Head-to-head · 2026
Radford College vs Trinity Christian School Canberra
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Canberra. Sourced from each school's published 2026 schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 13 May 2026.
At a glance
The headline differences
- Sector: Radford College is Anglican; Trinity Christian School Canberra is Christian.
- Year 12 fees differ by $10,562: Trinity Christian School Canberra is more affordable.
- ICSEA gap of 89: Radford College draws from a more advantaged community.
- Both schools are in Canberra, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Radford College | Trinity Christian School Canberra |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Bruce, Canberra | Wanniassa, Canberra |
| Sector | Anglican | Christian |
| Gender | co-educational | co-educational |
| Year levels | Pre-K-Year 12 | K-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1184 | 1095 |
| Year 12 fee 2026 | $25,950 | $15,388 |
| Year 7 fee 2026 | $25,050 | $14,355 |
| Boarding | Day school | Day school |
| Founded | 1984 | 1980 |
| Religion | Anglican Church of Australia | Non-denominational Christian |
All fees verified 13 May 2026 against each school's published 2026 schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
Radford College
Standout strengths
- ›IB Diploma alongside ACT BSSS pathway
- ›Round Square member school
- ›Largest enrolment in ACT independent sector (2,100+)
Anglican co-educational school in Bruce, Canberra. IB Diploma alongside ACT BSSS pathway
See full profile →Trinity Christian School Canberra
Standout strengths
- ›Christian parent-controlled school
- ›Three sub-schools: Junior K-5, Middle 6-8, Senior 9-12
- ›Motto: Love, Nurture and Service
Christian co-educational school in Wanniassa, Canberra. Christian parent-controlled school
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Radford College or Trinity Christian School Canberra?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, Radford College. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Trinity Christian School Canberra is more affordable. Both are in Canberra. 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 Radford College and Trinity Christian School Canberra?
Radford College's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $25,950 (Year 7: $25,050). Trinity Christian School Canberra's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $15,388 (Year 7: $14,355). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Radford College vs Trinity Christian School Canberra?
Radford College has an ICSEA score of 1184; Trinity Christian School Canberra has 1095. 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, Radford College or Trinity Christian School Canberra?
Trinity Christian School Canberra is the older school (founded 1980 vs 1984 for Radford College).
Do Radford College or Trinity Christian School Canberra offer boarding?
Radford College: Day school only. Trinity Christian School Canberra: Day school only.
Next step
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