Head-to-head · 2026
Somerville House vs St Peters Lutheran College
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Brisbane. Sourced from each school's published 2026 schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 13 May 2026.
At a glance
The headline differences
- Sector: Somerville House is Independent (PMSA); St Peters Lutheran College is Lutheran.
- Gender: Somerville House is girls; St Peters Lutheran College is co-educational.
- Year 12 fees differ by $5,784: St Peters Lutheran College is more affordable.
- Somerville House is the older school (est. 1899 vs 1945).
- Both schools are in Brisbane, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Somerville House | St Peters Lutheran College |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | South Brisbane, Brisbane | Indooroopilly, Brisbane |
| Sector | Independent (PMSA) | Lutheran |
| Gender | girls | co-educational |
| Year levels | Prep-Year 12 | Prep-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1184 | 1183 |
| Year 12 fee 2026 | $31,872 | $26,088 |
| Year 7 fee 2026 | $31,872 | $24,708 |
| Boarding | Yes | Yes |
| Founded | 1899 | 1945 |
| Religion | Presbyterian and Uniting Church (PMSA) | Lutheran Church of Australia |
All fees verified 13 May 2026 against each school's published 2026 schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
Somerville House
Standout strengths
- ›All-inclusive fee (laptop, camps, QGSSSA sport)
- ›Strong academic record - QLD top OP/ATAR results
- ›International + STEM programs
Independent (PMSA) girls school in South Brisbane, Brisbane. All-inclusive fee (laptop, camps, QGSSSA sport)
See full profile →St Peters Lutheran College
Standout strengths
- ›IB Diploma + AC Senior pathways
- ›Largest Lutheran co-ed school in QLD
- ›Strong music conservatorium and outdoor ed (Crows Nest)
Lutheran co-educational school in Indooroopilly, Brisbane. IB Diploma + AC Senior pathways
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Somerville House or St Peters Lutheran College?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, Somerville House. By 2026 Year 12 fee, St Peters Lutheran College is more affordable. Both are in Brisbane. 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 Somerville House and St Peters Lutheran College?
Somerville House's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $31,872 (Year 7: $31,872). St Peters Lutheran College's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $26,088 (Year 7: $24,708). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Somerville House vs St Peters Lutheran College?
Somerville House has an ICSEA score of 1184; St Peters Lutheran College has 1183. 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, Somerville House or St Peters Lutheran College?
Somerville House is the older school (founded 1899 vs 1945 for St Peters Lutheran College).
Do Somerville House or St Peters Lutheran College offer boarding?
Somerville House: Yes. St Peters Lutheran College: Yes.
Next step
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