Homeschool Hobart · Tasmania
Homeschooling in Hobart
9 local places and programs we've checked for homeschool families in Hobart — museums, libraries, nature programs, excursions and local groups. Programs, dates and prices change, so check each provider's site before you plan a visit.
New to homeschooling in Tasmania? Start with our guide to the rules, browse the full Australia resource directory, or read about finding groups and co-ops.
Reading activities
- FreeAll ages
Hobart Library (Libraries Tasmania)
Libraries Tasmania's city branch runs Storytime for ages 3–5, Rock and Rhyme for babies and toddlers, a young writers club for ages 8–15, after-school activities and free school holiday programs. Check the site for current session times and bookings.
Visit libraries.tas.gov.au ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Educational excursions
- Free + paid optionsAges 5–18
Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery guided learning programs
Curriculum-linked programs led by TMAG education staff, onsite or as live digital excursions, covering art, natural history, creative writing and the nature of lutruwita/Tasmania. Programs are booked by school groups at least two weeks ahead, so ask whether a home-education group can book; check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit tmag.tas.gov.au ↗ (opens in a new tab) - PaidAges 6–18
Cascades Female Factory education programs
One-hour tours and workshops at the World Heritage-listed convict site in South Hobart, such as Convict Life and a carding and spinning workshop, linked to HASS and History. Programs are written for school groups, so ask whether a home-education group can book; check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit femalefactory.org.au ↗ (opens in a new tab) - PaidAges 9–18
Port Arthur Historic Site onsite school programs
Guided tours and hands-on workshops such as brickmaking and historical archaeology at the convict site on the Tasman Peninsula, about 90 minutes' drive from Hobart. Programs are booked by schools at least six weeks ahead, so ask whether a home-education group can book; check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit portarthur.org.au ↗ (opens in a new tab) - PaidAll ages
Bonorong Wildlife Sanctuary school groups
Group visits to the wildlife sanctuary and rescue centre north of Hobart include a private guided tour of native animals such as wombats and Tasmanian devils, and a view of the wildlife hospital. Bookings are for school groups, so ask whether a home-education group can book; check the site for current prices.
Visit bonorong.com.au ↗ (opens in a new tab) - PaidAll ages
Maritime Museum of Tasmania groups and tours
The maritime museum on Argyle Street welcomes group visits, either self-managed or with a volunteer guide to interpret the displays on Tasmania's maritime history. The museum also runs school holiday activities; check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit maritimetas.org ↗ (opens in a new tab)
Outdoor learning
- PaidAges 2+
City of Hobart Bush Adventures
Low-cost guided nature activities in Hobart's bushland reserves for children from age two and for families, run by council educators in small groups. Bookings are essential and places are limited; check the site for current dates and prices.
Visit hobartcity.com.au ↗ (opens in a new tab) - FreeAll ages
City of Hobart Bushcare
The council's volunteer bush regeneration program, with groups meeting regularly at reserves around Hobart. Families and children are welcome; children under 16 need a parent or guardian with them at every activity.
Visit hobartcity.com.au ↗ (opens in a new tab) - Free + paid optionsAll ages
Royal Tasmanian Botanical Gardens
Botanic gardens on the Queens Domain with collections that include a Tasmanian native plant collection and a Subantarctic Plant House, plus guided walking tours. The gardens also do seed banking and plant conservation work; check the site for opening hours and tour times.
Visit gardens.rtbg.tas.gov.au ↗ (opens in a new tab)
How homeschooling works in Hobart
In Tasmania, home education is registered by the Office of the Education Registrar under the Education Act 2016. Families submit a home education program that addresses the home education Standards, and registration is renewed each year. The Tasmanian Home Education Advisory Council advises the Registrar on applications.
Homeschooling in Hobart: common questions
Is homeschooling legal in Hobart?
Yes. In Tasmania, home education is registered by the Office of the Education Registrar under the Education Act 2016. Families submit a home education program that addresses the home education Standards, and registration is renewed each year. The Tasmanian Home Education Advisory Council advises the Registrar on applications.
Where can homeschoolers go for excursions in Hobart?
Options we've checked include Tasmanian Museum and Art Gallery guided learning programs, Cascades Female Factory education programs and Port Arthur Historic Site onsite school programs. Many programs are designed for school groups, so ask whether homeschool families or groups can book, and check current dates and prices.
Do libraries in Hobart help homeschoolers?
Libraries we've listed for Hobart include Hobart Library (Libraries Tasmania). Check each library's site for membership, programs and online learning resources that homeschool families can use.
Can I get homeschool tutoring in Hobart?
Many families use a tutor for a tricky subject, senior study or test preparation. Our homeschool tutoring guide explains when it helps and what to ask. Success Tutoring runs learning centres around Australia — check successtutoring.com for a centre near Hobart.
Extra help in Hobart
If your child needs support in a particular subject, our homeschool tutoring guide explains when a tutor helps and what to ask before you sign up.