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S T H I L D A ’S S C H O O L , G O L D C O A S T

G LO BA L L E A R N I N G

YEAR 10 CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM

https://www.sthildas.qld.edu.au/

St Hilda’s School recognises the ever-important need for global education in the 21st Century. We offer opportunities for students to experience a range of educational and real-life cultural immersions locally and around the globe.

GLOBAL LEARNING

AT ST HILDA’S

St Hilda’s School has developed many lasting

relationships with schools across the globe.

The Student Cultural Exchange Program offers

opportunities for girls to study abroad in Canada,

England, Scotland, South Africa, the United States

of America and New Zealand.

St Hilda’s Student Cultural Exchange Program

empowers girls to gain a competitive advantage

and the capability for success in an increasingly

globalised world.

The girls have the opportunity to travel, study

abroad and host a visiting student from another

country.

The Student Cultural Exchange Program has

many benefits.

Girls will gain the knowledge to understand a vast

array of different cultures and community perspectives.

Awareness of the importance in effective

communication empowers girls to understand

personal sensitivity and build interpersonal skills.

The program also offers girls the ability to engage

in “real life” problem solving and ignite interest in

global issues.

Not only are there tremendous educational benefits,

this program also offers girls the chance to develop

resilience, maturity, compassion, acceptance and

self-confidence.

This program offers girls a rewarding global

opportunity and challenges them to embrace

change and celebrate global culture.

YEAR 10 CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM

TABLE OF CONTENTS

3 Year 10 Cultural Exchange Program

4 Global Network of Schools

6 Africa

7 St Mary’s Diocesan School for Girls

8 Australasia

9 Waikato Diocesan School for Girls

10 North America, USA

11 St Paul’s School for Girls

12 St Mark’s School

13 Baylor School

14 The Ellis School

15 North America, Canada

16 Crofton House School

17 Collingwood School

18 United Kingdom

19 St Mary’s Calne

20 Downe House

21 St Mary’s School, Cambridge

22 Wellington School

23 St Gabriel’s School

24 Glenalmond College

25 Applying for an Exchange

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ST HILDA’S SCHOOL, GOLD COAST YEAR 10 CULTURAL EXCHANGE PROGRAM


UNITED KINGDOM St Mary’s Calne, England

Downe House, England

St Mary’s School, England Wellington School, England

St Gabriel’s School, England Glenalmond College, Scotland

NORTH AMERICA Crofton House School, CANADA

Collingwood School, CANADA St Paul’s School for Girls, USA

St Mark’s School, USA

Baylor School, USA

The Ellis School, USA

AFRICA St Mary’s Diocesan

School for Girls,

South Africa

GLOBAL NETWORK OF

SCHOOLS

AUSTRALASIA Waikato Diocesan School for Girls,

New Zealand

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St Mary’s Diocesan School for Girls, Kloof, South AfricaSt Mary’s is a respected school, steeped in tradition and family values.

The School’s heritage, based on Christian values and an understanding of accountability and self, is at the heart of everything that St Mary’s do.

St Mary’s is an all-girls day and boarding school that offers an array of cultural activities that encourage girls to explore their talents in an inspiring and imaginative environment.

St Mary’s also offers girls a vast array of sports such as Athletics, Cross Country, Water Polo, Softball, Netball, Badminton, Hockey, Tennis, Squash, Swimming, Soccer and Lifestyle Sport.

Visit stmarysdsg.co.za

BOARDING OR DAY SCHOOL BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL

CO-EDUCATIONAL OR SINGLE SEX GIRLS’ SCHOOL

EXCHANGE DURATION 5 – 6 WEEKS

STUDENT ACCOMMODATION BOARDING OR HOST FAMILY

SCHOOL ADDRESS

186 DUXBURY RD HILLCREST PRETORIA, 0083 SOUTH AFRICA

SCHOOL WEBSITE stmarysdsg.co.za

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https://www.stmarysdsg.co.za/

https://www.stmarysdsg.co.za/


AUSTRALASIA

Waikato Diocesan School for Girls, Hamilton, New Zealand Waikato Diocesan School for Girls is an Anglican school with a roll of around 650 students.

