The Friends’ School

The Friends’ School is a primary and secondary co-educational school founded in 1887 by the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers). The Friends’ School, with an enrolment of more than 1200, has a very strong academic record, supported by recognition of the need to provide pastoral care at all levels of the School. In 2005, 99% of eligible students qualified for university entrance.

Location

The Friends’ School is located two kilometres from the central business district of Hobart, the capital of Tasmania.

Academic Program

Students choose from a range of subjects to meet the requirement of the Tasmanian Certificate of Education or the International Baccalaureate.

Accommodation

The Friends’ School provides on-campus accommodation or homestay programs. All international students are met at the airport.

Facilities

Friends’ facilities include comprehensive computer facilities, performing arts theatre, heated indoor swimming pool, circuit and weights gym, extensive sports grounds, gymnasium, tennis courts, basketball and netball courts, rowing complex and boat stock.

Special Features

The International Student Support committee and the Student Counsellors are available to assist students in settling into the School.