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Top private schools in Hobart, 2026

The 14 best private schools in Hobart for 2026, independently ranked. Hobart private school fees range from $5,241 to $25,760 per year — compare every school below by fee band, suburb and sector. Every fee is sourced from each school's official 2026 schedule (linked under each card); we rank on ICSEA, historic VCE/IB results and standout programs, never paid placement. Coverage spans Hobart, Sandy Bay, Glenorchy, New Town, Moonah and Bellerive. Updated June 2026.

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In short

Which is the best private school in Hobart?

Our top-ranked private school in Hobart for 2026 is Fahan School — Fahan School is one of Sandy Bay's most established independent (non-denominational christian ethos) girls school. Runners-up: The Friends' School and St Michael's Collegiate School. All 14 providers in this guide serve Hobart and are ranked on verifiable credentials and information transparency, not paid placement.

Based on 14 providers profiled in Hobart, all cross-referenced against the relevant Australian regulator. Independent ranking, no paid placements, no first-party reviews.

Key takeaways

Highest ICSEA: Fahan School (1154), Sandy Bay.
2026 Year 12 fees range $5,241–$25,760 across 14 schools (median $6,500).
3 schools offer boarding; 3 are co-educational, the rest are single-sex.
2 schools offer the IB Diploma alongside VCE.
Apply 12–24 months ahead for most schools; elite-tier (Melbourne Grammar, Scotch, Geelong Grammar) often need application at birth or by age 2 for Year 7 entry.

14 Verified Private Schools in Hobart, Ranked

Fahan School

, Sandy Bay

Independent (Non-denominational Christian ethos) Girls Mid tier Est. 1935

Fahan School is one of Sandy Bay's most established independent (non-denominational christian ethos) girls school. Founded 1935. ICSEA 1154 (well above the national average of 1,000). Small intimate enrolment (~430 students). Tuition: $25,000/year (Year 12, 2026).

Y12 fee 2026

$25,000/yr

Y7 fee 2026

$22,840

ICSEA

1154

Year levels

Pre-K-Year 12

Best for: Sport-focused families, especially rowing and water-sports

Standout programs

› Small intimate enrolment (~430 students)
› Named after Irish village Fahan, Co. Donegal
› Strong rowing and aquatic sports program

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

The Friends' School

, North Hobart

Quaker Co-ed Mid tier Boarding Est. 1887

The Friends' School sits among North Hobart's top quaker co-educational schools. Founded 1887. ICSEA 1149 (well above the national average of 1,000). Largest Quaker school in the world. Tuition: $25,760/year (Year 12, 2026).

Y12 fee 2026

$25,760/yr

Y7 fee 2026

$24,040

ICSEA

1149

Year levels

Pre-K-Year 12

Best for: Academic families wanting an IB Diploma pathway

Standout programs

› Largest Quaker school in the world
› One of two Tasmanian schools offering IB Diploma
› 47 boarders Years 7-12

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

St Michael's Collegiate School

, Hobart CBD

Anglican Girls Tier varies Boarding Est. 1892

St Michael's Collegiate School, in Hobart CBD, is a long-standing anglican girls school. Founded 1892. ICSEA 1140 (well above the national average of 1,000). Operated by the Sisters of the Church (Anglican). Tuition: fees on request.

Y12 fee 2026

Fees on request

Y7 fee 2026

—

ICSEA

1140

Year levels

ELC-Year 12

Best for: Regional, interstate or international families needing boarding

Standout programs

› Operated by the Sisters of the Church (Anglican)
› Up to 40 boarders Years 5-12
› 5-day, 7-day and casual boarding options

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

Note: 2026 PDFs gated.

The Hutchins School

, Sandy Bay

Anglican Boys Mid tier Boarding Est. 1846

The Hutchins School (Sandy Bay) is recognised as a leading anglican boys school. Founded 1846. ICSEA 1135 (well above the national average of 1,000). Founded 1846 - one of Australia's oldest schools. Tuition: $24,060/year (Year 12, 2026).

