Sector · 6 schools

Lutheran schools in Australia (2026)

Lutheran schools (Lutheran Education Australia) concentrate in South Australia and Queensland, with growing footprints in Victoria and WA. Mid-fee ($8k-$22k), mostly co-educational, with German cultural heritage at several. The Pembroke School Adelaide and Concordia College are prominent examples.

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Characteristics

What sets Lutheran schools apart

  • ›Concentrated SA + QLD with growth in VIC + WA
  • ›Mid-fees ($8k-$22k)
  • ›Mostly co-educational
  • ›German cultural heritage at some schools
  • ›Strong pastoral care emphasis

Decision frame

Choose a Lutheran school if...

You're in SA or QLD and want a mid-fee Christian school with strong values + co-ed community feel.

Schools in this sector

All 6 Lutheran schools, sorted by ICSEA

St Peters Lutheran College

Indooroopilly, Brisbane

$26.1k Y12 1183 ICSEA

Immanuel College

Novar Gardens, Adelaide

$18.8k Y12 1132 ICSEA

Concordia College Adelaide

Highgate, Adelaide

$18.4k Y12 1118 ICSEA

Trinity College Beenleigh

Beenleigh, Brisbane

$11.8k Y12 1042 ICSEA

Trinity Lutheran College Ashmore

Ashmore, Gold Coast

$10.4k Y12

Good Shepherd Lutheran College

Howard Springs, Darwin

$8.3k Y12

Common questions

FAQs about Lutheran schools

What is a Lutheran school?

Lutheran schools (Lutheran Education Australia) concentrate in South Australia and Queensland, with growing footprints in Victoria and WA. Mid-fee ($8k-$22k), mostly co-educational, with German cultural heritage at several. The Pembroke School Adelaide and Concordia College are prominent examples.

How many Lutheran private schools are in Australia?

Our database currently profiles 6 Lutheran private schools across 4 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 Lutheran schools cost in 2026?

2026 Year 12 fees for Lutheran schools in our database range from $8,320 to $26,088. The median is around $18,420. Most also charge levies (technology, capital, camps) adding 8-15%.

Do Lutheran schools offer boarding?

3 of 6 Lutheran schools in our database offer boarding. Boarding fees add $25,000-$45,000/year on top of tuition.

When should I choose a Lutheran school?

You're in SA or QLD and want a mid-fee Christian school with strong values + co-ed community feel.