Which school is cheaper: Auburn House Montessori School or Bishops Diocesan College?

Auburn House Montessori School has lower published tuition than Bishops Diocesan College — roughly 137% cheaper at the midpoint. Auburn House Montessori School runs $2,762-$4,203 USD/year; Bishops Diocesan College runs $4,961-$11,526.

What is the true annual cost difference between Auburn House Montessori School and Bishops Diocesan College?

Including hidden fees (capital levy, registration, transport, uniform, technology, activities), Auburn House Montessori School runs about $4,043 per year vs $9,744 at Bishops Diocesan College — a difference of $5,701.

How do admissions compare between Auburn House Montessori School and Bishops Diocesan College?

Auburn House Montessori School has Competitive admissions; Bishops Diocesan College has Competitive admissions. The WhereNext Admissions Openness scale combines waiting-list status, admissions cadence, mid-year entry availability, and entry evaluation requirements.

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Auburn House Montessori School vs Bishops Diocesan College

Side-by-side comparison · Updated 2026-04-26 · Both schools in Cape Town

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Auburn House Montessori School is 141% cheaper than Bishops Diocesan College on true annual cost ($4,043 vs $9,744). Auburn House Montessori School scores higher on the WhereNext Value Score (77/100 vs 62/100).

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