From the Head of Junior School

Congratulations to Booralee House for their wonderful assembly this week. Booralee Junior School house are supporting the School’s Colour Run for Sony Camp.  

Student Achievements 

Our Junior School students have been excelling in various competitions and events, showcasing their talents and hard work. We are proud to announce that our ISDA Debating team won this year’s grand final. Additionally, our students secured second place in the duologue section at the Parramatta Eisteddfod and also took second place at the Sydney Eisteddfod. We also placed second at the Junior Chamber Strings Eisteddfod, an outstanding achievement. One of our talented Year 6 artists, Mia Li, was a finalist in the Young Archies, with another artwork displayed in Vivid. You can read more about her work in this newsletter. These achievements highlight the high standards across many facets of learning at our School.  

Groove at the Factory Theatre

On Wednesday evening our Junior School band musicians preformed with our Senior School girls at the Factory Theatre in Marrickville. Titled Groove, this annual event has been a wonderful opportunity for our students to perform in a public venue. Congratulations to our Music Department and all performers. Yo can read more about this in this article.

Junior School Athletics Carnival 

We had the perfect weather and the best day for our Kindergarten to Year 5 Athletics Carnival. It was a delight to see the parents dressed up, (some with cheer posters) getting into the spirit of the day. Mooramoora won the House Cheer. We will announce the overall winning team with the age champions at assembly next week. 

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We look forward to a number of events coming up next week including the Puppy Pageant on Monday 23 June (see article in this newsletter for more information), Illuminate on Tuesday evening and the Colour Run on Friday afternoon. 

– Daniel Sandral
Head of Junior School

Junior School Prescott House: Dress As a Dog Day – In Support of Seeing Eye Dogs Australia

On Monday, 23 June 2025 the Junior School Prescott House is holding a Dress as a Dog day fundraiser as our service initiative for 2025, to support Seeing Eye Dogs Australia, and the Senior School Prescott Puppy Pageant, so please bring a gold coin donation. 

This is a mufti day for all students in Pre-Kindergarten to Year 5 with a twist – you need to dress with dog accessories!  

Prescott House will hold a Puppy Stall on the Red Carpet on Monday morning before school, where students can buy their accessories for the day. There’s a limited supply, so make sure you get in quick! But of course, you can make your own costume! 

You can buy: 

• Puppy ear head bands: $5 
• Paw print house-coloured wrist bands $2 
• Paw print house-coloured pencils and mini note pads $2 
• Guess the teacher’s pet competition $1  

All Junior School, Pre-K to Year 5 will watch the pageant at lunchtime. 

Looking forward to seeing your outfit for Dress as a Dog day! 

– Michelle Hiss
Junior School Prescott House Patron 

Year 5 Sun Safety Workshop

Year 5 students have been learning about sun safety this term. They discussed UV radiation, skin damage, proper sunscreen application, Australians’ risk of skin cancer, and protection strategies. This week, students attended a sun safety workshop featuring Channel 7 reporter Kirstie Fitzpatrick, dermatologist Dr. Phillip Tong, representatives from SC Johnson sunscreen, MakMar shade designers, and senior students from Kambala with UV cameras. They learned about sun damage and even saw projections of their appearance at age 77.

‘On Thursday 19th Year 5 had a fun and educational day filled with so many vital facts that year five will use for the rest of our lives! There were many ways that year five not only got to learn about the sun but also about the different types of skin! At one point in the sun safe workshop, we got to analyse our skin and see how we could protect it even more. We got to try varied materials that could make sun sails and shade which will help us in our STEM/PDHPE project. We took part in quiz at the end to see how much we took away from the workshop. I now know that keeping our skin safe and healthy from the sun is vital for our future!’
– Mila Coote (Year 5)

‘People in Australia don’t realise how much damage the sun does to us. We have a hole in the ozone layer, which increases our risk of getting sunburn, and in turn, melanoma and other types of skin cancer. I learned all of this Thursday this week, when Year 5 had a sun safety workshop. We learnt about how much damage the sun really does to us, what our skin looks like under a UV light, and much more. And we went hands-on and got our own sample of sunscreen.  I learned lots of things, and I am now very aware about sun safety, skin cancer and the importance of sunscreen.’
 – Layla Montogomery (Year 5)

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Author Tristan Bancks Visits MLC School

‘I speak on behalf of all Year 6 when I say that having Tristan Bancks visit was very exciting. We got to hear about how he wrote of all his books. He confessed that it actually took him quite a long time to finish them, up to ten years. He helped us to understand that he needed the right setting to create his works, using playlists of music to help capture the mood of the scene. He also explained that he got his ideas from holidays, such as the wooden cabin in his book, Two Wolves. He composes book trailers for every novel he makes. Overall, this experience was interesting and educational.’

– Louise Piggott
Head of Library Services, Extended Essay Coordinator

Round Square Show-and-Tell: ‘How My School Cares for the Planet’

Recently, the Environment Captains met for a Round Square Show-and-Tell around ‘How My School Cares for the Planet,’ meeting with schools from India, UAE, and around New South Wales. During this meeting, we shared the ways that our school is environmentally friendly. We also gained some new ideas for the ways that our school can care for our planet, such as native animal shelters and beehives with native bees.

