Scholarships & Bursaries

Overview
Academic scholarships are available for students entering Years 7 and 10 who demonstrate academic excellence in their school record and in the scholarship test. Scholarship applications are open to new and current students. The Scholarship provides part remission of tuition fees, for the successful recipients.

Eligibility
St Hilda's Middle Senior School Academic Scholarships are awarded each year to talented students entering:

• Year 7
• Year 10

It is expected that all Scholarship and Bursary Recipients will maintain a high level of achievement relevant to their Scholarship or Bursary and will consistently contribute and display commitment to St Hilda’s School life.

This encompasses regular attendance at training sessions/lessons and participating in relevant events as well as consistently representing self and school with honour and pride.

Supporting Documentation
Please submit the following supporting documentation in the online scholarship registration form noted in Step 1.

• Daughter’s last two (2) school reports (translated into English and certified as a true and correct copy if necessary)
• Daughter’s most recent NAPLAN results
• A hand-written letter by your daughter to the St Hilda’s School Principal introducing herself and indicating how she will contribute positively to the St Hilda’s School community.
• One relevant reference, one page in length from a teacher, coach or relevant professional. Referees should not be a member of the applicant’s family. Current St Hilda’s students do not require a reference.

Overview
Excellence in Sport is recognised by this scholarship. The student must be able to demonstrate a history of excellence in sport and sustained academic endeavour. These scholarships are available for students entering Years 7 and 10.

As part of St Hilda's commitment to nurturing the talents of individual students, and to align ourselves with the Queensland Government's initiative to identify and develop local athletes that can deliver glory at the 2032 Brisbane Olympics, St Hilda's School is offering a limited number of Scholarships. The purpose of the program is to provide talented and aspiring athletes with the correct support and training, so they may achieve at a high level, whilst providing them with a first-class education.

The Scholarship provides part remission of tuition fees, for the successful recipients.

Eligibility
Please note that Sporting Scholarships are awarded on the basis of a student’s attainment of state and national level in a Queensland Girls Secondary School Sporting Association (QGSSSA) and Brisbane Schoolgirls Rowing Association (BSRA) sports where St Hilda’s School participates. Eligible sports include:

• Tennis
• Basketball
• Football (Soccer)
• Touch Football
• Netball
• Volleyball
• Cricket
• AFL
• Badminton
• Artistic Gymnastics
• Cross Country
• Athletics
• Rowing

For students to remain eligible for this scholarship, they must train and compete in their field of expertise for St Hilda's School. To be eligible to apply for a sports scholarship, applicants must be competing at a state or national level. It is expected that all Scholarship and Bursary Recipients will maintain a high level of achievement relevant to their Scholarship or Bursary and will consistently contribute and display commitment to St Hilda’s School life. This encompasses regular attendance at training sessions/lessons and participating in relevant events as well as consistently representing self and school with honour and pride.

Applicants must have the drive to succeed and appetite to achieve in the areas of academic, co-curricular and the life of the school. The Scholarships are open to new and existing students in Years 7 and 10, and the successful applicants will be required to act as ambassadors for St Hilda’s School and St Hilda’s Aquatics. It is expected that the St Hilda’s Scholarship Recipients will maintain a high level of achievement and will consistently contribute and display commitment to St Hilda’s School life.

This encompasses regular attendance at training sessions and participating in relevant events as well as consistently representing self, School and St Hilda’s Aquatics Club with honour and pride.

Supporting Documentation
Please submit the following supporting documentation in the online scholarship registration form noted in Step 1.

• Daughter’s last two (2) school reports (translated into English and certified as a true and correct copy if necessary)
• Daughter’s most recent NAPLAN results
• A hand-written letter by your daughter to the St Hilda’s School Principal introducing herself and indicating how she will contribute positively to the St Hilda’s School community
• One relevant reference, one page in length from a teacher, coach or relevant professional. Referees should not be a member of the applicant’s family
• Curriculum Vitae of the candidate’s sport/s and performance/achievement levels over the past two years
• A list of representation at State and National levels
• Information about participation in special sports or coaching programs
• Copy of all relevant sport results and/or achievements

Overview
The Betty and Sheila Daley, and Hutchinson Fittock Isolated Children’s Boarding bursaries are considered for girls from a remote area who demonstrate a strong desire to attend St Hilda’s School and whose families may require additional assistance to provide the opportunity for their girls to become a part of and contribute to the St Hilda’s School community in Years 7 and 10.

The Scholarship provides part remission of boarding fees, for the successful recipient.

Eligibility
It is expected that all Scholarship and Bursary Recipients will maintain a high level of achievement relevant to their Scholarship or Bursary and will consistently contribute and display commitment to St Hilda’s School life. This encompasses regular attendance at training sessions/lessons and participating in relevant events as well as consistently representing self and school with honour and pride.

For recipients in Years 7 and 10, ongoing reviews of Scholarships and Bursaries will take place with a relevant member of St Hilda’s School staff. These reviews will discuss progress and performance and ensure that girls are feeling supported and able to meet expectations.

Boarding Bursary’s are awarded to families in financial need and parent eligibility to receive LAFHA will be considered. Parent financial statements may be requested.

Students applying for a boarding bursary are not required to sit the scholarship testing or register for EduTest

Supporting Documentation
Please submit the following supporting documentation in the online scholarship registration form noted in Step 1.

