List of 33 Best Schools in Brisbane (2026 Fees)

There are around 544 schools in Brisbane, with a majority of schools run by the government and are tuition-free. Some private schools in Brisbane are run by the Catholic or Anglican churches and will enforce a tuition fee. A few private schools will offer the International Baccalaureate curriculum to students.

Independent schools in Brisbane are not co-educational and often have boarding facilities. These schools often have a connection with the church or alternative teaching philosophies.

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Catholic schools in Brisbane offer lower tuition fees in comparison to most private schools. While the majority of accepted students are of the Catholic denomination, schools will still accept non-Catholic students.

Facts About Schools in Brisbane
  • Student studies are focused on English, Maths, Science, Humanities, Social Sciences, Art, Technologies, Languages, Health and Physical Education.
  • Many schools in Brisbane offer English language support to international students.
  • Education is compulsory for all students until high school.
  • Students who have completed all 12 years of compulsory education are eligible to qualify for the Queensland Certificate of Education.
  • Students can choose from a range of Catholic, Lutheran, Anglican or other denominational schools in Brisbane.
  • Most of the top schools in Brisbane are private schools.
  • Brisbane State High School was the first state secondary school established in Brisbane.

Edarabia showcases all private schools in Brisbane through which parents can filter by tuition fees, curriculum, rankings & ratings. There are many public, private and charter schools near you that cater to both expat and local students.

Depending on the level of education; kindergartens (pre-schools), primary, secondary and high schools will all have varying tuition fees. Most K-12 schools offer different curriculums and extra-curricular activities to support the intellectual and physical wellbeing of students. Admissions for the top international schools in Brisbane tend to have waiting lists so it is recommended that parents apply well in advance to secure a spot for their children. Additionally, each school has ratings based on parent reviews and are ranked below accordingly.

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AUD 27,060

Sheldon College
  • Address: 43 - 77 Taylor Road, Sheldon
  • Founded: 1997
  • Curriculum: Australian
  • AUD 12,985
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Sinai College
  • Address: 20 Moxon Rd, Burbank
  • Founded: 1990
  • Curriculum: Australian
St Aidan's Anglican Girls School
  • Address: 11 Ruthven St, Corinda
  • Founded: 1929
  • Curriculum: Australian
  • AUD 18,955
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St Columban's College
  • Address: 100 McKean Street, Caboolture
  • Founded: 1928
  • AUD 2,700
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St James College
  • Address: 201 Boundary Street
  • Founded: 1868
St Laurence's College
  • Address: 82 Stephens Road, South
  • Founded: 1914
  • AUD 9,674
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St Mary's College Ipswich
  • Address: 11 Mary Street
  • Founded: 1863
  • Curriculum: Australian
Villanova College
  • Address: 24 Sixth Avenue, Coorparoo
  • Founded: 1948
  • AUD 12,805
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