Cranbrook School vs The King's School

	C Cranbrook School Sydney, Australia	T The King's School Sydney, Australia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year A$1,226 - 110,190	Fees / year A$5,300 - 49,980
Age range	Age range 3 - 18 years	Age range 4 - 18 years
Type	Type Co-educational, Boys School (boarding)	Type Boys School, Boys School (boarding), Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (MYP), IB (DP), Australian Curriculum	Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (DP), Australian Curriculum
Pupils	Pupils 1,680	Pupils 2,157
Typical class size	Typical class size 20	Typical class size 9
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1918	Opened 1831
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location The Cranbrook School site is located at 5 Victoria Road, Bellevue Hill, NSW 2023, Australia. It is in the eastern suburbs of Sydney and overlooks Sydney Harbour, about 4km from central Sydney.	Location The King's School is located at 87-129 Pennant Hills Road, North Parramatta, NSW 2151, Australia. The main Parramatta campus serves Pre-K to Year 12, and the Preparatory School is set within 320 acres of native Australian bushland. Tudor House is the Southern Highlands campus catering for girls and boys.
Stages	Stages Pre-School to Year 12	Stages Pre-K to Year 12
School type	School type Anglican independent day and boarding school	School type Independent school; specialists in boys' education; boarding is central to School life.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support Learning Enrichment and Support provides educational support, with specialist teacher assessment reports to diagnose specific learning difficulties and recommendations for appropriate access arrangements during examinations.	Additional learning support —
Country affiliation	Country affiliation —	Country affiliation Australia
Religious affiliation	Religious affiliation Anglican	Religious affiliation Christian
School day structure	School day structure Core school hours are 8:15am to 3:20pm, with before- and after-school activities available.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Cranbrook offers subsidised private bus services in term time, operated by North Sydney Bus Charters. There are three routes: North Shore (to Seaforth via North Sydney, Cremorne and Mosman), Inner West (to Woolwich via Pyrmont, Annandale, Balmain and Drummoyne), and Eastern Suburbs (to Maroubra via Bondi, Clovelly, Randwick and Coogee). Bus passes must be purchased in advance; for enquiries email bus@cranbrook.nsw.edu.au.	Bus service details King's operates 13 daily and two weekly bus services. Pick-up and drop-off occur at the School turning circle for Prep and Senior campuses. The services have fixed timetables and routes, with fixed cost per term, and use fully air-conditioned buses with a regular driver. Public transport options are available, and a School Opal card can be used for non-King's buses or trains.
Fees	Fees
Fee details	Fee details Tuition fees (K–12) — Domestic students - Tuition is billed in three equal instalments per year (charged in advance). Per-instalment and per-annum amounts are: - Kindergarten: AUD 11,842 per instalment / AUD 35,526 per annum. - Years 1–2: AUD 12,595 per instalment / AUD 37,785 per annum. - Years 3–4: AUD 13,942 per instalment / AUD 41,826 per annum. - Years 5–6: AUD 14,412 per instalment / AUD 43,236 per annum. - Years 7–10: AUD 16,826 per instalment / AUD 50,478 per annum. - Years 11–12: AUD 17,490 per instalment / AUD 52,470 per annum. Tuition fees (K–12) — International students - International tuition is higher. Per-instalment and per-annum amounts are: - Kindergarten: AUD 14,557 per instalment / AUD 43,671 per annum. - Years 1–2: AUD 15,310 per instalment / AUD 45,930 per annum. - Years 3–4: AUD 16,657 per instalment / AUD 49,971 per annum. - Years 5–6: AUD 17,127 per instalment / AUD 51,381 per annum. - Years 7–10: AUD 20,532 per instalment / AUD 61,596 per annum. - Years 11–12: AUD 21,196 per instalment / AUD 63,588 per annum. Boarding fees (Years 7–12) - Boarding fees are charged in addition to Tuition Fees. Per-instalment and per-annum amounts (Domestic and International boarders): - Years 7–12: AUD 15,534 per instalment / AUD 46,602 per annum. - Boarding fees are inclusive of GST for food where applicable. Billing schedule and payment terms - Tuition and boarding fees are charged in advance in three equal instalments, invoiced at the beginning of Terms 1, 2 and 3. Two additional fee statements are issued at the beginning and end of Term 4 to capture incidental expenses incurred during Terms 3 and 4. - Fees are shown and billed only in Australian Dollars (AUD). - Fees are due and payable within 30 days from the date of issue of the fee statement. - Fees not paid by the due date (unless another agreement is documented) incur an administrative charge of AUD 250 per account; failure to pay by the due date may result in exclusion from classes/activities or termination of enrolment. Application, enrolment and deposit fees - Application Fee (K–12 and Pre‑School): non‑refundable AUD 440 (including GST) payable when a student is registered for possible future enrolment. - Enrolment Fee (K–12): non‑refundable AUD 7,500 payable when a place is formally offered and accepted. - Pre‑School Deposit: a deposit of AUD 3,000 is payable when a place at St Mark's or St Michael's Pre‑School is offered and accepted; this deposit is refundable after the child leaves the Pre‑School provided required notice has been given and all accounts are paid. St Mark's and St Michael's Pre‑School fees (2026 schedules) - Fee Schedule A (including NSW Government Start Strong fee relief, per instalment / per annum): - 5 days: AUD 7,898 / AUD 23,693. - 3 days: AUD 4,265 / AUD 12,794. - 2 days: AUD 2,805 / AUD 8,415. - Fee Schedule B (excluding the Government fee relief, per instalment / per annum): - 5 days: AUD 9,086 / AUD 27,258. - 3 days: AUD 5,453 / AUD 16,359. - 2 days: AUD 3,637 / AUD 10,911. - Fee Schedule C (equity program including fee relief, per instalment / per annum): - 5 days: AUD 6,597 / AUD 19,791. - 3 days: AUD 2,964 / AUD 8,892. - 2 days: AUD 409 / AUD 1,226. - Fee Schedule D (equity program excluding fee relief, per instalment / per annum): - 5 days: AUD 8,082 / AUD 24,247. - 3 days: AUD 4,449 / AUD 13,348. - 2 days: AUD 1,449 / AUD 4,346. Other costs and optional charges - Additional charges apply for optional subject tuition (for example, private instrument lessons), excursions, and other activities outside the normal school program; GST may be applied where exemptions do not apply. - A tax‑deductible Building Fund donation of AUD 200 per instalment is included in the fee statements; payment of this donation is voluntary. - Credit card surcharges apply for fees paid by credit card. - Administrative late payment charge is AUD 250 per account for overdue fees. Refund information - The Application Fee (AUD 440) and the K–12 Enrolment Fee (AUD 7,500) are non‑refundable. - The Pre‑School deposit of AUD 3,000 is refundable after the child leaves the Pre‑School provided required notice has been given and all accounts are paid. - Other refunds (for example where fees are prepaid and an enrolment does not proceed) are governed by the School's enrolment and fee conditions. Late or unpaid accounts may attract administrative charges and other consequences as noted above. Fee payment options - Fees are payable by BPAY or online by credit card. - Credit card surcharges apply for payments by credit card. - All billing and invoicing is in AUD.	Fee details Application and enrolment fees - Registration fee: AUD 300 per student (non-refundable). - Student Enrolment fee: AUD 5,000 per student (non-refundable and non-transferable), payable at the time of enrolment. Tuition fees (day students) — amounts shown as Yearly / 10 monthly instalments / Termly (Terms 1–4 unless noted) - Pre-Kindergarten: AUD 30,980 / AUD 3,098 / AUD 7,745. - Kindergarten: AUD 30,980 / AUD 3,098 / AUD 7,745. - Year 1: AUD 32,460 / AUD 3,246 / AUD 8,115. - Year 2: AUD 32,460 / AUD 3,246 / AUD 8,115. - Year 3: AUD 35,980 / AUD 3,598 / AUD 8,995. - Year 4: AUD 35,980 / AUD 3,598 / AUD 8,995. - Year 5: AUD 42,440 / AUD 4,244 / AUD 10,610. - Year 6: AUD 42,440 / AUD 4,244 / AUD 10,610. - Year 7: AUD 46,640 / AUD 4,664 / AUD 11,660. - Year 8: AUD 46,640 / AUD 4,664 / AUD 11,660. - Year 9: AUD 47,180 / AUD 4,718 / AUD 11,795. - Year 10: AUD 47,180 / AUD 4,718 / AUD 11,795. - Year 11: AUD 49,980 / AUD 4,998 / AUD 12,495. - Year 12: AUD 49,980 / AUD 4,998 / AUD 16,660 (Year 12 tuition is billed over three terms: Term 1, Term 2 and Term 3). Boarding fees — amounts shown as Yearly / 10 monthly instalments / Termly - Year 7: AUD 35,840 / AUD 3,584 / AUD 8,960. - Year 8: AUD 35,840 / AUD 3,584 / AUD 8,960. - Year 9: AUD 39,200 / AUD 3,920 / AUD 9,800. - Year 10: AUD 39,200 / AUD 3,920 / AUD 9,800. - Year 11: AUD 40,080 / AUD 4,008 / AUD 10,020. - Year 12: AUD 38,370 / AUD 3,837 / AUD 12,790 (Year 12 boarding fees are billed over three terms: Term 1, Term 2 and Term 3). Additional and recurring costs - Digital textbooks (Box of Books): Years 7–10: AUD 294 per year (including GST), billed at the beginning of Term 1; Years 11–12 depend on subject choices and are billed at the beginning of Term 2 where applicable. - Technology fee (Laptop Program): Years 7–10: AUD 461 per term / AUD 1,844 per year. Devices must be purchased through the School's portal; optional insurance available for an additional fee. - VET subject charges (Years 11–12): charged separately depending on subject; may attract government rebates. - Day-boy lunch option: Years 7–11: AUD 600 per term / AUD 2,400 per year; Year 12: AUD 600 per term / AUD 1,800 per year. Pre-K to Year 6 may order and pay for lunch via portal. - Camps, excursions and subject-related charges: camps (Years 5–6 and other compulsory camps) and excursions are charged separately; parents are advised of final costs and these are typically included on term invoices. - Music and other co-curricular activities: charged separately as advised for each activity. - Bus services (King's-operated): AUD 