Senior School

Careers & Pathways Newsletter

The latest edition of the Careers and Pathways Newsletter is available here.

Features include:

2026 Friends' Careers Expo
Need help understanding uni applications?
Virtual Expo: Choosing your uni
Year 12 students - Tertiary Information Session
Study Work Grow Guides - Scholarships and Early Entry
How to apply to UAC & ranking your preferences
Studying in the UK
Psychology, social work, criminology, counselling or coaching webinars
Women in policing and protection
Stem + X: Data Science webinar
Lincoln University - New Zealand

Private Study

From Term 2 2026, the Senior School Library is open until 4.30pm, Monday to Thursday for private study. Supervision will be provided by Library staff.

Term 2 Library hours are:

Monday-Thursday 8.00am - 4.30pm
Friday 8.00am - 4.00pm

Catch up Sessions

Senior School catch up sessions will now be held in the Senior School Library.

Catch up sessions run from 3.00-4.00pm on Monday and 3.45-4.45pm on Thursday.

Please contact Kate Baldry with any questions.

Pink for a Purpose: Supporting Share the Dignity

Senior School student, Amelia Cooper (Year 12), and the Stewardship Committee will be raising awareness and donations for Share the Dignity. On Friday 15 May, students can dress in pink (with a gold coin donation) and can purchase baked goods from a pink-themed bake sale at break times. Students wanting to contribute to the bake sale can sign up through a link on Seqta Notices.

There will also be a collection box at the Senior School Office where students and their families can donate period/feminine hygiene products.

All donations will directly support women fleeing domestic violence, in homelessness, or in extreme poverty through Share the Dignity.

Any queries, please contact Karina Churchill.

Pathways Planning - Years 11 and 12, 2027

This year our Year 10 students continue to work with their teachers and course coordinators to investigate pathways opportunities for Years 11 and 12 and beyond. We have developed an extensive program to provide students with information and counselling about the IB Diploma, TCE and VET options at Friends’ and potential career paths post-school.

Key dates:

Week 1: Introduction to subject choice information and exploring how a pathways map can support students in their future decision making.
Week 2: Course pathway information from our IB, TCE and VET Co-ordinators and our two Pathway Advisors, Trish and Kim (12 and 14 May).
Week 3: Opportunity to hear from our Learning Leaders in Arts and Technology about pathways in Years 11 and 12
Week 4: Careers Expo (Monday 25 May). Students have an opportunity to hear from a range of career and industry experts.
Pathway Presentation from our IB, TCE and VET Co-ordinators in The Farrall Centre for parents and students (Wednesday 20 May).
Link to the 2027 Coursebook to be emailed to families (Thursday 21 May)
Week 5: Students receive subject selection information
Weeks 6-9: Pathway interviews for all Year 10 students. Parents are welcome to attend these interviews. Access to Faculty and individual subject videos.
Subject choices due Thursday 25 June.

Information has been emailed to all parents. Please get in touch if you have any questions about the process.

Japan Immersion: Host Families Urgently Needed to Welcome Our Visiting Students

On 14 April, 21 students from Years 10-12, accompanied by three teachers, departed on a 16-day journey to Japan. Together, they explored Tokyo, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Miyajima, and Kochi, and had the privilege of visiting our sister schools - Tokyo Friends' School and Kochi Kokusai School.

For many students, the highlight of the trip was the homestay experience, which saw them forge meaningful, lasting bonds with local families and fellow students. These are connections that will endure long after the suitcases are unpacked.

We are also looking forward to welcoming 20 students from Kochi Kokusai School to our campus from approximately 25 July - 6 August - a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with many of the friends made on this trip. We are still looking for host families to help make this visit possible. If you are interested, please contact Lara Wojcik at lwojcik@friends.tas.edu.au

Everyone has returned a little tired - and a lot richer for the experience. What an extraordinary adventure. Well done to all involved!

Sings and Strings Concert - Change of Date - Now Thursday 28 May

Come along and support our student musicians as we celebrate all things vocal and orchestral! This concert features a wonderful variety of ensembles from across the Primary, Middle and Senior Schools. The concert starts at 6pm and all are welcome to attend this free event.

For families of performers, please keep an eye out for a Paperly notification in the next week or two, which will contain all the specific participation and permission details.

2026 Friends' Senior School Musical Legally Blonde The Musical | Tickets On Sale Now

The Friends’ School is excited to announce the Senior School Musical in 2026 – Legally Blonde the Musical, which will be staged at the Theatre Royal in June. This high-energy, hilarious and heart-warming production follows Elle Woods on her journey from heartbreak to Harvard Law School, where she challenges stereotypes, defies expectations and proves that staying true to yourself is the ultimate strength. Packed with show-stopping numbers, dynamic choreography and plenty of iconic moments, this vibrant production is as full of fun as it is of heart—celebrating resilience, friendship and the power of believing in yourself. Don’t miss your chance to bend and snap your way to the box office!

Book Now: https://www.theatreroyal.com.au/shows/legally-blonde

Co-curricular Opportunities

Discover our Co-curricular Online Handbook—your essential guide to enrichment, clubs, sports, music, service, policies, and key dates across all year levels. Visit the handbook to explore opportunities, plan ahead, and get involved in our vibrant co-curricular life.

Absentees

If your child will be absent from school for the day please advise the Senior School Office (phone: 6210 2255, or email: seniorschooloffice@friends.tas.edu.au). We appreciate your support in this process.