Head-to-head · 2026

Concordia Lutheran College vs Toowoomba Grammar School

Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Toowoomba. Sourced from each school's published schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 11 June 2026.

The Education Desk · Editorial team, schools + fertility + family services · Updated 11 June 2026 · How we rank · Editorial standards

At a glance

The headline differences

  • Sector: Concordia Lutheran College is Lutheran; Toowoomba Grammar School is Independent (non-denominational).
  • Gender: Concordia Lutheran College is co-educational; Toowoomba Grammar School is boys.
  • Year 12 fees differ by $5,886: Concordia Lutheran College is more affordable.
  • ICSEA gap of 74: Toowoomba Grammar School draws from a more advantaged community.
  • Toowoomba Grammar School is the older school (est. 1875 vs 1946).
  • Both schools are in Toowoomba, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.

Comparison

Side-by-side

Metric Concordia Lutheran College Toowoomba Grammar School
City / suburbToowoomba, ToowoombaEast Toowoomba, Toowoomba
SectorLutheranIndependent (non-denominational)
Genderco-educationalboys
Year levelsK-Year 12Prep-Year 12
ICSEA10661140
Year 12 fee$16,434$22,320
Year 7 fee$11,856$19,680
BoardingYes · $27,090/yrYes · $33,200/yr
Founded19461875
ReligionLutheran Church of AustraliaNon-denominational

All fees verified 11 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).

Concordia Lutheran College

Standout strengths

  • Three Toowoomba campuses (Hume Street P-6, Warwick Street K-6, Stephen Street 7-12)
  • Full and weekly boarding options
  • Sibling discounts up to 50% for 4th+ child

Lutheran co-educational school in Toowoomba, Toowoomba. Three Toowoomba campuses (Hume Street P-6, Warwick Street K-6, Stephen Street 7-12).

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Toowoomba Grammar School

Standout strengths

  • QLD's oldest boys boarding school
  • GPS rugby + cricket
  • Boarding draws from regional QLD + PNG

Independent boys' school in Toowoomba, regional QLD. Founded 1875. GPS member, boarding.

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Common questions

FAQs

Which is better, Concordia Lutheran College or Toowoomba Grammar School?

"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, Toowoomba Grammar School. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Concordia Lutheran College is more affordable. Both are in Toowoomba. 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 Concordia Lutheran College and Toowoomba Grammar School?

Concordia Lutheran College's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $16,434 (Year 7: $11,856). Toowoomba Grammar School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $22,320 (Year 7: $19,680). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.

What are the ICSEA scores for Concordia Lutheran College vs Toowoomba Grammar School?

Concordia Lutheran College has an ICSEA score of 1066; Toowoomba Grammar School has 1140. 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, Concordia Lutheran College or Toowoomba Grammar School?

Toowoomba Grammar School is the older school (founded 1875 vs 1946 for Concordia Lutheran College).

Do Concordia Lutheran College or Toowoomba Grammar School offer boarding?

Concordia Lutheran College: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $27,090/yr. Toowoomba Grammar School: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $33,200/yr.

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