If you are an adult wishing to complete your high school education, refer to the options found in the
information for adult learners (DOCX, 274KB).
Enrolling in a state high school as an adult student
If you are a prospective mature age student, your enrolment at a mature age state school is subject to:
- a criminal history check
- how many years of enrolment you have already had in a school
- not having previously been permanently excluded from your preferred school
- the subject availability and capacity of your chosen school
- compliance with all the relevant enrolment requirements.
The following state schools are recognised as mature age state schools:
For more information on becoming a mature age student, visit
mature age student applications, or contact your closest mature age state school.
Schools of distance education
If you live in a remote location or would simply prefer to study from home, you can complete your high school education through a
school of distance education. As these schools offer different programs, please check their websites or contact them directly to determine if their program will meet your needs.
Fee-free distance education is available to mature age applicants who are refused enrolment at a mature age state school or whose principal place of residence is at least
16 kilometres from a mature age state school.
To find out more about home-based learning, contact your preferred
school of distance education.