529 per term (Kindergarten–Year 12). - Uniform initial cost (full regulation uniform including sports uniform): approximately AUD 2,150. - Cadet Corps uniform (approximate initial cost): AUD 375 (Year 8). - Occasional boarding (up to three nights per week): AUD 180 per day. - Excursion and Amenities Levy for Pre-K to Year 6: charged in the first invoice of the school year; does not cover overnight camps. - Sibling discounts: Tuition fees: 10% concession for younger brother(s); Boarding fees: 15% concession for second boarder and 30% for third and subsequent boarders. Sibling concessions do not apply to a child holding a Scholarship or other remission. Billing schedule and payment terms - Termly payment: fees are due and payable in full two weeks prior to the first day of each term. - Direct debit instalments: eligible parents may apply to pay by regular direct debit instalments; eligibility requires accounts to be up to date. Ten monthly direct debit billing runs February–November. - Invoicing: the School issues invoices for termly payments; all fees are shown and billed in Australian dollars (AUD) only. The School does not accept cash for fee payments. - Late payment: a default charge of AUD 250 per term applies to fees not paid within 21 days of rendering the account. Students with outstanding fees may be prevented from commencing a new term or participating in discretionary activities. - Withdrawal notice: at least one full term's written notice is required to terminate enrolment. If the required notice is not given, a term's fees (tuition and boarding where applicable) are immediately payable. Refunds and fee changes - Refund policy: payments made to the School are not refundable. - Fee variation: the School may change fees and charges from time to time, generally providing parents one term's notice of any variation. Accepted payment methods and options - Accepted payment channels: online payments via the School's payment portal / QuickWeb and via direct debit. Credit card payments (MasterCard, Visa or American Express) attract a surcharge based on the fee charged to the School (a stated example surcharge is 1.3% where applicable). BPAY payments do not attract an additional charge. The School accepts payments in AUD only. - Extended payment options: the School offers an extended payment facility in partnership with Edstart to spread payments over a longer period; applications are made via Edstart. Notes on inclusions and GST - Tuition fees generally include the majority of academic, extra- and co-curricular activities; separate charges apply for items such as technology, textbooks, stationery, excursions, camps and certain VET subjects. GST is generally not applied to educational tuition but may apply to specific goods and services (for example, the food component of boarding fees).
Diving deeper	Diving deeper
Boarding arrangements	Boarding arrangements The school has two Boarding Houses, Rawson and Street, which together care for approximately 75 students from Year 7 to Year 12. Boarders live in secure, modern accommodation in Street House and Rawson House, with Boarding Heads of Houses on site who live with their families and are supported by three resident staff. Boarding has been provided on campus since 1918.	Boarding arrangements Boarding is the heart of The King's School. Boarders live on campus across purpose-built houses. Five boarding houses are available at the Parramatta campus for Years 7–12: Baker Hake, Bishop Barker Harris, Broughton Forrest, Gowan Brae (Year 7) and Macarthur Waddy; Medley House (Years 3–6) is the Southern Highlands boarding house. The school offers Full Boarding, Casual Boarding (subject to availability) and International Boarding. Tudor House provides primary boarding for Years 3–6, supporting a transition to Year 7; boarders join Gowan Brae in Year 7 and move to senior boarding houses in Year 8.
Uniform requirement	Uniform requirement Uniform guidelines specify a formal Cranbrook uniform for Years 3–12, including charcoal grey trousers/shorts/skirt, a Cranbrook blazer for formal events, a Cranbrook tie, and plain black leather shoes. Shirts are light blue for Kindergarten–Year 10 and white for Years 11–12; navy socks with a white and red stripe are worn with the uniform. Sportswear must not be worn with the academic uniform, and hair and makeup guidelines apply.	Uniform requirement The uniform is worn year-round and is referred to as Number 1 Uniform and Half Blues. The Number 1 uniform comprises Uniform Grey Coat, white shirt, black tie, navy trousers, black belt, black socks, and black lace-up leather shoes, with a navy jumper worn in Terms 2 and 3 and on cooler days. A navy cap or bucket hat is worn for sun protection. A prescriptive Crest bag and sports bag are required. The PE/Sport Uniform consists of a navy crested polo top, navy crested shorts, navy crested track jacket and track pants, with white socks and trainers; separate sport uniforms apply for each sport. Hair should be neatly groomed; jewellery is limited; there is no Summer/Winter uniform.
