Head-to-head · 2026
St Edward's College vs Wyong Christian Community School
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Central Coast. Sourced from each school's published schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 6 June 2026.
Looking for just one school's fees and full profile?
At a glance
The headline differences
- Sector: St Edward's College is Catholic (Edmund Rice); Wyong Christian Community School is Christian (Baptist heritage).
- Gender: St Edward's College is boys; Wyong Christian Community School is co-educational.
- ICSEA gap of 21: St Edward's College draws from a more advantaged community.
- St Edward's College is the older school (est. 1953 vs 1993).
- Both schools are in Central Coast, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | St Edward's College | Wyong Christian Community School |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | East Gosford, Central Coast | Wyong, Central Coast |
| Sector | Catholic (Edmund Rice) | Christian (Baptist heritage) |
| Gender | boys | co-educational |
| Year levels | Year 5-Year 12 | Kindergarten-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1066 | 1045 |
| Year 12 fee | $9,810 | $8,380 |
| Year 7 fee | $8,260 | $7,040 |
| Boarding | Day school | Day school |
| Founded | 1953 | 1993 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic (Edmund Rice tradition) | Christian (Baptist heritage, non-denominational in practice) |
All fees verified 6 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
St Edward's College
Standout strengths
- ›Trade Training Programs: hospitality, construction, metal fabrication workshops
- ›Football Academy and Mock Trial programs
- ›The Bungaree Indigenous education pathway and Waterford Service Learning program
Catholic (Edmund Rice) boys school in East Gosford, Central Coast. Trade Training Programs: hospitality, construction, metal fabrication workshops.
See full profile →Wyong Christian Community School
Standout strengths
- ›Global fees model: all-inclusive tuition covering textbooks, sport, camps, excursions
- ›700+ students K-12; founded 1993 with just 24 students
- ›Online fee calculator; Christian education with community focus
Christian (Baptist heritage) co-educational school in Wyong, Central Coast. Global fees model: all-inclusive tuition covering textbooks, sport, camps, excursions.
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, St Edward's College or Wyong Christian Community School?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, St Edward's College. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Wyong Christian Community School is more affordable. Both are in Central Coast. 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 St Edward's College and Wyong Christian Community School?
St Edward's College's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $9,810 (Year 7: $8,260). Wyong Christian Community School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $8,380 (Year 7: $7,040). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for St Edward's College vs Wyong Christian Community School?
St Edward's College has an ICSEA score of 1066; Wyong Christian Community School has 1045. 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, St Edward's College or Wyong Christian Community School?
St Edward's College is the older school (founded 1953 vs 1993 for Wyong Christian Community School).
Do St Edward's College or Wyong Christian Community School offer boarding?
St Edward's College: Day school only. Wyong Christian Community School: Day school only.
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.
Open calculator →