Head-to-head · 2026
New England Girls' School (NEGS) 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: New England Girls' School (NEGS) is Anglican; PLC Armidale is Uniting Church.
- Both schools are in Newcastle, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | New England Girls' School (NEGS) | PLC Armidale |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Armidale, Newcastle | Armidale, Newcastle |
| Sector | Anglican | Uniting Church |
| Gender | girls | girls |
| Year levels | K-Year 12 | K-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1132 | 1126 |
| Year 12 fee 2026 | $29,820 | $28,280 |
| Year 7 fee 2026 | $26,680 | $25,420 |
| Boarding | Yes · $39,200/yr | Yes · $39,800/yr |
| Founded | 1895 | 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).
New England Girls' School (NEGS)
Standout strengths
- ›Regional NSW girls boarding
- ›Strong equestrian program
- ›Year 9 Roseville Outdoor Education
Anglican girls' boarding school in Armidale, regional NSW. Founded 1895.
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, New England Girls' School (NEGS) or PLC Armidale?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, New England Girls' School (NEGS). By 2026 Year 12 fee, PLC Armidale 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 New England Girls' School (NEGS) and PLC Armidale?
New England Girls' School (NEGS)'s 2026 Year 12 tuition is $29,820 (Year 7: $26,680). 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 New England Girls' School (NEGS) vs PLC Armidale?
New England Girls' School (NEGS) has an ICSEA score of 1132; 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, New England Girls' School (NEGS) or PLC Armidale?
PLC Armidale is the older school (founded 1887 vs 1895 for New England Girls' School (NEGS)).
Do New England Girls' School (NEGS) or PLC Armidale offer boarding?
New England Girls' School (NEGS): Yes, 2026 boarding fee from $39,200/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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