The school has well-established traditions of excellence and is widely recognised as one of the highest performing schools in New Zealand, with an enviable record of academic, sporting and cultural achievements.

Waikato Diocesan School values international education opportunities and encourages students to embrace the chance to experience living and learning in different countries.

Visit waikatodiocesan.school.nz





SCHOOL ADDRESS660 RIVER RD, CHARTWELL HAMILTON 3210 NEW ZEALAND

SCHOOL WEBSITE waikatodiocesan.school.nz

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http://www.waikatodiocesan.school.nz/

http://www.waikatodiocesan.school.nz/


USA, NORTH AMERICA

St Paul’s School for Girls, Maryland, United States of AmericaSt Paul’s School for Girls educates hearts and minds in an inclusive community that is grounded in the Episcopal values of respect, integrity, and spiritual growth.

St Paul’s empowers voice, nurtures intellectual curiosity and creativity, and inspires confident leaders who serve in the world.

The classroom dynamic this creates allows girls to exercise their natural leadership skills unrestrained in an environment of social and intellectual freedom.

Visit spsfg.org

BOARDING OR DAY SCHOOL DAY SCHOOL


EXCHANGE DURATION 6 WEEKS

STUDENT ACCOMMODATION HOST FAMILY

SCHOOL ADDRESS

11232 FALLS RD LUTHERVILLE-TIMONIUM MARYLAND 21093 USA

SCHOOL WEBSITE spsfg.org

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https://www.spsfg.org/

https://www.spsfg.org/


St Mark’s School is a co-educational, Episcopal, preparatory school, situated on 100 hectares in Southborough, Massachusetts, 40 kilometres from Boston.

Founded in 1865 by Joseph Burnett, who developed and marketed the world-famous Burnett Vanilla Extract, St Mark’s is one of the oldest private boarding schools in New England and is a member of the Independent School League in competitive athletics.

The school’s 65 teachers lead 362 boarding and day students through a rigorous curriculum and a full program of co-curricular activities.

Visit stmarksschool.org

St Mark’s School, Massachusetts, United States of America


CO-EDUCATIONAL OR SINGLE SEX CO-EDUCATIONAL



SCHOOL ADDRESS

25 MARLBORO ROAD SOUTHBOROUGH MASSACHUSETTS 01772 USA

SCHOOL WEBSITE stmarksschool.org

Baylor School, Tennessee, United States of AmericaBaylor School welcomes 1,040 students from 25 countries, 24 states, and dozens of area neighborhoods.

Founded in 1893 Baylor combines a strong academic tradition along with a commitment to innovation.

Small classes and individual instruction are hallmarks of a Baylor education.

Visit baylorschool.org





SCHOOL ADDRESS

171 BAYLOR SCHOOL RD CHATTANOOGA TENNESSEE 37405 USA

SCHOOL WEBSITE baylorschool.org

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https://www.stmarksschool.org/

https://www.stmarksschool.org/

https://www.baylorschool.org/

https://www.baylorschool.org/

The Ellis School, Pennsylvania, United States of AmericaThe mission of The Ellis School is to prepare, empower, and inspire each and every girl through an excellent education in an all-girls environment.

The Ellis School is Pittsburgh’s only age 3 to Grade 12 independent school dedicated to the superior education of girls and young women.

The School continually innovates to ensure that all aspects of the Ellis experience are of the highest calibre and are tailored to help girls thrive in school and excel in life.

Visit theellisschool.org





SCHOOL ADDRESS

THE ELLIS SCHOOL 6425 FIFTH AVENUE PITTSBURGH PENNSYLVANIA 15206 USA

SCHOOL WEBSITE theellisschool.org CANADA,NORTH AMERICA

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https://www.theellisschool.org/

https://www.theellisschool.org/

Crofton House School, Vancouver, CanadaEstablished in 1898, Crofton House School is an exemplary university preparatory day school for girls from junior kindergarten to Grade 12.

