Head-to-head · 2026
Calrossy Anglican School vs PLC Armidale
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; PLC Armidale is Uniting Church.
- Gender: Calrossy Anglican School is parallel learning; PLC Armidale is girls.
- Year 12 fees differ by $6,460: Calrossy Anglican School is more affordable.
- ICSEA gap of 28: PLC Armidale draws from a more advantaged community.
- PLC Armidale is the older school (est. 1887 vs 1919).
- Both schools are in Newcastle, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Calrossy Anglican School | PLC Armidale |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Tamworth, Newcastle | Armidale, Newcastle |
| Sector | Anglican | Uniting Church |
| Gender | parallel learning | girls |
| Year levels | K-Year 12 | K-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1098 | 1126 |
| Year 12 fee 2026 | $21,820 | $28,280 |
| Year 7 fee 2026 | $19,420 | $25,420 |
| Boarding | Yes · $38,200/yr | Yes · $39,800/yr |
| Founded | 1919 | 1887 |
| Religion | Anglican Church of Australia | Uniting Church in Australia |
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 →PLC Armidale
Standout strengths
- ›Regional NSW girls boarding
- ›Strong equestrian + agriculture programs
- ›PLC Sydney sister school
Uniting Church girls' school in Armidale, regional NSW. Founded 1887. Sister to Sydney PLC.
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Calrossy Anglican School or PLC Armidale?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, PLC Armidale. 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 PLC Armidale?
Calrossy Anglican School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $21,820 (Year 7: $19,420). PLC Armidale's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $28,280 (Year 7: $25,420). 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 PLC Armidale?
Calrossy Anglican School has an ICSEA score of 1098; PLC Armidale has 1126. 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 PLC Armidale?
PLC Armidale is the older school (founded 1887 vs 1919 for Calrossy Anglican School).
Do Calrossy Anglican School or PLC Armidale offer boarding?
Calrossy Anglican School: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $38,200/yr. PLC Armidale: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $39,800/yr.
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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