FARRER Memorial Agricultural High School has established an enviable reputation as a centre of excellence in academics, agriculture, welfare, sports and academic programs.
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Catering to the education of both day and boarding students, Farrer is the sole government provider of boys’ education in a regional setting, and the only boys’ agricultural school in Australia.
The school is set on 191 hectares of prime agricultural land, 10 kilometres from Tamworth and has 600 students enrolled: 350 boarders and 250 day boys.
Farrer is committed to a holistic, integrated approach to develop a culture of academic success, providing a broad curriculum with an emphasis on whole school programs. Agriculture is a central focus, providing opportunities for problem solving and practical education that flow on to all aspects of the school.