Head-to-head · 2026

Christ Church Grammar School vs Scotch College Perth

Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Perth. 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: Christ Church Grammar School is Anglican; Scotch College Perth is Independent (Uniting Church).
  • ICSEA gap of 21: Christ Church Grammar School draws from a more advantaged community.
  • Both schools are in Perth, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.

Comparison

Side-by-side

Metric Christ Church Grammar School Scotch College Perth
City / suburbClaremont, PerthSwanbourne, Perth
SectorAnglicanIndependent (Uniting Church)
Genderboysboys
Year levelsPre-K-Year 12Pre-K-Year 12
ICSEA11911170
Year 12 fee 2026$37,173$35,932
Year 7 fee 2026$37,173$35,932
BoardingYesYes
Founded19101897
ReligionAnglican Church of AustraliaUniting Church (Presbyterian heritage)

All fees verified 13 May 2026 against each school's published 2026 schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).

Christ Church Grammar School

Standout strengths

  • Top-performing non-selective WACE/ATAR results
  • PSA sport (rowing on Freshwater Bay)
  • 110-boy boarding house

Anglican boys school in Claremont, Perth. Top-performing non-selective WACE/ATAR results

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Scotch College Perth

Standout strengths

  • Authorised IB World School (PYP, MYP, DP)
  • PSA sport powerhouse
  • ~170 boarders Years 7-12

Independent (Uniting Church) boys school in Swanbourne, Perth. Authorised IB World School (PYP, MYP, DP)

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Common questions

FAQs

Which is better, Christ Church Grammar School or Scotch College Perth?

"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, Christ Church Grammar School. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Scotch College Perth is more affordable. Both are in Perth. 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 Christ Church Grammar School and Scotch College Perth?

Christ Church Grammar School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $37,173 (Year 7: $37,173). Scotch College Perth's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $35,932 (Year 7: $35,932). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.

What are the ICSEA scores for Christ Church Grammar School vs Scotch College Perth?

Christ Church Grammar School has an ICSEA score of 1191; Scotch College Perth has 1170. 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, Christ Church Grammar School or Scotch College Perth?

Scotch College Perth is the older school (founded 1897 vs 1910 for Christ Church Grammar School).

Do Christ Church Grammar School or Scotch College Perth offer boarding?

Christ Church Grammar School: Yes. Scotch College Perth: Yes.

Next step

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