North Shore School Guide: Private Boys’ Schools

Looking for a Private Boys’ School on the North Shore for your child? To help you explore the local single-sex boys schools, our North Shore Private Boys’ School Guide showcases the nearby boys’ schools. This guide outlines all the information you might need in your early days of research. Be sure to book a school tour to see the school for yourself!

Sydney’s North Shore has some of Australia’s finest boys’ schools, offering unique academic, sports, and personal development strengths.

Whether you’re seeking a traditional institution with a rich history or a modern campus with innovative programs, this guide will help you navigate the options. From selective schools to independent colleges, we provide insights into curriculum offerings, extracurricular activities, and school culture. These schools prepare young men for bright futures, focusing on excellence and character-building.

Let this guide be your trusted companion in finding the best fit for your son’s education.

North Shore Private Boys’ Schools

Mosman Church of England Preparatory School, Mosman
St Pius X College, Chatswood
Sydney Grammar School, St Ives Preparatory
Knox Grammar, Wahroonga
Shore, North Sydney
St Aloysius’ College, Milsons Point
The King’s School, Parramatta

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Mosman Church of England Preparatory School

About Mosman Church of England Preparatory School

Mosman Church of England Preparatory School (Mosman Prep) is a vibrant community dedicated to creating positive and meaningful experiences for boys during their critical early years of education (Early Entry to Year 6).

At Mosman Prep, young men are supported to be and achieve their best through individual attention, abundant opportunity, and a deep community spirit inspired by their motto, Non-Nobis Solum—Not for Ourselves Alone.

Through a wide range of rich learning experiences, an outstanding teacher-to-student ratio, specialist educators, and a strong partnership with parents, they are committed to ensuring students develop attributes that will inspire their learning journey and prepare them to embrace the future.

The School’s Outdoor Learning Centre in Terrey Hills is a wonderful space for the boys to connect with nature. There, they learn and play through a rich, unique, stimulating, integrated program. Focusing on connecting and learning beyond the traditional classroom, they prepare your son for the complexities of living in today’s and tomorrow’s world.

Ages: Preschool – Year 6
Gender: Boys
Religion: Christian foundations
Boarding: No
Extracurricular activities offered: Tennis, Basketball, Athletics, Cross Country, Football (Soccer), Rugby, STEM, Coding & Robotics, Debating, Chess
Transport Options: Mosman Prep operates a designated coach service to support our families. It also partners with Queenwood Girls’ School to use its coach services for families from the Northern Beaches. The Queenwood services can be accessed when they are available. The Mosman Prep coach travels from Chatswood to Mosman via Northbridge and Milsons Point Station. Visit the website for further information.
Scholarships: Scholarships are awarded to boys entering Years 1 – 5 the following year. Applications for the 2026 school year are currently open. Visit their website for more information.
Fees: $18,205 (Early Entry) – $35,490 (Year 6). View fee schedule.

Mosman Prep School Open Days & Tours

School Tours: The Headmaster conducts school tours throughout the year, and bookings can be made by visiting the school’s website.

Contact Mosman Prep

Address: 75 Shadforth Street, Mosman 2088
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (02) 9968 4044
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St Pius X College, Chatswood

About St Pius X College

St Pius X College has been educating boys to be respectful and well-rounded young men since 1937.

They understand boys and have comprehensive learning and pastoral programs tailored to support their unique educational, spiritual and emotional journey.

The College is a Catholic school for boys in Years 5 to 12, conducted in the Edmund Rice tradition. It embraces a diversity of student abilities and talents.

Ages: Year 5 – Year 12
Gender: Boys
Religion: Catholic
Boarding: No
Extracurricular activities offered:
- Junior School: AFL, Athletics, Basketball, Boxercise, Cricket, Cross country, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Touch Football, Chess Club, Debating, Maths Club, Robotics, Performing Arts, Music and Dance.
- Senior School: Athletics, Chess, Basketball, Da Vinci Decathlon, Cricket, Debating, Rugby, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Football, Mock Trial, Squash, Outdoor Ed, Performing Arts (Music and Drama), Swimming, Public Speaking, Tennis, Squash, Robotics, Coding, Boxercise and Social Justice Programs.
Transport Options: St Pius X College is conveniently located in the heart of Chatswood, close to all major transport hubs. The College’s playing fields are at Oxford Falls, a 20-minute bus ride from the main Chatswood Campus.
Scholarships:
- There are six Academic scholarships awarded annually by the Principal for academic excellence across the various year groups and one scholarship awarded annually via application for contribution to College life and being likely to enter a trade.
- There are three Equity Scholarships awarded annually via application on the basis of financial hardship.
- There are four Enrichment Scholarships awarded annually on the basis of enrichment of College life.
- There are also two special purpose grants awarded to applicants on a needs basis to represent the College in co-curricular tours and events.
- Scholarship details
Fees: $12,540 (Years 5 & 6) – $14,706 (Year 12). View fee schedule.

St Pius X College Open Days & Tours

Open Day: Saturday, 22 March 2025. The Chatswood Campus will be open from 9 am to 2pm, and the College sporting grounds at Oxford Falls will also be open from 8am to 12 noon. Bookings are essential via their website.

Contact St Pius X College

Address: 35 Anderson Street, Chatswood NSW 2067
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (02) 9411 4733
St Pius X College website

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Private Boys’ Schools on Sydney’s Upper North Shore

Sydney Grammar School, St Ives Preparatory School

Sydney Grammar School St Ives Preparatory School

About Sydney Grammar School

Sydney Grammar School, St Ives Preparatory is a school for busy boys who love to learn, ask lots of questions, and think deeply about their world. From Preschool to Year 6, St Ives Prep embraces a strong school-wide culture of reading and the joy of discovery. The School has both impressive curricula and extra-curricular programs, with the boys growing and learning in fields such as literacy, music, drama, sport, the visual arts, social sciences, languages, debating, STEM, science, and chess.

St Ives Prep is dedicated to developing rounded boys who are passionate about learning and keen to be active, informed, and critical thinkers. The School is set on beautiful grounds with plenty of space to play.

Main entry points to St Ives Prep are Preschool, Kindergarten and Year 3. There is no waiting list as all applicants will be invited to an Activity Morning/Entry Assessment before places are offered.

Ages: Preschool – Year 6
Gender: Boys
Religion: Secular
Boarding: No
Extracurricular activities offered: Rugby, Football, AFL, Cricket, Tennis, Basketball, Softball, Swimming Squad, Robotics Club, Typing, Debating, Chess, Taekwondo, Fencing, and many other activities in the Grammar Life programme. More than 30 Instrumental Ensembles, including a full Symphony Orchestra.
Notable Alumni: A proud tradition of producing independent, often pioneering young men with the drive and confidence to make the most of opportunities and to make a difference in the world.
Transport Options:
- Private Bus: The Sydney Grammar School private bus service has a real-time tracking app for parents, making travelling to and from St Ives Prep easier than ever.
- Bus: Several buses come directly into the Prep School, while others serve the North Shore and the Northern Beaches.
Scholarships: Sydney Grammar School offers up to 25 academic scholarships every year to boys entering Year 7. Some of their scholarships are outright awards, others are means-tested. The Scholarship Exam is held each year in February.
Fees: View fee schedule.

St Ives Preparatory School Open Days & Tours

St Ives Preparatory School Information Evening for Prospective Parents: The Headmaster invites parents to visit the School on Monday 24 February. Bookings are essential.