Annesley Junior School vs St Peter's College Adelaide

	A Annesley Junior School Adelaide, Australia	S St Peter's College Adelaide Adelaide, Australia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year A$11,285	Fees / year A$2,700 - 32,910
Age range	Age range 2 - 12 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational	Type Boys School, Boys School (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), Australian Curriculum	Curriculum Australian Curriculum, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 400	Pupils 1,383
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1902	Opened 1847
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The school is located at 28 Rose Terrace, Wayville, SA 5034, Australia. It sits on the city fringe of Adelaide, just beyond the South Parklands. The campus is accessible by public transport and is close to central Adelaide. The front office operates Monday to Friday, 8:15am–4:15pm.	Location St Peter's College sits on a single 90-acre campus just two kilometres from the Adelaide city centre in South Australia 5069. The campus features a blend of heritage-listed and modern buildings with extensive sports facilities. The school serves students from Early Years to Year 12 on this site.
Stages	Stages Early Learning Centre (2–5 years) and Primary School (Reception to Year 6).	Stages Early Years; Junior School (Prep to Year 6); Middle Years (Years 7–8); Senior Years (Years 9–12).
School type	School type Co-educational, ELC–Year 6 school.	School type Anglican boarding and day school for boys.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support The school has a Personalised Learning Team to tailor learning for individual and collective needs. The team includes a Coordinator of Personalised Learning and Student Support Officers who work with allied health professionals to provide adjustments and targeted support in areas such as literacy, numeracy and social-emotional learning.	Additional learning support Keystone Support Centre provides learning support and technology assistance; Junior School runs a Learning Assistance Program (LAP) offering prescriptive literacy support.
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Australia
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Uniting Church.	Religious affiliation Anglican
School day structure	School day structure Primary School bell times: Start 8:45am; Morning Break 11:05am–11:45am; Afternoon Break 1:15pm–1:55pm; End of School Day 3:30pm. There is supervision 15 minutes before the start and 15 minutes after the finish. OSHC is available after school until 6:00pm; the Early Learning Centre operates from 7:30am to 6:00pm.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details —	Bus service details Bus transport is arranged through Roundabout Charter for Prep to Year 6 (buses expected to arrive by 8:15am and depart no later than 3:45pm); a Morning Shuttle Service runs from Walford Anglican School for Girls to St Peter's College, departing Walford at 8:00am and arriving at the Junior School Administration Building at about 8:25am.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Application & Enrolment Fees - Application fee: AUD 50 (non-refundable) payable at the time of applying. - Enrolment (confirmation) fee: AUD 500 (non-refundable) payable to confirm an offered place. Tuition fees — Primary School (Reception to Year 6) - Annual all-inclusive Primary School fee: AUD 11,285 per annum. This all-inclusive fee incorporates tuition, stationery and a wide range of learning activities and excursions. - Per-term amount (school year divided into four terms): AUD 2,821.25 per term (AUD 11,285 ÷ 4). Fees for each term are invoiced on a termly basis in the middle of the preceding term. - Sibling discounts for Primary School: 10% discount on the annual Primary fee for the second sibling, 15% for the third sibling and 20% for the fourth sibling. The Quest (camp / experiential learning charges) - Year 1: AUD 70. - Year 2: AUD 120. - Year 3: AUD 470. - Year 4: AUD 620. - Year 5: AUD 1,120. - Year 6: AUD 1,600. Camps/Quest fees for Years 3–6 are based on the cost of the experience per student and are invoiced in advance in the term in which they take place. Early Learning Centre (ELC) fees - Permanent daily rate: AUD 141.00 per day. - Casual daily rate: AUD 148.00 per day. - Weekly rate (5 days): AUD 650.00 per week. - The ELC operates as a long day care program (7:30am to 6:00pm, 49 weeks per year); ELC fees cover the educational program and nappies where applicable. Families registered with Centrelink may apply for the Child Care Subsidy (CCS); families must provide their own and their child's Customer Reference Number and date of birth to claim CCS. ELC fees are invoiced fortnightly in arrears and are payable on receipt. ELC fees may be charged at half the usual rate during the first two weeks of January when the school reopens after the Christmas closure. OSHC & Vacation Care fees (Outside School Hours Care) - Before School Care: AUD 17.60 (permanent) / AUD 21.00 (casual) per session. - After School Care: AUD 32.00 (permanent) / AUD 38.00 (casual) per session. - Vacation Care: AUD 68.00 per day plus excursion/incursion costs where applicable. OSHC and Vacation Care fees are invoiced fortnightly in arrears and are payable on receipt. No CCS can be claimed against late pick-up fees. Billing schedule and payment terms - Primary