Head-to-head · 2026
The Glennie School vs Toowoomba Grammar School
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Toowoomba. 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: The Glennie School is Anglican; Toowoomba Grammar School is Independent (non-denominational).
- Gender: The Glennie School is girls; Toowoomba Grammar School is boys.
- Toowoomba Grammar School offers boarding; The Glennie School is day-only.
- ICSEA gap of 51: Toowoomba Grammar School draws from a more advantaged community.
- Toowoomba Grammar School is the older school (est. 1875 vs 1914).
- Both schools are in Toowoomba, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | The Glennie School | Toowoomba Grammar School |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Newtown, Toowoomba | East Toowoomba, Toowoomba |
| Sector | Anglican | Independent (non-denominational) |
| Gender | girls | boys |
| Year levels | K-Year 12 | Prep-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1089 | 1140 |
| Year 12 fee | on request | $22,320 |
| Year 7 fee | on request | $19,680 |
| Boarding | Day school | Yes · $33,200/yr |
| Founded | 1914 | 1875 |
| Religion | Anglican Church of Australia | Non-denominational |
All fees verified 11 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
The Glennie School
Standout strengths
- ›Highest ICSEA in Toowoomba region (1089, 78th percentile nationally)
- ›Independent girls' school K-Year 12
- ›Strong academic tradition in regional Queensland
Anglican girls school in Newtown, Toowoomba. Highest ICSEA in Toowoomba region (1089, 78th percentile nationally).
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Standout strengths
- ›QLD's oldest boys boarding school
- ›GPS rugby + cricket
- ›Boarding draws from regional QLD + PNG
Independent boys' school in Toowoomba, regional QLD. Founded 1875. GPS member, boarding.
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