Private School Fees Calculator
Calculate the total cost of private school education in Australia. Plan for tuition, uniforms, excursions, and extras across 13 years of schooling.
School Details
Additional Costs
Cost Breakdown
Annual Tuition (Per Child)
$15,000
Annual Extras
$3,500
Total Annual Cost
$18,500
Total Until Year 12
$240,500
Average Private School Fees by State (2024)
| State | Catholic (Primary) | Catholic (Secondary) | Independent | Elite Private |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSW | $5,000-$8,000 | $12,000-$18,000 | $18,000-$30,000 | $35,000-$45,000+ |
| VIC | $4,500-$7,500 | $11,000-$17,000 | $17,000-$28,000 | $32,000-$42,000+ |
| QLD | $4,000-$7,000 | $10,000-$16,000 | $15,000-$25,000 | $28,000-$38,000+ |
| WA | $4,500-$7,500 | $11,000-$17,000 | $16,000-$26,000 | $30,000-$40,000+ |
| SA | $4,000-$6,500 | $9,000-$14,000 | $14,000-$22,000 | $26,000-$35,000+ |
* Fees are indicative only and vary significantly between schools. Contact schools directly for current fees.
Typical Additional Costs
Uniforms
- - Full uniform set: $500-$1,500
- - Sports uniforms: $200-$400
- - Shoes (formal + sports): $200-$400
- - Bag, hat, accessories: $100-$300
Excursions & Camps
- - Day excursions: $20-$100 each
- - School camps: $200-$800
- - Interstate trips: $1,000-$2,500
- - Overseas tours: $3,000-$8,000
Extra-Curricular
- - Sports teams: $500-$2,000/year
- - Music lessons: $1,500-$3,000/year
- - Drama/performing arts: $500-$1,500
- - Equipment hire: $200-$500
Other Fees
- - Building levy: $500-$2,000/year
- - Technology levy: $300-$800/year
- - Textbooks/devices: $500-$1,500/year
- - Bus transport: $2,000-$4,000/year
Ways to Reduce School Costs
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Sibling Discounts
Most schools offer 5-20% discount for additional children
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Scholarships
Academic, sporting, and music scholarships can cover 25-100% of fees
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Pay Upfront
Annual payment often gives 2-5% discount vs termly payments
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Education Bonds
Investment bonds like ASG can help save and reduce tax