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Private Schools Perth WA 2026 | Complete Guide
Find the best private schools in Perth 2026. Compare Catholic, independent, and selective schools with fees, enrolment info, and catchment areas for Perth families.
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Schools in Perth 2026
Perth has a large and diverse school market, with a notably high proportion of students attending non-government schools compared to the national average. Western Australia has both Catholic systemic and independent school sectors that are well-established. education.wa.edu.au
WA Government Schools
WA government schools are free for Australian citizens and permanent residents. WA has a network of specialist academically selective schools including Perth Modern School (Years 7-12, WA's top selective school), the Gifted and Talented programs at Shenton College and Bob Hawke College, and specialist music schools (WA Academy of Performing Arts secondary program).
Catholic Schools in Perth
Catholic Education Western Australia oversees Catholic systemic schools across WA. Fees are moderate, typically $1,500-$7,000/year for primary and secondary.
Independent Private Schools in Perth
Perth's independent schools include Christ Church Grammar School, Wesley College, Perth College (girls), Trinity College, Scotch College, Presbyterian Ladies' College, Hale School, St Hilda's Anglican School for Girls, John XXIII College and many others. Fees range from $12,000-$38,000+/year for leading schools. Waiting lists at popular schools can be long, register interest early.
How to Compare Schools in Perth
Use myschool.edu.au for NAPLAN data, school profiles and comparative information across all Perth schools.
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