When mainstream doesn’t fit, Novo offers a new way forward. Experience it for yourself.
Hands-on, flexible, and challenge-based
With a Mentor Teacher and Wellbeing team by your side
No dead ends, just real options
Where you’re known and valued
Maybe school hasn’t felt like the right fit. You might’ve felt isolated, unsure about your learning, or not supported in the way you need.
At Novo Education, we’re here for students who are ready to take a different path — one that’s built around your needs, strengths, and goals. In our small, supportive environment, we’ll help you reconnect with learning, build confidence, and plan for your future.
Real stories. Fresh starts.
“We have witnessed gradual but dramatic improvements in our child’s attitude to the importance of learning and taking responsibility for his various life choices. We know that he feels safe at his school and is willing to openly discuss private matters with school staff and accept advice that is offered to him with appropriate explanation.”
Novo Parent
“When I first came to Novo I was a mess; I lacked confidence, I didn’t have many friends, I had no idea what I wanted to do with my life, I hated school and my mental health was at its absolute worst. I’m a new person now; I enjoy going to school, I have a job, I can handle my mental health, I have a lovely group of friends, I’ve finally got my life back on track again.”
Novo Student
“In two and a half days my son’s Mentor Teacher has managed to ignite a passion for learning which I haven’t seen since kindergarten. The weight of the world seems to have lifted off his shoulders and he is a different kid; happy and engaging.”
“I feel that at this school I was given the opportunity to focus on my mental health and I felt supported in doing so. My wellbeing felt like a priority to the teachers and school, which was always an important factor to me … The staff are fantastic people to have around and encourage students to do their best. They know how to help in a lot of situations and often help to calm students down when everything feels impossible to handle.”
Our team is happy to chat about enrolment, support options, or anything else you’d like to know.
For general enquiries, you can also visit our contact page.
Novo is a registered Special Assistance School for students in Years 9 to 12. Our model blends:
Learning at Novo isn’t one-size-fits-all. It’s built around each student — their needs, their strengths, and their future.
We work with students who’ve found traditional schooling difficult, or who need a different kind of environment to thrive.
That might include young people with:
If a student is ready to engage, and wants to grow — Novo is ready to meet them where they are.
Our Wollongong and Shoalhaven campuses each offer a calm, supportive environment designed for young people who need something different from mainstream school.
Both campuses follow the same Novo approach, with small classes, personalised learning and a community where young people feel seen, valued and understood.
If you’re looking for a school that adapts to you — and supports your goals — we’d love to meet you.