Prince Alfred College vs St Peter's College Adelaide

	P Prince Alfred College Adelaide, Australia	S St Peter's College Adelaide Adelaide, Australia
Snapshot	Snapshot
Fees / year	Fees / year A$18,870 - 32,640	Fees / year A$2,700 - 32,910
Age range	Age range 2 - 18 years	Age range 3 - 18 years
Type	Type Boys School, Boys School (boarding), Co-educational	Type Boys School, Boys School (boarding)
Curriculum	Curriculum Australian Curriculum, IB (DP)	Curriculum Australian Curriculum, IB (DP)
Pupils	Pupils 1,420	Pupils 1,383
Typical class size	Typical class size 22	Typical class size —
Instruction language	Instruction language English	Instruction language English
Opened	Opened 1869	Opened 1847
Bus service	Bus service No	Bus service No
Essentials	Essentials
Location	Location Adelaide, South Australia. Main campus on 9.8 hectares at 23 Dequetteville Terrace, Kent Town, about 2.5 km east of the Adelaide city centre, on the edge of the eastern parklands.	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 to Year 12; Preparatory School (Reception–Year 6); Secondary School (Year 7–12).	Stages Early Years; Junior School (Prep to Year 6); Middle Years (Years 7–8); Senior Years (Years 9–12).
School type	School type Independent/private day and boarding school for boys.	School type Anglican boarding and day school for boys.
Pupil nationality mix	Pupil nationality mix —	Pupil nationality mix —
Additional learning support	Additional learning support On-site early intervention program with specialist speech and occupational therapy.	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 in Australia	Religious affiliation Anglican
School day structure	School day structure School day starts at 8:15. Roll call at 8:30. Recess at 10:40–10:50; lunch at 1:10–1:20; lessons resume at 2:00. Reception concludes at 3:00; Years 1–2 conclude at 3:15 on Fridays and 3:30 on Mondays–Thursdays.	School day structure —
Bus service details	Bus service details Bus services are provided by Kanga Coachlines. Buses are anticipated to arrive no later than 8:20 am and depart no later than 3:45 pm. Eastern services cost $7 per trip; Hills services $8 per trip; a $50 term booking per family.	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 (non-refundable): AUD 100. - Enrolment Acceptance Fee (payable on offer): AUD 1,250. This includes AUD 660 for lifelong membership to the Old Collegians Association. The enrolment acceptance fee is non-refundable. Annual tuition, consolidated charge and total fees (day students) - Reception: Tuition AUD 16,080; Consolidated Charge AUD 2,790; Total Fees Payable AUD 18,870. - Year 1–2: Tuition AUD 17,220; Consolidated Charge AUD 2,790; Total Fees Payable AUD 20,010. - Year 3–4: Tuition AUD 19,910; Consolidated Charge AUD 2,910; Total Fees Payable AUD 22,820. - Years 5–6: Tuition AUD 22,440; Consolidated Charge AUD 3,300; Total Fees Payable AUD 25,740. - Years 7–8: Tuition AUD 26,790; Consolidated Charge AUD 3,840; Total Fees Payable AUD 30,630. - Year 9: Tuition AUD 26,790; Consolidated Charge AUD 4,860; Total Fees Payable AUD 31,650. - Years 10–12: Tuition AUD 28,800; Consolidated Charge AUD 3,840; Total Fees Payable AUD 32,640. Boarding fees and boarding total (annual) - Boarding fee component (separate boarding charge): AUD 30,480; Boarding Consolidated Charge AUD 1,320; Boarding total component AUD 31,800. - Combined annual totals for boarding students (tuition + boarding + consolidated charges): - Boarding Years 7–8: AUD 62,430 (per year). - Boarding Year 9: AUD 63,450 (per year). - Boarding Years 10–12: AUD 64,440 (per year). International student fee highlights and requirements - International tuition totals are higher; example totals for international students include: Reception total AUD 28,380; Years 5–6 total AUD 35,250; Years 10–12 total AUD 47,520. The international schedule also requires payment of a refundable deposit and additional pre-commencement amounts for new international students as described below. - International students required pre-commencement payments: tuition for one semester, consolidated charge for one semester, boarding for one semester (if applicable), IB Diploma fee if applicable, application + enrolment fee (total AUD 1,350 indicated on international schedule), refundable deposit AUD 1,000 (to be offset against final charges at end of Year 12), Overseas Student Health Cover for the duration of study, and homestay fees where applicable. Per-term / instalment amounts and billing schedule - Payment options include: Full year in advance (2% discount when paid by the full-fees deadline), three instalments, or weekly/fortnightly/monthly instalments via the Parent Lounge / School Easy Pay. Miscellaneous term charges are invoiced at the end of each term and are due within 30 days of invoice. - Example three-instalment amounts (per instalment) shown as a guide: Reception AUD 6,290; Years 1–2 AUD 6,670; Years 3–4 AUD 7,607; Years 5–6 AUD 8,580; Years 7–8 AUD 10,210; Year 9 AUD 10,550; Years 10–12 AUD 10,880. These instalment amounts exclude variable miscellaneous term charges and transaction costs. - Payment due dates for the three-instalment plan (illustrative schedule used in the fee material): Instalment 1 due in February; Instalment 