2026 |
| Beijing Zhongguancun Foreign Language School | Beijing | China | Aceleader Education & Technology Co. Ltd | HSC | 31/12/2027 |
| Canberra Grammar School | Red Hill | Australia | Canberra Grammar School | HSC | 31/12/2026 |
| St Joseph’s International Catholic College | Boroko | Papua New Guinea | Catholic Archdiocese of Port Moresby | RoSA and HSC | 31/12/2026 |
| Sydney Elementary and Secondary School | Ho Chi Minh City | Vietnam | Sydney International School Joint Stock Company | RoSA Years 7/8 | 31/7/2025 |
| Tupou College | Toloa | Tonga | The Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga | RoSA HSC | 31/12/2027 31/12/2025 |
Licensing the curriculum outside of NSW
A school may choose to purchase a licence to use NESA syllabuses, for example for Kindergarten to Year 6 instead of seeking approval for recognition.
Inquiries can be sent to schoolrego@nesa.nsw.edu.au.