Food options	Food options The Cranbrook Tuck Shop is open every school day and is run by Chartwells; Junior School lunches are ordered and delivered to classrooms, while Senior School the Hive is open at breakfast, recess and lunch. The menu includes pasta, salads, soup, sushi, gourmet sandwiches, wraps, baguettes and burgers.	Food options The King's School provides on-campus dining facilities as part of campus life, including on-site dining as depicted in the Boarding section of the site.
House system	House system There are 14 Houses in Cranbrook's House system, designed to provide individualized care and opportunities for inter-age mentoring. Each pupil belongs to a House and a House Mentor group of about twenty; houses are vertically structured to foster interaction, buddying and inter-house activities and competitions.	House system Boarding houses at the Parramatta campus for Years 7–12 are Baker Hake, Bishop Barker Harris, Broughton Forrest, Gowan Brae (Year 7) and Macarthur Waddy. Medley House is the Southern Highlands boarding house for Years 3–6. Tudor House provides primary boarding for Years 3–6; boarders transition from Tudor House to Gowan Brae in Year 7 and to senior boarding houses from Year 8.
Governance and ownership	Governance and ownership Cranbrook School is an Anglican independent multi-campus day and boarding school founded in 1918. It is governed by the Cranbrook School Council; The Cranbrook Foundation is a company limited by guarantee (founded 1974) administered by a Board of Directors to provide financial and other support.	Governance and ownership The King's School is governed by the Council of The King's School, with the Archbishop of Sydney serving as President. The majority of Council members are appointed by the Anglican Church Diocese of Sydney, and some Council members are appointed by the Old Boys' Union. The School Executive provides overarching governance across the Senior School, Preparatory School and Tudor House.
Academics	Academics
Curriculum details	Curriculum details The school is an IB Continuum School and offers the International Baccalaureate across the Senior School. Years 7–10 are taught using the NSW curriculum through the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP), with a common curriculum in Years 7–8 and language study across two languages chosen from French, Latin and Mandarin. The Years 7 and 8 programs cover English, Mathematics, Science, PDHPE, History, Geography, Music, Visual Arts, Drama, Design and Technology, Religious Studies, and two languages. In Years 9–10 students add two electives to the common curriculum while continuing core subjects and a continuing language. In Years 11–12 students choose between the IB Diploma Programme and the Higher School Certificate (HSC), with the HSC requiring English plus a range of other subjects and the IB Diploma Programme structured around six subject groups plus core components such as Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay and CAS. The school also runs a Gifted & High Potential Programme delivered through the Honours Curriculum for Years 7–10, using in‑class differentiation, acceleration and enrichment, with mathematics acceleration, English enrichment and opportunities for external competitions and seminar‑style learning.	Curriculum details The Preparatory School uses the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB PYP) to deliver the NSW curriculum with a global emphasis. Learning unfolds through six Units of Inquiry that integrate Science, History and Geography, the Arts, Mandarin and Physical Education in authentic contexts. Specialist classes include Music, Visual Arts, Woodwork, Physical Education, Biblical Studies, Mandarin and STEM. Educational Support Services provide targeted assistance, and the Enrichment & Extension Program supports gifted and talented students through one-on-one or small-group instruction, with opportunities to engage in external competitions such as the da Vinci Decathlon, Maths Challenge, Maths Olympiad and Write a Book in a Day. The program emphasizes inquiry-based learning, character development and a holistic approach to education.
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Higher education progression	Higher education progression —	Higher education progression The King's School supports graduates into universities and tertiary institutions in Australia and abroad through Global Tertiary Pathways, with high academic results guiding entry to commendable universities. The school hosts SAT testing as an accredited international test centre and offers the SAT Suite (PSAT8/9, PSAT10, PSAT/NMSQT) and Advanced Placement (AP) exams as part of its higher-education pathway, with registration and testing coordinated through the US College Board. Cambridge and Oxford admissions tests information is also provided for select courses.
