The RIDBC is an innovative approach by the Royal Institute for Deaf and Blind Children to meet the educational and social needs of deaf students who use Australian sign language (Auslan) as their first or preferred language.

Combining modern facilities, advanced instruction techniques and a nurturing environment, the school has high expectations for its students, encouraging them to develop their academic and social skills, their Auslan communication skills and their English literacy. Students are supported to achieve their personal best. The school is bilingual, using Auslan and written English and also offers spoken language opportunities for students. The curriculum from kindergarten through to Year 10 in secondary school is based on the syllabus set out by the NSW Board of Studies. The school aims to equip students with the knowledge, skills and abilities to pursue their ambitions, including tertiary study and a satisfying career.