2 due in May; Instalment 3 due in August. All remaining fees must be paid by the end of November under weekly/fortnightly/monthly plans. Miscellaneous term charges are due within 30 days of invoice. What the Consolidated Charge covers and miscellaneous charges - The Consolidated Charge is compulsory and covers most curriculum activities including camps, excursions, theatrical performances, and many sport and co-curricular program costs. Miscellaneous individual charges (textbooks, stationery, subject-specific materials, special projects, and outdoor education) are charged at the end of each term and are payable within 30 days. Other compulsory and common additional costs - International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma fee: AUD 2,490 (where applicable). Voluntary Building Fund donation is listed at AUD 450 (tax deductible). Student laptops: all students in Years 7–12 are required to purchase the nominated device. Uniforms and second‑hand uniform options are available through the College Shop; uniform purchases and other incidental items are additional costs charged separately. Discounts and concessions - Sibling discounts apply to tuition and boarding fees only: second son 10%; third son 20%; fourth son 30%; fifth and subsequent sons 40%. A 5% family discount arrangement applies where families have children at both Prince Alfred College and Seymour College. A 2% discount applies for payment of full year fees in advance by the specified due date. Payment methods and transaction costs - Accepted payment methods: BPAY (PAC Biller Code provided on statements), electronic funds transfer (EFT) to the College bank account, credit card payments via the Parent Lounge (VISA, MasterCard, American Express), and cash/cheque (cash up to a specified limit). Specific banking details and BPAY references are provided on school statements. - Card and transaction costs (examples shown): bank account payments attract a small processing rate (example 0.43% incl. GST), standard VISA/MasterCard payments attract an example surcharge (approximately 1.37% incl. GST), American Express around 1.90% incl. GST; weekly/fortnightly/monthly instalment plans may incur a 1% administration fee. Failed direct debit fees and other small administrative fees apply. Transaction cost amounts and surcharges apply as shown on fee materials and statements. Refunds, withdrawals and notice requirements - Application and acceptance/enrolment fees are non-refundable. For refunds related to visa refusal, the school's guidelines provide for reimbursement of pre-paid fees less an administration charge when evidence of visa refusal is supplied. Refund requests and cancellations must be made in writing to the Headmaster; the College's refund guidelines and international student handbook set out specific timelines and amounts retained in different withdrawal circumstances. A full term's written notice is required to withdraw a student or change boarding status; if one term's notice is not given, one term's fee will be charged in lieu of notice. OSHC levies and certain other pre-paid levies are not refundable. Refunds are reimbursed in Australian dollars and are processed within specified timeframes under the College refund guidelines. Late payment, interest and enforcement - The College reserves the right to charge interest on overdue accounts at the prevailing published rate of the referenced bank overdraft, to apply late payment fees (an example late payment administration fee is noted in the fees material), and to terminate enrolment for unpaid fees at the due date. A late payment fee or penalty may apply to overdue instalments. Notes on invoicing and timing of miscellaneous charges - Miscellaneous/optional items (subject-specific charges, textbooks, excursions, some co-curricular costs) are invoiced at the end of each term and are separate to tuition and consolidated charges; these term charges are due within 30 days of invoice. International students receive specific invoicing and pre-commencement instructions (for example, semester-level pre-payments and deposits).	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 The Boarding House provides a home away from home for 150 boys. It offers twin-share and single rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Residential staff live on site to supervise and support wellbeing. Boarders gather in the Dining Room for breakfast, recess, lunch and dinner, with snacks after school and supper; the catering team accommodates allergies or dietary restrictions.	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 Uniform must be worn at school, while travelling to and from school, and on designated occasions. Uniform items should be clearly named. The College Shop stocks new and used uniforms for students from ELC to Year 12; second-hand uniforms are accepted on consignment.	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 The boarding dining program provides breakfast, recess, lunch and dinner in the Dining Room; boarders have a snack after school and supper. The catering team prepares healthy meals and accommodates allergies or dietary restrictions.	Food options Meals are prepared on-site in the Da Costa Dining Hall by Chartwells.