Gifted and talented	Gifted and talented Gifted & High Potential Programme is delivered through the Honours Curriculum for Years 7–10, with in‑class differentiation, acceleration and enrichment. Identification uses standardised tests, psychometric assessments, parent and teacher nominations and interviews; opportunities include Mathematics acceleration, English enrichment, external competitions such as Olympiads and Da Vinci Decathlon, and term seminars on topics such as Introduction to Psychology, Defining Fascism, The Mini‑MBA and The Philosophy of Science.	Gifted and talented Gifted and talented students are supported through the Enrichment & Extension Program, with a specialised Extension and Enrichment teacher delivering differentiated instruction and rigorous challenges; identified students may participate in external competitions such as the da Vinci Decathlon, Maths Challenge, Maths Olympiad and Write a Book in a Day.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning The school has a Student Wellbeing Framework that helps students grow to be physically, mentally and emotionally fit and healthy. The Cranbrook Student Wellbeing Programme runs fortnightly and promotes connection, interaction and communication between students and their House Mentor on issues facing young people, with an emphasis on diversity, perspective and empathy to develop emotional maturity and a sense of community. Pastoral care is delivered through the House system, and every teacher and staff member is part of a school-wide team devoted to the individual wellbeing of students; pastoral care is integrated and essential.	Social & emotional learning King's fosters a warm, inclusive community where students feel supported and connected to peers, staff and families. The King's Community is a diverse network including boarders, parents and Old Boys, creating social and emotional support and belonging. Boarding is central to school life and helps students develop independence, resilience and lasting friendships. The school emphasizes staying connected with families through events and participation in drama, arts and sport, reinforcing a sense of belonging across the King's community.
Special educational needs (SEN)	Special educational needs (SEN) Learning Enrichment and Support identifies students who require more help with the curriculum, providing long-term or temporary educational support as needed. The department administers specialist teacher assessment reports to diagnose specific learning difficulties and to provide recommendations for appropriate access arrangements during examinations.	Special educational needs (SEN) The School is committed to meeting the individual learning and other needs of its students, including students with disabilities. Enrollment will only proceed if the School can meet the student's needs with reasonable adjustments; it may refuse enrollment if it cannot meet needs, or if adjustments would impose unjustifiable hardship. The School may review enrolment from time to time and may cancel enrollment if it can no longer meet the student's needs, even with adjustments. Sons of Old Boys have priority entry, subject to meeting the academic and co-curricular requirements.
English as an additional language	English as an additional language The school assesses Overseas Students' English language proficiency and educational qualifications during the recruitment process and before enrolment. It uses the Australian Education Assessment Services English Language Proficiency Test to determine whether the minimum English proficiency required for the course is met, and it reviews educational qualifications using certificates, home-country school reports, and other relevant documentation to address any additional needs (medical, psychological or social/emotional).	English as an additional language The King's School supports international students with English language considerations. International students must meet English language proficiency requirements; for Tudor House Years 3-6, simple spoken and written English is expected; for Years 7-11 AEAS testing is required with benchmarks (Year 7 AEAS 70%, Years 8-9 75%, Year 10 80%, Year 11 85%). The school conducts orientation for new international students, and publishes international student handbooks and policies; ESOS framework governs international student matters.
Mental wellbeing	Mental wellbeing The Wellbeing programme supports physical, mental and emotional health; the student wellbeing framework is embedded in teaching and pastoral care. The Cranbrook Student Wellbeing Programme is fortnightly and promotes connection between students and their House Mentors, addressing current issues and developing emotional maturity and community belonging. School counsellors work closely with Heads of Houses and tutors as part of a whole-school approach to individual wellbeing.	Mental wellbeing Pastoral Care assists students to develop a sense of belonging and promotes their wellbeing. The King's Community fosters belonging and supportive engagement across boarders, parents and staff. Boarding is central to school life, helping students develop independence and resilience and form lifelong friendships.
Safeguarding	Safeguarding The Policies include a Child Protection Policy and a Child Safety Commitment Statement.	Safeguarding The King's School is committed to a child safe culture in which the safety, wellbeing and participation of students are paramount. Safeguarding the interests, dignity and rights of students is achieved through NSW Child Safe Standards. The School has zero tolerance for child abuse.
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Facilities	Facilities
Facilities overview	Facilities overview Cranbrook Senior School campus on Victoria Road, Bellevue Hill overlooks Sydney Harbour and offers facilities to support academic, sporting and co-curricular interests. The Murray Rose Aquatic & Fitness Centre provides an 8-lane 50-metre pool that can be divided into two 25-metre pools for swimming and water polo, a Learn to Swim pool, a grandstand, electronic timing, a colour scoreboard, Olympic racing blocks and a multipurpose court for basketball, futsal and cricket. The Vicars Centenary Building houses flexible classroom spaces designed to encourage collaboration, including dedicated Year 12 College and Year 11 College spaces. The Packer Theatre is a 267-seat venue for drama, dance and music performances, while Centenary Hall is a 1600-seat assembly space that can be reconfigured for sports or concerts. The dining commons and chapel complete the campus facilities, with Orchestral Room and Perkins Building supporting music and the Hordern Oval providing outdoor sports space. The Junior School campus at Rose Bay offers four tennis courts, two fields, a double basketball gym, private music rooms, art studios and an iCentre, with access to the Murray Rose Aquatic & Fitness Centre at the Senior School.	Facilities overview King's offers nearly 480 acres of space for students to explore, live and grow. It features extensive outdoor spaces and a wide range of sporting facilities, including 17 ovals and playing fields and multiple tennis courts and cricket nets. The school supports learning with immersive centres for learning, science, performing arts, music and design, plus a fully-equipped Music Centre, a 350-seat King's Theatre and a Drama Centre. Boarding houses, dining facilities and other campus spaces contribute to a holistic school environment. The King's School combines extensive space with purpose-built teaching and learning spaces to foster curiosity and collaboration.
