2026 School Fees

St Columba’s Primary School is committed to providing a high-quality, inclusive education that remains accessible for families.
Our 2026 fee structure continues to reflect our dedication to affordability while supporting rich learning experiences and contemporary facilities for every student.

Fees support the delivery of a well-rounded education including specialist programs, contemporary learning resources, wellbeing initiatives and a vibrant school community.

Please note: If you intend to withdraw your child’s enrolment, a full term’s notice is required. Where this notice is not provided, the school will charge all outstanding fees and levies for that term, as well as the fees for the following term.

The fees stated below are per year, not per term.

Tuition Fees and Curriculum Levies (per student)

Our tuition fees and curriculum levies support the delivery of a rich and engaging learning program for every student at St Columba’s.

This includes:

• Strong teacher-to-student ratios

• International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP)

• Comprehensive STEAM program including coding and robotics

• Visual arts, sport, swimming and wellbeing programs

• Excursions and incursions throughout the year

• Extracurricular opportunities such as clubs and enrichment programs

St Columba’s fees continue to remain among the most affordable for Catholic and independent primary schools in our local area.

Please note: The fees stated below are per year, not per term.

Capital Levy (per family)

The annual Capital Levy supports ongoing improvements to school facilities and learning environments for all students.

Recent and planned projects include:

• Outdoor and sporting facility upgrades

• Learning space enhancements

• Safety, security and infrastructure improvements

• Continued refurbishment of school environments

Additional Year Level Costs

Some additional levies apply to specific year levels to support camps, sporting programs and sacramental preparation.

These are outlined below;

Payment Options

To support families and streamline administration, St Columba’s operates a direct debit payment system for school fees and levies.

Families receive clear information regarding payment schedules and options at the commencement of each school year.

Flexible payment plans are available and can be arranged confidentially through the school office.

Affordability and Support

St Columba’s is committed to ensuring that a Catholic education remains accessible to all families.

If you would like to discuss school fees, concessional arrangements or flexible payment options, we warmly encourage you to contact the school. All conversations are handled with care and confidentiality.