School fees are invoiced termly in the middle of the term preceding the term to which the fees relate (for example, Term 2 fees are invoiced mid Term 1). Primary fees may be paid in full by the last day of the term preceding the term to which they relate, or by a Direct Debit arrangement (monthly/fortnightly) that may commence in Term 4. - ELC, OSHC and Vacation Care fees are invoiced fortnightly in arrears; these invoices are payable immediately on receipt. - Accepted payment methods include credit card, EFT (direct deposit), B-Pay, cheque, and automatic direct debit arrangements. The school can set up automatic direct debits on request to the accounts office. Uniform and some service purchases are available via the school's online ordering platforms (School Stream / Flexischools). Boarding fees - Boarding is not applicable. The school offers Early Learning Centre and Primary (Reception–Year 6) programs only; there is no boarding provision for students. Other costs and typical additional charges - Uniform items (examples and retail prices): Short sleeve polo AUD 49.00; Long sleeve polo AUD 51.00; Shorts AUD 37.00; Long pants AUD 43.00; Skort AUD 37.00; Dress AUD 73.00; Rugby jumper AUD 84.00; Fleece jacket AUD 84.00; All-weather jacket AUD 92.00; Puffer vest AUD 78.00; School bag AUD 51.00; Bucket hat AUD 10.00; House bucket hat AUD 20.00; Beanie AUD 20.00; Communication folder (Reception–Yr 2) AUD 15.00. Uniform is sold via the school's online uniform shop. Stationery is included in the Primary all-inclusive fee. - ELC additional charges: specialist programs, excursions/incursions (charged per experience), and late pick-up penalties. Late pick-up fees are charged for ELC pick-ups after 6:00pm (example rate noted previously in school documentation as AUD 2.00 per minute for after-hours pick-up). - OSHC additional charges: excursions/incursions (charged separately) and late pick-up fees; vacation care daily rate may include additional activity charges. Refunds, withdrawals and fee adjustments - Application and enrolment fees are non-refundable. - No remission of fees is made for student absences. - Notice of withdrawal: Primary School students require one full school term's written notice to the Principal; ELC students generally require eight weeks' written notice (special rules apply for ELC students in their last term before Primary). If less than the required notice is given, a full term's fees (or fees equivalent as stated in policy) will be charged in lieu of notice. Camp/Quest fees are invoiced in advance for the term in which they take place and are payable by the last day of that term. - Overdue accounts may attract late payment fees, monthly interest (as set by School Council), recovery of collection expenses, suspension of access to other services (for example OSHC or uniform purchases), and in some cases withdrawal of the student after due process. Families experiencing genuine hardship should contact the Business Manager in advance to request a formal payment plan. Fee payment contact and administrative notes - Invoices and statements are emailed to families to the debtor account nominated on enrolment. For enrolment and accounts enquiries contact the school's enrolments or accounts teams as listed in school contacts. Uniform enquiries are handled by the school uniform team via uniforms@annesley.sa.edu.au; online uniform ordering is fulfilled via the school's online platform.	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Application fee: AUD 100 (non‑refundable). - Enrolment (confirmation) fee payable when a place is offered: AUD 2,600. Tuition, fixed charge, IT levy and total — annual and per‑term (3 instalments) and 10‑month instalment guidance - Prep (Annual total: AUD 18,750) - Breakdown shown as tuition + fixed charge + IT levy included in the annual total. Annual total: AUD 18,750. Per term (3 instalments): AUD 6,250. Ten‑month instalment amount: AUD 1,875. - Reception (Annual total: AUD 19,330) - Per term: AUD 6,443.33. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 1,933. - Year 1 (Annual total: AUD 20,190) - Per term: AUD 6,730. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 2,019. - Year 2 (Annual total: AUD 20,190) - Per term: AUD 6,730. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 2,019. - Year 3 (Annual total: AUD 22,730) - Per term: AUD 7,576.67. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 2,273. - Year 4 (Annual total: AUD 22,730) - Per term: AUD 7,576.67. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 2,273. - Year 5 (Annual total: AUD 25,280) - Per term: AUD 8,426.67. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 2,528. - Year 6 (Annual total: AUD 26,780) - Per term: AUD 8,926.67. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 2,678. - Year 7 (Annual total: AUD 31,220) - Per term: AUD 10,406.67. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 3,122. - Year 8 (Annual total: AUD 31,220) - Per term: AUD 10,406.67. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 3,122. - Year 9 (Annual total: AUD 31,220) - Per term: AUD 10,406.67. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 3,122. - Year 10 (Annual total: AUD 32,910) - Per term: AUD 10,970. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 3,291. - Year 11 (Annual total: AUD 32,910) - Per term: AUD 10,970. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 3,291. - Year 12 (Annual total: AUD 32,910) - Per term: AUD 10,970. Ten‑month instalment: AUD 3,291. Boarding fees (where applicable) - Boarding annual fee (boarder residential charge): AUD 30,170 per year. Per term (3 instalments): AUD 10,056.67. Ten‑month instalment amount shown: AUD 3,017. Boarder incidentals and some boarder extras are charged separately when incurred. Other compulsory and typical additional charges - Fixed charges / levies: included in the annual totals above; the fixed levy covers compulsory curriculum camps (excluding rowing camps), curriculum tests, photography, student photocopying, student accident insurance and school publications. - IT levy: included in the annual totals above; covers IT infrastructure and internal IT helpdesk support. - Music tuition (private lessons): AUD 1,680 per annum (billed at the start of each semester). Instrument hire (where required) is AUD 450 per annum. These charges are additional to tuition and billed separately. - Early Learning Centre (where applicable): daily fee AUD 125; fixed charge (ELC) AUD 75 pa. - Voluntary Building Fund donation: AUD 600 per family (included on fee statement unless declined). This donation may be paid in three equal instalments (AUD 200) or under the ten‑month direct debit option as smaller monthly amounts. Contributions are tax‑deductible through the School Foundation. - Incidental and sundry charges: bus charges, interstate/overseas trips, study guides, non‑booklist textbooks, replacement diaries, unreturned library books and boarder incidentals are charged when incurred and are due within 30 days. Private purchases (stationery, textbooks, laptop purchases, uniform, music shop items) are additional. The Uniform Shop operates on campus and recycled uniform options are available. Discounts and sibling concessions - Sibling discount (for brothers attending concurrently): second brother 10%, third brother 20%, fourth and subsequent brother 30% (applies to tuition; does not apply to fixed charge, IT levy or boarding fees). - Early‑payment discount: 1.0% discount applies if the full year of fees (tuition, fixed charges, IT levy and boarding fees) is paid in full before 28 February of the year. Billing schedule and payment terms - Standard billing: fees are invoiced in three instalments each year on 31 January, 30 April and 31 July; invoices are due 30 days after the invoice date (standard due dates run to late February, late May and late August as applicable). Per‑term amounts are the annual totals divided across those three instalments. - Ten‑month instalment option: available (direct debit) with payments on the 16th of each month from February to November; ten‑month instalment amounts are published in the fee schedule and examples are shown above. To join the ten‑month plan, families enter details via the School's Keystone finance portal. - Late payment and arrears: a AUD 30 administration late fee applies to payments made after the due date. Interest may be charged on outstanding accounts at 10% per annum, calculated daily. Collection costs and legal fees for overdue accounts are recoverable by the School. Persistent non‑payment can lead to exclusion from optional trips and may result in the student being prevented from attending school or having the enrolment forfeited. Refunds and withdrawal terms - Withdrawal notice: parents must provide one term's written notice to the Director of Enrolments when withdrawing a student. Failure to provide the required notice will incur a full term's fee penalty equal to a full term's tuition plus the IT levy and fixed levies. The School may apply a holding fee of 25% of total tuition, IT and fixed levies if re‑entry is requested after a year away. Suspension or disciplinary exclusions do not attract fee refunds. - Sundry and activity charges (for example, music lessons, instrument hire, camps and trips) are billed in advance or when incurred and are generally non‑refundable if the service has commenced or insufficient notice of withdrawal is provided; specific conditions (such as notice periods for music lessons) apply. Methods of payment and practical payment information - BPAY (Biller code 8631): full payment of each statement can be made via internet banking using BPAY View. The BPAY reference appears on the fee statement. - Keystone / online credit card: payment by credit card is available via the Keystone portal; credit card merchant fees apply and are passed on at bank charge rates — listed as 1% for Visa, MasterCard and American Express. - Telephone payments by credit card are accepted via the Business Services number during business hours; in‑person merchant facilities are available at designated school offices. Cheques may be posted to Business Services (payable to St Peter's College). Cash is not accepted on campus for security reasons. - Statements and delivery: fee statements are emailed to parents/guardians; families can view transactions, statements and receipts via the Keystone finance tab. Notes on implementation of fees - The fixed levy and IT levy are compulsory and apply to all students, including those receiving scholarships or sibling discounts. Certain charges (for example, boarding incidentals, music-related consumables, bus charges and some excursions) are charged in addition to the tuition/fixed/IT figures above. Families may be offered payment options including the three‑instalment schedule or the ten‑month direct debit plan.