House system	House system There are four houses: Taylor, Watsford, Waterhouse and Cotton. Students represent their house in activities across academics, sport, service and co-curricular, with house competition and events such as the Wesley Cup.	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 Prince Alfred College is governed by the Prince Alfred College Council, established under the Prince Alfred College Incorporation Act 1878 (amended 2010). The Council oversees governance and strategic development and comprises seven elected members and two ex-officio members.	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 Australian Curriculum Framework is studied through to the end of Year 10. In Years 11 and 12 the college offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and the South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE). The learning is organized around faculties: Art, Design & Technology; Commerce, Law and Public Policy; Drama; English; Health & Physical Education; Humanities; Languages; Mathematics; Music; and Science. Preparatory School (Reception to Year 6) provides core English and maths with specialist subjects including art, Chinese, music, PE, robotics, science and technology, in a fun, engaging and internationally-minded learning program.	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 IB Diploma Programme graduates are well prepared for university and are recognised by universities worldwide. In Australia, IB is accepted by the University of Adelaide, Flinders University, and the University of South Australia, with potential credit for IB subjects in some courses. PAC's IBDP materials indicate graduates commonly enter Australian universities and, increasingly, institutions in the USA, UK and other countries.	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 Academic Support & Extension provides differentiated in-class learning programs to meet individual needs, access to extra-curricular tutoring, a dedicated Special Education Needs Coordinator, Individual Learning Plans as needed, one-on-one coaching, small group extension sessions, and dedicated tutors for Middle and Senior School students.	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.
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Wellbeing & support	Wellbeing & support
Social & emotional learning	Social & emotional learning Pastoral care provides individualized support and nurtures character. The Princes Men Program fosters social responsibility and service-mindedness. Values of Respect, Excellence, Belonging and Endeavour guide boys' actions across the Prep, Middle and Senior Schools. The SchoolTV Newsletter offers resources to help parents with wellbeing issues. The pastoral care program creates a safe, supportive environment where every boy belongs and can thrive.	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) Dedicated Special Education Needs Coordinator; differentiated in-class learning programs; Individual Learning Plans as needed; one-on-one coaching; small group support; dedicated tutors for Middle and Senior School; access to extra tutoring.	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 The International Students Transition Program includes intensive English classes and lessons in cultural understanding, with the International Student Coordinator providing ongoing mentoring and support.	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 Pastoral care emphasises wellbeing with a proactive approach to student health and welfare support; each boy has a dedicated tutor in Middle and Senior Schools to ensure academic and wellbeing needs are met.	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 A Children and Young People Safeguarding Policy exists.	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 The main Kent Town campus covers 9.8 hectares and is 2.5 km from central Adelaide, serving students from the Early Learning Centre through Year 12. ANZAC Hall provides an auditorium for music and drama, with upgraded audio-visual facilities added in 2019. The RED Centre is a flexible sports and health facility with a stadium and swimming pools. The Boarding House, opened in June 2019, offers state-of-the-art accommodation for up to 150 residents across four storeys with ensuite options and shared spaces. The campus grounds include two ovals, cricket nets, Plexipave tennis and basketball courts, a hockey/tennis Supergrasse pitch and a Health Centre on site, with additional off-campus facilities at Scotts Creek Outdoor Centre and the Wambana Campus."	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 The RED Centre is a flexible sports and health facility with a stadium, swimming pools and multipurpose spaces used for in-school and co-curricular activities. The John Dunning Sports Centre is a purpose-built sports stadium located at the Preparatory School. The grounds feature two ovals, cricket nets, Plexipave tennis and basketball courts. There is a hockey and tennis Supergrasse pitch on site.	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 The Preparatory School and Secondary School each have their own libraries with a wide range of resources. The Secondary School houses the Professor John P. Keeves Library, opened in June 2022, a light-filled open-plan space designed to support independent study, collaborative learning and research. Keeves Library includes a collaborative teaching space, a quiet zone for individual study, study cubicles and a help desk area with displays. Language study is core to the curriculum, and students can continue their language study in the IB or SACE program.	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 Sport, performing arts, outdoor education, clubs and activities, service learning, and tours and excursions are part of Prince Alfred College's co-curricular program. Scotts Creek Outdoor Centre near Morgan on the Murray River hosts adventure and aquatic activities. The Wambana Campus on Yorke Peninsula hosts the Year 9 Extended Stay Program. The College operates a House System to support student life and community.	