Head-to-head · 2026
Emmanuel College Gold Coast vs St Hilda's School Southport
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Gold Coast. 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: Emmanuel College Gold Coast is Christian (multi-denominational); St Hilda's School Southport is Anglican.
- Gender: Emmanuel College Gold Coast is co-educational; St Hilda's School Southport is girls.
- St Hilda's School Southport offers boarding; Emmanuel College Gold Coast is day-only.
- Year 12 fees differ by $12,504: Emmanuel College Gold Coast is more affordable.
- St Hilda's School Southport is the older school (est. 1912 vs 1985).
- Both schools are in Gold Coast, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Emmanuel College Gold Coast | St Hilda's School Southport |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Carrara, Gold Coast | Southport, Gold Coast |
| Sector | Christian (multi-denominational) | Anglican |
| Gender | co-educational | girls |
| Year levels | Prep to Year 12 | Pre-Prep to Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1126 | 1126 |
| Year 12 fee | $14,780 | $27,284 |
| Year 7 fee | $14,360 | $26,349 |
| Boarding | Day school | Yes · $28,912/yr |
| Founded | 1985 | 1912 |
| Religion | Multi-denominational 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).
Emmanuel College Gold Coast
Standout strengths
- ›On-site kindergarten through Year 12
- ›Multi-denominational Christian community
- ›Strong sibling discount structure
Christian (multi-denominational) co-educational school in Carrara, Gold Coast. On-site kindergarten through Year 12
See full profile →St Hilda's School Southport
Standout strengths
- ›Only girls' school on the Gold Coast; full and weekly boarding from Year 6
- ›Strong arts and music program
- ›5% discount for early payment of fees
Anglican girls school in Southport, Gold Coast. Only girls' school on the Gold Coast; full and weekly boarding from Year 6
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Emmanuel College Gold Coast or St Hilda's School Southport?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, they are matched. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Emmanuel College Gold Coast is more affordable. Both are in Gold Coast. 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 Emmanuel College Gold Coast and St Hilda's School Southport?
Emmanuel College Gold Coast's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $14,780 (Year 7: $14,360). St Hilda's School Southport's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $27,284 (Year 7: $26,349). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Emmanuel College Gold Coast vs St Hilda's School Southport?
Emmanuel College Gold Coast has an ICSEA score of 1126; St Hilda's School Southport has 1126. 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, Emmanuel College Gold Coast or St Hilda's School Southport?
St Hilda's School Southport is the older school (founded 1912 vs 1985 for Emmanuel College Gold Coast).
Do Emmanuel College Gold Coast or St Hilda's School Southport offer boarding?
Emmanuel College Gold Coast: Day school only. St Hilda's School Southport: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $28,912/yr.
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