Head-to-head · 2026
St Michael's Collegiate School 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 2026 schedule and ACARA MySchool. Verified 13 May 2026.
At a glance
The headline differences
- Sector: St Michael's Collegiate School is Anglican; The Friends' School is Quaker.
- Gender: St Michael's Collegiate School is girls; The Friends' School is co-educational.
- Both schools are in Hobart, so catchment + commute considerations are similar.
Comparison
Side-by-side
| Metric | St Michael's Collegiate School | The Friends' School |
|---|---|---|
| City / suburb | Hobart CBD, Hobart | North Hobart, Hobart |
| Sector | Anglican | Quaker |
| Gender | girls | co-educational |
| Year levels | ELC-Year 12 | Pre-K-Year 12 |
| ICSEA | 1140 | 1149 |
| Year 12 fee 2026 | on request | $25,760 |
| Year 7 fee 2026 | on request | $24,040 |
| Boarding | Yes | Yes |
| Founded | 1892 | 1887 |
| Religion | Anglican Church of Australia | Quaker (Religious Society of Friends) |
All fees verified 13 May 2026 against each school's published 2026 schedule. Excludes uniforms, technology, camps, capital + boarding (unless shown).
St Michael's Collegiate School
Standout strengths
- ›Operated by the Sisters of the Church (Anglican)
- ›Up to 40 boarders Years 5-12
- ›5-day, 7-day and casual boarding options
Anglican girls school in Hobart CBD, Hobart. Operated by the Sisters of the Church (Anglican)
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, St Michael's Collegiate School or The Friends' School?
"Better" depends on family priorities. By ICSEA, The Friends' School. By 2026 Year 12 fee, St Michael's Collegiate School 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 St Michael's Collegiate School and The Friends' School?
St Michael's Collegiate School's 2026 Year 12 tuition is $undefined. 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 St Michael's Collegiate School vs The Friends' School?
St Michael's Collegiate School has an ICSEA score of 1140; 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, St Michael's Collegiate School or The Friends' School?
The Friends' School is the older school (founded 1887 vs 1892 for St Michael's Collegiate School).
Do St Michael's Collegiate School or The Friends' School offer boarding?
St Michael's Collegiate School: Yes. The Friends' School: Yes.
Next step
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