Located on the picturesque Bay View campus in Mosman Park, St Hilda’s Senior School provides a dynamic, supportive and well-rounded environment designed to support students’ academic, creative, and personal development.
At St Hilda’s Senior School, girls are supported to achieve academic excellence while developing the confidence, character and skills to shape their own extraordinary future. As a leading girls’ school in Perth, our Senior School combines strong academic foundations, expert teaching and personalised pathways with programs designed specifically for girls at each stage of adolescence.
From Years 7 to 12, our girls are encouraged to think deeply, lead with purpose and explore their individual strengths. Through our evidence informed approach to teaching and learning, students build the knowledge, discipline and confidence needed for success in ATAR, vocational pathways and life beyond school.
What sets St Hilda’s apart is our signature programs. Wandering Spirit, our Year 9 Rites of Passage program, supports girls at a pivotal stage of adolescence, helping them develop resilience, self awareness, connection and a stronger sense of identity. ESSTEAM, our entrepreneurship program through the lens of sustainability and STEAM, challenges girls to solve real world problems with creativity, collaboration and enterprise. Our intentional leadership program ensures leadership is not reserved for a select few but is developed in every girl through opportunities to speak up, take initiative, serve others, and lead in ways that feel authentic.
At St Hilda’s, Senior School is more than preparation for exams. It is preparation for life. Our girls graduate with strong academic results, clear pathways, a deep sense of belonging and the confidence to step into the world as inventive, adaptive and compassionate young women.
“Building independent young women is at the heart of what we hope to achieve at the Senior School. A wealth of opportunities allows girls to find their tribe and enjoy the thrill of excelling in an area that’s important to them. Self-confidence and a sense of belonging are our focus on the Bay View campus.”
Andrea McNally
Year 7 and 8 is focused on fostering connections with peers, developing relationships with staff, and becoming familiar with the school and its operations.
The transition to Senior School can be a huge adjustment. Our wellbeing programs are designed to provide students with various skills to traverse this challenging developmental stage.
Exploring your identity, fostering respectful relationships, and opportunities for social and academic growth are explored during Year 9 and 10.
As one of the most important times in a child’s evolvement, significant opportunities beyond the classroom are provided for the girls to encourage self-development and confidence.
A highlight for many students, the final years of school see a significant jump in academic duties, special events and opportunities for student leadership.
Girls’ are encouraged to pursue personal excellence and immerse themselves in all facets of the school.
Our 900-seat Performing Arts Centre provides a professional venue for musical and theatrical productions, guest speakers, and assemblies, while the Dance Studio fosters movement and self-expression in a supportive setting. Students also benefit from a geothermally heated 50-metre swimming pool for training and recreation, as well as a fully equipped gymnasium.
The Bay Café offers a welcoming space for students to unwind and connect, while the serene Chapel provides an opportunity for reflection and spiritual growth. Expansive outdoor facilities – including a spacious oval, tennis, netball, and basketball courts, along with generous green spaces – promote physical activity and teamwork.
Set in a stunning natural location near the Swan River, our campus provides an enriching and inspiring environment where your daughter can thrive.
Learning at St Hilda’s extends well beyond the classroom. Discover the varied opportunities on offer for our Senior School students in all areas of the school, including our high school scholarships.
Compulsory for all Year 9s, Wandering Spirit is a year-long rites of passage program that gives students the tools to develop healthy relationships with others and themselves.
Working late or going away? Our Urban Boarding program means students can stay safely at school after hours and manage their time effectively with studies.
There is no single “right” time to start private school.
Starting in primary school gives girls more time to build friendships, develop confidence and become familiar with the school’s culture before the transition to senior school. It also allows them to benefit from leadership, wellbeing and enrichment programs at an earlier age.
Year 7 is one of the most common entry points into private education because many students are starting a new school together. This creates opportunities to build friendships quickly while benefiting from dedicated transition programs designed specifically for new students.
Ultimately, the best time to start private school is when your daughter is ready to make the most of the academic, social and personal opportunities available. At St Hilda’s, students are supported to thrive whether they join in primary or senior school.
