An Evening with Principal Esther Hill

Considering Senior School or Boarding for your child?

Join Principal Esther Hill for an informal evening at the beautiful Peppermint Bay and discover what makes The Friends’ School one of Tasmania’s leading independent schools.

Whether you’re exploring options for Year 7, considering a move during secondary school, or interested in boarding, we’d love to meet you.

Thursday 20 August 2026
Peppermint Bay, Woodbridge
5.30pm – 6.30pm

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Why Attend?

Learn about Senior School

Discover our approach to learning, wellbeing and preparing young people for life beyond school.

Explore Boarding

Learn about our welcoming boarding community and the opportunities available for regional families.

Meet the Principal

Ask questions in a relaxed setting and hear directly from Principal Esther Hill about life at The Friends’ School.

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Why Families Choose The Friends' School

For more than 135 years, The Friends’ School has supported young people to become confident, compassionate and engaged members of their communities.

Families value our:

  • Outstanding academic pathways, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) and TCE
  • Strong focus on student wellbeing
  • Broad range of co-curricular opportunities, including sport, music, outdoor education and service
  • Inclusive community where every student is known and supported
  • Values-based education inspired by the Quaker testimonies of integrity, equality, peace, simplicity, community and earthcare

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Perfect for Families From...

Whether you live in:

  • Kingston
  • Blackmans Bay
  • Margate
  • Snug
  • Kettering
  • Woodbridge
  • Cygnet
  • Huonville
  • Franklin
  • Geeveston
  • Dover
  • Bruny Island

…this event has been designed specifically for families from southern Tasmania wanting to explore Senior School and boarding options without travelling into Hobart.

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Meet Principal Esther Hill

Esther Hill is passionate about helping every young person flourish through exceptional learning, wellbeing and community. Join Esther for an informal conversation about life at The Friends’ School and ask any questions you may have about your child’s secondary education.

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Event Details

Date: Thursday 20 August 2026

Location: Peppermint Bay, Woodbridge

Who should attend?

  • Parents of students entering Years 7–12
  • Families considering changing schools
  • Families interested in boarding
  • Anyone wanting to learn more about The Friends’ School

Refreshments provided.

We’d love to meet you.

If you’re considering the next step in your child’s education, join us for an informal evening with Principal Esther Hill at Peppermint Bay.

Places are limited.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Registrations help us plan seating and catering.

No. The evening is suitable for families interested in both day student and boarding pathways.

Absolutely. Families are welcome.

Not at all. This is simply an opportunity to learn more and ask questions.

Boarding at The Friends' School

For many families living in the Huon Valley, Channel and Bruny Island, boarding offers greater flexibility while providing students with a welcoming and supportive home away from home.

Walker House is home to students from across Tasmania, interstate and overseas, offering a caring community where boarders are encouraged to thrive academically, socially and personally.

Come along to learn more about boarding life and whether it could be the right fit for your family.

Learn more about Boarding 

Take a virtual tour of Walker House

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