Anglican · co-ed · Albany
Great Southern Grammar
Co-ed Anglican day and boarding school on a waterfront campus near Albany, serving regional and remote WA families from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12.
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Great Southern Grammar is a anglican co-ed private school based in Kalgan, Albany. ICSEA 1072 (Australian median is 1000). 2026 Year 12 tuition is $15,816. Co-ed Anglican day and boarding school on a waterfront campus near Albany, serving regional and remote WA families from Pre-Kindergarten to Year 12.
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Key takeaways
- Great Southern Grammar is a Anglican school in Kalgan, Albany (co-ed).
- ICSEA score: 1072 (the Australian median is 1000; above median).
- 2026 Year 12 tuition: $15,816 (Year 7: $13,136).
- Boarding available — 2026 boarding fee from $27,015.
- Founded in 1999.
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Great Southern Grammar fees · 6-year projection
Great Southern Grammar fees 2026: what you can expect to pay through 2031
Based on Great Southern Grammar's current Year 12 fee of $15,816, here's what fees could look like over the next 6 years under three indexation scenarios. Most Australian independent schools index fees between 3.5% and 6% annually.
| Year | Low (+3.5%) | Mid (+4.5%) | High (+5.5%) | Boarding (mid) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (current) | $15,816 | $15,816 | $15,816 | $27,015 |
| 2027 | $16,370 | $16,528 | $16,686 | $28,231 |
| 2028 | $16,942 | $17,271 | $17,604 | $29,501 |
| 2029 | $17,535 | $18,049 | $18,572 | $30,829 |
| 2030 | $18,149 | $18,861 | $19,593 | $32,216 |
| 2031 | $18,784 | $19,710 | $20,671 | $33,666 |
| 6-year total (mid) | $106,235 |
Projection methodology: starting from Great Southern Grammar's published 2026 fee, compounded annually at 3 indexation rates representing low / mid / high typical scenarios for Australian independent schools. Actual fees depend on the school's own indexation policy + economic conditions; this is illustrative rather than guaranteed. Excludes uniforms, technology levies, camps, additional services + boarding (unless shown separately).
Planning tip: for a Year 7 entry in 2027, the 6-year tuition-only total is approximately $106,235 (mid scenario). Compare against scholarship pathways + public alternatives before committing.
International students
Great Southern Grammar for international students
Great Southern Grammar is CRICOS-registered, so it can enrol overseas students on an Australian subclass-500 student visa. Contact the school for its current overseas-student fee schedule.
| CRICOS provider code | — |
| Year 12 tuition — domestic | $15,816 |
| Year 12 tuition — international | on enquiry |
| Boarding — international | ~$27,015/yr |
| AEAS test required | Yes (typical for boarding entry) |
| Under-18 welfare | School-issued CAAW via boarding |
International fees from the school's published schedule. Overseas students must also hold OSHC (health cover) and meet English and financial requirements. We're an independent guide — confirm current fees, CRICOS status and welfare arrangements directly with the school before applying.
NAPLAN context
Great Southern Grammar's NAPLAN benchmark
2025 national + state means for Year 9 — the benchmark to compare against Great Southern Grammar's individual school result on MySchool.
National Y9 Reading
567.7
2025 mean (all students)
National Y9 Numeracy
572.6
2025 mean (all students)
For Great Southern Grammar's actual NAPLAN figures, use MySchool. It publishes the school's per-domain mean, % in each proficiency band, Year 5 → Year 9 student gain, and "similar schools" comparison (the right metric for value-add).
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Fee history
How Great Southern Grammar's fees have moved 2018 → 2026
The 9-year tuition trajectory for a Year 12 student. Compare against the national fee-inflation tracker to see how this school's pace stacks up against the wider sector.
Year 12 fee history
Great Southern Grammar
2018 → 2026 tuition fee progression (AUD, tuition only)
+42.1%
8-year change
$11,128
2018 fee
$15,816
2026 fee
4.5%
Per year (CAGR)
Pre-2026 figures are computed by applying the ABS secondary-education price index (Cat 6401.0) backwards year-by-year from the school's verified 2026 fee. Audit sample shows estimates within ±5% of actual fees for most schools. Per-school verified historical chains will be added as we complete audits of each school's annual reports.
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Kalgan, Albany, Australia.
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What are Great Southern Grammar's 2026 fees?
Great Southern Grammar's 2026 fee schedule lists Year 12 tuition at $15,816, with Year 7 at $13,136. Fees typically index 3.5–6% annually — model 6-year totals using our calculator before committing. Additional levies (technology, camps, uniform, capital) usually add 8–15% on top of the headline tuition.
What is Great Southern Grammar's ICSEA score?
Great Southern Grammar has an ICSEA score of 1072. The Australian median is 1000; ICSEA measures the socio-educational advantage of the parent community (not academic value-add). Schools at 1150+ are top decile nationally. ICSEA is published by ACARA on MySchool and updated each calendar year.
Does Great Southern Grammar offer boarding?
Yes, Great Southern Grammar offers boarding from $27,015 (2026). Boarding fees are charged in addition to tuition. Most AU boarding schools also charge a separate annual boarding levy + activities fee.
Where is Great Southern Grammar based?
Great Southern Grammar is primarily based in Albany, Australia, and serves clients across Albany and surrounding areas. Check with the provider directly for specific service-area coverage.
What are the alternatives to Great Southern Grammar?
Our independent ranking of the top private schools in Australia includes Melbourne Grammar School, Scotch College, Wesley College. Each has different strengths — see our comparison for a side-by-side breakdown.
How much do private schools cost in Australia in 2026?
Elite independent schools (Geelong Grammar, Sydney Grammar, Scotch College, Methodist Ladies' College): $42,000-$55,000/year for Year 12. Mid-tier independents: $25,000-$38,000/year. Catholic systemic schools: $4,000-$10,000/year. Boarding adds $25,000-$45,000 on top. Year 7-9 fees typically 30-40% lower than Year 12. Total K-12 cost: $400,000-$650,000 for elite schools, $40,000-$120,000 for Catholic systemic. Add $5,000-$15,000/year for uniforms, IT, camps, music tuition.
When should I apply for a private school?
Elite schools (Scotch, Geelong Grammar, Sydney Grammar): apply at birth or before age 2 for Year 7 entry. Waiting lists at top schools are 1,000+ children. Mid-tier independents: apply 2-4 years before entry year. Catholic systemic: 12-24 months before entry year. Most competitive entry points: Reception (limited places open most spots), Year 7 (start of secondary, biggest intake), Year 11 (VCE/HSC start). Apply to 4-8 schools simultaneously to maximise options.
What's ICSEA and how does it relate to school quality?
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-economic background of a school's community. Average is 1000. Elite private schools typically score 1180-1230. ICSEA correlates strongly with academic outcomes, but it measures family advantage, not school teaching quality. To assess teaching quality, look at "value-added" data (how much the school improves students above their starting point), Education Department websites publish this. A school with ICSEA 1200 should produce strong results; a school with ICSEA 1100 producing strong results is doing more impressive teaching.
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