Private School Fees in WA (2026)
Fees are one of the biggest factors when choosing a non-government school. The figures below cover 179 Western Australia schools with published fees (59 Catholic, 120 independent). Tap any school for its full year-by-year fee table.
Schools compared
179
59 Catholic · 120 Independent
Median top annual fee
$6,340
Median Year 7 (Catholic)
$5,940
Median Year 7 (Independent)
$7,679
Annual fees by year level in WA
| Year level | Lower (P25) | Median | Upper (P75) | Schools |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten | $1,858 | $3,456 | $6,841 | 133 |
| Prep / Foundation | $1,883 | $3,400 | $6,060 | 67 |
| Year 1 | $2,224 | $4,107 | $7,205 | 150 |
| Year 3 | $2,252 | $4,595 | $7,298 | 150 |
| Year 6 | $2,435 | $4,735 | $8,000 | 151 |
| Year 7 | $4,560 | $6,436 | $10,736 | 119 |
| Year 9 | $4,560 | $6,476 | $10,678 | 117 |
| Year 10 | $4,500 | $6,600 | $10,678 | 119 |
| Year 11 | $5,232 | $7,645 | $11,795 | 108 |
| Year 12 | $5,093 | $7,017 | $11,226 | 112 |
Most expensive schools in WA
| School | Sector | Top annual fee |
|---|---|---|
| Presbyterian Ladies' College · Peppermint Grove | Independent | $34,746 |
| Christ Church Grammar School · Claremont | Independent | $34,660 |
| Methodist Ladies’ College · Claremont | Independent | $34,428 |
| St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls · Mosman Park | Independent | $34,230 |
| Hale School · Wembley Downs | Independent | $32,530 |
| Scotch College · Swanbourne | Independent | $32,280 |
| Penrhos College · Como | Independent | $30,795 |
| St Mary's Anglican Girls' School · Karrinyup | Independent | $30,340 |
| Wesley College · SOUTH PERTH | Independent | $29,530 |
| Perth College · Mount Lawley | Independent | $29,290 |
Most affordable private schools in WA
| School | Sector | Top annual fee |
|---|---|---|
| St Michael's Primary School - Brunswick · Brunswick | Catholic | $900 |
| St Damien's Catholic Primary School · Dawesville | Catholic | $985 |
| Bunbury Baptist College · Dalyellup | Independent | $1,140 |
| Damla College · Ferndale | Independent | $1,400 |
| Atlantis Beach Baptist College · Two Rocks | Independent | $1,475 |
| St Anne's Catholic School · Harvey | Catholic | $1,512 |
| Immaculate Heart College · Lower Chittering | Independent | $1,580 |
| St Matthew's School Narrogin · Narrogin | Catholic | $1,624 |
| Liwara Catholic Primary School · Greenwood | Catholic | $1,728 |
| St Dominic's School · Innaloo | Catholic | $1,733 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much are private school fees in WA?
Across the 179 non-government schools with published fees on AroundSchools, the median top annual fee in Western Australia is about $6,340 — with a very wide range between schools.
Are Catholic schools cheaper than independent schools in WA?
Usually, yes. The median Year 7 fee at WA Catholic schools is about $5,940, versus about $7,679 at independent schools.
What is the most expensive private school in WA?
Among schools with published fees, Presbyterian Ladies' College has the highest annual fee at about $34,746.
About this data
Fees are compiled by AroundSchools from each school's published fee schedules and represent annual day-tuition for local students — excluding boarding, enrolment and incidental levies. Schools revise fees every year; always confirm with the school before enrolling. Last updated July 2026.