Head-to-head · 2026
Burgmann Anglican School vs Radford College
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Canberra. Sourced from each school's published 2026 schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 13 May 2026.
At a glance
The headline differences
- Year 12 fees differ by $8,950: Burgmann Anglican School is more affordable.
- ICSEA gap of 26: Radford College draws from a more advantaged community.
- Both schools are in Canberra, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Burgmann Anglican School | Radford College |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Forde, Canberra | Bruce, Canberra |
| Sector | Anglican | Anglican |
| Gender | co-educational | co-educational |
| Year levels | Pre-K-Year 12 | Pre-K-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1158 | 1184 |
| Year 12 fee 2026 | $17,000 | $25,950 |
| Year 7 fee 2026 | $15,900 | $25,050 |
| Boarding | Day school | Day school |
| Founded | 1999 | 1984 |
| 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).
Burgmann Anglican School
Standout strengths
- ›Two campuses (Valley Gungahlin and Forde)
- ›Newest of ACT's leading Anglican schools
- ›Strong NAPLAN performance for the region
Anglican co-educational school in Forde, Canberra. Two campuses (Valley Gungahlin and Forde)
See full profile →Radford College
Standout strengths
- ›IB Diploma alongside ACT BSSS pathway
- ›Round Square member school
- ›Largest enrolment in ACT independent sector (2,100+)
Anglican co-educational school in Bruce, Canberra. IB Diploma alongside ACT BSSS pathway
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Burgmann Anglican School or Radford College?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, Radford College. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Burgmann Anglican School is more affordable. Both are in Canberra. 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 Burgmann Anglican School and Radford College?
Burgmann Anglican School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $17,000 (Year 7: $15,900). Radford College's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $25,950 (Year 7: $25,050). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Burgmann Anglican School vs Radford College?
Burgmann Anglican School has an ICSEA score of 1158; Radford College has 1184. 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, Burgmann Anglican School or Radford College?
Radford College is the older school (founded 1984 vs 1999 for Burgmann Anglican School).
Do Burgmann Anglican School or Radford College offer boarding?
Burgmann Anglican School: Day school only. Radford College: Day school only.
Next step
Model the 6-year cost for either school
Project Year 7-12 tuition with 4.5% annual indexation. Add boarding, levies and sibling discounts. Compare side-by-side.
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