Head-to-head · 2026
Calrossy Anglican School vs Hunter Valley Grammar School
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
- Sector: Calrossy Anglican School is Anglican; Hunter Valley Grammar School is Independent (secular).
- Gender: Calrossy Anglican School is parallel learning; Hunter Valley Grammar School is co-educational.
- Calrossy Anglican School offers boarding; Hunter Valley Grammar School is day-only.
- ICSEA gap of 36: Hunter Valley Grammar School draws from a more advantaged community.
- Calrossy Anglican School is the older school (est. 1919 vs 1990).
- Both schools are in Newcastle, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Calrossy Anglican School | Hunter Valley Grammar School |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Tamworth, Newcastle | Ashtonfield, Newcastle |
| Sector | Anglican | Independent (secular) |
| Gender | parallel learning | co-educational |
| Year levels | K-Year 12 | ELC to Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1098 | 1134 |
| Year 12 fee 2026 | $21,820 | $25,500 |
| Year 7 fee 2026 | $19,420 | $24,200 |
| Boarding | Yes · $38,200/yr | Day school |
| Founded | 1919 | 1990 |
| Religion | Anglican Church of Australia | None (non-denominational/secular) |
All fees verified 13 May 2026 against each school's published 2026 schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
Calrossy Anglican School
Standout strengths
- ›New England regional boarding
- ›Parallel single-sex learning
- ›Tamworth agriculture + music tradition
Anglican co-educational school in Tamworth, regional NSW. Founded 1919.
See full profile →Hunter Valley Grammar School
Standout strengths
- ›Independent secular co-educational P-12 school
- ›IB World School (PYP)
- ›Largest independent school in the Maitland-Hunter region
Independent (secular) co-educational school in Ashtonfield, Newcastle. Independent secular co-educational P-12 school
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Calrossy Anglican School or Hunter Valley Grammar School?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, Hunter Valley Grammar School. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Calrossy Anglican School 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 Calrossy Anglican School and Hunter Valley Grammar School?
Calrossy Anglican School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $21,820 (Year 7: $19,420). Hunter Valley Grammar School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $25,500 (Year 7: $24,200). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Calrossy Anglican School vs Hunter Valley Grammar School?
Calrossy Anglican School has an ICSEA score of 1098; Hunter Valley Grammar School has 1134. 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, Calrossy Anglican School or Hunter Valley Grammar School?
Calrossy Anglican School is the older school (founded 1919 vs 1990 for Hunter Valley Grammar School).
Do Calrossy Anglican School or Hunter Valley Grammar School offer boarding?
Calrossy Anglican School: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $38,200/yr. Hunter Valley Grammar School: Day school only.
Next step
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