Autism School Tuition and Fees
Tuition Fees
Prep - Year 10
Term Fee Term 1 $2,582.50 Term 2 $2,582.50 Term 3 $2,582.50 Term 4 $2,582.50 Total $10,330 Other
IT Levy
Junior School IT Levy$200High School IT Levy$400Application Fees and Deposit
Non-refundable Application Fee$250Enrolment Deposit$1,000Held by the School and refunded in full when young person departs or deducted from any outstanding fees.
No additional fees are payable during the year for excursions, incursions, curriculum resources or classroom stationery and materials. An IT levy is a contribution to the cost incurred by the School for young people to access iPads and laptops. These iPads and laptops will remain at School.
If the direct debit is not selected, then fees are due within 14 days of receiving an invoice. All fees are per child, there is no family discount available for additional family members.
Payment Options
Fortnightly Payment
Direct debit only**Please complete a new direct debit form**
- Payments will be deducted on Fridays
- First payment 6 February 2026
- Final payment 30 October 2026
Total of 20 payments
*Families are required to complete a new direct debit form each year.
Annual Payment
All other paymentsBank transfer or EFTPOS (credit/debit cards) in person or over the phone.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an autism school cost in Queensland?
school fees vary by school. At The Sycamore School, tuition is $10,330 per year for young people in Prep to Year 10.
Are there hidden or extra costs during the year?
No. Standard excursions, learning materials and curriculum resources are included.
Can fees be paid in instalments?
Yes. Fortnightly payment plans are available to support families.
Is the enrolment deposit refundable?
Yes. The deposit is refundable when your young person departs, or applied to outstanding fees.
Are autism schools in Queensland government funded?
Some autism schools receive government support, while families contribute through school fees. The Sycamore School provides transparent fee information so families understand their contribution from the outset. The Sycamore School receives some government funding enabling us to keep our School fees as low as possible for families.