The Senior School (Years 10 to 12)
The senior phase of learning develops the skills students have learned in the Middle School. Students are encouraged to focus on doing their best in their academic program and to participate in the co-curricular offerings of the School in order to give balance in their life. All students participate in Chapel and in Religious Education and Values studies. Opportunities to develop leadership skills exist in each year level of senior schooling and, while all students are expected to role model servant leadership, specific leadership roles range from Form Captain to School Captain.
In Year 10, all students study English, Mathematics, History, Science, participate in Health and Physical Education. They also choose three electives. Career education in Year 10 develops students’ awareness of future pathways in helping to achieve their goals. All Year 10 students participate in the Outdoor Education experience at the end of Term 1 and this encourages resilience, creativity, problem solving, group cohesion and leadership.
In Years 11 and 12 students study, as core subjects, English (or English Communication) and Mathematics (Pre-vocational Mathematics, Mathematics A or B) and also choose four electives from the extended list below. However, subjects offered are subject to demand. At this stage of their schooling, students choose subjects that suit their skills and abilities and which complement their future goals. Individual students may follow a pathway that includes vocational training as either a stand alone subject, embedded in an Authority subject, through a school-based traineeship or through a private provider. The subject booklet, which can be downloaded here, gives more detail.
At the end of Year 12, students will receive a Senior Statement listing all their learning during the senior phase of learning. Students who achieve a significant amount of learning at a set standard of achievement and meet literacy and numeracy requirements will be eligible for a Queensland Certificate of Education. Students who complete five Authority subjects, three of which are studied for four semesters, and sit for the Queensland Core Skills Test, will be eligible for an Overall Position and relevant Field Positions.
Note: Courses provided by Registered Training Organisations other than the School are not available to Full-fee Paying Overseas Students.
Subjects available:
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Years 11 and 12 |
Compulsory Subjects
English
Mathematics
Science
History
Religious Education (School subject)
Health and Physical Education (School subject)
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Compulsory Subjects
English or English Communication
Mathematics A or Mathematics B or Prevocational Mathematics
Religious Education (School subject)
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Electives (choose three)
Design Futures
Drama
English as a Second Language
Hospitality Services
French
Geography
German
Business, Finance and Management
Japanese
Learning Enhancement
Music
Sports Science
Visual Arts
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Electives (choose four)
Accounting
Ancient History
Biology
Business Organisation and Management
Business SAS
Chemistry
Drama
Economics
Engineering Technology
French
Geography
German
Hospitality SAS
Mathematics C
Modern History
Certificate II in Creative Industries (Media)
Music
Physical Education
Physics
Study of Religion
Visual Arts
English Extension (Year 12)
Music Extension (Year 12)
German Extension (Year 12)
School-based Traineeships or equivalent modules may replace one of these electives |
THE LEAP PROGRAM
St Hilda’s established the LEAP program in Years 7 to 10 to extend the learning of girls with proven academic track records. The program provides the girls with the opportunities to learn beyond the core curriculum requirements.
Benefits
Students selected for LEAP programs will be required to work diligently throughout the year and to achieve at a higher level. However, there are many rewards for taking on the challenge of LEAP:
- Inquisitive minds are stimulated
- Learning capabilities are extended
- Improved self-confidence
- New challenges
- Enthusiasm for learning among peers
Please download the LEAP booklet for more details
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