Head-to-head · 2026
Christ Church Grammar School vs Wesley College Perth
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Perth. 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: Christ Church Grammar School is Anglican; Wesley College Perth is Independent (Uniting Church / Methodist heritage).
- Gender: Christ Church Grammar School is boys; Wesley College Perth is boys (co-educational to Year 6).
- Year 12 fees differ by $5,283: Wesley College Perth is more affordable.
- ICSEA gap of 32: Christ Church Grammar School draws from a more advantaged community.
- Both schools are in Perth, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Christ Church Grammar School | Wesley College Perth |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Claremont, Perth | South Perth, Perth |
| Sector | Anglican | Independent (Uniting Church / Methodist heritage) |
| Gender | boys | boys (co-educational to Year 6) |
| Year levels | Pre-K-Year 12 | Pre-K-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1191 | 1159 |
| Year 12 fee | $37,173 | $31,890 |
| Year 7 fee | $37,173 | $31,890 |
| Boarding | Yes | Yes |
| Founded | 1910 | 1923 |
| Religion | Anglican Church of Australia | Uniting Church (Methodist heritage) |
All fees verified 11 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
Christ Church Grammar School
Standout strengths
- ›Top-performing non-selective WACE/ATAR results
- ›PSA sport (rowing on Freshwater Bay)
- ›110-boy boarding house
Anglican boys school in Claremont, Perth. Top-performing non-selective WACE/ATAR results
See full profile →Wesley College Perth
Standout strengths
- ›100+ year Methodist heritage
- ›PSA sport (rugby, rowing)
- ›Boarding (~160 students); new Year 7 boarding from 2026
Independent (Uniting Church / Methodist heritage) boys (co-educational to Year 6) school in South Perth, Perth. 100+ year Methodist heritage
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Christ Church Grammar School or Wesley College Perth?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, Christ Church Grammar School. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Wesley College Perth is more affordable. Both are in Perth. The most meaningful comparison is on culture, programs, transport and entry pathway for your specific child – visit open days and talk to current parents.
What are the 2026 fees for Christ Church Grammar School and Wesley College Perth?
Christ Church Grammar School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $37,173 (Year 7: $37,173). Wesley College Perth's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $31,890 (Year 7: $31,890). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Christ Church Grammar School vs Wesley College Perth?
Christ Church Grammar School has an ICSEA score of 1191; Wesley College Perth has 1159. The Australian median is 1000. ICSEA measures the socio-educational advantage of the school community – it correlates with academic outcomes but does NOT measure teaching quality or value-add. ICSEA is published by ACARA on MySchool.
Which school is older, Christ Church Grammar School or Wesley College Perth?
Christ Church Grammar School is the older school (founded 1910 vs 1923 for Wesley College Perth).
Do Christ Church Grammar School or Wesley College Perth offer boarding?
Christ Church Grammar School: Yes. Wesley College Perth: Yes.
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