Boarding Students FAQ

What is the food like? We provide three well balanced meals per day, which are both nutritional and satisfying, with vegetarians catered for as well. Milo is available as well as facilities for making quick snacks. Morning tea is provided for those in Year 7 to 11 and afternoon tea for Year 7 and 8s. The older girls usually make their own snacks after school. 

What time do I get up? From Monday to Saturday it's a 6.45am wake-up, but on Sunday girls may have a sleep-in, getting up by 9.00am.

Who does my washing? Sheets, towels, sports gear and uniforms are washed by the school laundry. Girls in Year 12 and 13 are required to wash personal clothing themselves.

Can I go to town? Yes.  Younger girls may go to town - "town leave" - on alternate weeks, while the seniors have leave once a week. Theatre leave is often granted on Saturday nights and bike rides and visitors are permitted at certain times during the weekend. Saturday morning shopping is allowed at the matron's discretion.

What happens after school? There will be sports practice on some afternoons. Many girls  get involved in the various choirs or practice music. If your time is free you may change into mufti, go swimming, play tennis, complete assignments, catch up with your washing or just relax with friends until tea time at 5.15pm.

Do I have to wear my uniform all the time? No, at the close of school you may change into mufti, unless you are granted town leave. In the weekends you wear mufti, except for Sunday church services.

What about pocket money? The younger girls can be issued with pocket money by staff, once a week. The senior girls are expected to organise themselves and should have a personal savings account.

What happens when I am sick? The school has its own doctor. If you feel sick then let the matron know. Depending on how you're feeling and the nature of your illness you may stay in your own cubicle or you may be sent home to recuperate.

When can I see my family? Your parents are encouraged to visit you at school. Every three weeks the boarding houses close for exeats on Saturday after sport and open again on Sunday evening. Travel arrangements can be organised through the school office.