Y12 fee 2026

$24,060/yr

Y7 fee 2026

$23,800

ICSEA

1135

Year levels

Pre-K-Year 12

Boarding: $27,720/yr (additional to tuition)

Best for: Families who value a residential outdoor-education program

Standout programs

› Founded 1846 - one of Australia's oldest schools
› Burbury House boarding for senior boys
› Outdoor education at Southport campus

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

Note: Domestic Year 7/Year 12 day tuition gated in PDF. International Year 12 = $40,600.

Mount Carmel College

, Sandy Bay

Catholic (Sisters of Charity) Girls Tier varies Est. 1942

Mount Carmel College is one of Sandy Bay's most established catholic (sisters of charity) girls (co-ed k-year 2) school. Founded 1942. ICSEA 1077 (well above the national average of 1,000). Founded by Sisters of Charity 1942. Tuition: fees on request.

Y12 fee 2026

Fees on request

Y7 fee 2026

$5,661

ICSEA

1077

Year levels

K-Year 10

Best for: Families wanting Catholic faith formation alongside academic outcomes

Standout programs

› Founded by Sisters of Charity 1942
› K-Year 10 only - students continue at Guilford Young College for senior years
› Co-ed K-2, girls only Years 3-10

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

Note: School only goes to Year 10 - no Year 12 fee exists.

Calvin Christian School

, Kingston

Christian Co-ed Lower-fee Est. 1962

Calvin Christian School sits among Kingston's top christian co-educational schools. Founded 1962. ICSEA 1072 (well above the national average of 1,000). Australia's first Christian parent-controlled school. Tuition: $7,467/year (Year 12, 2026).

Y12 fee 2026

$7,467/yr

Y7 fee 2026

$7,044

ICSEA

1072

Year levels

K-Year 12

Best for: Co-educational families looking for a broad, balanced curriculum

Standout programs

› Australia's first Christian parent-controlled school
› Part of Christian Schools Tasmania network
› Modest fees relative to peer Christian schools

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

Channel Christian School

, Margate

Christian Co-ed Lower-fee Est. 1988

Channel Christian School, in Margate, is a long-standing christian co-ed school. Founded 1988. ICSEA 1070 (well above the national average of 1,000). Small K-6 Christian primary (around 137 students) in Margate, south of Hobart in the D'Entrecasteaux Channel region, with a low 1:9 student-teacher ratio. Tuition: $5,241/year (Year 12, 2026).

Y12 fee 2026

$5,241/yr

Y7 fee 2026

$5,241

ICSEA

1070

Year levels

Kindergarten to Year 6

Best for: Co-educational families looking for a broad, balanced curriculum

Standout programs

› Small K-6 Christian primary (around 137 students) in Margate, south of Hobart in the D'Entrecasteaux Channel region, with a low 1:9 student-teacher ratio
› Highest ICSEA of this Hobart group at 1070 - more educationally advantaged than roughly 79% of Australian schools
› Guaranteed placement progression to Calvin Christian School (Kingston) for Year 7; founded 1988 as an offshoot of Calvin within Christian Schools Tasmania

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

Note: Fee year 2026. PRIMARY ONLY - Kindergarten to Year 6, no senior secondary at all. There is no Year 7 or Year 12 here; year12Fee2026 is set to the top primary tuition (Years 3-6 = $5,241, 2026, from the official fees page) purely a

St Mary's College Hobart

, Hobart CBD

Catholic (Presentation Sisters) Girls Lower-fee Est. 1868

St Mary's College Hobart (Hobart CBD) is recognised as a leading catholic (presentation sisters) girls school. Founded 1868. ICSEA 1062 (well above the national average of 1,000). Administered by Presentation Sisters since 1868. Tuition: $6,690/year (Year 12, 2026).

Y12 fee 2026

$6,690/yr

Y7 fee 2026

$6,955

ICSEA

1062

Year levels

K-Year 12

Best for: Families seeking an established single-sex girls education

Standout programs

› Administered by Presentation Sisters since 1868
› Adjacent to St Mary's Cathedral
› Year 7 includes $450 ICT levy

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

St Aloysius Catholic College

, Huntingfield / Kingston

Catholic Co-ed Lower-fee Est. 1960

St Aloysius Catholic College is one of Huntingfield / Kingston's most established catholic co-ed school. Founded 1960. ICSEA 1037 (well above the national average of 1,000). Tasmania's only K-12 co-educational Catholic college, having added Year 11 in 2023 and Year 12 in 2024 with a brand-new senior campus. Tuition: $5,900/year (Year 12, 2026).