Set on a beautiful 4 hectare campus in Vancouver’s Westside, Crofton House is an inclusive, nurturing community of dedicated teachers, involved parents, and enthusiastic students.

Innovative teaching and learning practices and world-class facilities create a unique all-girls’ environment where each girl can reach her full potential.

A Crofton House education offers extraordinary possibilities.

Visit croftonhouse.ca





SCHOOL ADDRESS

3200 WEST 41ST AVENUE VANCOUVER BC V6N 3E1 CANADA

SCHOOL WEBSITE croftonhouse.ca

Collingwood School, Vancouver, CanadaThe Collingwood School was founded in 1984 by an intrepid group of parents seeking an excellent education for their children. Through their efforts their vision became a reality and their commitment to excellence prevails to this day throughout the Collingwood community.

Collingwood students enjoy excellent educational programs, which incorporate the essential components to the fulfillment of each student’s potential: Academics, Arts, Athletics and Service.

Each Collingwood program is designed to encourage every student to be the best that he or she can be.

Visit collingwood.org





SCHOOL ADDRESS

70 MORVEN DRIVE WEST VANCOUVER BC V7S 1B2 CANADA

SCHOOL WEBSITE collingwood.org

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https://www.croftonhouse.ca/

https://www.croftonhouse.ca/

https://www.collingwood.org/

https://www.collingwood.org/

UNITED KINGDOM

St Mary’s Calne, Wiltshire, EnglandAt St Mary’s, girls aim high. St Mary’s encourages ambition, firmly rooted in an understanding of community and the good of others.

Above all, St Mary’s aims that girls learn to enjoy life and to make the most of their undoubted potential.

St Mary’s Calne actively promotes the global dimension throughout school life: through the normal curriculum, enrichment activities and numerous school trips, which form life-long memories for the girls.

Visit stmaryscalne.org




STUDENT ACCOMMODATION HOST FAMILY OR BOARDING

SCHOOL ADDRESS63 CURZON ST CALNE SN11 0DF UNITED KINGDOM

SCHOOL WEBSITE stmaryscalne.org

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http://www.stmaryscalne.org/index.php

http://www.stmaryscalne.org/index.php


Downe House, Berkshire, EnglandDowne House’s aim is to enable, encourage and prepare girls to play a full and positive part in the global community as outstanding women of the future.

The School has specific aims in the following areas: academic performance, pastoral care, enrichment opportunities, leadership, wellbeing, technology and innovation and global understanding and experiences.

There are numerous social, cultural and educational benefits and every experience allows the student to develop openness, flexibility, sensitivity and new perspectives.

Visit downehouse.net




STUDENT ACCOMMODATION BOARDING

SCHOOL ADDRESS

DOWNE HOUSE HERMITAGE RD COLD ASH THATCHAM RG18 9JJ UNITED KINGDOM

SCHOOL WEBSITE downehouse.net

St Mary’s School, Cambridge, EnglandSt Mary’s independence allows us to incorporate the best combination of traditional and modern teaching and learning approaches to be a strong and welcoming school which achieves ‘excellence in every possible area of educational provision’, according to our latest Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) report.

St Mary’s School girls delight in and long cherish their particular memories and friendships from their time at school, and all students are personally known and cherished by teachers and support staff.

Visit stmaryscambridge.co.uk





SCHOOL ADDRESSBATEMAN STREET CAMBRIDGE, CB2 1LY UNITED KINGDOM

SCHOOL WEBSITE stmaryscambridge.co.uk

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https://www.downehouse.net/

https://www.downehouse.net/

http://www.stmaryscambridge.co.uk/

http://www.stmaryscambridge.co.uk/

Wellington School, Somerset, EnglandBased in the market town of Wellington close to beautiful Somerset countryside, Wellington School currently welcomes 650 pupils.

The school’s academic achievements are outstanding. According to the A level league tables, Wellington School is regularly the top performing school in Somerset at A level.

Wellington School’s rounded education provision and extra-curricular activities are equally impressive – from a first-rate music department, outstanding sports coaching and adventurous trips to a host of stimulating clubs and societies.

