Overview
Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School occupies 33 hectares of natural bushland in Gelorup, Western Australia. Established in 1972 as Australia's first co-educational boarding school offering both Primary and Secondary education, it delivers an innovative curriculum blending ATAR pathways with vocational training (VET). Unique features include specialist academic talent development programs, international student exchanges through Round Square membership, and purpose-built early learning facilities within its Eric Speed Centre. The school maintains strong academic outcomes with a 100% WACE achievement rate and median ATAR of 86.9 in 2023.
Principal Profile
Mr Matthew O'Brien serves as Head of School at Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School in Gelorup, Western Australia, having been appointed to this role by the Board of Governors in 2021. He oversees the strategic direction and daily operations of this independent Anglican day and boarding school, working closely with executive leaders to maintain its reputation for academic excellence within a supportive Christian environment.
Fees
Bunbury Cathedral Grammar School's annual tuition fees for domestic students range from approximately $9,000 for younger primary years to $18,000 for senior secondary students. Boarding fees add around $23,000 per year for students in Years 7-12. The school offers family concessions including sibling discounts of up to 50% for fourth children. International students should consult the separate fee schedule which includes additional costs like overseas health cover.
