Head-to-head · 2026
Guilford Young College vs The Friends' School
Side-by-side 2026 comparison: fees, ICSEA, sector, gender, programs and boarding. Both in Hobart. Sourced from each school's published schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 11 June 2026.
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At a glance
The headline differences
- Sector: Guilford Young College is Catholic; The Friends' School is Quaker.
- The Friends' School offers boarding; Guilford Young College is day-only.
- Year 12 fees differ by $19,260: Guilford Young College is more affordable.
- ICSEA gap of 132: The Friends' School draws from a more advantaged community.
- The Friends' School is the older school (est. 1887 vs 1994).
- Both schools are in Hobart, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | Guilford Young College | The Friends' School |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Glenorchy, Hobart | North Hobart, Hobart |
| Sector | Catholic | Quaker |
| Gender | co-educational | co-educational |
| Year levels | Year 11-Year 12 | Pre-K-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1017 | 1149 |
| Year 12 fee | $6,500 | $25,760 |
| Year 7 fee | on request | $24,040 |
| Boarding | Day school | Yes |
| Founded | 1994 | 1887 |
| Religion | Roman Catholic | Quaker (Religious Society of Friends) |
All fees verified 11 June 2026 against each school's published schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
Guilford Young College
Standout strengths
- ›Senior secondary Catholic college (Years 11-12 only)
- ›Two campuses: Glenorchy and Hobart City
- ›Established by Archdiocese of Hobart with five religious orders
Catholic co-educational school in Glenorchy, Hobart. Senior secondary Catholic college (Years 11-12 only)
See full profile →The Friends' School
Standout strengths
- ›Largest Quaker school in the world
- ›One of two Tasmanian schools offering IB Diploma
- ›47 boarders Years 7-12
Quaker co-educational school in North Hobart, Hobart. Largest Quaker school in the world
See full profile →Common questions
FAQs
Which is better, Guilford Young College or The Friends' School?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, The Friends' School. By 2026 Year 12 fee, Guilford Young College is more affordable. Both are in Hobart. The most meaningful comparison is on culture, programs, transport and entry pathway for your specific child – visit open days and talk to current parents.
What are the 2026 fees for Guilford Young College and The Friends' School?
Guilford Young College's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $6,500. The Friends' School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $25,760 (Year 7: $24,040). Both schools also charge additional levies (technology, camps, capital, uniform) typically adding 8-15% to headline tuition.
What are the ICSEA scores for Guilford Young College vs The Friends' School?
Guilford Young College has an ICSEA score of 1017; The Friends' School has 1149. The Australian median is 1000. ICSEA measures the socio-educational advantage of the school community – it correlates with academic outcomes but does NOT measure teaching quality or value-add. ICSEA is published by ACARA on MySchool.
Which school is older, Guilford Young College or The Friends' School?
The Friends' School is the older school (founded 1887 vs 1994 for Guilford Young College).
Do Guilford Young College or The Friends' School offer boarding?
Guilford Young College: Day school only. The Friends' School: Yes.
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