# Sydney Secondary College Blackwattle Bay Campus

Sydney Secondary College Blackwattle Bay Campus is a NSW government senior college in Glebe, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Senior College
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Year 11 to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 798 (2025)
- **Address**: Taylor St, Glebe NSW 2037
- **Phone**: (02) 9660 5688
- **Website**: https://sscbwattle-h.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: sscbwattle-h.school@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 6496
- **Established**: 1979-01-01

## About

Sydney Secondary College Blackwattle Bay Campus is the senior campus of Sydney Secondary College, offering a vibrant and inclusive education for Year 11 to Year 12 students. Located in Glebe, the school embraces quality, opportunity, and diversity, catering to both academically selective and comprehensive students, alongside providing support classes for students with disabilities.

## Quality Education
The school prides itself on fostering a learning environment enriched by innovative teaching and strong welfare initiatives. The commitment to high academic standards is reflected in the institution's tradition of excellence, particularly in creative and performing arts as well as vocational education. Blackwattle Bay Campus also boasts an award-winning instrumental music program with various bands and ensembles.

## Student Engagement
Active student involvement in social and cultural activities is a hallmark of the campus culture. The College Sport Program encourages all students to participate and excel in sporting activities, creating a well-rounded educational experience.

## Supportive Learning Environment
Supporting lifelong learning and personal development, the school aims to equip students with the skills to be positive contributors to society. This includes developing their resilience, communication abilities, and respect for diversity, as well as advocating for social justice. The strong support for individual learning needs ensures that every student can thrive and discover their passions through tailored learning pathways. Families are encouraged to engage with the learning and wellbeing support teams who co-design learning plans for each student.

Overall, Sydney Secondary College Blackwattle Bay Campus celebrates diversity and nurtures each student's potential, preparing them for a dynamic world.

## Mission

We help every student to learn, grow and succeed.

Motto: "Quality, Opportunity, Diversity."

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 798 |
| 2024 | 805 |
| 2023 | 781 |
| 2022 | 749 |
| 2021 | 774 |
| 2020 | 804 |
| 2019 | 777 |
| 2018 | 719 |
| 2017 | 673 |
| 2016 | 642 |
| 2015 | 638 |
| 2014 | 623 |
| 2013 | 640 |
| 2012 | 629 |
| 2011 | 612 |
| 2010 | 628 |
| 2009 | 592 |
| 2008 | 567 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/6496-sydney-secondary-college-blackwattle-bay-campus), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.