Y12 fee 2026

$5,900/yr

Y7 fee 2026

$5,150

ICSEA

1037

Year levels

Kindergarten to Year 12

Best for: Sport-focused families, especially rowing and water-sports

Standout programs

› Tasmania's only K-12 co-educational Catholic college, having added Year 11 in 2023 and Year 12 in 2024 with a brand-new senior campus
› New $multimillion Huntingfield Senior Campus (opened 2024) with purpose-built science and arts rooms, an exam hall, VET facilities, a gym, cafe and Year 11/12 common room
› Three-campus structure (Kingston Beach K-4, Huntingfield Middle Years 5-8, Huntingfield Senior Years 9-12) serving the fast-growing Kingborough region

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

Note: Fee year 2026. Genuine K-12 college as of 2024 (Year 11 from 2023, Year 12 from 2024). Year 12 day tuition $5,900 (Years 9-12 rate, 2026); Year 7-8 = $5,150. ICSEA 1037 from Good Schools Guide / MySchool. Campuses: Kingston Beach

MacKillop Catholic College

, Mornington

Catholic Co-ed Lower-fee Est. 1994

MacKillop Catholic College sits among Mornington's top catholic co-ed schools. Founded 1994. ICSEA 1020 (well above the national average of 1,000). Co-educational Years 7-12 Catholic secondary college on Hobart's Eastern Shore, opened in 1994 on the former Mornington Primary School site. Tuition: $5,320/year (Year 12, 2026).

Y12 fee 2026

$5,320/yr

Y7 fee 2026

$5,320

ICSEA

1020

Year levels

Year 7 to Year 12

Best for: Music-strong students and families

Standout programs

› Co-educational Years 7-12 Catholic secondary college on Hobart's Eastern Shore, opened in 1994 on the former Mornington Primary School site
› Strong applied-technology and trades offering with specialist facilities for Food Technology, Building and Construction, Design and Technology, plus Drama, Music, Dance and Fine Arts
› Junior Secondary (Years 7-9) and Senior Secondary (Years 10-12) structure with named patron St Mary MacKillop, Australia's first saint

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

Note: Fee year 2026. Flat day tuition of $5,320 across Years 7-12 (Good Schools Guide, 2026), used for both Year 7 and Year 12. The school's own site states a minimum all-inclusive cost of $6,425 for Year 7 (tuition plus college levy an

Sacred Heart College

, New Town

Catholic Co-ed Lower-fee Est. 1888

Sacred Heart College, in New Town, is a long-standing catholic co-ed school. Founded 1888. ICSEA 1019 (well above the national average of 1,000). One of Hobart's oldest Catholic schools, founded in 1888, with a long-standing tradition in the inner-north suburb of New Town. Tuition: $5,500/year (Year 12, 2026).

Y12 fee 2026

$5,500/yr

Y7 fee 2026

$5,150

ICSEA

1019

Year levels

Kindergarten to Year 10

Best for: Music-strong students and families

Standout programs

› One of Hobart's oldest Catholic schools, founded in 1888, with a long-standing tradition in the inner-north suburb of New Town
› Co-educational Kinder-Year 10 model with a structured transition to Guilford Young College for Years 11-12 (senior classes moved there in the 1990s)
› Established music, sport and faith-formation programs within a mid-sized community of around 940 students

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

Note: Fee year 2026. School ends at Year 10 (no Year 11-12); senior classes moved to Guilford Young College in the 1990s. year12Fee2026 ($5,500) is the top secondary day-tuition rate (Years 9-10, 2026) used as the senior-year proxy; Yea

Guilford Young College

, Glenorchy

Catholic Co-ed Lower-fee Est. 1994

Guilford Young College (Glenorchy) is recognised as a leading catholic co-educational school. Founded 1994. ICSEA 1017 (well above the national average of 1,000). Senior secondary Catholic college (Years 11-12 only). Tuition: $6,500/year (Year 12, 2026).

