Sector · 2 schools
Baptist schools in Australia (2026)
Baptist schools are typically community-founded, co-educational and mid-fee. Many were established in the 1980s-90s through the Baptist Union of Australia or independent local Baptist churches. They sit between low-fee Christian schools and elite independents on the fee spectrum.
Characteristics
What sets Baptist schools apart
- ›Mid-fee independents ($15k–$30k Year 12)
- ›Mostly co-educational K-12
- ›Christian curriculum integration
- ›Smaller cohorts than elite independents
- ›Strong music + creative arts at several
Decision frame
Choose a Baptist school if...
You want a Christian school environment without elite independent fees, and prefer co-ed community-feel schools over single-sex or sectarian ones.
Schools in this sector
All 2 Baptist schools, sorted by ICSEA
Common questions
FAQs about Baptist schools
What is a Baptist school?
Baptist schools are typically community-founded, co-educational and mid-fee. Many were established in the 1980s-90s through the Baptist Union of Australia or independent local Baptist churches. They sit between low-fee Christian schools and elite independents on the fee spectrum.
How many Baptist private schools are in Australia?
Our database currently profiles 2 Baptist private schools across 1 Australian cities. Nationally there are more (especially Catholic systemic where ~700 parish schools exist); we focus on schools where 2026 fees + ICSEA are publishable.
What do Baptist schools cost in 2026?
2026 Year 12 fees for Baptist schools in our database range from $26,420 to $42,660. The median is around $42,660. Most also charge levies (technology, capital, camps) adding 8-15%.
Do Baptist schools offer boarding?
None of the Baptist schools in our database currently offer boarding.
When should I choose a Baptist school?
You want a Christian school environment without elite independent fees, and prefer co-ed community-feel schools over single-sex or sectarian ones.