Head-to-head · 2026
Hills Grammar School vs Reddam House
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Sydney. Sourced from each school's published schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 11 June 2026.
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At a glance
The headline differences
- Year 12 fees differ by $12,380: Hills Grammar School is more affordable.
- Both schools are in Sydney, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Hills Grammar School | Reddam House |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Kenthurst, Sydney | Bondi, Sydney |
| Sector | Independent (non-denominational) | Independent (non-denominational) |
| Gender | co-educational | co-educational |
| Year levels | ELC-Year 12 | Early Learning-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1187 | 1188 |
| Year 12 fee | $25,820 | $38,200 |
| Year 7 fee | $23,280 | $35,400 |
| Boarding | Day school | Day school |
| Founded | 1982 | 2001 |
| Religion | Non-denominational | Non-denominational |
All fees verified 11 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
Hills Grammar School
Standout strengths
- ›North-west Sydney co-ed
- ›Bushland Kenthurst campus
- ›Strong VCE/HSC outcomes
Independent co-educational school in Kenthurst, north-west Sydney. Founded 1982.
See full profile →Reddam House
Standout strengths
- ›Modern co-ed eastern suburbs
- ›Strong music + drama + visual arts
- ›Personalised learning pathways
Independent co-educational school in Bondi, Sydney's eastern suburbs. Founded 2001. Non-denominational, day-only.
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Hills Grammar School or Reddam House?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, Reddam House. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Hills Grammar School is more affordable. Both are in Sydney. 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 Hills Grammar School and Reddam House?
Hills Grammar School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $25,820 (Year 7: $23,280). Reddam House's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $38,200 (Year 7: $35,400). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Hills Grammar School vs Reddam House?
Hills Grammar School has an ICSEA score of 1187; Reddam House has 1188. 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, Hills Grammar School or Reddam House?
Hills Grammar School is the older school (founded 1982 vs 2001 for Reddam House).
Do Hills Grammar School or Reddam House offer boarding?
Hills Grammar School: Day school only. Reddam House: Day school only.
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