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements —	Boarding arrangements The school provides boarding for boys in Years 7 to 12. The modern Boarding House accommodates 100 boarders, with private rooms for Year 11 and 12 students. Meals are served in the Da Costa Dining Hall, prepared on-site by Chartwells. Boarders have access to the on-campus facilities and grounds.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement The Uniform is modern and practical; it moved away from traditional formal clothing items such as blazers, ties and tunics to align with contemporary clothing. Uniform items are available online via School Stream and purchases come home with the child within 3 school days.	Uniform requirement Senior School uniform for Years 7–12 includes a summer uniform of a blue and white striped shirt with a school or house tie, blue shorts, a black belt, long white socks and black leather lace-up shoes. The blazer uniform is preferred and compulsory in Terms 2 and 3 and must be worn for muster and chapel. House ties are worn with the summer uniform in Terms 1 and 4, and with the blazer in Terms 2 and 3.
Food options	Food options Budding Lunch is a School Lunch Program. Africola provides a nutritious, shared lunch for Reception to Year 6 students every week in the Dining Room, and for ELC students in their rooms. Lunch is served on platters to encourage eating together and to learn about a variety of foods.	Food options Meals are prepared on-site in the Da Costa Dining Hall by Chartwells.
House system	House system —	House system Upon commencement, every student is allocated to a house. Houses are the fundamental unit of pastoral care, with Year 7–8 students in Mentor classes and Years 9–12 in small Mentor groups. Houses include Da Costa, Farr, Farrell, Hawkes, Howard, MacDermott, School and Allen, Short, Woodcock and Young.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Annesley Junior School is governed by Annesley Council. A Council member is a Uniting Church Moderator's Nominee.	Governance and ownership The school is governed by the Council of Governors, which develops strategies, makes prudent financial decisions and oversees investments with the Headmaster and Senior Leadership Team. The Anglican Church of Australia Collegiate School of Saint Peter operates as St Peter's College.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details English and Mathematics are taught with daily explicit instruction to develop foundational skills. The school combines the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) with the Australian Curriculum to guide learning, focusing on social, emotional and intellectual development in a personalised learning program. A strengths-based approach and an extensive Experiential and Entrepreneurial program prepare students to contribute to a changing world and to make their unique mark.	Curriculum details Senior School follows the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) framework for Years 11–12, with Stage 1 and Stage 2 subjects and a broad elective program. Year 7 and Year 8 have compulsory subjects including English, Humanities, Mathematics (streamed), Science, Technology, Theology and Philosophy, Visual Arts, Drama, Music and Wellbeing; language options include Chinese, Chinese Language and Literature, French, EAL/D and Curriculum Support. Year 9 includes English, Geography and History (one semester each), Wellbeing, Languages, Mathematics, Science and Theology and Philosophy, with four electives. Year 10 provides a broad electives program with a wide range of subjects such as Art, Design, Digital Technologies, Criminology, Game and App Development, and more. The Senior School runs School Enrichment Programs for advanced learners, including Maths@Saints, the Micro-Credentials Program, the Social Enterprise Funding Program, Curriculum Societies and a bespoke Elective Program, with differentiation and opportunities for individual students. The curriculum is aligned with SACE while also providing International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma outcomes; in 2024, 16 students completed the IB Diploma with an average score of 36.25.
Student teacher ratio	Student teacher ratio —	Student teacher ratio —
Exam results	Exam results —	Exam results 151 candidates completed the SACE in 2024; the median ATAR was 92.55 and 193 merits were achieved; five students attained an ATAR of 99.95. Sixteen students completed the International Baccalaureate Diploma with an average score of 36.25 (median ATAR 91.58) and 21 IB merits. 160 of 174 graduates applied for tertiary study; 65.5% studied in South Australia, 20.69% interstate and 1.72% overseas. Of those pursuing tertiary places, 41% studied at the University of Adelaide, 37% at the University of South Australia and 6% at Flinders University.
Higher education progression	Higher education progression Optional secondary pathways are offered through partnerships with Pulteney Grammar School, St John's Grammar School and Westminster School. Annesley graduates have enrolment preference within the partner schools' application timeframes, and St John's provides an Annesley Scholarship for Annesley graduates.	Higher education progression Post-school destinations show the majority pursue tertiary study in Australia; 65.5% studied in South Australia, 20.69% interstate and 1.72% overseas. Among those seeking tertiary places, 41% studied at the University of Adelaide, 37% at the University of South Australia and 6% at Flinders University.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented —	Gifted and talented School Enrichment Programs tailor to interests, abilities and learner profiles, offering Maths@Saints, the Micro-Credentials Program, the Social Enterprise Funding Program, Curriculum Societies and a bespoke Elective Program. The School works with individual students on differentiated, custom enrichment projects to challenge high-ability learners.