Y12 fee 2026

$6,500/yr

Y7 fee 2026

—

ICSEA

1017

Year levels

Year 11-Year 12

Best for: Families wanting Catholic faith formation alongside academic outcomes

Standout programs

› Senior secondary Catholic college (Years 11-12 only)
› Two campuses: Glenorchy and Hobart City
› Established by Archdiocese of Hobart with five religious orders

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

Dominic College

, Glenorchy

Catholic Co-ed Lower-fee Est. 1973

Dominic College is one of Glenorchy's most established catholic co-ed school. Founded 1973. ICSEA 1006 (well above the national average of 1,000). The first co-educational Catholic college in Tasmania, formed in 1973 from the merger of the Salesian Savio College and the Dominican Holy Name School. Tuition: $5,880/year (Year 12, 2026).

Y12 fee 2026

$5,880/yr

Y7 fee 2026

$5,880

ICSEA

1006

Year levels

Kindergarten to Year 10

Best for: Music-strong students and families

Standout programs

› The first co-educational Catholic college in Tasmania, formed in 1973 from the merger of the Salesian Savio College and the Dominican Holy Name School
› Salesian heritage on the historic 'Boys Town' site at Glenorchy, run in the tradition of St John Bosco and named for the schoolboy saint Dominic Savio
› Strong vocational and trades pathway plus established music and performing-arts programs, feeding senior students to Guilford Young College for Years 11-12

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

Note: Fee year 2026. School ends at Year 10 (no Year 11-12); the figure shown is the top secondary day-tuition rate (Years 7-10 = $5,880, 2026), used as the senior-year proxy. Year 7 and Year 12 fields both reflect this Years 7-10 rate.

Emmanuel Christian School

, Rokeby

Christian Co-ed Lower-fee Est. 1979

Emmanuel Christian School sits among Rokeby's top christian co-ed schools. Founded 1979. ICSEA 994 (well above the national average of 1,000). Affordable, all-inclusive fee model on Hobart's Eastern Shore at Rokeby, where secondary tuition ($5,785, 2026) bundles stationery, excursions, camps, swimming and all subject levies. Tuition: $5,785/year (Year 12, 2026).

Y12 fee 2026

$5,785/yr

Y7 fee 2026

$5,785

ICSEA

994

Year levels

Kindergarten to Year 10

Best for: Academic families wanting an IB Diploma pathway

Standout programs

› Affordable, all-inclusive fee model on Hobart's Eastern Shore at Rokeby, where secondary tuition ($5,785, 2026) bundles stationery, excursions, camps, swimming and all subject levies
› Part of Christian Schools Tasmania (CST), the network descended from Calvin Christian School, Australia's first Christian parent-controlled school (Kingston, 1962)
› Parent-controlled, Bible-based Christian education with a Fee Assistance Program; opened 1979 and extended to secondary in 1988

See full profile → School site ↗ Fee source ↗

Note: Fee year 2026. School ends at Year 10 (no Year 11-12). year12Fee2026 reflects the top Secondary (Years 7-10) tuition of $5,785 for 2026, taken directly from the school's official fees page, used as the senior-year proxy. ICSEA 994

Private Schools in Hobart, side by side · Click any header to sort
Provider ⇅	Sector ⇅	Gender ⇅	Year 12 fees (2026) ⇅	ICSEA ⇅	Boarding ⇅
Fahan School	Independent (Non-denominational Christian ethos)	Girls	$25,000	1154	No
The Friends' School	Quaker	Co-ed	$25,760	1149	Yes
St Michael's Collegiate School	Anglican	Girls	On request	1140	Yes
The Hutchins School	Anglican	Boys	$24,060	1135	Yes
Mount Carmel College	Catholic (Sisters of Charity)	Girls	On request	1077	No
Calvin Christian School	Christian	Co-ed	$7,467	1072	No
Channel Christian School	Christian	Co-ed	$5,241	1070	No
St Mary's College Hobart	Catholic (Presentation Sisters)	Girls	$6,690	1062	No
St Aloysius Catholic College	Catholic	Co-ed	$5,900	1037	No
MacKillop Catholic College	Catholic	Co-ed	$5,320	1020	No
Sacred Heart College	Catholic	Co-ed	$5,500	1019	No
Guilford Young College	Catholic	Co-ed	$6,500	1017	No
Dominic College	Catholic	Co-ed	$5,880	1006	No
Emmanuel Christian School	Christian	Co-ed	$5,785	994	No

