Both my DD attend a public school, we pay a $300 fee at the start of the year and that covers everything, excursions, stationery etc. The only thing it doesnt cover is school camp, about $280 and uniforms.
Eldest DD has just finished primary school and it about to start secondary college next week. So far fees $510, can be paid in monthly installments though, that does include her camp though. Uniform $515. Booklist $380 School shoes $80 Sports shoes $60. But that is it for the year. There are a couple of extra items like school diary and memory stick for computer, but that isnt too bad.
I guess it really depends on what you want to pay for! We chose to go public as we really didnt have the money to spend $1000's a year on schooling. Eldest DD is doing brilliantly and is doing accelerated learning, basically work a year ahead of what she is in. Middle DD has struggled a little, but we have had the most amazing teacher and that has really helped with a lot of the issues and she is doing so well now. Both my girls play in a local netball team, socialise with friends in the area, this is all something to take into consideration.
You are definitely doing the right thing though researching early. It might be an idea to speak to people in the area and see if they are happy with the school, or attend an open day and see what you think. Make sure you ask lots of questions though, I went to secondary school armed with a huge list of questions and every single one was answered.
Reply With Quote
Bookmarks