Head-to-head · 2026
All Hallows' School vs Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie)
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Brisbane. Sourced from each school's published 2026 schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 13 May 2026.
At a glance
The headline differences
- Sector: All Hallows' School is Catholic (Sisters of Mercy); Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie) is Anglican.
- Gender: All Hallows' School is girls; Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie) is boys.
- Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie) offers boarding; All Hallows' School is day-only.
- Year 12 fees differ by $5,870: All Hallows' School is more affordable.
- ICSEA gap of 40: All Hallows' School draws from a more advantaged community.
- All Hallows' School is the older school (est. 1861 vs 1912).
- Both schools are in Brisbane, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | All Hallows' School | Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie) |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Fortitude Valley, Brisbane | East Brisbane, Brisbane |
| Sector | Catholic (Sisters of Mercy) | Anglican |
| Gender | girls | boys |
| Year levels | Year 5-Year 12 | Prep-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1182 | 1142 |
| Year 12 fee 2026 | $18,950 | $24,820 |
| Year 7 fee 2026 | $17,500 | $22,480 |
| Boarding | Day school | Yes · $22,800/yr |
| Founded | 1861 | 1912 |
| Religion | Catholic - Sisters of Mercy | Anglican Church of Australia |
All fees verified 13 May 2026 against each school's published 2026 schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
All Hallows' School
Standout strengths
- ›Oldest secondary school in Brisbane
- ›Strong academic + Mercy social-justice tradition
- ›Very competitive fee for top-tier ICSEA
Catholic (Sisters of Mercy) girls school in Fortitude Valley, Brisbane. Oldest secondary school in Brisbane
See full profile →Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie)
Standout strengths
- ›GPS rugby + rowing + cricket
- ›Strong music + concert band program
- ›Boarding draws from regional QLD + PNG
Anglican boys' school in East Brisbane. Founded 1912. GPS member.
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, All Hallows' School or Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie)?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, All Hallows' School. By 2026 Year 12 fee, All Hallows' School is more affordable. Both are in Brisbane. 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 All Hallows' School and Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie)?
All Hallows' School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $18,950 (Year 7: $17,500). Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie)'s 2026 Year 12 tuition is $24,820 (Year 7: $22,480). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for All Hallows' School vs Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie)?
All Hallows' School has an ICSEA score of 1182; Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie) has 1142. 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, All Hallows' School or Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie)?
All Hallows' School is the older school (founded 1861 vs 1912 for Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie)).
Do All Hallows' School or Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie) offer boarding?
All Hallows' School: Day school only. Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie): Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $22,800/yr.
Next step
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