Overview

Students looking to enter into Year 5 who have both high academic achievement and strong work ethic are encouraged to apply for the St Hilda's School Years 5 Academic Scholarship. Scholarship applications are open to new and current students.

New Year 5 Scholarship recipients may be invited to join the Year 5 Honours Class.

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

Eligibility

St Hilda's Junior School Academic Scholarships are awarded each year to talented students entering Year 5.

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 to enrolments@sthildas.qld.edu.au in addition to the online enrolment application form (if required).

  • 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.

How to Apply

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Step 1

Complete the EduTest Scholarship Registration Application by the scholarship application closing date. 2025 applications are open and will close February 16 2024.

Step 2

If you are not a current St Hilda's School Student or already enrolled, please complete the St Hilda’s School Enrolment Application.

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Submit supporting documentation to enrolments@sthildas.qld.edu.au. Supporting documentation must be submitted in a single PDF format.

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Sit the Scholarship testing and Music Auditions (if applicable). Results from the Scholarship testing provide comparable results for new and current students. Historically, scholarship interviews have been offered to students who achieve at an exemplary level in the Edutest. The invitation to attend a scholarship interview does not guarantee a scholarship offer. Candidates will be contacted by April with the outcome of their scholarship application.