The River Nile School is an independent senior school dedicated to providing a safe and trusting environment for young women. Offering full-time programs such as the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), Vocational Major (VM), and the Victorian Pathways Certificate (VPC), the school aims to re-engage Refugee and Asylum Seeker school-aged young women who may have experienced disrupted schooling or are newly arrived to Australia. With a focus on English literacy development alongside the VCE curriculum, RNS delivers an integrated program designed by the students themselves, fostering a high-challenge, high-support learning environment.
With a commitment to individualized and flexible learning, RNS offers small class sizes and personalized education plans for each student. The school provides diverse Vocational Education and Training (VET) options, including Work Skills, Health Services, and Retail certificates. Embracing a holistic approach, RNS supports the unique educational and wellbeing needs of its students, particularly those who have experienced trauma and torture. By offering free programs, supports, and essential resources like laptops and transportation passes, the school aims to empower young women to achieve their educational and career goals.
Founded as an extension of The River Nile Learning Centre in 2008, The River Nile School has evolved into an independent specialist senior school for girls. By providing free senior secondary schooling, childcare, and welfare support to young Refugee and Asylum Seeker women, RNS fills a crucial gap in the education system. With a dedicated team of educators and a focus on breaking the cycle of dependence on social welfare, the school continues to attract funding and support, ensuring its long-term financial viability and impact on the community.
