Year 11 and 12
At St Hilda’s Perth private high school students take responsibility and chart their own course through this challenging yet rewarding final phase of their school journey. As role models, our girls lead by example as they strive for personal excellence.
Year 11: Academic Growth, Personal Development, and Leadership Opportunities
Year 11 marks a pivotal year as students begin their chosen WACE pathway, with a strong academic focus and an emphasis on personal growth. The Year 11 program is designed to support students in achieving both academic and personal success while preparing them to take on leadership roles within the school community. Pastoral care sessions address the transition from Year 10, helping students navigate the changes they face academically and socially. Building on the foundations laid in the Wandering Spirit program, Year 11 students are equipped with strategies for effective learning, goal setting, and emotional and physical wellbeing.
The academic year includes important milestones such as examinations in Term 2 and Term 4, alongside continuous reporting through SEQTA Engage and SEQTA Learn. This provides timely feedback for students and parents, ensuring that any necessary adjustments can be made. Course reports are issued at the end of each semester to monitor progress.
In addition to academic development, Year 11 students participate in a range of special events designed to enhance their school experience, including the Year 11 Dance, a ski trip, and the election of Year 12 leadership positions for the following year. The year concludes with a reflection day, allowing students to assess their growth. Throughout the year, students are also encouraged to continue their community service, further developing their leadership skills and sense of responsibility.
Year 12: Leadership, Academic Excellence, and Life Beyond St Hilda’s
Year 12 is a memorable and transformative year, filled with special events and opportunities for leadership. Senior students take on key positions of responsibility, which are vital to the leadership of the student body. To signify their leadership role, Year 12 students wear a special Year 12 tie and leavers’ jumper.
Throughout the year, students participate in significant events such as the Year 12 Ball, Mother-Daughter Event, Father-Daughter Dinner, St Hilda’s Day, Valedictory Celebration, and the Graduation and Awards Ceremony, all of which mark their journey at St Hilda’s, as well as many cocurricular opportunities.
The academic program is rigorous and includes examinations in Term 2, followed by final school-based exams at the end of Term 3. The year starts with a focus on tracking student progress, supported by a Progress Report in Term 1, which is complemented by a Parent/Teacher evening. Continuous reporting via SEQTA Engage and SEQTA Learn ensures that students receive timely feedback to enhance their learning.
The Pastoral Care program provides comprehensive support for students throughout the year, ensuring they are well-prepared for the ATAR examinations and any VET courses they may undertake. Students are also equipped with skills for life beyond St Hilda’s. An individual interview helps each student reflect on their future plans, and tertiary-bound students are guided through the university application process and kept informed about scholarships and available courses at universities and tertiary institutions nationwide. This year is dedicated to both celebrating their journey and preparing them for the next steps in their academic and personal lives.
