Head-to-head · 2026
Methodist Ladies' College Perth vs St Mary's Anglican Girls' School
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.
At a glance
The headline differences
- Sector: Methodist Ladies' College Perth is Uniting Church; St Mary's Anglican Girls' School is Anglican.
- ICSEA gap of 13: Methodist Ladies' College Perth draws from a more advantaged community.
- Both schools are in Perth, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Methodist Ladies' College Perth | St Mary's Anglican Girls' School |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Claremont, Perth | Karrinyup, Perth |
| Sector | Uniting Church | Anglican |
| Gender | girls | girls |
| Year levels | ELC-Year 12 | K-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1183 | 1170 |
| Year 12 fee 2026 | $26,240 | $23,980 |
| Year 7 fee 2026 | $23,680 | $21,580 |
| Boarding | Yes · $23,800/yr | Yes · $22,600/yr |
| Founded | 1907 | 1921 |
| Religion | Uniting Church in 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).
Methodist Ladies' College Perth
Standout strengths
- ›Strong WACE academic results
- ›Claremont campus
- ›Notable alumni: Olivia Newton-John
Uniting Church girls' school in Claremont, Perth. Founded 1907.
See full profile →St Mary's Anglican Girls' School
Standout strengths
- ›Anglican girls school with strong WACE results
- ›Boarding for regional WA
- ›Karrinyup northern suburbs campus
Anglican girls' school in Karrinyup, Perth. Founded 1921.
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Methodist Ladies' College Perth or St Mary's Anglican Girls' School?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, Methodist Ladies' College Perth. By 2026 Year 12 fee, St Mary's Anglican Girls' School 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 Methodist Ladies' College Perth and St Mary's Anglican Girls' School?
Methodist Ladies' College Perth's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $26,240 (Year 7: $23,680). St Mary's Anglican Girls' School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $23,980 (Year 7: $21,580). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Methodist Ladies' College Perth vs St Mary's Anglican Girls' School?
Methodist Ladies' College Perth has an ICSEA score of 1183; St Mary's Anglican Girls' School 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, Methodist Ladies' College Perth or St Mary's Anglican Girls' School?
Methodist Ladies' College Perth is the older school (founded 1907 vs 1921 for St Mary's Anglican Girls' School).
Do Methodist Ladies' College Perth or St Mary's Anglican Girls' School offer boarding?
Methodist Ladies' College Perth: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $23,800/yr. St Mary's Anglican Girls' School: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $22,600/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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