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Private school fees in Hobart, by band

Mid-tier · $20k–30k

3 schools — e.g. Fahan School, The Friends' School, The Hutchins School

Catholic systemic · under $10k

9 schools — e.g. Calvin Christian School, Channel Christian School, St Mary's College Hobart

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Private schools in Hobart, by suburb

Suburb	Schools	ICSEA
Sandy Bay	Fahan School, The Hutchins School, Mount Carmel College	1077–1154
Hobart CBD	St Michael's Collegiate School, St Mary's College Hobart	1062–1140
Glenorchy	Guilford Young College, Dominic College	1006–1017
North Hobart	The Friends' School	1149
Kingston	Calvin Christian School	1072
Margate	Channel Christian School	1070
Huntingfield / Kingston	St Aloysius Catholic College	1037
Mornington	MacKillop Catholic College	1020

Best Hobart private schools by type

Top Catholic schools in Hobart

Mount Carmel College
St Mary's College Hobart — $6,690/yr
St Aloysius Catholic College — $5,900/yr
MacKillop Catholic College — $5,320/yr
Sacred Heart College — $5,500/yr

Top Anglican schools in Hobart

St Michael's Collegiate School
The Hutchins School — $24,060/yr

Top girls' schools in Hobart

Boarding schools in Hobart

Boarding & international students in Hobart

3 Hobart private schools offer boarding, with a median 2026 boarding fee around $27,720/yr on top of tuition. Boarding schools are the main pathway for regional, interstate and international families — CRICOS-registered schools enrol international students on a subclass-500 visa (international tuition typically runs 1.3 to 1.7 times domestic).

The Friends' School St Michael's Collegiate School The Hutchins School · $28k

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How we rank private schools in Hobart

We rank schools on objective, publicly verifiable data: 30% ICSEA score (the ACARA Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage, a strong correlate of academic outcomes), 30% historic VCE/IB results where school medians are publicly disclosed, 20% breadth of standout programs (academic, music, sport, outdoor, languages), 10% facility and pastoral care, and 10% transparency and access (published fees, scholarship availability, open day cadence). Fees in this guide come from each school's published 2026 schedule (linked under each card). Compare Private Schools does not accept payment to list or rank schools.

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Common questions

FAQs: private schools in Hobart

Which is the highest-ranked private school in Hobart for 2026?

By ICSEA (the strongest publicly-available correlate of academic outcomes), Fahan School in Sandy Bay ranks first among Hobart private schools we cover, with an ICSEA of 1154. Year 12 fees for 2026 are $25,000. However, "best" is highly child-specific, fit, single-sex vs co-ed preference, religious orientation, and travel time matter as much as raw academic data. Visit at least 3 open days before deciding.

How much do Hobart private schools cost in 2026?

Hobart private school Year 12 tuition for 2026 ranges from $5,241 to $25,760 per year across the 14 schools we cover (median $6,500). Junior school fees are typically 30–40% lower than Year 12. Boarding adds a further $25,000–$45,000 per year on top of tuition. Don't forget capital levies, building fund contributions, IT, uniforms, camps, and music tuition, these can add $5,000–$15,000 per year.

When should I apply for a private school place in Hobart?

For mid-tier independent and Catholic schools, 12–24 months before entry is standard. For elite-tier independents (especially Year 7 boys' schools), waiting lists can be years long, many parents apply at birth or by age 2. Year 9 and Year 11 entry typically have more availability than Year 7. Always check each school's specific application deadlines on their website.

What is ICSEA and why does it matter?

ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) is published by ACARA via MySchool.edu.au. It measures the socio-educational advantage of a school's student community on a scale where 1,000 is the national average. Most Hobart private schools score 1,150–1,210. ICSEA is a strong correlate of NAPLAN and ATAR outcomes, but it measures the family advantage students bring to the school, not the school's teaching quality. Use it as one input alongside ATAR results, programs, culture and fit.

What are the best Catholic schools in Hobart?

