Head-to-head · 2026
Mount Scopus Memorial College vs St Catherine's School
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Melbourne. Sourced from each school's published 2026 schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 13 May 2026.
At a glance
The headline differences
- Sector: Mount Scopus Memorial College is Jewish; St Catherine's School is Anglican.
- Gender: Mount Scopus Memorial College is co-educational; St Catherine's School is girls.
- St Catherine's School offers boarding; Mount Scopus Memorial College is day-only.
- ICSEA gap of 14: St Catherine's School draws from a more advantaged community.
- St Catherine's School is the older school (est. 1896 vs 1949).
- Both schools are in Melbourne, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Mount Scopus Memorial College | St Catherine's School |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Burwood, Melbourne | Toorak, Melbourne |
| Sector | Jewish | Anglican |
| Gender | co-educational | girls |
| Year levels | ELC-Year 12 | ELC-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1198 | 1212 |
| Year 12 fee 2026 | $33,820 | $37,920 |
| Year 7 fee 2026 | $31,200 | $34,480 |
| Boarding | Day school | Yes · $31,800/yr |
| Founded | 1949 | 1896 |
| Religion | Jewish (Modern Orthodox) | 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).
Mount Scopus Memorial College
Standout strengths
- ›Largest Jewish school in Australia (~1,800 students)
- ›Dual curriculum (Australian + Jewish + Hebrew)
- ›Modern Orthodox religious orientation
Jewish co-educational day school across Burwood + Hawthorn campuses, Melbourne. Founded 1949. Largest Jewish school in Australia.
See full profile →St Catherine's School
Standout strengths
- ›Strong VCE outcomes
- ›Toorak elite community
- ›Small boarding house with rural + international students
Anglican girls' school in Toorak, Melbourne. Founded 1896. Day + boarding.
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Mount Scopus Memorial College or St Catherine's School?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, St Catherine's School. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Mount Scopus Memorial College is more affordable. Both are in Melbourne. 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 Mount Scopus Memorial College and St Catherine's School?
Mount Scopus Memorial College's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $33,820 (Year 7: $31,200). St Catherine's School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $37,920 (Year 7: $34,480). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Mount Scopus Memorial College vs St Catherine's School?
Mount Scopus Memorial College has an ICSEA score of 1198; St Catherine's School has 1212. 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, Mount Scopus Memorial College or St Catherine's School?
St Catherine's School is the older school (founded 1896 vs 1949 for Mount Scopus Memorial College).
Do Mount Scopus Memorial College or St Catherine's School offer boarding?
Mount Scopus Memorial College: Day school only. St Catherine's School: Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $31,800/yr.
Next step
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