• One relevant reference, one page in length from a teacher, coach or relevant professional. Referees should not be a member of the applicant’s family
• Daughter’s last two (2) school reports (translated into English and certified as a true and correct copy if necessary)
• Daughter’s most recent NAPLAN results
• A hand-written letter by your daughter to the St Hilda’s School Principal and Foundation Board introducing herself and indicating how she will contribute positively to the St Hilda’s School community

*Parent financial statements with supporting documents may be requested.

Overview
We believe that every young woman deserves the opportunity to wear the St Hilda’s School uniform. The newly-created Foundation Scholarship provides students with a unique St Hilda’s experience, where it otherwise wouldn't be possible.

The Scholarship provides full remission of tuition fees, for one student entering Year 10.

Eligibility
It is expected that the St Hilda’s Foundation Scholarship Recipient will maintain a high level of achievement and will consistently contribute and display commitment to St Hilda’s School life. This encompasses regular attendance at training sessions/lessons and participating in relevant events as well as consistently representing self, School and the Foundation with honour and pride.

Applicants must have the drive to succeed and appetite to achieve in the areas of academic, co-curricular and the life of the school. The St Hilda’s Foundation is open to a new day student in Year 10 each year. The successful applicant will be required to act as an ambassador for St Hilda’s School and St Hilda’s Foundation.

The successful applicant must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Australia.

Supporting Documentation
Please submit the following supporting documentation in the online scholarship registration form noted in Step 1.

• One relevant reference, one page in length from a teacher, coach or relevant professional. Referees should not be a member of the applicant’s family
• Daughter’s last two (2) school reports (translated into English and certified as a true and correct copy if necessary)
• Daughter’s most recent NAPLAN results
• A hand-written letter by your daughter to the St Hilda’s School Principal and Foundation Board introducing herself and indicating how she will contribute positively to the St Hilda’s School community

*Parent financial statements with supporting documents may be requested.

Overview
Music students of any instrumental or vocal study entering Years 7 and 10 are encouraged to apply for a St Hilda’s School Music Scholarship. The successful candidate will be expected to continue her musical tuition and studies for the duration of the scholarship and contribute to the musical life of the school.

The Scholarship provides part remission of tuition fees, for the successful recipient.

Eligibility
AMEB Grade 5 or higher is the minimum performance standard required.

Auditions will be held at St Hilda's School. For students unable to attend a face-to-face audition, a virtual audition will be made available. Current St Hilda's Students are not required to sit an audition and will be assessed by their music teacher in class.

It is expected that all Scholarship and Bursary Recipients will maintain a high level of achievement relevant to their Scholarship or Bursary and will consistently contribute and display commitment to St Hilda’s School life.

This encompasses regular attendance at training sessions/lessons and participating in relevant events as well as consistently representing self and school with honour and pride.

Supporting Documentation
Please submit the following supporting documentation in the online scholarship registration form noted in Step 1.

• Daughter’s last two (2) school reports (translated into English and certified as a true and correct copy if necessary)
• Daughter’s most recent NAPLAN results
• A hand-written letter by your daughter to the St Hilda’s School Principal introducing herself and indicating how she will contribute positively to the St Hilda’s School community
• One relevant reference, one page in length from a teacher, coach or relevant professional. Referees should not be a member of the applicant’s family
• Curriculum Vitae of the candidate’s musical involvement and achievements over the past two years including the instrument/s played, level achieved, their teacher/s, and musical participation (eg. bands, ensembles, choirs)

Overview
The St Hilda’s Old Girls’ Association (OGA) offers a bursary for the daughter or granddaughter of an OGA member entering as a new student in Years 7 and 10. Applicants must demonstrate academic excellence in their school record and scholarship testing.

The Scholarship provides part remission of tuition fees, for the successful recipient.

Eligibility
It is expected that all Scholarship and Bursary Recipients will maintain a high level of achievement relevant to their Scholarship or Bursary and will consistently contribute and display commitment to St Hilda’s School life.

This encompasses regular attendance at training sessions/lessons and participating in relevant events as well as consistently representing self and school with honour and pride.

For recipients in Years 7 and 10, ongoing reviews of Scholarships and Bursaries will take place with a relevant member of St Hilda’s School staff. These reviews will discuss progress and performance and ensure that girls are feeling supported and able to meet expectations.

Supporting Documentation
Please submit the following supporting documentation in the online scholarship registration form noted in Step 1.

• Daughter’s last two (2) school reports (translated into English and certified as a true and correct copy if necessary)
• Daughter’s most recent NAPLAN results
• A hand-written letter by your daughter to the St Hilda’s School Principal introducing herself and indicating how she will contribute positively to the St Hilda’s School community
• One relevant reference, one page in length from a teacher, coach or relevant professional. Referees should not be a member of the applicant’s family

Overview
St Hilda’s School is proud to partner with Yalari to provide Indigenous children from regional, rural and remote communities across Australian an opportunity for a St Hilda’s School education from Years 7 to Year 12 with a full Boarding Scholarship.

Yalari believe education is the key to generational change and a brighter future for Indigenous Australians and for our nation. We are deeply committed to the ongoing success of our national program of scholarships, student support and post-school opportunities.

Applications
To apply for a Yalari Scholarship for your daughter, please visit Yalari’s website and apply directly https://www.yalari.org/