Boarding Schools – Tasmania

With a reputation for offering both outstanding student life and the highest standards in quality education among schools in Tasmania, boarding schools present a golden opportunity for families who only want the very best when it comes to their child’s curricular and co-curricular life. 

Consider this your easy-to-read digest on everything from the difference between day school and boarding school and what it means to be part of the boarding community, to the different religious affiliations on offer in Tasmania and what are some of the best boarding schools to choose from. 

A complete list of boarding schools in Tasmania to help you consider all of your options.

From private schools in Hobart to institutions across the broader state, there’s certainly no shortage of variety when it comes to boarding high schools in Tasmania, Australia. 

With options for primary and secondary co-ed and boys boarding schools, as well as Anglican, Uniting, Quaker and Non-Denominational religious affiliation establishments, families are sure to find a fine boarding school located not far from home.

Search Boarding Schools in Tasmania

Use our search tools to narrow down your choices and click through to school profiles to discover more about what they offer.

What’s the big difference between day and boarding school?

What really distinguishes students attending school in Hobart as day students from the students in boarding schools in Tasmania is not only academic structure and support, but the co-curricular and experiential learning that takes place purely by being immersed in the boarding environment. 

Personal and social growth 

Living away from home, facing new experiences and challenges gives students the opportunity to gain independence in the form of valuable life skills such as time management, work ethic and routine. At the same time, boarders form part of an intimate and diverse boarding community where connection, respect and conflict-resolution lead to social maturity. 

Smaller class sizes

Unlike the many schools in Hobart and wider Tasmania, boarding schools—be it a primary and  secondary boys or co-ed institution—pride themselves on an intimate class environment. It’s these cosy learning conditions that allow students to feel comfortable in the classroom, giving them the confidence to engage with their peers and teachers more easily. 

Extra-curricular activities 

It could be that your child is a budding soccer pro, a musical genius in the making or a silver-tongued debater—whatever their passion, boarding schools in Tasmania, Australia are more than ready to accommodate their extra-curricular passions. 

Boarding school – Hobart and beyond: How much do the best boarding schools cost?

It’s best to note that when it comes to boarding schools in Hobart, the fee structure consists of boarding costs and tuition costs, with prices varying widely depending on location and school prestige. 

For more information on Tasmanian boarding school fees go to our Fees Directory or contact the school directly.

How to choose the right boarding school in Tasmania?  

In the end, choosing the right school for your child comes down to good old fashioned due diligence—looking at which boarding schools align with your family values, which school is best suited to nurture your child’s co-curricular passion, while also involving your boy or girl in the decision-making process. 

• Look at whether the school shares your family’s religious affiliation and core beliefs 
• See what the school offers in terms of extra-curricular programmes and how intensive they are
• Pay a visit to the school on open days to get a firsthand look at the boarding house, talk to teachers and boarding house staff
• Examine the facilities the school has as whether they’re a good fit for your child
• Think about the cost of boarding, as well as the location and whether your family is comfortable with those things
• Look at whether there might be scholarships or bursaries available

To help you decide what’s best for your child (and your family) we have developed a checklist of questions to consider.