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Prince Alfred College

Australia, Adelaide

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Boarding, Uniform and Food

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Boarding Arrangements

The Boarding House provides a home away from home for 150 boys. It offers twin-share and single rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Residential staff live on site to supervise and support wellbeing. Boarders gather in the Dining Room for breakfast, recess, lunch and dinner, with snacks after school and supper; the catering team accommodates allergies or dietary restrictions.

Uniform Requirement

Uniform must be worn at school, while travelling to and from school, and on designated occasions. Uniform items should be clearly named. The College Shop stocks new and used uniforms for students from ELC to Year 12; second-hand uniforms are accepted on consignment.

Food Options

The boarding dining program provides breakfast, recess, lunch and dinner in the Dining Room; boarders have a snack after school and supper. The catering team prepares healthy meals and accommodates allergies or dietary restrictions.

House System

There are four houses: Taylor, Watsford, Waterhouse and Cotton. Students represent their house in activities across academics, sport, service and co-curricular, with house competition and events such as the Wesley Cup.

Governance and Ownership

Prince Alfred College is governed by the Prince Alfred College Council, established under the Prince Alfred College Incorporation Act 1878 (amended 2010). The Council oversees governance and strategic development and comprises seven elected members and two ex-officio members.

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees A$18,870 - 32,640
Ages 2 - 18 years
Pupil numbers 1420
Type Boys School, Boys School (boarding), Co-educational
Opened 1869
Bus Service No

Prince Alfred College is a day and boarding school for boys, ages 2 to 18, in Adelaide. The curriculum combines Australian Curriculum through Year 10 with the IB Diploma Programme and South Australian Certificate of Education in Years 11 and 12, taught within faculties such as Art, Design & Technology; Commerce, Law and Public Policy; Drama; English; Health & Physical Education; Humanities; Languages; Mathematics; Music; and Science. The Preparatory School (Reception to Year 6) provides core English and maths with specialist subjects including art, Chinese, music, PE, robotics, science and technology. Founded 1869, college sits on a 9.8‑hectare Kent Town campus 2.5 km from Adelaide. Facilities include ANZAC Hall for music and drama, RED Centre with a stadium and pools, and Boarding House for up to 150 residents. The school operates two libraries, Scotts Creek and Wambana outdoor centres, and a co‑curricular program with sport, arts and service learning opportunities.

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