Academic calendar	Academic calendar —	Academic calendar —
Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Annesley Junior School supports social and emotional learning through a multi-tiered wellbeing framework. Tier 1 provides whole‑school approaches to promote positive behaviour, mental wellbeing and inclusion; Tier 2 offers targeted intervention; Tier 3 delivers individual support, including Wellbeing Team interventions and behaviour plans. Belonging and active engagement are fostered through day‑to‑day interactions, teaching under the IB Framework and Australian Curriculum, the Child Protection Curriculum, Experiential Learning experiences, and Religion and Values Education (RAVE). The Chaplain is a qualified counsellor available to students, parents and staff, with parental consent required before one‑to‑one counselling, and the Annesley Wellbeing Podcast supports student wellbeing across the community.	Social & emotional learning Wellbeing Education is central to learning at St Peter's College. The wellbeing framework is built on wellbeing programs that influence all aspects of school life. The taught wellbeing curriculum draws on the work of Professor Martin Seligman and teaches skills to strengthen relationships, build positive emotions, enhance personal resilience, promote mindfulness and encourage a healthy lifestyle. Wellbeing talks and ongoing monitoring within pastoral care groups support the wellbeing of all students. Registered psychologists and chaplains work across all year levels to support boys and their families. The House system and broader pastoral care programs underpin the wellbeing strategy and foster belonging.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) —	Special educational needs (SEN) Curriculum Support is available for identified students (for identified students only).
English as an additional language	English as an additional language —	English as an additional language English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) is offered as a language option in Year 7. In Year 8, EAL/D continues to be offered (by invitation). In Year 12, EAL/D is listed among Senior School subjects at Stage 2.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing Mental wellbeing is addressed through the school's multi‑tiered wellbeing model (Tier 1 universal supports, Tier 2 targeted interventions, Tier 3 individual support). The Chaplain provides counselling for students, parents and staff, with access coordinated through the school and parental consent for individual sessions. The Annesley Wellbeing Podcast, developed by the Student Wellbeing Committee, gives students a platform to share perspectives and support wellbeing within the community.	Mental wellbeing Wellbeing Education is central to learning; the wellbeing framework includes a taught curriculum and year-level wellbeing talks with ongoing monitoring. The program draws on Professor Martin Seligman's work and teaches skills to strengthen relationships, build resilience, promote mindfulness and encourage a healthy lifestyle. Wellbeing is supported by registered psychologists and chaplains across all year levels.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The Student Wellbeing, Behaviour & Engagement Policy commits to a safe, secure and inclusive learning environment with clear expectations for positive behaviour and procedures to support student wellbeing. It recognises that the Australian Curriculum and the IB Primary Years Programme provide comprehensive frameworks that support social and emotional learning, ethical understanding and intercultural competence. Roles and responsibilities involve staff, students, families and the community, with parents as partners in supporting positive behaviour and wellbeing and with processes for documenting and responding to behaviours of concern.	Safeguarding The school provides a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment. Pastoral care, the House system, and an Anglican framework prioritise safeguarding and a sense of belonging.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Located near Adelaide's South Parklands, Annesley Junior School has extensive outdoor space and onsite facilities. The Gillingham Hall is a meeting and performing arts space, and a vast indoor gymnasium supports PE and sport activities. The campus is undergoing improvements, including redevelopment of the Early Learning Centre to create additional rooms, dedicated Flying Start spaces for 2–4-year-olds, renovated indoor spaces, and extended outdoor play areas with a central community space that includes a kitchen and library. The Masterplan adds an Arts and Library precinct with an Art Studio and expanded library, relocates and expands the Science Lab, and introduces a Digital Technologies learning space. The Patchell Building was renovated into a Year 6 learning space and administration hub to support modern learning.	Facilities overview St Peter's College is set on a 90-acre campus two kilometres from the Adelaide city centre. The campus caters for students from the Early Years to Year 12 and blends heritage-listed and modern buildings with extensive educational facilities and sports fields. The Early Learning Centre features bright indoor spaces and expansive outdoor areas, while the Junior School uses New Palm House with an adventure playground and oval spaces. The Senior School includes the Pentreath Building for flexible learning and a redeveloped Big Quad that houses the Year 12 College. The Boarding House accommodates around 100 boarders, and Memorial Hall and the School Chapel are central community spaces. An Outdoor Education Campus at Finniss near Lake Alexandrina hosts adventure and aquatic activities about an hour from Adelaide.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Annesley has a vast indoor gymnasium for PE and sport activities. The school also benefits from extensive outdoor space that supports active play and physical education. The South Parklands-adjacent location provides access to outdoor experiences that complement sport and recreation as part of learning. On-site facilities, including the gym and outdoor space, support a comprehensive physical education program.	