School attendance and absences
Starting, attending, and finishing school
For more information about school starting and leaving ages, and exemption from attending school, see the Starting and leaving ages page.
Reasons your child can be absent from school
If your child is absent from school, it is important that you discuss the reason with your child’s Principal or a staff member as soon …
Student accommodation
If you are a rural or regional student wishing to study Year 11 and 12 at a college, you can apply for a place in one of our three student residences.
Aboriginal Education Services
About Aboriginal Education Services
We provide services to schools to enable:
Aboriginal Education Services (AES) work within the Development and Support Division. AES develop strategies, resources, policies and guidelines. These support:
Our work is guided by Tasmania’s Aboriginal Education Framework and acknowledges Tasmania’s unique socio-cultural context. It responds to the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Strategy.
Staff, …
How to enrol as an international student in Tasmanian Government schools
Full Fee Paying Students (FFPS)
This information is for students who are looking to apply for a student visa to study in Tasmania. If you are unsure what visa you are applying for, please email info@geti.tas.gov.au
Tasmanian schools deliver the Australian curriculum and have a history of academic excellence. Our schools offer a great selection of subjects. …
About Aboriginal Education Services
We provide services to schools to enable:
Aboriginal Education Services (AES) work within the Support and Development Division. AES develop strategies, resources, policies and guidelines. These support:
Our work is guided by Tasmania’s Aboriginal Education Framework and acknowledges Tasmania’s unique socio-cultural context. It responds to the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Education Strategy.
The Orb
The Orb is …
Support for gifted and highly able students online courses
Did you know?
All students need to have learning where they can experience success. Schools have a wide variety of opportunities available for gifted and highly able students. Learning that extends skills and knowledge must be available daily. Development in areas of student passion and strength is very important. Looking after the wellbeing of gifted and …