Head-to-head · 2026
Hale School vs John XXIII College
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: Hale School is Anglican; John XXIII College is Catholic (Jesuit + Loreto).
- Gender: Hale School is boys; John XXIII College is co-educational.
- Hale School offers boarding; John XXIII College is day-only.
- Year 12 fees differ by $17,710: John XXIII College is more affordable.
- Hale School is the older school (est. 1858 vs 1977).
- Both schools are in Perth, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Hale School | John XXIII College |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Wembley Downs, Perth | Mount Claremont, Perth |
| Sector | Anglican | Catholic (Jesuit + Loreto) |
| Gender | boys | co-educational |
| Year levels | Pre-Primary-Year 12 | ELC-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1169 | 1167 |
| Year 12 fee | $32,530 | $14,820 |
| Year 7 fee | $32,370 | $13,280 |
| Boarding | Yes | Day school |
| Founded | 1858 | 1977 |
| Religion | Anglican Church of Australia | Roman Catholic (Jesuit + Loreto Sisters) |
All fees verified 11 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
Hale School
Standout strengths
- ›Oldest boys' school in WA (1858)
- ›PSA sport (rugby, rowing, cricket)
- ›Strong cadet + boarding tradition
Anglican boys school in Wembley Downs, Perth. Oldest boys' school in WA (1858)
See full profile →John XXIII College
Standout strengths
- ›Joint Jesuit + Loreto Sisters foundation
- ›Strong music + drama programs
- ›Mid-fee Catholic co-ed in Perth west
Catholic Jesuit + Loreto co-educational school in Mount Claremont, Perth. Founded 1977.
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Hale School or John XXIII College?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, Hale School. By 2026 Year 12 fee, John XXIII College 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 Hale School and John XXIII College?
Hale School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $32,530 (Year 7: $32,370). John XXIII College's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $14,820 (Year 7: $13,280). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Hale School vs John XXIII College?
Hale School has an ICSEA score of 1169; John XXIII College has 1167. 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, Hale School or John XXIII College?
Hale School is the older school (founded 1858 vs 1977 for John XXIII College).
Do Hale School or John XXIII College offer boarding?
Hale School: Yes. John XXIII College: Day school only.
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