Sports facilities Seven ovals, a hockey pitch and 10 tennis courts are on the grounds, with a modern sports centre that includes a swimming pool and a full gymnasium. A purpose-built sports hall is located in the Junior School.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities Gillingham Hall serves as a meeting and performing arts space. The Masterplan adds an Arts and Library precinct with an Art Studio and expanded library. The campus includes a relocated and expanded Science Lab and a Digital Technologies learning space. The Early Learning Centre redevelopment will provide enhanced indoor spaces and outdoor play areas for early learners.	Academic facilities Junior Years use New Palm House for Prep to Year 2 with an adventure playground and oval spaces; Years 3 to 6 learn in Bickersteth and Shinkfield buildings with classrooms supported by modern technology. Senior Years: Years 7 and 8 are educated in the Pentreath Building, designed for flexible learning. Years 9 to 12 have access to excellent facilities, technology and specialist teachers. The Big Quad has been redeveloped to include the Year 12 College, providing quiet spaces for independent study with breakout rooms.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities The Quest is Annesley's signature experiential learning initiative. World Peace Game and Work Related Skills are part of the programs beyond the classroom. Co-curricular activities are offered. Budding Lunch is part of the school's program.	Extra curricular facilities Memorial Hall is the space for musters, assemblies, music and drama performances and workshops. The School Chapel is the spiritual centrepiece of the college and hosts services on most days. The Outdoor Education Campus at Finniss offers adventure and aquatic activities. The grounds include seven ovals, a hockey pitch and 10 tennis courts for extracurricular sport.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History The school began in 1902 as a day and boarding school for girls from Kindergarten to Year 12, and was first known as Methodist Ladies College, consisting of 19 students. In 1904 it moved to Rose Terrace, Wayville, adjacent to Greenhill Road. In 1977 the College was renamed Annesley College following the amalgamation of the Methodist, Presbyterian and Congregational Churches. Annesley was named after Susanna Annesley, mother of Methodist Church founder John Wesley. In 2012 Annesley began a new chapter as Annesley Junior School, a co-educational school for students from two years of age through to Year 6.	History Founded in 1847 as the Anglican Church of Australia Collegiate School of St Peter, Sancti Petri Schola Collegiata (SPSC). Opening on 15 July 1847 with 11 students and one teacher behind Holy Trinity Church on North Terrace. Augustus Short, the first Anglican Bishop of Adelaide, helped establish the school with a £2,000 endowment from the Society for Promoting Christian Knowledge and arranged land on the present Hackney Road site. By 1850, 120 students were housed in the Big School Room, believed to be Australia's oldest classroom in constant use. The school's Anglican heritage continues under the trading name The Anglican Church of Australia Collegiate School of Saint Peter, today known as St Peter's College; notable alumni include three Nobel Laureates, 10 Australian premiers, 42 Rhodes Scholars and an Australian of the Year.
Community	Community Annesley Junior School has an active Old Scholars Association (OSA) representing multiple generations of former students from Methodist Ladies College and Annesley College, established in 1905. The OSA organizes reunions and social events, maintains contact with alumni and offers school tours for Old Scholars and coffee mornings with the Principal. Milestone reunions (e.g., 20-year, 40-year, and 50-year reunions) are held, and regional alumni networks such as Victorian Alumni plan social gatherings. The school keeps the community informed through OSA newsletters and events.	Community St Peter's College describes itself as a flourishing community that partners with families, alumni and friends to create an exceptional learning environment. Active groups include Friends of Saints (Junior and Senior School) and Friends of Music; the Mission Guild, established in 1923, raises funds for charities and runs the Recycled Uniform Shop; and the Dutton Society reconnects past parents to maintain engagement. The St Peter's College Foundation supports benefaction to sustain the School, and the Old Scholars network (SPOC) connects more than 11,000 alumni with the School through reunions and events. Mentoring and Careers Advice is provided by the CEO-in-Residence program, and Careers Evening brings professionals and volunteers to the School.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association The Annesley Parents' Association (APA) provides an invaluable social and support network to all Annesley families. Parent Event Teams fundraise to support nominated projects, providing events, facilities and resources that would not otherwise be available to the school. A planning meeting is held at the beginning of the year to plan key events for the parent community, and Parent Event Teams are gathered for each event to support implementation and create belonging. Class Representatives organize class-level social events, distribute class contact details and facilitate connections; Buddy Families connect new families with existing ones to help them settle into the community. For fundraising and sponsorship opportunities, the APA directs families to the APA Events page and can be contacted via apa@annesley.sa.edu.au.	Parent teacher association St Peter's College has active parent and interest groups that promote fellowship, build community and raise funds for school and charity projects. Friends of Saints and Friends of Music support families and staff and promote participation in the music program. Mission Guild, established in 1923, raises funds for charities and runs the Recycled Uniform Shop. The Dutton Society reconnects past parents to sustain engagement with the School. The Foundation supports benefaction and ongoing fundraising. Old Scholars (SPOC) connects more than 11,000 alumni through reunions and events; mentoring and careers activities include the CEO-in-Residence program and Careers Evening.
