130 Trailblazers

Since its founding in 1896, St Hilda’s has built a proud legacy of academic excellence and leadership

For 130 years, St Hilda’s has been shaping generations of young women who go on to make meaningful contributions in their fields and communities.

At St Hilda’s, leadership is intentionally cultivated in every girl, every year, through a holistic approach that spans curriculum, cocurricular opportunities, service learning and wellbeing. Grounded in a deep understanding of identity, voice and agency, students are empowered to lead with confidence and compassion, continuing a tradition of excellence that has defined the School for more than a century.

Today, this legacy is reflected in the 130 St Hilda’s trailblazers who have emerged from the School; women distinguished not only by their achievements, but by their character, courage and purpose.

Discover the inspiring stories of our remarkable 130 Trailblazers

Professor Margaret Seares (1965)

Chair of PIAF, Chair of Australia Council, and more

Diana Warnock (1957)

Radio, Women’s Rights, State Politician

Grace Forrest (2010)

Human Rights Activist

Margaret Pitt Morrison (1916)

First Female Architect in WA

Pippin Drysdale (1961)

Ceramic Artist WA, Living Treasure

Jo Horgan (1985)

Founder of MECCA, Melburnian of the Year

Katerina Bara (1999)

Arnhem Aboriginal Council Chairperson

Fiona Stanley (1963)

Epidemiologist and Australian of the Year

Kathleen Prendergast (1927)

First Female Major in the British Army

Elizabeth Mills (1967)

Australian Hall of Fame Paralympian

Explore all 130 St Hilda’s Trailblazers and the incredible impact they made — and continue to make today

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