Sydney Distance Education Primary School
We help every student to learn, grow and succeed. Join our friendly and inclusive school community today!
The Sydney Distance Education Primary School difference
Flexibility and accessibility for students with diverse needs or circumstances – individualised learning program
Our school welcomes all students from all backgrounds. We help every child feel safe, included and ready to learn from their very first day.
High-quality, structured curriculum and teaching outcomes — strong academic focus
We offer our students a wide range of subjects and opportunities. This empowers them to learn, develop skills, and discover their passions.
Personalised, supportive learning — including support for wellbeing, special needs, and inclusive education
Our teachers and learning and wellbeing support teams work with our families. We co-design plans that help students learn in the way that works best for them.
Welcome to Sydney Distance Education Primary School
A Global School
We are a school that proudly serves our Surry Hills community. We offer a high-quality, Comprehensive education for Kindergarten to Year 6 students. Join our school today!
Principal's message
Our staff are very proud of the service we offer to families who may be isolated by circumstance or distance. We constantly hear from parents how appreciative they are of the opportunity to be involved so closely in their children’s schooling.
We also hear how well the children are doing when they return to their local schools. Our standards and expectations guarantee quality teaching and learning outcomes for all of our students. We are also constantly looking for ways to improve services for our families. Our students delight in the opportunity to work at their own pace on a personalised program designed by an experienced and caring professional.
Students benefit from the guidance of those who have the greatest interest of their students at heart, namely their parents who supervise their lessons. A sincere thank you for your interest in our school. We look forward to the opportunity of being of service to you in the near future.
Robin Roberts
Principal of Sydney Distance Education Primary School
Quick links
mySDEPS
Please visit our student portal where you can access all essential learning tools.
Canvas
Canvas is our school online learning management system.
School Bytes Parents Portal App
Our school uses School Bytes to enhance communication and effectively manage student records. We invite you to create a parent account.
Ready to Enrol?
You can complete the online enrolment enquiry form or visit our school in person.
Testimonial from the Parents
Here are some of the testimonials from parents of students at Sydney Distance Education Primary School:
Parent of students in Year 2 and Year 6, 2026
Absolutely spectacular schooling experience. I was wary about taking the kids out of school and taking them on the road for so long, but WOW thankyou for everything! The kids have learnt so much more during this long distance education period than ever before. Their confidence and happiness toward learning is through the roof. Thankyou so much from all of us.
Parent of student in Year 1, 2026
The Sydney Distance Education team were fantastic in providing such a huge bundle of resources for our daughter and us while we were travelling overseas for a term. There was a great deal of care and encouragement provided along the way and we are really grateful that our daughter could continue her more traditional learning while we travelled.
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