Head-to-head · 2026
Haileybury Rendall School vs O'Loughlin Catholic College
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Darwin. 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: Haileybury Rendall School is Independent (non-denominational); O'Loughlin Catholic College is Catholic.
- Haileybury Rendall School offers boarding; O'Loughlin Catholic College is day-only.
- Year 12 fees differ by $11,345: O'Loughlin Catholic College is more affordable.
- ICSEA gap of 36: O'Loughlin Catholic College draws from a more advantaged community.
- O'Loughlin Catholic College is the older school (est. 1987 vs 2018).
- Both schools are in Darwin, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Haileybury Rendall School | O'Loughlin Catholic College |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Berrimah, Darwin | Karama, Darwin |
| Sector | Independent (non-denominational) | Catholic |
| Gender | co-educational | co-educational |
| Year levels | ELC to Year 12 | Year 7 to Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 986 | 1022 |
| Year 12 fee | $17,940 | $6,595 |
| Year 7 fee | $17,450 | $5,530 |
| Boarding | Yes · $36,320/yr | Day school |
| Founded | 2018 | 1987 |
| Religion | Non-denominational | Roman Catholic (Catholic Education NT) |
All fees verified 11 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
Haileybury Rendall School
Standout strengths
- ›Northern Territory's only major boarding school (successor to Kormilda College)
- ›Part of the Haileybury (Melbourne) network with shared resources
- ›Highest 2025 NT ATAR result was a Haileybury Rendall student
Independent (non-denominational) co-educational school in Berrimah, Darwin. Northern Territory's only major boarding school (successor to Kormilda College)
See full profile →O'Loughlin Catholic College
Standout strengths
- ›Catholic Education NT systemic college
- ›Family discount, early-bird discount and Health Care Card concession
- ›Compulsory $495 ICT levy covers laptop
Catholic co-educational school in Karama, Darwin. Catholic Education NT systemic college
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FAQs
Which is better, Haileybury Rendall School or O'Loughlin Catholic College?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, O'Loughlin Catholic College. By 2026 Year 12 fee, O'Loughlin Catholic College is more affordable. Both are in Darwin. 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 Haileybury Rendall School and O'Loughlin Catholic College?
Haileybury Rendall School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $17,940 (Year 7: $17,450). O'Loughlin Catholic College's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $6,595 (Year 7: $5,530). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Haileybury Rendall School vs O'Loughlin Catholic College?
Haileybury Rendall School has an ICSEA score of 986; O'Loughlin Catholic College has 1022. 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, Haileybury Rendall School or O'Loughlin Catholic College?
O'Loughlin Catholic College is the older school (founded 1987 vs 2018 for Haileybury Rendall School).
Do Haileybury Rendall School or O'Loughlin Catholic College offer boarding?
Haileybury Rendall School: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $36,320/yr. O'Loughlin Catholic College: Day school only.
Next step
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