School costs reach $113,000 over 13 years
Jan 13, 2026•1 min
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A new report reveals the average cost of sending a child to a public school in a metropolitan area in 2026 is more than $113,000 over 13 years. Perth offers the most affordable government schooling, Canberra has the cheapest Catholic education, and Adelaide provides the most affordable independent schooling. Melbourne ranks as the most expensive for both government and independent schools, while Brisbane tops the cost for Catholic education.
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