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Private Schools in Toowoomba 2026, Complete Guide

Find private, Catholic and independent schools in Toowoomba. Compare fees, enrolment requirements and school options across the Darling Downs region for your family.

By Toowoomba Daily · Published 20 July 2026

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Schools in Toowoomba 2026

Toowoomba has a strong and diverse school market for a regional city, with significant independent school choice. The Darling Downs region has historically valued education highly and Toowoomba's school sector is well-regarded. education.qld.gov.au

QLD Government Schools in Toowoomba

Queensland government schools in Toowoomba are free for Australian citizens and permanent residents. Toowoomba State High School is the main government secondary school for the city.

Catholic Schools in Toowoomba

Catholic Education Diocese of Toowoomba operates a large network of Catholic schools across the Darling Downs and South West Queensland. Key Toowoomba Catholic secondary schools include Padua College, Seton College and St Ursula's College. Fees are moderate.

Independent Private Schools in Toowoomba

Toowoomba's independent schools include Toowoomba Grammar School (boys), Glennie School (girls, Anglican), Downlands College (Catholic independent), Fairholme College (girls) and others. Several of these schools have boarding programs that attract students from across rural Queensland. Fees range from $8,000-$25,000+/year, competitive with similar-quality boarding schools elsewhere.

How to Compare Schools in Toowoomba

Use myschool.edu.au for NAPLAN data and school profiles.

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