St John's Anglican College
Christian
Updated July 2026
St John’s Anglican College is a co-educational school in Forest Lake, Brisbane, serving students from Kindergarten to Year 12. It is structured into four sub-schools and is dedicated to empowering students through a rigorous academic program and a supportive, faith-based community.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
St John’s is an Anglican school guided by the values of faith, service, and courage. Its mission is to inspire lifelong learning by living faith with the courage to lead self and serve others, while its vision is to empower every learner to excel and embrace future challenges. The college fosters an inclusive, diverse, and nurturing community that emphasizes empathy, integrity, compassion, and respect.
Programmes
The college is structured into four sub-schools: Kindergarten, Junior School (Prep to Year 6), Middle School (Years 7 to 9), and Senior School (Years 10 to 12). The academic offering includes a broad curriculum, careers counselling, and opportunities for school-based apprenticeships. Students also engage in structured outdoor education and various enrichment programmes.
Student support
Learning support
The college provides careers counselling and a robust pastoral care system to support student wellbeing. It maintains a focus on nurturing each student’s unique talents and academic success through a broad curriculum and professional staff.
Frequently asked questions(3)
- How much is tuition at St John's Anglican College?
- Annual tuition at St John's Anglican College is A$9.2K–A$20.9K. Fees vary by year group — confirm the current schedule with the school.
- Is St John's Anglican College co-educational?
- St John's Anglican College is a co-ed school.
- Where is St John's Anglican College located?
- St John's Anglican College is an international school in Brisbane, Australia.
Tuition & fees
Annual tuition by grade
2026| Grade | Ages | Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten (5 Day Fortnight) | 3–4 | A$0 |
| Kindergarten – Pre-age (5 Day Fortnight) | 3–3 | A$10.5K |
| Kindergarten (Full Time) | 3–4 | A$10.5K |
| Kindergarten – Pre-age (Full Time) | 3–3 | A$20.9K |
| Prep | 5–5 | A$9.2K |
| Years 1 to 2 | 6–7 | A$9.3K |
| Year 3 | 8–8 | A$9.3K |
| Year 4 | 9–9 | A$10.5K |
| Year 5 | 10–10 | A$10.5K |
| Year 6 | 11–11 | A$10.5K |
| Year 7 | 12–12 | A$13.2K |
| Year 8 | 13–13 | A$14.4K |
| Year 9 | 14–14 | A$14.4K |
| Year 10 | 15–15 | A$15.3K |
| Year 11 | 16–16 | A$15.3K |
| Year 12 | 17–17 | A$15.3K |
Source:PDFStudent-Enrolment-Management-Procedure-2021.pdfPDFSchedule-of-Fees-2026-1.pdfPDFFee-Schedule-Domestic-2026.pdf
Other fees(13)
| Application fee· International application fee (non-refundable) | A$300 |
|---|---|
| Registration fee· Domestic registration fee (non-refundable) | A$220 |
| Enrolment fee· Domestic enrolment confirmation fee (non-refundable) | A$600 |
| Deposit· International enrolment bond (refundable) | A$1K |
| Deposit· Domestic enrolment advancement fee for Junior School (credited against first term's fees) | A$1.5K |
| Deposit· Domestic enrolment advancement fee for Senior School (credited against first term's fees) | A$1.8K |
| Boarding· Private Boarding 5 Nights: $16,000 per year ($4,000 per term). Placement fee: $350, relocation fee: $200. | A$16K |
| Boarding· Private Boarding 7 Nights: $20,940 per year ($5,235 per term). Placement fee: $350, relocation fee: $200. | A$20.9K |
| Boardingweek· Homestay Accommodation Fee: $525 per week. Placement fee: $350, relocation fee: $200. | A$525 |
| Bus / transportterm· Bus transport (approximately, up to $500 per term) | A$500 |
| Uniform· Approximate cost for full uniform | A$980 |
| Placement test· English Proficiency Testing fee | A$336 |
| Materialsyear· QCAA Levy per year (Years 11 and 12 only) for overseas students | A$950 |
Discounts
- Sibling discount: 5% - 50%
- Full-payment discount: 2.5%
Admissions
St John’s accepts applications at any time, with Kindergarten, Prep, and Year 7 serving as the primary intake years. The enrolment process involves an online application, a review of educational and medical documentation, and an enrolment meeting with the leadership team. Successful applicants receive a letter of offer, which is secured through the payment of an enrolment confirmation fee and an advance tuition fee. Priority is given to siblings of current students and children of alumni.
Calendar
The academic year is divided into four terms. In 2027, Term 1 commences on 25 January for Kindergarten, Year 7, and Year 12 leaders, and on 27 January for all other year levels. The academic year concludes on 26 November 2027.
Facilities
About the campus
The college operates across two campuses in Forest Lake, Brisbane, which are connected by a shuttle service. Facilities include libraries, sports equipment, science laboratories, and various learning spaces. The campus also supports a range of sporting and cultural activities, with historical mention of outdoor concrete courts and dedicated spaces for music and arts.
Co-curriculars
The college offers a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including music ensembles, sports, and various clubs. Students participate in an outdoor education program that features activities such as abseiling, archery, bushcraft, canoeing, mountain biking, navigation, ropes courses, surf awareness, and Trangia cooking. Additionally, students aged 14 and above may participate in the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award program.
- Maria McIvorPrincipal
Mrs Maria McIvor is the Principal of St John’s Anglican College. She holds qualifications including MEd, GradCertTh, BEd, DipTchg, TTC, and is a member of MACEL and MAICD.