Sports facilities	Sports facilities Sport is supported by the Murray Rose Aquatic & Fitness Centre's 50-metre pool (configurable to two 25-metre pools for swimming and water polo), an 18-by-10-metre Learn to Swim pool, a grandstand, electronic timing and a colour scoreboard, Olympic racing blocks and a multipurpose court for basketball, futsal and cricket, plus a weights centre. The Senior School also features Hordern Oval for on-field sport, cricket nets, sprint track and a cycling studio. Centenary Hall can be configured for basketball, volleyball or netball as needed, and the Vicars Centenary Building provides flexible teaching spaces that support on-site sport and performance activities.	Sports facilities Sport and physical activities are central to development, and King's offers an unrivalled range of facilities to meet every sporting requirement. The facilities include a fully-equipped Sports Centre with indoor basketball courts and weights room; a 50-metre competition-standard swimming pool and a 25-metre heated outdoor pool; 17 ovals and playing fields including the renowned JS White Oval; outdoor basketball courts; tennis courts; cricket nets; a rowing shed; and a large community Pavilion.
Academic facilities	Academic facilities The Vicars Centenary Building provides classroom spaces designed to encourage interconnected, flexible learning. Year 12 College and Year 11 College offer dedicated senior study spaces with extended hours and mentoring. The Vicars Centenary Building also houses The Dining Commons and The Chapel, while The Packer Theatre supports drama, music and performance. The Orchestral Room and Perkins Building support music instruction and performances, complemented by a range of learning spaces and breakout areas to facilitate collaboration. The campus design emphasizes spaces that promote collaboration, communication and active learning across academic and creative disciplines.	Academic facilities Teaching is central to King's. Immersive learning spaces and plentiful resources offer every opportunity to explore, inquire and develop. Centres for learning, science, performing arts, music and design support a range of informal and formal learning zones. A Science Centre and a Science Laboratory are part of the academic facilities, and music and performing spaces include a fully-equipped Music Centre, King's Theatre (350 seats) and a Drama Centre with a Black Box Theatre, Green Room, changing areas and storage facilities.
Extra curricular facilities	Extra curricular facilities Cranbrook offers Co-Curricular programs including Music, Drama and Additional Clubs at the Senior School, along with Year-Round, Summer and Winter Sport programs. The Murray Rose Aquatic & Fitness Centre supports Learn to Swim programmes and Cranbrook Aquatics Swim Club, along with Cranbrook Swim Squads.	Extra curricular facilities Music and performing have been integral to King's life since its inception in 1832 and remain central to student life. Boys participate in numerous musical programs and performances, sing in the Chapel and take part in drama productions and plays. To support these activities we provide an extensive range of music and performance facilities including a fully-equipped Music Centre, the King's Theatre (350 seats) and a Drama Centre with a Black Box Theatre, Green Room, changing areas and storage facilities. Sport plays a central role, with a fully-equipped Sports Centre, a 50-metre pool, 17 playing fields including JS White Oval, outdoor courts and a rowing shed.
Parent experience	Parent experience
History	History Cranbrook School was established on 22 July 1918 in Bellevue Hill on the shores of Sydney Harbour. It was created to be a school in the Anglican tradition with a mission to provide the best possible education for each child entrusted to its care. The founding occurred in the postwar period following the Great War, and Cranbrook has, through the efforts of its headmasters, council, teachers and supporters, maintained these ideas. With almost a century of tradition, Cranbrook is associated with acknowledging each child as an individual and providing a supportive and nurturing environment. Graduates leave with knowledge, skills and confidence to realise their full potential.	History The King's School has a heritage linked to the year 1831, reflected in the long-standing uniform tradition that connects generations of Kingsmen. The Braeside Shop, established February 1992, manages uniforms and related items under The King's School Foundation's umbrella. Profits from Braeside Shop go back to the School, supporting its programs. This foundation-supported structure underpins the School's ongoing operations.