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 Founded in 1869 as a Methodist church school for boys in Kent Town. The foundation stone of the Main Building was laid by HRH Prince Alfred, Duke of Edinburgh, during his 1867 visit, and the College was named in his honour. Founders were a group of Wesleyan Methodists who sought to establish a Methodist church school for boys in the mid-1860s. Since 1869, Prince Alfred College has educated thousands of boys under the guidance of eleven headmasters.	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 The PAC community includes Friends of PAC (FoPAC), Old Collegians, Grandies Club, and the Rowing Parent Support Group. Friends of PAC coordinates events that connect families with the College, including the Family Fun Night, Ladies in Red luncheon, FoPAC Fashion Event, and staff and student morning teas. Old Collegians maintains a global network of alumni (PAOCA), founded in 1878, with life membership and ongoing news and events. The Grandies Club, founded in 1988, brings together grandparents and friends for events such as Grandies Day, Grandies Morning Tea, and the Grandies Christmas Lunch.	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 Friends of PAC (FoPAC) is the school's parent-teacher association. All parents and guardians are welcome to join FoPAC and participate in the life of the College. FoPAC runs regular friend-raising events including Family Fun Night, Ladies in Red luncheon, FoPAC Fashion Event, and morning teas for staff and students, and it supports school events including sports days. FoPAC meetings are held in the Red Centre, typically in the evening, with meetings scheduled on several Mondays each term. Membership is open to those connected to the College, and contact details are provided by FoPAC.	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 Prince Alfred College offers a broad range of co-curricular activities that complement academic learning and STEM interests. Prep School Clubs & Activities include Artificial Intelligence, Art, Chess, Chinese, Drama, Engineering, Gardening, Music, Singing and Sport; Secondary School Clubs & Activities include Chess, Debating, Duke of Edinburgh's Award, Languages (including the Bletchley Club) and Public Speaking. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award provides an international framework for developing adventurous journeys, community service, physical recreation and skill-building.	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 Performing Arts provides opportunities across music, drama and film. The Music program includes ensembles and tuition across big bands, concert bands, drum corps, guitar, jazz bands, Motown bands, piano, rock bands, saxophone, string ensembles and vocal ensembles. Drama offers on-stage productions and Tech Crew experiences, with opportunities to participate in plays and musicals; Film & Media, through the Bleed Red program, teaches students to produce and edit audiovisual projects and develop storytelling skills.	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 Language-focused clubs support multilingual learning. Prep School Clubs & Activities include Chinese, and Secondary School Clubs & Activities include Languages, including the Bletchley Club. Cultural engagement is embedded in co-curricular life through language study and performing arts, enriching boys' broader educational experiences.	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 Boys participate in a variety of social and hobby activities, including Chess, Debating and Public Speaking. The Duke of Edinburgh's Award offers additional opportunities for personal development and teamwork. Performing Arts and Music programs provide avenues for collaboration, performance and social engagement among peers.	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 Service Learning is a core element of the co-curricular program. Students participate in community service programs including Uniting Care appeals, outreach camps, Indigenous and rural community support, and Sunrise Children's Village Orphanage support, including a service trip to Cambodia. Participation in these programs runs from Reception through Year 12 to cultivate responsibility and contribution to others.	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 Duke of Edinburgh's Award fosters leadership, initiative and resilience through four core areas: adventurous journeys, community service, physical recreation and skill-building. Public Speaking and Debating develop leadership, communication and advocacy skills. The co-curricular program provides coaching, mentoring and opportunities for students to take on leadership roles within sport, arts and service activities.	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 Outdoor Education builds independence, confidence and resilience through a sequence of overnight and campus-based experiences. The program emphasizes character development, leadership, teamwork and wellbeing, with campuses at Scotts Creek and Wambana. Sport offers a wide range of summer and winter activities alongside dedicated facilities to support fitness, teamwork and overall 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 Languages are a core part of the Prince Alfred College curriculum, and language study continues in the IB or SACE programs. In Years 7–10 all students study French, Italian, or Chinese, with English as an Additional Language available for eligible students in Years 9–10 and opportunities to study a mother tongue where offered. In the IB Diploma Programme, Language B is offered (French B, Italian B, Chinese B) and English B is available at Higher Level. The SACE program includes Language Acquisition options such as Chinese Background Speakers and Ab Initio Spanish, with Stage 1 Chinese Background Speakers and Stage 2 Chinese Background Speakers offered.	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.
