Salamah College is an independent co-ed school in Chester Hill offering a combined curriculum that weaves Arabic language and Islamic studies throughout.
NAPLAN 27 points below national year-level averages; the result is a B- overall.
Salamah College is an independent co-ed school in Chester Hill offering a combined curriculum that weaves Arabic language and Islamic studies throughout. A dedicated learning support unit helps students who need targeted assistance. The school builds a strongly pastoral environment, prioritising each student's wellbeing and personal development alongside academics. It suits families seeking education rooted in Islamic values with genuine language immersion and strong individual pastoral care.
Salamah College is also known as Salamah Chester Hill.
Salamah College has an overall SchoolRank score of 40.6/100, rated "Slightly below average". This score is calculated from academic results, student growth, wellbeing, programs, and value for money. Academically, the school grades B− (Slightly below average) against other Australian schools. The school's ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is 989 (42nd percentile; the national average is 1,000).
In 2025 NAPLAN testing at Salamah College, Year 3 students averaged 377 across the tested NAPLAN domains, below the national average of 407 for that year level, and Year 5 students averaged 465, below the national average of 490 for that year level, and Year 7 students averaged 517, below the national average of 540 for that year level, and Year 9 students averaged 537, below the national average of 569 for that year level. National averages are specific to each year level, because NAPLAN scores are scaled so older year levels score higher. A school-wide average can't be compared with a single national figure.
Salamah College is a large Independent combined school with approximately 1,353 students. It offers education for years K-12. As an Independent school, enrolment typically involves an application process. Contact the school directly for enrolment criteria, waiting lists, and open day information.
Salamah College has approximate annual tuition fees of $2,238. Actual fees may vary by year level, and additional costs for uniforms, camps, and extracurricular activities typically apply. The school grades B− (Slightly below average) for value for money, which weighs academic results against the cost of attendance.
Salamah College has a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.1:1. This is around the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning class sizes are typical for Australian schools. Support staff make up 33% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 88%, which is good.
Salamah College is located in Chester Hill, NSW, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 989 (42nd percentile; the national average is 1,000). ICSEA measures the advantage of a school's community, from its parents' education and occupation, not the school's quality. A school with a lower ICSEA and strong academic results may be teaching particularly effectively.