Head-to-head · 2026
SCEGGS Darlinghurst vs Wenona School
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 17 May 2026.
At a glance
The headline differences
- Sector: SCEGGS Darlinghurst is Anglican; Wenona School is Uniting Church.
- Year 12 fees differ by $14,206: Wenona School is more affordable.
- ICSEA gap of 11: SCEGGS Darlinghurst draws from a more advantaged community.
- Both schools are in Sydney, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | SCEGGS Darlinghurst | Wenona School |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Darlinghurst, Sydney | North Sydney, Sydney |
| Sector | Anglican | Uniting Church |
| Gender | girls | girls |
| Year levels | K-Year 12 | K-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1212 | 1201 |
| Year 12 fee | $51,856 | $37,650 |
| Year 7 fee | $48,152 | $35,280 |
| Boarding | Day school | Day school |
| Founded | 1895 | 1886 |
| Religion | Anglican Church of Australia | Uniting Church in Australia |
All fees verified 17 May 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
SCEGGS Darlinghurst
Standout strengths
- ›Consistently top-five NSW HSC ranked school
- ›Inner-city campus with strong creative arts focus
- ›Progressive Anglican social-justice ethos
Anglican girls school in Darlinghurst, Sydney. Consistently top-five NSW HSC ranked school
See full profile →Wenona School
Standout strengths
- ›Strong HSC results + creative arts
- ›North Sydney harbour-edge campus
- ›Notable alumni: Quentin Bryce, Catherine Burn
Uniting Church girls' school in North Sydney. Founded 1886. Day-only, strong academic + arts focus.
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, SCEGGS Darlinghurst or Wenona School?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, SCEGGS Darlinghurst. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Wenona 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 SCEGGS Darlinghurst and Wenona School?
SCEGGS Darlinghurst's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $51,856 (Year 7: $48,152). Wenona School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $37,650 (Year 7: $35,280). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for SCEGGS Darlinghurst vs Wenona School?
SCEGGS Darlinghurst has an ICSEA score of 1212; Wenona School has 1201. 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, SCEGGS Darlinghurst or Wenona School?
Wenona School is the older school (founded 1886 vs 1895 for SCEGGS Darlinghurst).
Do SCEGGS Darlinghurst or Wenona School offer boarding?
SCEGGS Darlinghurst: Day school only. Wenona School: Day school only.
Next step
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