Immersive Learning across the Grades
At MLC School, learning is more than what happens in the classroom, it’s a journey of curiosity, connection and growth. This term, students from Kindergarten to Year 12 have embraced a rich array of experiences that reflect our commitment to nurturing confident, compassionate and globally-minded young women.
Kindergarten students began their exploration of the natural world with a visit to Calmsley Hill City Farm, where they met farm animals, learned about living things, and enjoyed a hands-on day of discovery.
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Year 1 Explore Lane Cove National Park
Year 1 ventured into Lane Cove National Park, building shelters for lizards, mapping the bushland, and creating collaborative artworks inspired by nature, an experience that fostered teamwork and environmental awareness.
My favourite thing was playing the team games at the end. I loved the chicken and duck game!
– Amelia
I loved when we walked along the river. We found a cockatoo hiding in the branches!
– Audrey
Something I learned was that you can build a shelter out of sticks!
– Kaitlyn
– Bernadette Weston
Acting Year 1 Coordinator
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Celebrations, Commemorations and Culture Learning for Year 3
Year 3 explored Sydney’s cultural diversity through their Celebrations and Commemorations project, walking through Chinatown and the Chinese Garden of Friendship. They learned how different communities honour heritage and tradition, and expressed their creativity by crafting vibrant Chinese dragons.
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Year 8 Immersion to Mudgee
In the Senior School, Year 8 students deepened their understanding of Indigenous culture during their Immersion to Mudgee. Through Dreaming stories, traditional ceremonies and reflective learning, they gained new perspectives and a greater appreciation for Aboriginal heritage and resilience.
The students were also asked to reflect on how the Immersion program had impacted their understanding of Indigenous culture. Here are some of their responses:
‘The Immersion program was able to help me understand more of the Indigenous culture like the ceremonies that happened and how the Dreaming stories relate to everyday life.’
– Euna (Year 8)
‘It let me see everything from a new perspective and help understand the belief and culture of Aboriginal people better, seeing how they do things and watching their dances and listening to their Dreaming stories really let me understand how their view on the world is so different from Western civilisation.’
– Ruth (Year 8)
‘I gained a very deep understanding of the prejudices that Aboriginal people have faced and also opened me up to a wide variety of ceremonies that were enjoyable and made me feel a sense of belonging.’
– Ivy (Year 8)
‘I learnt more about their culture and the way their societies worked, and how they still work now after the profound effect of colonisation. I wasn’t aware of the initiation processes and enjoyed finding out about how and why they were carried through.’
– Audrey (Year 8)
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Year 10 Drama Excursion to Trophy Boys
Year 10 Drama students attended the satirical play Trophy Boys at Carriageworks, engaging with themes of masculinity, privilege and power. The performance and Q&A session offered valuable insights into characterisation, staging and contemporary Australian theatre, skills they’ll carry into their senior studies.
Culture College – A Life Changing Experience
One of the year’s most transformative experiences was Culture College, where students travelled to North East Arnhem Land to learn from Yolngu elders on Country. Immersed in traditional dance, storytelling, language and kinship systems, students returned with a deeper understanding of Indigenous knowledge and a profound sense of connection.
Students were welcomed into Yolngu families, received skin names, and engaged in traditional practices including weaving, storytelling, dance, and language. Highlights included meeting Yalmay Yunupiŋu, visiting the Buku Art Centre, and learning about Macassan–Yolngu history. Each night, students gathered around the fire for reflection and ceremony. The experience deepened their understanding of Indigenous culture and left a lasting impact—an unforgettable journey of connection, learning, and transformation on Country.
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These experiences reflect the heart of an MLC School education, where academic excellence is enriched by real-world learning, cultural engagement and personal growth. For families considering MLC School, this is a glimpse into the vibrant, values-driven environment where girls are empowered to explore, lead and thrive.