Head-to-head · 2026

All Hallows' School vs St Peters Lutheran College

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.

The Education Desk · Editorial team, schools + fertility + family services · Updated 13 May 2026 · How we rank · Editorial standards

At a glance

The headline differences

  • Sector: All Hallows' School is Catholic (Sisters of Mercy); St Peters Lutheran College is Lutheran.
  • Gender: All Hallows' School is girls; St Peters Lutheran College is co-educational.
  • St Peters Lutheran College offers boarding; All Hallows' School is day-only.
  • Year 12 fees differ by $7,138: All Hallows' School is more affordable.
  • All Hallows' School is the older school (est. 1861 vs 1945).
  • Both schools are in Brisbane, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.

Comparison

Side-by-side

Metric All Hallows' School St Peters Lutheran College
City / suburbFortitude Valley, BrisbaneIndooroopilly, Brisbane
SectorCatholic (Sisters of Mercy)Lutheran
Gendergirlsco-educational
Year levelsYear 5-Year 12Prep-Year 12
ICSEA11821183
Year 12 fee 2026$18,950$26,088
Year 7 fee 2026$17,500$24,708
BoardingDay schoolYes
Founded18611945
ReligionCatholic - Sisters of MercyLutheran 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

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St Peters Lutheran College

Standout strengths

  • IB Diploma + AC Senior pathways
  • Largest Lutheran co-ed school in QLD
  • Strong music conservatorium and outdoor ed (Crows Nest)

Lutheran co-educational school in Indooroopilly, Brisbane. IB Diploma + AC Senior pathways

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Common questions

FAQs

Which is better, All Hallows' School or St Peters Lutheran College?

"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, St Peters Lutheran College. 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 St Peters Lutheran College?

All Hallows' School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $18,950 (Year 7: $17,500). St Peters Lutheran College's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $26,088 (Year 7: $24,708). 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 St Peters Lutheran College?

All Hallows' School has an ICSEA score of 1182; St Peters Lutheran College has 1183. 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 St Peters Lutheran College?

All Hallows' School is the older school (founded 1861 vs 1945 for St Peters Lutheran College).

Do All Hallows' School or St Peters Lutheran College offer boarding?

All Hallows' School: Day school only. St Peters Lutheran College: Yes.

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