Leading Catholic schools in Hobart by ICSEA include Mount Carmel College, St Mary's College Hobart, St Aloysius Catholic College, MacKillop Catholic College. Catholic systemic schools are typically the most affordable private option ($4,000–$10,000/year), while Catholic congregational schools (Jesuit, Loreto, Mercy) sit closer to independent fee levels. See the full Hobart ranking above for fees and ICSEA on each.

Which Hobart private schools offer boarding?

3 of the Hobart private schools we cover offer boarding, including The Friends' School, St Michael's Collegiate School, The Hutchins School. The median 2026 boarding fee is about $27,720 per year, charged on top of tuition. Boarding suits regional, interstate and international families — see our boarding guide for the full state-by-state list.

Can international students enrol at Hobart private schools, and what does it cost?

Yes — CRICOS-registered Hobart private schools (especially boarding schools) enrol international students on a subclass-500 student visa. International tuition typically runs 1.3–1.7× the domestic rate, and under-18s need approved welfare/guardianship (a school-issued CAAW or a nominated guardian). We're building a school-by-school international fee and CRICOS database; in the meantime each school's overseas-student fees are on its own admissions page.

What are the most affordable private schools in Hobart?

The lowest Year 12 tuition among Hobart private schools we cover starts around $5,241 per year — generally Catholic systemic and lower-fee Christian/Lutheran schools. Fee-band breakdown and example schools are shown above. Remember to factor in levies (technology, building fund, camps, uniforms) which add roughly 8–15% on top of headline tuition.

How much do private schools cost in Australia in 2026?

Elite independent schools (Geelong Grammar, Sydney Grammar, Scotch College, Methodist Ladies' College): $42,000-$55,000/year for Year 12. Mid-tier independents: $25,000-$38,000/year. Catholic systemic schools: $4,000-$10,000/year. Boarding adds $25,000-$45,000 on top. Year 7-9 fees typically 30-40% lower than Year 12. Total K-12 cost: $400,000-$650,000 for elite schools, $40,000-$120,000 for Catholic systemic. Add $5,000-$15,000/year for uniforms, IT, camps, music tuition.

When should I apply for a private school?

Elite schools (Scotch, Geelong Grammar, Sydney Grammar): apply at birth or before age 2 for Year 7 entry. Waiting lists at top schools are 1,000+ children. Mid-tier independents: apply 2-4 years before entry year. Catholic systemic: 12-24 months before entry year. Most competitive entry points: Reception (limited places open most spots), Year 7 (start of secondary, biggest intake), Year 11 (VCE/HSC start). Apply to 4-8 schools simultaneously to maximise options.

What's ICSEA and how does it relate to school quality?

ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-economic background of a school's community. Average is 1000. Elite private schools typically score 1180-1230. ICSEA correlates strongly with academic outcomes, but it measures family advantage, not school teaching quality. To assess teaching quality, look at "value-added" data (how much the school improves students above their starting point), Education Department websites publish this. A school with ICSEA 1200 should produce strong results; a school with ICSEA 1100 producing strong results is doing more impressive teaching.

Are private school scholarships realistic to get?

Top elite schools: 5-15 academic scholarships per year for Year 7 entry, 200-500 applicants. Highly competitive, typically requires top 1% performance on ASCAS test plus interview. Mid-tier schools: easier scholarships available, often 30-50% fee reduction. Music scholarships at most schools: less competitive than academic, requires 5+ years instrument experience and grade 6-7 AMEB level. Sport scholarships: rare, mostly for boarding. Financial assistance (means-tested): 5-30% of places at most schools. Apply to 3-5 schools simultaneously to maximise chances.

Catholic vs Independent, which should I choose?

Catholic systemic schools (parish-funded): $4,000-$10,000/year, generally similar academic outcomes to mid-tier independents, religious instruction (Catholic but increasingly inclusive), community-focused, lower socio-economic mix. Independent schools (privately governed): $25,000-$55,000/year, broader extracurricular options, smaller classes, more international students, stronger university preparation, higher ATAR outcomes. Catholic congregational schools (Loreto, Xavier, Mary MacKillop College, etc.) bridge the two, Catholic ethos but independent governance, fees $20,000-$35,000. Many families choose Catholic for primary, independent for secondary.

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