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school offers a co-curricular program that enables students to explore interests, develop new skills, and build confidence. These experiences nurture passions and strengths in a supportive environment and foster teamwork and resilience. They support lifelong learning and empower students to Dare to Become inside and outside the classroom.	Academic & intellectual St Peter's College offers an extensive range of co-curricular clubs and societies that support academic curiosity and critical thinking. Students can engage in FPS, Mooting, Public Speaking, Maths@Saints, Mind Lab and Science@Saints, among other activities. Junior and Senior School clubs also include Chess Club, Book Club and additional debate-related activities, building skills in analysis, argument and collaboration. These opportunities extend learning beyond the classroom and promote intellectual growth through competition, research and teamwork.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The Performing Arts program includes Choir, School Band, Public Speaking, and Poetry Recital Group. Instrumental Music Lessons are provided by Hallmark Music Studio during the school day. Dance is offered through Bloom & Bounce for different age groups, with sessions in the Performing Arts Studio. The program is delivered through a mix of school staff and external providers onsite.	Arts & creative Music is central to the co-curricular program, with an extensive ensemble program that includes orchestras, string orchestras, choirs, concert bands, big bands, rock bands and other ensembles. More than 20 ensembles and choirs rehearse weekly, and around 500 students take private lessons, with opportunities to perform in concerts and undertake interstate and overseas tours. Drama provides performances across classical, musical and contemporary genres, with auditions for senior plays and junior productions and a drama curriculum in Middle Years. Visual Arts features an Artist-in-Residence program, Art Club, Digital Art Society and ARC, with SALA exhibitions and school displays.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language Mandarin, Italian, and French are offered through the co-curricular program. French Classes are run through Alliance Française d'Adelaide, while Mandarin and Italian are delivered by School of Languages. Classes run on Wednesdays after school for 10 weeks. Locations and providers vary by language class.	Cultural & language Language and culture are supported by Chinese Society, French Society and German Society. These groups promote language practice, cultural activities and cross-cultural understanding. The school also offers a broader program of clubs and a global perspective through its co-curricular offerings.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies Chess Mates runs after school for Reception to Year 6, with registration managed by the provider. Coding After School (Code Camp) is offered for Years 2–6 on Mondays after school. Dance and other recreational activities are available through external providers, and there are additional hobby and social clubs as part of the program. These activities foster social interaction, teamwork, and personal interests outside standard classrooms.	Social & hobbies A wide array of clubs and societies support social interests and hobbies beyond academics. Examples include Art Club, Book Club, Chess Club, DJ Society, League of Legends Society, Gardening Club, Nature Club and Pride@Saints, among others. The clubs promote creativity, collaboration and belonging across the school.
