Presbyterian Ladies’ College, Sydney is situated 10km from the heart of Sydney, within a minute to public transport. Founded in 1888, the College is set within 4.4 hectares of landscaped grounds and retains its 19th century heritage buildings and gardens alongside state-of-the-art facilities. PLC Sydney aims to educate young women from the basis of a Christian worldview, to make a difference in a rapidly changing global society.

PLC Sydney provides a comprehensive education for all girls, catering for their individual strengths and interests. We offer a rich academic program supported by a very strong cultural, sporting and co-curricular framework. Our Year 12 students have an excellent track record of achievement in the HSC and are regularly included on both the Top Achievers’ List and the Premier’s All-Round Achievers List.

NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA) requires students to study a minimum of 12 units in the Preliminary Year (Year 11) and 10 units in their HSC Year (Year 12). A range of subjects are offered at PLC Sydney including English (compulsory), Music, Drama, Arts and Design, Languages, Social Sciences, History, Science, Mathematics, Personal Development, Health and Physical Education. We offer extension courses in Maths, English, History, Science, Music and Languages.

From 2025 Cambridge A-levels will be offered as an alternative to the HSC in Years 11 and 12.

We take a holistic approach to deliver excellence in education and are recognised for our outstanding Music, Drama, Speech and Debating and sporting results, having one of the most extensive ranges of co-curricular activities available. Each student can pursue her own interest and nurture her individual talent.