# Finigan School of Distance Education

Finigan School of Distance Education is a NSW government central/community school in Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia.

- **Sector**: NSW government school
- **Type**: Central/Community School
- **Gender**: Co-ed
- **Year levels**: Kindergarten to Year 12
- **Enrolments**: 84 (2025)
- **Address**: Agnes Avenue, Queanbeyan NSW 2620
- **Phone**: (02) 6210 5200
- **Website**: https://finigan-d.schools.nsw.gov.au
- **Email**: finigansde@det.nsw.edu.au
- **ACARA AGE ID**: 85775
- **Established**: 2019-01-29

## About

Finigan School of Distance Education is a purpose-built K–12 distance education provider located in Queanbeyan. It offers high-quality, individualised learning programs tailored for students who, due to various circumstances such as remote location, medical issues, or extraordinary circumstances, cannot attend a conventional school. The school is named after Walter Finigan, an Australian pioneer in distance education.

## Learning Environment
The school supports a diverse student body, including those requiring single-course curriculum access and students with complex needs. Teachers employ explicit, evidence-informed practices to make online learning engaging and accessible. The school has invested in technology, featuring 20 web-lesson studios that facilitate live lessons and real-time feedback, ensuring a high-quality learning experience.

## Commitment to Inclusion
Finigan School is dedicated to fostering a safe and supportive environment for all students, including Aboriginal, multicultural, and EAL/D learners. The commitment to inclusivity is evident through strong partnerships and targeted programs designed to protect students from bullying and to enhance their educational experience.

## Curriculum and Resources
The curriculum spans all K–12 subjects, including arts, languages, science, and technology, supported by various programs such as Life Ready and senior subject selection. FSDE offers robust resources for practical subjects like science and arts through its purpose-built facilities, ensuring distance learning does not limit students' educational opportunities.

With a focus on flexibility and personalised learning, Finigan School empowers students to work at their own pace, maintaining strong connections with their teachers while accessing a wide range of resources to support their educational journeys.

## Mission

Finigan School of Distance Education is a public school committed to working together to deliver innovative, high-quality learning.

Motto: "Connected through learning"

## Enrolment history

| Year | Enrolments |
| --- | --- |
| 2025 | 84 |
| 2024 | 158 |
| 2023 | 267 |
| 2022 | 312 |
| 2021 | 267 |
| 2020 | 308 |
| 2019 | 366 |

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Source: SchoolAtlas (https://www.schoolatlas.com.au/schools/85775-finigan-school-of-distance-education), compiled from ACARA and NSW Department of Education data, reference year 2025. SchoolAtlas does not rank schools.