Community	Community The Cranbrook School Parents' Association (CSPA) builds stronger, deeper connections between parents, students, the School and the wider Cranbrook community. All parents are automatically members and the Association provides a forum for discussion and participation, facilitating dialogue between the parent body, the Headmaster and School Council. The CSPA aims to promote Cranbrook's development, support the School and the Cranbrook Foundation, and foster an inclusive and caring parent community. Events include the reuse and recycle uniform sale, parent education presentations and cooking for the community, alongside social events for parents. At least four meetings are held each year, attended by a member of the School Council and the Head of School, and the President sits on the School Council.	Community Old Boys Union is part of The King's School community. The school offers Supporter Clubs across multiple sports, including basketball, cricket, football, rugby and tennis. A Clothing Pool provides second-hand uniforms for The King's School students.
Parent teacher association	Parent teacher association Cranbrook School Parents' Association (CSPA) is the body that fosters stronger, deeper connections between parents, students, the School and the wider Cranbrook community. It provides a forum for discussion and participation in School activities and facilitates dialogue between the parent body, the Headmaster and School Council. All parents are automatically members while they have a child at Cranbrook. Its aims include promoting and assisting the development of Cranbrook, supporting the School and the Cranbrook Foundation, and building bonds between parents and between parents and the School. It also provides opportunities for parents to meet socially. CSPA holds at least four evening meetings each year, attended by a member of the School Council and the Head of School, and the President sits on the School Council.	Parent teacher association —
Extra-curricular	Extra-curricular
Academic & intellectual	Academic & intellectual The school is an International Baccalaureate Continuum School. The Honours Curriculum is offered for highly motivated students in Years 7–10. A range of guest lectures by university academics and industry experts enriches study. The curriculum covers a broad selection of subjects to support advanced academic study.	Academic & intellectual The King's School has a long and respected record of academic excellence. Academic excellence is a core part of The King's School's education, with teaching and learning central to school life. The education emphasises developing minds and leadership within a Christian community.
Arts & creative	Arts & creative The school has music, drama and visual arts programs with ensembles, orchestras and rock bands. Co-Curricular activities include dance, drama and public speaking. Students explore creative pursuits through these programs.	Arts & creative Music and the performing arts are integral to life at King's. The school offers a fully-equipped Music Centre, King's Theatre (a 350-seat performance space) and a Drama Centre with a black box theatre, plus a Green Room and changing areas. Music and performance are supported through choirs, ensembles and school productions. The facilities also include storage facilities to support arts and performance.
Cultural & language	Cultural & language The school has language offerings including Chinese Continuers and French Continuers. As an IB Continuum School, language study is integrated within the curriculum. These languages are taught as part of the school's broad academic program.	Cultural & language French is taught as an additional language at Tudor House. Diversity and global citizenship are emphasised, with cross-cultural learning and international-mindedness being part of the curriculum. Tudor House is co-educational and focuses on global perspectives alongside English.
Social & hobbies	Social & hobbies The school has a wide range of co-curricular activities such as Debating, Chess, Drama and Public Speaking, as well as music ensembles and dance. Participation develops leadership, performance and decision-making. Students pursue interests beyond the classroom through these groups.	Social & hobbies Co-curricular opportunities span sport, music and the arts, with extensive after-school programs. Extra-curricular activities at Tudor House include Chess Club, Lego League, Dance, Debating and Snowsport, among others. Prep and other campuses offer after-school activities such as ICT, Mandarin and Robotics, and After School Care is available.
Community & service	Community & service The school has Cranbrook in the Field (CITF), a service and leadership development program within co-curricular. It provides opportunities for students to engage in service and develop leadership skills. CITF activities support meaningful community engagement.	Community & service Service Learning is a feature of The King's School's leadership development. The King's School leadership program includes House Leadership and School Monitors, the Cadet Corps, Boys to Men, the Duke of Edinburgh Award and Community Outreach.
Leadership & professional	Leadership & professional The school has leadership development opportunities through the Co-Curricular programme; participation aims to develop leadership, performance and decision-making.	Leadership & professional Leadership development is a central feature of King's education. The leadership program includes Service Learning, House Leadership, School Monitors, Cadet Corps, Boys to Men, the Duke of Edinburgh Award and Community Outreach. International experiences and seminars contribute to developing global thought leadership.
Lifestyle & wellbeing	Lifestyle & wellbeing The school has a strong sport program; it participates in CAS and offers Summer and Winter sport across multiple disciplines. A swimming program runs for Kindergarten to Year 6. A welfare framework includes counselling services and a house-based wellbeing structure to support students' physical and mental health.	Lifestyle & wellbeing Boarding is central to The King's School, with boarding life at the heart of School life, developing independence and resilience. The wellbeing of students is paramount and the school maintains a Christian community ethos with safeguarding provisions. The sporting program and facilities—including a 50-metre pool, a 25-metre pool, 17 ovals and a range of courts—support physical health and wellbeing. The school also emphasizes character and values consistent with a caring community.
