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The King's School

Australia, Sydney

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees A$5,300 - 49,980
Ages 4 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 2157
Type Boys School, Boys School (boarding), Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)
Opened 1831
Bus Service No
Availability Not shared by this school
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (DP), Australian Curriculum
Taught languages Mandarin, French, German
Typical class size 9
Strengths Sport, Performing Arts, STEM
Clubs Arts and Creative, Community and Service, Social and Hobbies
Stages Early Years, Preschool, Primary School, Secondary School
Introduction

The King's School is an independent, boys' school in Australia for students aged 4 to 18, with boarding at the heart of school life. The curriculum combines the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) with NSW Australian Curriculum. In the Preparatory School six Units of Inquiry integrate Science, History and Geography, the Arts, Mandarin and Physical Education, taught in an inquiry-based, globally minded context. Specialist classes include Music, Visual Arts, Woodwork, Physical Education, Biblical Studies, Mandarin and STEM, supported by targeted Educational Support Services and an Enrichment & Extension Program for gifted learners; external competitions include the da Vinci Decathlon, Maths Challenge, Maths Olympiad and Write a Book in a Day. The school sits on nearly 480 acres with sport and performance facilities, including 17 ovals, pools, a Theatre, a Music Centre and Drama Centre. A Christian community ethos underpins a strong leadership and service program.

www.kings.edu.au

87-129 Pennant Hills Rd, North Parramatta NSW 2151, Australia

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The Essentials

The King's School has 2,157 pupils, typical class sizes of 9, instruction in English.

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
Pre-K to Year 12

Type
Independent school; specialists in boys' education; boarding is central to School life.

Country affiliation
Australia

Religious affiliation
Christian

Bus service
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.
Diving Deeper
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Fees

Annual tuition at The King's School ranges from AUD 5,300 to AUD 49,980 for 2026/27.

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).
Academics

The King's School teaches IB (PYP), IB (DP), Australian Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.

Curriculum
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.

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 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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Admissions

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 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
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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