Head-to-head · 2026
Scotch College Adelaide vs St Peter's Girls' School
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Adelaide. 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: Scotch College Adelaide is Uniting Church; St Peter's Girls' School is Anglican.
- Gender: Scotch College Adelaide is co-educational; St Peter's Girls' School is girls.
- Scotch College Adelaide offers boarding; St Peter's Girls' School is day-only.
- Year 12 fees differ by $5,440: St Peter's Girls' School is more affordable.
- ICSEA gap of 16: St Peter's Girls' School draws from a more advantaged community.
- Both schools are in Adelaide, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Scotch College Adelaide | St Peter's Girls' School |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Torrens Park, Adelaide | Stonyfell, Adelaide |
| Sector | Uniting Church | Anglican |
| Gender | co-educational | girls |
| Year levels | Reception-Year 12 | ELC-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1157 | 1173 |
| Year 12 fee | $34,040 | $28,600 |
| Year 7 fee | $31,560 | $24,200 |
| Boarding | Yes | Day school |
| Founded | 1919 | 1894 |
| Religion | Uniting Church in Australia | Anglican Church of Australia |
All fees verified 11 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
Scotch College Adelaide
Standout strengths
- ›International Baccalaureate Primary Years and Diploma Programmes
- ›Strong outdoor education and Round Square membership
- ›Co-ed since 1972 with leadership emphasis
Uniting Church co-educational school in Torrens Park, Adelaide. International Baccalaureate Primary Years and Diploma Programmes
See full profile →St Peter's Girls' School
Standout strengths
- ›IB Primary Years and Diploma Programmes
- ›Strong STEM and performing arts focus
- ›Founded by the Sisters of the Church
Anglican girls school in Stonyfell, Adelaide. IB Primary Years and Diploma Programmes
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Scotch College Adelaide or St Peter's Girls' School?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, St Peter's Girls' School. By 2026 Year 12 fee, St Peter's Girls' School is more affordable. Both are in Adelaide. 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 Scotch College Adelaide and St Peter's Girls' School?
Scotch College Adelaide's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $34,040 (Year 7: $31,560). St Peter's Girls' School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $28,600 (Year 7: $24,200). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Scotch College Adelaide vs St Peter's Girls' School?
Scotch College Adelaide has an ICSEA score of 1157; St Peter's Girls' School has 1173. 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, Scotch College Adelaide or St Peter's Girls' School?
St Peter's Girls' School is the older school (founded 1894 vs 1919 for Scotch College Adelaide).
Do Scotch College Adelaide or St Peter's Girls' School offer boarding?
Scotch College Adelaide: Yes. St Peter's Girls' School: Day school only.
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