Sydney private school fees surge to over $51,000 yearly, outpacing inflation and straining family finances.

Sydney's private school fees are soaring, with some Year 12 costs exceeding AUD$51,000 annually, driven by the need to match high public sector teacher salaries and combat inflation. This increase, at an 8% rate, is three times the inflation rate, and follows a 10% raise for public school teachers over three years. Higher costs are leading families to seek financial help from grandparents, extend mortgages, and use education loans.

January 02, 2025
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