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Established after a proposal in 1884, The Friends' School opened on 31 January 1887 at 60-62 Warwick Street under Principal Samuel Clemes, with an initial enrolment of 33. In 1923 management passed from English Friends to an Australian Friends' Committee, and Ernest Unwin led a major expansion that added Hodgkin Hall, a front portico, and science and art blocks, and introduced scarlet, grey and navy colours with the Nemo sibi nascitur motto. Post-World War II expansion continued under William N. Oats, with the Preparatory School opening in 1955 and the Sports Ground in 1958, followed by further campus development such as the Unwin Memorial Science and Art block in 1962. The school has remained a Quaker school for over 130 years, with Esther Hill taking the Principalship in 2024.
Guided by Quaker values of Simplicity, Peace, Integrity, Community, Equality and Earthcare, The Friends' School maintains a warm, inclusive community. The school emphasizes service, equality of relationships and independent and creative thinking. Harmony Day is celebrated as part of The Friends' School Fair, which brings together students, families and staff in a public event. There is also an Alumni Community and a Volunteers program that connect former students and parents with current school life.
The Friends' School has a Parents and Friends Association (P&F) that supports school activities and the wider community. Parent Year Group Representatives coordinate with families and staff to support students and link with the broader School Community. The School Shop profits are donated to the P&F, demonstrating fundraising involvement. The school's site navigation includes a Parents & Guardians area under Community, reflecting active parent involvement.
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.
