Head-to-head · 2026
Peninsula Grammar vs Toorak College
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Mount Eliza. 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: Peninsula Grammar is Anglican; Toorak College is Independent.
- Gender: Peninsula Grammar is co-ed; Toorak College is girls.
- ICSEA gap of 27: Toorak College draws from a more advantaged community.
- Toorak College is the older school (est. 1874 vs 1961).
- Both schools are in Mount Eliza, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Peninsula Grammar | Toorak College |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Mount Eliza, Mount Eliza | Mount Eliza, Mount Eliza |
| Sector | Anglican | Independent |
| Gender | co-ed | girls |
| Year levels | Kindergarten to Year 12 | ELC to Year 12 (co-ed ELC; girls Prep-12) |
| ICSEA | 1110 | 1137 |
| Year 12 fee | $35,194 | $37,464 |
| Year 7 fee | $31,189 | $33,616 |
| Boarding | Yes · $40,392/yr | Yes · $42,012/yr |
| Founded | 1961 | 1874 |
| Religion | Anglican | Non-denominational Christian |
All fees verified 11 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
Peninsula Grammar
Standout strengths
- ›Co-educational boarding (Jaffray House caters for up to 60 boarders, Years 7-12; 2026 boarding fee $40,392) - one of few co-ed boarding options south of Melbourne
- ›Member of the Associated Grammar Schools of Victoria; founded 1961 as a boys' school (formerly The Peninsula School), co-ed since 1994, ~1,190 students K-12
- ›ICSEA 1110; large Mornington Peninsula campus with Anglican grammar-school heritage and a non-selective enrolment policy
Peninsula Grammar (formerly The Peninsula School) is an independent Anglican co-educational school in Mount Eliza on the Mornington Peninsula, founded in 1961. It teaches Kindergarten to Year 12 and offers co-ed boarding for Years 7-12 through Jaffray House. ICSEA is 1110 and 2026 Year 12 day tuition is $35,194.
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Standout strengths
- ›ICSEA 1137; one of the Mornington Peninsula's leading independent schools, founded 1874 (originally as a boys' school in the suburb of Toorak)
- ›Only girls' boarding school on the Mornington Peninsula - full, weekly and short-stay boarding for Years 7-12 (2026 boarding fee $42,012)
- ›Co-educational Early Learning Centre transitioning to an all-girls environment from Prep through Year 12 (Wardle House Junior School; senior school all-girls)
Toorak College is an independent, non-denominational Christian school in Mount Eliza on the Mornington Peninsula, founded in 1874. Its Early Learning Centre is co-educational, with an all-girls approach from Prep to Year 12, and it offers boarding for girls in Years 7-12. ICSEA is 1137 and 2026 Year 12 day tuition is $37,464.
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FAQs
Which is better, Peninsula Grammar or Toorak College?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, Toorak College. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Peninsula Grammar is more affordable. Both are in Mount Eliza. 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 Peninsula Grammar and Toorak College?
Peninsula Grammar's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $35,194 (Year 7: $31,189). Toorak College's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $37,464 (Year 7: $33,616). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Peninsula Grammar vs Toorak College?
Peninsula Grammar has an ICSEA score of 1110; Toorak College has 1137. 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, Peninsula Grammar or Toorak College?
Toorak College is the older school (founded 1874 vs 1961 for Peninsula Grammar).
Do Peninsula Grammar or Toorak College offer boarding?
Peninsula Grammar: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $40,392/yr. Toorak College: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $42,012/yr.
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