Visit wellington-school.org.uk





SCHOOL ADDRESS

SOUTH STREET WELLINGTON SOMERSET TA21 8NT UNITED KINGDOM

SCHOOL WEBSITE wellington-school.org.uk

St Gabriel’s School, Berkshire, EnglandA vibrant and thriving day school community of 450 children, 80 teaching staff and 25 support staff, St Gabriel’s combines traditional Christian values and strong pastoral care with a progressive, ‘real world’ attitude.

The School is situated in the spectacular setting of Sandleford Priory, to the south of Newbury, and occupies a beautiful Grade 1 heritage-listed building in 22 hectares of parkland landscaped by Capability Brown.

Pupils at St Gabriel’s experience exceptionally high levels of achievement in so many aspects of school life and have the opportunity, resources and confidence to exploit fully their natural individual potential, whether it is in the classroom, in the concert hall, on stage, on canvas or on the sports field.

Visit stgabriels.co.uk





SCHOOL ADDRESS

SANDLEFORD PRIORY NEWTOWN RD NEWTOWN, GREENHAM NEWBURY RG20 9BD UNITED KINGDOM

SCHOOL WEBSITE stgabriels.co.uk

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https://www.wellington-school.org.uk/

https://www.wellington-school.org.uk/

http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/

http://www.stgabriels.co.uk/

Glenalmond College, Perthshire, ScotlandWith its magnificent buildings and grounds, set in the breath-taking countryside of Perthshire, Glenalmond has been described as the most beautiful school in Scotland.

Glenalmond College is a full boarding and day school for boys and girls aged 12 to 18, situated on a 121 hectare campus in the heart of the Perthshire countryside, just 12 kilometres from Perth and one hour from Edinburgh or Glasgow.

The school has a strong academic focus within the framework of an all-round education, and our full boarding environment benefits boarders and day pupils alike.

Visit glenalmondcollege.co.uk

Girls are invited to attend an information evening

and apply to be a part of the Year 10 Cultural

Exchange Program in Year 9. Places in the Cultural

Exchange program are limited and, as such,

the School undertakes a rigorous application

process before placing girls in the program.

There are many criteria to be considered as a

part of this process and your daughter’s teachers,

Head of Year, Head of School/Boarding and

the School Principal are all involved in the

decision-making process.

Much thought and discussion goes into each

placement, with your daughter’s safety the

School’s primary priority.

Girls who are unsuccessful in applying for the

Cultural Exchange Program are encouraged

to apply for future international opportunities

in Year 10, 11 and 12. Please visit the Global

Learning page on the School’s website for

further information.

Girls are also encouraged to obtain feedback from

Kaitlin Barrell, International Connections Officer

on their application; this will help with personal

growth and better assist with future applications

for programs.

It is important to note that a successful exchange

placement is not guaranteed, even if selection criteria

and requirements as stated in The Application and

Selection Process are met or exceeded.





SCHOOL ADDRESS

BACK AVE GLENALMOND PERTH PH1 3RY UNITED KINGDOM

SCHOOL WEBSITE glenalmondcollege.co.uk

APPLYING FOR AN

EXCHANGEThe St Hilda’s School Student Cultural Exchange program allows girls the opportunity to extend their learning, develop a global perspective and understand that their futures will have an international foundation.

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Dates

Dates for exchange with our partner

schools are negotiated individually

with each school and are highly

influenced by the academic year and

commitments of both St Hilda’s and

the partner school.

The Student Cultural Exchange

Program has the capacity to begin in

January of Year 10 and conclude in

August of Year 11.

Girls are encouraged to apply for the

program with flexibility and resilience in

mind as allocation of students to schools

is influenced by the availability and

number of applicants from our partner

schools, St Hilda’s Boarding School

capacity and students’ educational and

co-curricular commitments.

The period of exchange will vary for

each school and will range between

4 to 6 weeks abroad and 4 to 6 weeks

hosting an exchange student.

