Is CBHS Lewisham a selective school?

No, we are a proudly comprehensive school. We believe in supporting every boy to achieve his potential, regardless of his academic level. Our recent HSC results placed us as one of the strongest Catholic boys’ schools in Sydney, and our academic achievements year on year make us a highly sought after school.

Our Aquinas High Potential Classes cater to academically gifted students by condensing the core curriculum, allowing us to provide opportunities for extension and enrichment activities. More information on the Aquinas Program can be found here

What is the enrolment process?

If you are interested in enrolling your son at Christian Brothers’ High School Lewisham, please complete an Expression of Interest to begin the process. We offer every applicant an interview, and we will contact you two years before his proposed commencement to request further information and arrange a suitable interview time. If the interview is successful, we will confirm your offer in writing, and you will need to respond within a set period to confirm your place. 

Read the Enrolment Process here.

What documents does the school require?

After you submit an Expression of Interest form, we will ask you to complete an Enrolment Form approximately two years before the child is due to commence. You will be asked to include documents such as a copy of their birth certificate, completed vaccination schedule, latest school report, NAPLAN results, any relevant medical information, plus his baptismal or confirmation certificate (if applicable).

Why can’t I find CBHS Lewisham on Compass to enrol?

CBHS Lewisham is an independent Catholic school and is not part of the Sydney Catholic Schools network. As a result, our enrolments are not managed through Compass. All applications are submitted directly through our website here

What time does school start and end?

School starts at 8.40 am and finishes at 3.10 pm, except on Thursday, when school begins at 8:25 am and finishes at 2.45 pm due to sport. Students are supervised from 8 am each morning.

View the School Calendar here, which covers bell times, term dates and school activities.

Does my son bring his own device to school?

All students are required to bring their own device. We will provide information on which device/laptop is suitable at Orientation. Please do not purchase a device prior to receiving this information. Tablets, smartphones and smartwatches are not permitted under our (Bring Your Own Device) BYOD program.

Does the school accept International Students?

CBHS Lewisham can accept students on most visa types. However, we are not registered to enrol students on the 500 Student Visa. To find schools that are registered for the 500 Visa, please visit the CRICOS website

Do the boys have to play sport?

CBHS Lewisham has a proud sporting tradition, boasting several current premiership teams across various sports. All boys are encouraged to participate in Representative or Internal Sports each Thursday. CBHS Lewisham does not have weekend sport.

Do the boys have to study Religion?

Yes. As a Catholic school, Religious Education is a core subject for all students from Year 5 through to the HSC. Faith is at the heart of our identity, and Religion classes give students opportunities to explore Catholic teachings, values, and their place in the world.

Does the school offer before and after school care?

While we do not offer before and after school care, students are supervised on the playground from 8 am each day. In the afternoon, our library, the Waterford Learning Centre, offers supervised study and reading on selected days until 5:30 pm.

Each term, several extracurricular activities are available on-site after school for all students. Currently, these activities include Music Ensembles and Bands, the ALFA Football program, Code Camp, and the Sydney Basketball Academy.

What do your school fees cover?

When considering the total investment in your son’s education, please account for uniforms, textbooks, stationery, a laptop, incursions, excursions, subject-specific costs (e.g., timber or art), and camps that are not included in tuition fees.

Does the school have buses?

Yes, we have several school bus routes operating in the morning and afternoon for students from a wide area. The school is also centrally located to Lewisham Train Station, Lewisham West Light Rail Station and numerous public bus routes. 

Transport NSW provides school buses. Follow the steps below to find out more.

1. Go to transportnsw.info
2. Select ‘Trip Planner’ and enter the trip details (to and/or from Christian Brothers Lewisham)
3. Select a school day (not a weekend or school holidays), and enter 8:10 am as the ‘arriving’ time for the morning or 3:10 pm as the ‘leaving’ time for the afternoon.
4. Click on ‘More Options’ and then click ‘Refine’
5. Select the mode of transport ‘School Bus’ for school special buses (you can also unselect various modes where not applicable). The available routes, times and a map will then be displayed.

To view the current School Special Bus routes and times, please click here

What guidelines apply to the students’ personal appearance?

Boys are to be neat and presentable at all times. Personal appearance and presentation should include clean, combed hair in a style that does not draw attention to the individual. The definition of appropriate personal appearance and presentation is at the Year Coordinator’s discretion. Shirts must be tucked in, and the top buttons must always be fastened. Earrings and piercings, including clear studs, are not permitted. Chains, necklaces and bracelets (including religious symbols) should not be visible outside the uniform. Rings or other forms of jewellery are not permitted.