Reputation	Reputation
Awards	Awards Prince Alfred College Named a 2026 SASTA Science Active School.	Awards —
Accreditations	Accreditations CRICOS No 00368 A — The College is registered to enroll international students in Australia. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) — The College offers the IB Diploma Programme for Years 11–12. South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE) — The College offers the SACE on completion of Year 12.	Accreditations —
Admissions	Admissions
Admissions	Admissions 1. Enquiry. The main entry points are Early Learning Centre (ELC), Reception, Year 5 and Year 7, with boarding available from Years 7 to 12. Places are offered subject to availability, and there is mid‑year intake for Reception depending on age and readiness. Enquiry can be pursued by viewing the prospectus online, learning about enrolment as an international student, and arranging a campus visit via a College Tour or a personal Admissions tour. 2. Application. To apply for admission, complete the online enrolment form; a separate enrolment form and fee apply for each child. It is advised to submit the ELC application at least 18 months before the desired start date and at least two years prior for other entry points. 3. Interview. Before an offer is made, prospective parents and their son(s) will be invited for a friendly interview with senior College staff. 4. Offer. Offers are made subject to availability and in accordance with the enrolment policy. Offers are issued on 1 March two years before entry (for example, 1 March 2023 for 2025 entry). If applying for entry this year or next, the admissions team will be in touch directly. 5. Acceptance. To accept an offer, complete the online acceptance and pay the non‑refundable enrolment acceptance fee of A$1,250. Once paperwork is complete, transition arrangements are arranged.	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 The College offers a range of scholarships across academic, boarding, music/performing arts, and general excellence, funded by donors through the Prince Alfred College Foundation Scholarship Fund. There are many named scholarships (e.g., Brett Gooden Space Science Scholarship, Brett Williamson Scholarship, Indigenous Scholarships, and others) and additional information about donating or establishing a scholarship is available through the Foundation. Not all scholarships are offered every year; awarding depends on the number of students currently on a scholarship and whether a suitable candidate applies. Scholarships are usually awarded by the end of a student's schooling (Year 12) and the process for entry starts in the year prior to commencement. Scholarships may be awarded in two rounds: Round 1 opens in October and closes in January; Round 2 opens in June and closes in mid‑July, with interviews typically in August. Interviews are conducted by two members of the College Executive, and all applicants are informed of progress. Scholarships can be selected for General Excellence, Music/Performing Arts, Chess, or Boarding, and applicants do not need to apply for a specific named scholarship. Academic Scholarships are offered via the ACER examination for Year 5 and Year 7 applicants, and some scholarships (including Boarding) are awarded based on merit through a competitive process that may include testing, interviews, and references. In Year 7, up to three full Academic Scholarships are offered; other scholarships may be awarded up to 100% in Years 8–11. Most scholarships contribute a portion of the fees (commonly 50%; some 25%; some Academic Scholarships can be up to 100%), and they do not cover uniforms, textbooks, or other sundry charges. An acceptance fee of A$1,250 is required to accept a scholarship. Indigenous Scholarships are linked to The Smith Family's Indigenous Youth Leadership Program (IYLP), with applications typically closing in May; applicants should check with PAC Admissions before applying. Overseas applicants may apply if they hold Australian residency. Scholarships by age specify which options are available for entry years (e.g., Year 5 scholarships for Year 4 entrants; Year 7 scholarships for Year 6 entrants; and Year 8–11 scholarships for Year 7–10 entrants). The majority of information about scholarships, eligibility, and the application process is available through the Scholarship FAQs, the List of Scholarships, and the ACER Examinations guidance. For full details on each scholarship category, required documents, and timelines, see the Scholarships resources and the ACER examinations section.	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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