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Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)
Anglican boys school in North Sydney, Sydney. GPS founding member with strong rowing on Sydney Harbour
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Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) is a anglican boys private school based in North Sydney, Sydney. ICSEA 1182 (Australian median is 1000). 2026 Year 12 tuition is $48,100. Anglican boys school in North Sydney, Sydney. GPS founding member with strong rowing on Sydney Harbour
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Key takeaways
- Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) is a Anglican school in North Sydney, Sydney (boys).
- ICSEA score: 1182 (the Australian median is 1000; top tier).
- 2026 Year 12 tuition: $48,100 (Year 7: $45,300).
- Boarding available.
- Founded in 1889.
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Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) fees · 6-year projection
Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) fees 2026: what you can expect to pay through 2031
Based on Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)'s current Year 12 fee of $48,100, here's what fees could look like over the next 6 years under three indexation scenarios. Most Australian independent schools index fees between 3.5% and 6% annually.
| Year | Low (+3.5%) | Mid (+4.5%) | High (+5.5%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 (current) | $48,100 | $48,100 | $48,100 |
| 2027 | $49,783 | $50,265 | $50,746 |
| 2028 | $51,526 | $52,526 | $53,537 |
| 2029 | $53,329 | $54,890 | $56,481 |
| 2030 | $55,196 | $57,360 | $59,587 |
| 2031 | $57,128 | $59,941 | $62,865 |
| 6-year total (mid) | $323,082 |
Projection methodology: starting from Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)'s published 2026 fee, compounded annually at 3 indexation rates representing low / mid / high typical scenarios for Australian independent schools. Actual fees depend on the school's own indexation policy + economic conditions; this is illustrative rather than guaranteed. Excludes uniforms, technology levies, camps, additional services + boarding (unless shown separately).
Planning tip: for a Year 7 entry in 2027, the 6-year tuition-only total is approximately $323,082 (mid scenario). Compare against scholarship pathways + public alternatives before committing.
International students
Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) for international students
Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) is CRICOS-registered (provider code 00772M), so it can enrol overseas students on an Australian subclass-500 student visa. International tuition runs about $57,720 for Year 12 — roughly 1.2× the domestic rate.
| CRICOS provider code | 00772M verify |
| Year 12 tuition — domestic | $48,100 |
| Year 12 tuition — international | $57,720 |
| Boarding — international | $35,360/yr |
| AEAS test required | Yes (typical for boarding entry) |
| Under-18 welfare | School-issued CAAW via boarding |
International fees sourced from the school's overseas-student schedule. Overseas students must also hold OSHC (health cover) and meet English and financial requirements. We're an independent guide — confirm current fees, CRICOS status and welfare arrangements directly with the school before applying.
Academic outcomes
Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)'s Year 12 ATAR results
Most recent published cohort. Compare against the national outcomes leaderboard to see where Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) sits among Australia's top-performing private schools.
Year 12 academic outcomes
Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)
HSC cohort, most recent published year
91.13
Median ATAR
cohort median
26%
% ATAR 95+
Top 5%
52%
% ATAR 90+
Top 10%
Source: Better Education HSC rankings. ATAR figures published by the school or the state results notification.
National leaderboard →NAPLAN context
Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)'s NAPLAN benchmark
2025 national + state means for Year 9 — the benchmark to compare against Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)'s individual school result on MySchool.
National Y9 Reading
567.7
2025 mean (all students)
NSW state mean
571.4
New South Wales Y9 Reading mean
National Y9 Numeracy
572.6
2025 mean (all students)
For Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)'s actual NAPLAN figures, use MySchool. It publishes the school's per-domain mean, % in each proficiency band, Year 5 → Year 9 student gain, and "similar schools" comparison (the right metric for value-add).
View Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) on MySchoolNew to NAPLAN reading? Read our parent's guide — what each year level + domain measures, the parental-education premium, and what to look for on MySchool.
Fee history
How Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)'s fees have moved 2018 → 2026
The 9-year tuition trajectory for a Year 12 student. Compare against the national fee-inflation tracker to see how this school's pace stacks up against the wider sector.
Year 12 fee history
Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)
2018 → 2026 tuition fee progression (AUD, tuition only)
+42.1%
8-year change
$33,841
2018 fee
$48,100
2026 fee
4.5%
Per year (CAGR)
Pre-2026 figures are computed by applying the ABS secondary-education price index (Cat 6401.0) backwards year-by-year from the school's verified 2026 fee. Audit sample shows estimates within ±5% of actual fees for most schools. Per-school verified historical chains will be added as we complete audits of each school's annual reports.
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What are Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)'s 2026 fees?
Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)'s 2026 fee schedule lists Year 12 tuition at $48,100, with Year 7 at $45,300. Fees typically index 3.5–6% annually — model 6-year totals using our calculator before committing. Additional levies (technology, camps, uniform, capital) usually add 8–15% on top of the headline tuition.
What is Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)'s ICSEA score?
Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) has an ICSEA score of 1182. The Australian median is 1000; ICSEA measures the socio-educational advantage of the parent community (not academic value-add). Schools at 1150+ are top decile nationally. ICSEA is published by ACARA on MySchool and updated each calendar year.
Does Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) offer boarding?
Yes, Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) offers boarding. Boarding fees are charged in addition to tuition. Most AU boarding schools also charge a separate annual boarding levy + activities fee.
Where is Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) based?
Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar) is primarily based in Sydney, Australia, and serves clients across Sydney and surrounding areas. Check with the provider directly for specific service-area coverage.
What are the alternatives to Shore (Sydney Church of England Grammar)?
Our independent ranking of the top private schools in Australia includes Melbourne Grammar School, Scotch College, Wesley College. Each has different strengths — see our comparison for a side-by-side breakdown.
How much do private schools cost in Australia in 2026?
Elite independent schools (Geelong Grammar, Sydney Grammar, Scotch College, Methodist Ladies' College): $42,000-$55,000/year for Year 12. Mid-tier independents: $25,000-$38,000/year. Catholic systemic schools: $4,000-$10,000/year. Boarding adds $25,000-$45,000 on top. Year 7-9 fees typically 30-40% lower than Year 12. Total K-12 cost: $400,000-$650,000 for elite schools, $40,000-$120,000 for Catholic systemic. Add $5,000-$15,000/year for uniforms, IT, camps, music tuition.
When should I apply for a private school?
Elite schools (Scotch, Geelong Grammar, Sydney Grammar): apply at birth or before age 2 for Year 7 entry. Waiting lists at top schools are 1,000+ children. Mid-tier independents: apply 2-4 years before entry year. Catholic systemic: 12-24 months before entry year. Most competitive entry points: Reception (limited places open most spots), Year 7 (start of secondary, biggest intake), Year 11 (VCE/HSC start). Apply to 4-8 schools simultaneously to maximise options.
What's ICSEA and how does it relate to school quality?
ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) measures the socio-economic background of a school's community. Average is 1000. Elite private schools typically score 1180-1230. ICSEA correlates strongly with academic outcomes, but it measures family advantage, not school teaching quality. To assess teaching quality, look at "value-added" data (how much the school improves students above their starting point), Education Department websites publish this. A school with ICSEA 1200 should produce strong results; a school with ICSEA 1100 producing strong results is doing more impressive teaching.
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