Costs

• Parents are still required to pay

St Hilda’s School fees while their

daughter is on exchange.

• Parents are not required to pay fees

at the exchange school. However,

the exchange school may charge

for extra-curricular outings/camps

which fall over the exchange period.

These should be discussed with you

prior to your daughter’s exchange.

• Parents are required to cover all

expenses related to the exchange,

including but not limited to: airfares,

stop-overs, visas, medical insurance

costs and transfers to the exchange

school. These costs and bookings

are to be organised directly between

your family and your travel agent.

• Students are required to pack/

purchase personal stationery such

as notebooks, pens and calculators

for use while they are on exchange.

• Providing an allowance for school

and family outings, additional travel,

souvenirs and so on is at the discretion

of parents and should be discussed

with the host family prior to exchange.

• Parents are required to cover

the costs involved in hosting an

exchange student and, as above,

should discuss costs with the

visiting student’s family prior to

their arrival in Australia.

Additional Requirements

• For a placement in the program to

be offered, the Schools’ Home Stay

accommodation representative

and/or the International

Connections Officer will conduct a

Welfare Home Stay visit and ensure

compliance after the student is

offered a conditional placement.

• For all St Hilda’s families hosting an

Exchange Student in their home in

Australia, all adults over the age of 18

who will be residing in the home at

the time of the exchange must have

an approved Blue Card or Working

With Children Check. For further

information, please see https://www.

bluecard.qld.gov.au/index.html.

Families will be required to apply for

a Blue Card/ Working With Children

Check after the student is offered

a conditional placement.

• Successful applicants and their

families are required to communicate

with the International Connections

Officer and complete the required

documentation for both schools.

• Applicants and their families must

be able to meet the financial

obligations of the exchange.

• Successful applicants must

communicate directly with

their exchange host family and

school where necessary for

sharing information and building

positive relationships.

What Next?

1. Your daughter will need to complete

the ‘Application Form’ and is

encouraged to provide as much

detail as possible. The application

will need to be returned to the

International Connections Officer

by the due date.

2. Once the application due date has

passed, applications will be reviewed

and feedback obtained from teachers.

3. Only shortlisted candidates will

receive an interview.

4. Unsuccessful candidates will

be notified and encouraged to

seek feedback.

5. Successful candidates will be

informed shortly after the interviews

and a suitable exchange placement

will be offered and facilitated as

soon as confirmation of available

placements from our partner

schools is received.

APPLYING FOR AN EXCHANGE

The Application and Selection Process

1. Students are to complete a written application form, obtained

from the Global Learning page on the Schools’ website.

2. Feedback is sought from teachers, Head of Year,

Head of School/Boarding and the School Principal.

3. Successful applicants will be shortlisted following a review

of academic progress, attendance, fee status, attitude,

behavior and commitment to the School’s extracurricular

program and motto.

4. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview for a place.

During the interview, the following will be considered:

• The academic, social and holistic progress and attitude

of the student

• The ability for the student to adapt to new situations

• The ability and maturity of the student to cope with

possibly difficult circumstances

• The aims of the student

5. A conditional offer of placement or unsuccessful notice

will be communicated to applicants.

6. St Hilda’s families hosting an exchange student in their home

in Australia are to lodge Blue Card/Working With Children

Check application (and must receive a successful notice

to be eligible for the program).

7. Home Stay Visit is completed by Kaitlin Barrell,

International Connections Officer and/or a

representative from the School’s home stay company.

8. A final offer will be made to successful applicants.

*All St Hilda’s School fees, tuition or non-tuition must be paid for students to be eligible for exchange.

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Gate 2 Cougal Street, Southport. PO Box 290 Southport 4215 Queensland AustraliaThe Corporation of the Synod of the Diocese of Brisbane trading as St Hilda’s School.

Registered CRICOS Provider No. 00510M

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To find out more about St Hilda’s School and the Year 10 Cultural Exchange Program contact:

Miss Kaitlin Barrell, International Connections Officer +61 7 5577 7297

[email protected] www.sthildas.qld.edu.au

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