Head-to-head · 2026
Calvin Christian School vs St Michael's Collegiate School
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Hobart. Sourced from each school's published schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 11 June 2026.
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At a glance
The headline differences
- Sector: Calvin Christian School is Christian; St Michael's Collegiate School is Anglican.
- Gender: Calvin Christian School is co-educational; St Michael's Collegiate School is girls.
- St Michael's Collegiate School offers boarding; Calvin Christian School is day-only.
- ICSEA gap of 68: St Michael's Collegiate School draws from a more advantaged community.
- St Michael's Collegiate School is the older school (est. 1892 vs 1962).
- Both schools are in Hobart, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Calvin Christian School | St Michael's Collegiate School |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Kingston, Hobart | Hobart CBD, Hobart |
| Sector | Christian | Anglican |
| Gender | co-educational | girls |
| Year levels | K-Year 12 | ELC-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1072 | 1140 |
| Year 12 fee | $7,467 | on request |
| Year 7 fee | $7,044 | on request |
| Boarding | Day school | Yes |
| Founded | 1962 | 1892 |
| Religion | Non-denominational Reformed Christian | Anglican Church of Australia |
All fees verified 11 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
Calvin Christian School
Standout strengths
- ›Australia's first Christian parent-controlled school
- ›Part of Christian Schools Tasmania network
- ›Modest fees relative to peer Christian schools
Christian co-educational school in Kingston, Hobart. Australia's first Christian parent-controlled school
See full profile →St Michael's Collegiate School
Standout strengths
- ›Operated by the Sisters of the Church (Anglican)
- ›Up to 40 boarders Years 5-12
- ›5-day, 7-day and casual boarding options
Anglican girls school in Hobart CBD, Hobart. Operated by the Sisters of the Church (Anglican)
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