# Riverside Girls High School

Riverside Girls High School is a NSW government secondary school in Gladesville, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Secondary School
- **Gender**: Girls
- **Year levels**: Year 7 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 665 (2025)
- **Address**: Huntleys Point Rd, Gladesville NSW 2111
- **Phone**: (02) 9816 4264
- **Website**: https://riversideg-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: riversideg-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 54236
- **Established**: 1958-01-01

## About

Riverside Girls High School is a comprehensive public school for girls located in Gladesville, with a diverse community of 930 students representing over forty nationalities. Approximately 50% of the student body has a language background other than English. The school is situated just ten kilometres from the Sydney CBD and is well-connected by bus and ferry, receiving students from more than 23 primary schools. Established in 1934, Riverside's motto is 

> **FACTA NON VERBA (Deeds Not Words)**.

The school focuses on fostering confident, independent, and creative young women, also known as Riversidians. With a holistic approach to education, the school prioritises personal growth, the development of future-focused skills such as critical thinking and collaboration, and the extensive use of technology. Riverside consistently achieves outstanding academic results, with a significant percentage of its graduates gaining university placements.

The innovative teaching team engages in professional learning to enhance student agency and improve learning outcomes. As one of seven DET STEM Action Schools and a partner with the University of Sydney's STEM Enrichment Academy, Riverside embraces inquiry-based learning. Furthermore, student wellbeing is supported by programs rooted in positive psychology, promoting resilience and a sense of belonging. Extracurricular opportunities abound, including musical programs, sports competitions, and service learning projects, allowing students to explore their passions and develop leadership skills. Riverside Girls High School remains dedicated to nurturing the next generation of female leaders who are equipped to make a positive impact on the world.

## Mission

At Riverside we nurture confident, independent, creative young women who care about the world and their impact on it.

Motto: "FACTA NON VERBA (deeds not words)"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 665 |
| 2024 | 648 |
| 2023 | 651 |
| 2022 | 713 |
| 2021 | 823 |
| 2020 | 855 |
| 2019 | 853 |
| 2018 | 909 |
| 2017 | 954 |
| 2016 | 923 |
| 2015 | 901 |
| 2014 | 923 |
| 2013 | 947 |
| 2012 | 959 |
| 2011 | 956 |
| 2010 | 1,011 |
| 2009 | 1,018 |
| 2008 | 1,028 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/54236-riverside-girls-high-school), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.