Hi there,

Location is definitely an issue because the public transport system in Brisbane leaves a lot to be desired, so definitely look at schools in the areas you want to live. If you are living in the western suburbs, then St Peters Lutheran College is an excellent co-educational school (you don't have to be lutheran to go there). Everyone I have met who has graduated from St Peters has received an excellent education, as well as a well-rounded involvement in sports, the arts, etc.

Brisbane Grammar (all boys) and Brisbane Girls Grammar are both excellent non-denominational schools (also the most expensive in Brisbane).

For St Peters & Grammar, you will spend upwards of $10,000 a year on school fees.

Google 'private schools brisbane' for others.


There are lots of smaller and more affordable Catholic schools, so if this is your religion, they might be worth considering (google catholic schools brisbane).

Depending on what grades your children are in, I think state schools are an excellent (and much more affordable) option for primary school (Grades 1-7). Once again, if you are in the western suburbs Indooroopilly State School is quite a large state primary school (Prep-7) and has an excellent reputation for preparing children for highschool (especially if you are considering sending the children to a private high school). It is also a very multicultural school.

I hope this information helps.

Grubster