Language provision	Language provision
Language provision	Language provision French is taught from Pre-School to Year 6 as part of Cranbrook's Primary Years Programme. In Early Learning, French is included in the curriculum with weekly visits from the Junior School French teachers. In Senior School, Cranbrook offers continuing language options in French, Latin and Mandarin, aligned with the NSW curriculum through the IB Middle Years Programme framework.	Language provision French is taught in Tudor House as a language in addition to English, delivered as a specialist class. Tudor House is an authorised International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) School, delivering inquiry-led, transdisciplinary learning. In Senior School, Educational Support Services provide English as a second language support and literacy consolidation.
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Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions Step 1 – Application. Begin with the online application by creating an account and submitting the form. You will provide essential information about your child and family. Cranbrook accepts entry at Pre-School, Kindergarten, Year 3, Year 7 and Year 11, with other grades considered only if vacancies exist. Step 2 – Visit the School. Attending an Open Day helps you learn about Cranbrook and meet key staff. Open Days offer an opportunity to ask questions and observe the school environment. A visit is a helpful precursor before progressing to assessments. Step 3 – Admissions Activities. Observations and assessments vary by entry point. Pre-School and Kindergarten involve your child participating in an observation session up to 12 months before commencement. Year 3 and Year 7 require an academic assessment up to 2.5 years before commencement. Year 11 involves assessments and interviews up to 12 months before entry. Step 4 – Interview. After observations and assessments, parents and/or applicants may be invited to an interview. Not all candidates will be invited to interview due to the number of applications. Step 5 – Offer. Applications are reviewed and enrolment decisions are made. You will be notified in writing if an offer is made or if the application is unsuccessful. Step 6 – Acceptance of Place. A place is secured when the enrolment documentation and the non-refundable enrolment fee or Pre-School deposit are paid. Step 7 – Welcome to Cranbrook. You will be notified of Orientation Days and other information regarding starting at Cranbrook in the term prior to commencement.	Admissions Step 1: Intake points and eligibility. The King's School has four intake years: Pre-Kindergarten, Kindergarten, Year 5 and Year 7. From time to time there may be vacancies in non-intake years, and the Admissions Office should be contacted to discuss availability. The 31 March cut‑off birth date applies to the intake year to determine the correct grade level. Step 2: Application and waitlist. Enrolment applications are placed on a waitlist and progress is subject to vacancies; not all applications progress to an interview or an offer of a place. The enrolment registration fee is AU$300 and is non-refundable. Step 3: Campus-specific intake timelines. The Preparatory School (Pre‑K to Year 6) is currently interviewing for entry in 2027 with limited placements for 2026; Tudor House (Pre‑K to Year 6) and Boarding from Years 3 to 6 are interviewing for 2026 and beyond; Senior School (Years 7 to 12) is currently interviewing for day and boarding entry in 2027 and beyond. Step 4: Scholarships and bursaries overview. Scholarships and bursaries are available for entry to Years 7 to 11; awards are governed by terms and conditions and may continue for the duration of enrolment. Some bursaries are means‑tested to assist with boarding costs. Applications for the 2027 Scholarships and Bursaries Program have closed; information for 2028 opens upon registration. Step 5: International applicants. To apply as an international student, complete the online registration and include supporting documents (e.g., last 2 years of school reports translated into English, birth certificate, passport, AEAS results where relevant, extra‑curricular certificates, medical notes). AAU$300 non-refundable registration fee is required. English language proficiency is required, with AEAS testing for Years 7–11 and specific minimum AEAS scores by year. The King's School operates under ESOS framework and provides orientation for new international students; the School does not use recruitment agents. For entry, international students may join from Tudor House (Years 3–6) or Senior School (Years 7–12), typically at the start of the academic year.
Scholarships	Scholarships Cranbrook School offers a selection of scholarships to recognise gifted and talented students and to provide pathways to benefit from Cranbrook's programs. Awards are based on the Cranbrook School Scholarship Examination (conducted by Academic Assessment Services), the submission of supporting materials, and an interview. Scholarships are available only to Australian citizens. Applications for 2027 Cranbrook Scholarships are now closed; 2028 scholarships will open later this year. The Old Cranbrookians' Association (OCA) Scholarship is also offered.	Scholarships Scholarships and bursaries are available for entry to Years 7 to 11; awards are governed by specific terms and conditions and may continue for the duration of enrolment, up to Year 12. Some bursaries are means-tested to assist with boarding costs. Applications for the 2027 Scholarships and Bursaries Program have now closed; to receive information about when the 2028 program opens please register.
Waitlist	Waitlist —	Waitlist Enrolment applications are placed on a waitlist and progressed subject to vacancies; not all applications progress to an interview or offer. The enrolment registration fee is AU$300 and is non-refundable.
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