Community & service	Community & service External Service Providers offer on-site co-curricular opportunities. The Community section includes volunteering and connections with Old Scholars and Parents & Friends. World Peace Game is part of Programs & Initiatives and encourages student engagement with global issues and collaborative problem solving. The school supports community involvement and social responsibility through these experiences.	Community & service The Service Learning Program emphasizes relational and life-transforming activities that benefit the wider community. Service learning begins in the Early Years and continues through Senior Years, with Year levels starting in Years 8 and 9, and seniors completing a minimum of 20 hours. Opportunities include Vailima Garden Retirement Community visits, Sony Foundation Holiday Camp, Buddy Up Respite Program, and House Service with partner organisations.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The Quest program integrates extensive camp experiences and sequential outdoor education across the Primary years. Work Related Skills develops practical professional skills through dedicated programming. Public speaking and leadership-focused activities are available through the Performing Arts and co-curricular offerings. Students are encouraged to take initiative and collaborate in team-based activities as part of the co-curricular program.	Leadership & professional Leadership development is embedded in school life through the House system and Mentor program, which foster belonging, mentorship and leadership opportunities. The wellbeing and pastoral care program supports goal setting and progress in academic and co-curricular endeavours through mentors across year levels. Student leadership is cultivated through clubs, service and peer mentoring as part of the school's pastoral framework.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing Sports include Netball, Basketball, Cricket, Soccer, Auskick, and Volleyball. In-school co-curricular activities run after school on Thursdays from 3:45pm to 4:45pm for five weeks per term. Sports information is shared with families for each season via School Stream. The facilities, including an indoor gym and outdoor multi-purpose courts, support active living and wellbeing.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Wellbeing education is central to school life, with a wellbeing framework inspired by Martin Seligman and including skills for relationships, positive emotions and resilience, mindfulness and healthy lifestyles. The school prioritises physical fitness through extensive sport and athletic development programs such as strength and conditioning, rehabilitation, sport-specific testing, Speed@Saints and Running Club. Outdoor Education builds character and resilience through multi-day expeditions, and the Exploring Society offers weekend outdoor activities, with wellbeing and pastoral care embedded in school life.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision French is taught as a second language through regular specialist French lessons as part of the IB Primary Years Program. Mandarin and Italian are offered as co-curricular language classes delivered by external providers (School of Languages). French classes are offered through Alliance Française d'Adelaide. Participation is optional and registration is managed directly with the providers.	Language provision The school teaches Chinese, Chinese Language and Literature (background speakers), French, and English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D). In Year 9, additional options include Chinese Language and Literature, Chinese, Chinese Continuers (Accelerated Stage 1), French, French Continuers (Accelerated Stage 1), and German Continuers (Accelerated Stage 1). In Year 12, language offerings include Chinese (background), Chinese, French, German (Continuers), and Spanish (Beginners).
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Immersion programs	Immersion programs —	Immersion programs The school has an English-language immersion in the Early Years. Boys learn the English language in an immersive and playful environment, with a culturally diverse community and staff who speak a number of languages.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Annesley Junior School is a co-educational ELC–Year 6 school with mid-fee pricing. It is an International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme World School. English and Mathematics are explicitly taught, alongside transdisciplinary inquiries and a broad specialist program. Through embedded entrepreneurial and experiential learning opportunities, students gain the knowledge, skills and attributes needed for today and the future. Applications can be submitted at any time for any year level from ELC to Year 6. The enrolment process begins with booking a personalised school tour, and families can apply using the Application For Admission (Apply Now) link. For enquiries contact School Enrolments via enrolments@annesley.sa.edu.au or on 8422 2211.	Admissions 1. Step 1: Application. Complete the application form for Early Years or Prep–Year 12. You will receive a letter confirming your son's application for admission. Families are encouraged to speak with the Enrolments Team to learn about any waiting lists for enrolment. 2. Step 2: Offers. Offers are made in March, two years prior to entry. Where possible, late enrolments are offered throughout the year. The main entry points are Early Years, Reception and Year 5, Years 7 and 8, and Year 10. 3. Step 3: Acceptance. At the time of offer, complete a contractually binding acceptance form and return it to the Enrolments Office by the designated date with the non-refundable enrolment fee. Once enrolment is confirmed, the School works in partnership with families to ensure a smooth and happy transition into the School.
Scholarships	Scholarships —	Scholarships St Peter's College offers four types of scholarships: Academic, Boarding, General Excellence and Specialist Instrument. Scholarships provide fee remission and are subject to financial means testing. Boarding Scholarships are for students entering in Years 7–11 and provide remission of boarding fees and, in some cases, tuition fees; applications are open and close Friday 6 March 2026. General Excellence Scholarships are for students entering Years 9–11 and provide remission of tuition and, in some cases, boarding fees; applications for 2027 entry are open and close Friday 6 March 2026. Academic Scholarships are for current and prospective students entering Years 5 and 7; applicants sit the ACER Scholarship Examination and applications for 2026 and 2027 are closed. The Specialist Instrument Program, to be introduced in 2026, funds instrument tuition as a scholarship and is open to current students in Years 5–10 who are not already learning Tuba, Oboe or Bassoon; the first round of auditions is in Term 1, 2026. Enquiries about scholarships can be made via the form on the Scholarships page, and the Enrolments Team will follow up.
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Waiting lists exist for enrolment. The Enrolments Team can advise you of any waiting lists for enrolment.
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