PLC Armidale

Armidale, New South Wales · Non-denominational · Girls · Prep to Year 12

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Distinguished tier

a very high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting strong results across most areas

Elite for Student WellbeingDistinguished tier

S360 score: 82.9%

PLC Armidale is a girls', non-denominational, Boutique school from Prep to Year 12 in Armidale, New South Wales. It sits in the Distinguished tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Student Wellbeing, where it reaches Elite tier. It reaches Elite tier for Student Wellbeing.

Schools360 scoring overview

The ▾ marker on each bar shows the national median: the middle score among every Australian school Schools360 has assessed.

Academic Excellence48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing53 / 60 (88.3%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities48 / 60 (80.0%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence49 / 60 (81.7%)Distinguished

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1015 / 20Leading

Current and previous years NAPLAN test scores assessing academic proficiency for students in years 7 to 10.

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1217 / 20Distinguished

Measures of academic achievement, including median ATAR scores and VCE, HSC or equivalent results.

University Outcomes and Pathways16 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates students' progress, entry into top-tier universities, postgraduate study, and alumni success.

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing18 / 20Elite

Focuses on promoting students' physical, mental and emotional health, anti-bullying and school diversity.

Student Support17 / 20Distinguished

Examines support systems such as learning assistance, mentorship, pastoral care and inclusive education.

Personal Development18 / 20Elite

Tracks initiatives fostering leadership, career readiness, independence, social justice and outdoor education.

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum16 / 20Distinguished

Assesses the diversity and quality of the academic curriculum, including specialised subjects and STEM.

Sports15 / 20Leading

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture17 / 20Distinguished

Measures the quality and achievements in visual arts, music, drama and artistic progression.

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff18 / 20Elite

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment17 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates campus quality, library, modern learning spaces, and open and green spaces for recreation and learning.

Technology and Innovation16 / 20Distinguished

Examines the integration of technology, device accessibility, innovative tools and digital literacy initiatives.

Institutional Excellence

School Governance17 / 20Distinguished

Focuses on the vision, strategy, parent involvement, transparency and communication in school governance.

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections18 / 20Elite

Considers school history, recognition, community engagement, alumni network and school impact.

Sustainability14 / 20Trusted

Examines the school's commitment, strategy, reporting and practices related to environmental sustainability.

Key information

Affiliation
Non-denominational
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Girls
Boarding
Yes
Total enrolments
224
Student:teacher ratio
8.0:1
Location
Armidale, New South Wales
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

107777 above the national average

ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of a school’s student population — the occupation and education of families, the school’s geographic location, and the proportion of Indigenous students it enrols. It is not a measure of school quality or performance. The national average is 1000.

Source: ACARA My School. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

NAPLAN

Each score below is shown against the national average — Schools360’s own calculation across the private and independent schools in this dataset with a result at that year level and domain, not a figure ACARA itself publishes, and not every Australian school ACARA tracks. It rests on a single year’s cohort, not a stable multi-year pattern.

2025 NAPLAN results

  • Year level
    Year 3
    Reading
    375(-63)
    Writing
    405(-37)
    Spelling
    394(-39)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    372(-76)
    Numeracy
    367(-69)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    524(+3)
    Writing
    479(-29)
    Spelling
    517(+7)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    545(+13)
    Numeracy
    499(-25)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    585(+19)
    Writing
    572(+3)
    Spelling
    540(-20)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    573(+4)
    Numeracy
    557(-19)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    624(+28)
    Writing
    621(+10)
    Spelling
    595(+9)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    611(+17)
    Numeracy
    600(-5)

Source: ACARA My School, 2025. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

Senior secondary results

Published by the school or its state curriculum authority, not compiled or scored by Schools360.

2024

  • Result
    ATAR 95 and over
    Figure
    15.0%

Source: the school's published results, extracted 2024-12-19.

2026 fees

All inclusive — this figure already includes levies and other charges. Not directly comparable to a Tuition only figure at another school.

  • Local day students fees, 2026
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Annual fee
    $17,760
  • Year level
    Year 8
    Annual fee
    $20,160
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Annual fee
    $29,280
  • Year level
    Year 10
    Annual fee
    $29,280
  • Year level
    Year 11
    Annual fee
    $30,480
  • Year level
    Year 12
    Annual fee
    $30,480
Additional information on fees

Published via GoodSchools (Good Schools Guide), a directory the school itself supplies its fee schedule to.

Source: the school’s published fee schedule. Extracted 2026-08-20.

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Common questions

What year levels does PLC Armidale teach?

PLC Armidale teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is PLC Armidale a boys, girls or co-ed school?

PLC Armidale is a Girls school.

What sector is PLC Armidale in?

PLC Armidale is classified as Independent.

Does PLC Armidale offer boarding?

Yes, PLC Armidale offers boarding.

How many students attend PLC Armidale?

PLC Armidale has 224 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at PLC Armidale?

PLC Armidale's student to teacher ratio is 8.0 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does PLC Armidale sit in?

PLC Armidale sits in the Distinguished tier, a very high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting strong results across most areas.

What is PLC Armidale's strongest area on Schools360?

PLC Armidale's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Elite tier.

Where does PLC Armidale rank?

PLC Armidale ranks 7th among private regional schools in New South Wales.

Where is PLC Armidale located?

PLC Armidale is located in Armidale, New South Wales.