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$45K a Year?! Are Private Schools Really Worth It?

Private school rankings are splashed across the headlines, and parents everywhere are left asking: Am I failing my child if I stay public? With fees soaring above $45,000 a year, the pressure is real — but what does the research actually say? In this episode, Justin and Kylie cut through the marketing hype to reveal what truly matters for your child’s learning and wellbeing — and why “better” doesn’t always mean what you think.

KEY POINTS

The truth about test scores

What parents are really buying with high fees

Why teachers matter more than facilities or…

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