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School fees are rising – and that’s only half of it

Julie Hare

Parents who enrol their kids in private schools should double their annual budget, with ancillary costs such as uniforms, technology and school camps often equalling tuition fees.

New research reveals that school fees in Sydney represent just 52 per cent of families’ spending on education, with 48 per cent going to extracurricular activities and essentials, such as transport.

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Julie Hare is the Education editor. She has more than 20 years’ experience as a writer, journalist and editor. Connect with Julie on Twitter. Email Julie at julie.hare@afr.com

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