Families in Australia are feeling the impact of high education costs

At the start of the school year 2025, the cost of living crisis continues, affecting families who are also paying school fees.

Families feeling the pressure as school costs rise. Credit: skynesher/Getty Images

Key Points

• A new research has revealed where some of the most expensive and affordable places in Australia to study.
• Over 13 years of schooling, the average cost of sending a child to government schools at major cities is up by 30 per cent to just over $123,000 dollars.
• Some families are hoping the government can provide better support for school costs.