Head-to-head · 2026
All Saints' College Bathurst vs New England Girls' School (NEGS)
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Newcastle. Sourced from each school's published 2026 schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 13 May 2026.
At a glance
The headline differences
- Gender: All Saints' College Bathurst is co-educational; New England Girls' School (NEGS) is girls.
- Year 12 fees differ by $8,000: All Saints' College Bathurst is more affordable.
- ICSEA gap of 24: New England Girls' School (NEGS) draws from a more advantaged community.
- Both schools are in Newcastle, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | All Saints' College Bathurst | New England Girls' School (NEGS) |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Bathurst, Newcastle | Armidale, Newcastle |
| Sector | Anglican | Anglican |
| Gender | co-educational | girls |
| Year levels | K-Year 12 | K-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1108 | 1132 |
| Year 12 fee 2026 | $21,820 | $29,820 |
| Year 7 fee 2026 | $19,420 | $26,680 |
| Boarding | Yes · $35,800/yr | Yes · $39,200/yr |
| Founded | 1873 | 1895 |
| Religion | Anglican Church of Australia | 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 Saints' College Bathurst
Standout strengths
- ›Central west NSW Anglican boarding
- ›Strong agriculture program
- ›Bathurst regional community focus
Anglican co-educational school in Bathurst, regional NSW. Founded 1873. Boarding.
See full profile →New England Girls' School (NEGS)
Standout strengths
- ›Regional NSW girls boarding
- ›Strong equestrian program
- ›Year 9 Roseville Outdoor Education
Anglican girls' boarding school in Armidale, regional NSW. Founded 1895.
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, All Saints' College Bathurst or New England Girls' School (NEGS)?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, New England Girls' School (NEGS). By 2026 Year 12 fee, All Saints' College Bathurst is more affordable. Both are in Newcastle. 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 Saints' College Bathurst and New England Girls' School (NEGS)?
All Saints' College Bathurst's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $21,820 (Year 7: $19,420). New England Girls' School (NEGS)'s 2026 Year 12 tuition is $29,820 (Year 7: $26,680). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for All Saints' College Bathurst vs New England Girls' School (NEGS)?
All Saints' College Bathurst has an ICSEA score of 1108; New England Girls' School (NEGS) has 1132. 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 Saints' College Bathurst or New England Girls' School (NEGS)?
All Saints' College Bathurst is the older school (founded 1873 vs 1895 for New England Girls' School (NEGS)).
Do All Saints' College Bathurst or New England Girls' School (NEGS) offer boarding?
All Saints' College Bathurst: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $35,800/yr. New England Girls' School (NEGS): Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $39,200/yr.
Next step
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Project Year 7-12 tuition with 4.5% annual indexation. Add boarding, levies and sibling discounts. Compare side-by-side.
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