The Friends' School

Australia, Hobart

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Instructs in English

Fees Unlisted

Ages 0 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 1330

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

Opened 1887

Bus Service No

Situated in Hobart, The Friends' School is an independent, coeducational day and boarding school offering the IB Primary Years Programme, IB Diploma Programme and the Australian Curriculum. It educates students from 0 to 18 years across four campuses, including Argyle Street Primary and the Commercial Road Senior School. The curriculum is organized around eight learning areas: The Arts, English, Health, Humanities, Languages, Mathematics, Science and Technology. In Years 8–10, English, Mathematics, Science and Health and Physical Education are compulsory. Outdoor Education features regular whole‑day activities about every three weeks. The school has a Quaker heritage, established in 1887, and remains connected with its Quaker values under the leadership of Esther Hill since 2024. Facilities include the Farrall Centre (an 800‑seat assembly hall), Revell Sports Centre, and the Health & Fitness complex. The Friends' School emphasizes Rowing and a broad co‑curricular program, including international enrolments for students from around the world.

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Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (DP), Australian Curriculum

Taught languages Mandarin, French, German, Japanese, Spanish

Strengths Sport, Outdoor Education, Performing Arts

Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Leadership and Professional

Stages Infant/Toddler Care, Early Years, Primary School, Middle School, Secondary School, Senior Secondary School

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Primary School Principal's Tour

A guided tour of The Friends' School Primary School led by Principal Esther Hill. The visit provides...

Tuesday, 12 May 2026 at 08:00 GMT+10 Friends' Primary School, 395 Argyle Street, North Hobart, TAS 7000, Australia

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