We are also excited to share a new program, called Waste-Free Wednesday, where every Wednesday, we bring food with no wrapping to reduce our waste. Starting next week, every fortnight, there will be a challenge to make our school more environmentally friendly. At the end of this term, there will be a Kahoot! about the environmentally friendly features of our school.

Girls involved:

• Layla Montgomery (Year 5)
• Caitlyn Law (Year 5)
• May Zaichkowsky (Year 5)
• Olivia Sivieng (Year 5)
• Skye Nguyen (Year 5)

– Bridget Woods
Teacher

Year 2 Excursion – “Stories from the Reef” at the Sydney Opera House

On Thursday 12 June Year 2 embarked on an exciting journey into the city for an unforgettable excursion to the iconic Sydney Opera House. The day was filled with excitement, discovery, and learning, as students experienced the magic of live performance and explored one of Australia’s most famous landmarks.

The highlight of the excursion was attending Stories from the Reef, a vibrant and engaging workshop celebrating the beauty and diversity of life of the Sydney Opera House Artificial Reef Project. Through movement, puppetry, and storytelling, the workshop brought to life the underwater world of the harbour in a way that was both educational and entertaining. Students were captivated by the colourful sea creatures, the environmental themes, and the important messages about caring for our environment.

Students also took part in a guided tour of the Opera House. They were fascinated to learn about the history, architecture, and behind-the-scenes workings of this world-renowned performing arts centre. From walking through the concert hall foyers to peeking into the theatres and rehearsal spaces, the tour provided a unique insight into what goes on beyond the stage.

The excursion linked with current learning in Dance and Drama and CLP, reinforcing themes of storytelling, systems and sustainability, and Under the Sea. It was also a wonderful opportunity for students to practice being responsible, respectful members of the school community while out and about in the city.

The girls all had such a fantastic day, and we’re sure it’s a day the students will remember for years to come!

– Samantha Anderson
Dance and Drama Teacher 

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Important – Private Music Tuition Withdrawals and Updates

The deadline for notification of withdrawal has passed. Unless written confirmation was emailed to music@mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au, all private music tuition fees will be charged to Term 3 fee statements, and no refunds will be provided. Any notifications received between now and 10am Friday 12 September will take effect from Term 4, 2025.

Private Music Tuition Withdrawal policy Term 2 2025

– Trevor Mee
Director of Music

Year 7

Well done to Year 7 this week, finalising assessments for the term, working hard and giving their all. It was so nice to see Year 7 running activities for their Year 11 Big Sisters on Thursday. I saw Kahoot’s with baby photos, scavenger hunts, hot seat and celebrity head games being run by the amazing Year 7s, fostering their vertical connections at MLC School.

Week 9 (starting Monday 23 June) in Term 2 is traditionally a very fun and exciting week. It is Round Square Week so stay tuned for all the activities that will be on including; Prescott Puppy Pageant, Illuminate and the Colour Run!

Colour Run – Additional Information from the Learning Enhancement Department

The following will be in place for any student requiring adjustments to support their participation in the Colour Run.

• A sheltered tent will be available for students needing a quiet, alternate space to take a break. This will be staffed by the Learning Enhancement Department.
• A staff member from the Learning Enhancement Department will be actively visible throughout the event to support monitoring of students.
• Students will also have access to the First Aid Tent if needed
• Students have the option to “opt-out” of running in the colour run. If this is the case, students are encouraged to inform their Head of Year and identify an alternate form of participation in the event if at all possible.

You can read more about the colour run and register here.

Year 7 Camp Reflections

And finally, please enjoy these wonderful reflections from some Year 7 students about their camp experiences.

‘Camp was fun but also really scary in some parts. I was really proud of doing rock climbing and abseiling because I didn’t think I could do it and it was my first time. I was really nervous, especially for abseiling, but my friends cheered me on and I just did it. I enjoyed sleeping in tents and being with friends outside of school. One hard thing was sleeping away from home, but I got used to it after the first night. I’ll remember how it felt to finally get down the wall and how proud I was of myself. Camp showed me I can do more than I thought.’
– Olivia Wang (Year 7)

‘The Year 7 camp was great and amazing 🙂 This camp was an opportunity for us to grow as people. The highlight of the camp for us was the abseiling activity, which we both enjoyed immensely (we went down the highest course together three times 🙂 ). Tenting was a challenge for us as it wasn’t something we were used to doing, however with the comfort of our friends and teachers, we made it through. The memorable experiences of camp and the many friendships we made are aspects that we will cherish in our hearts forever.’
– Jasmine Luo (Year 7) and Ava Xu (Year 7)

‘Camp in the Blue Mountains was such an adventure! We did rock climbing and abseiling, which was scary but so fun. It was absolutely freezing the whole time, but we still had a great experience. Our group leader, Nick, was super supportive and made everything more enjoyable. The views were beautiful, and even though we were cold, we all worked together and had the best time challenging ourselves and making memories.’
– April Cookson (Year 7)

‘During the camp, I had a great time sleeping in my cabin, which felt cozy and relaxing after a day full of activities. One of the highlights was when I challenged myself with abseiling — it was scary at first, but I felt proud after doing it. We also spent some nights sleeping in tents, which was a fun and different experience. On the tent day, we made our own dinner, and it turned out really good. We also made yummy damper, which was a fun activity and tasted delicious. The food throughout the camp was great, and I especially enjoyed the lunch and dinner they provided each day. We had really good camp leaders who were friendly, supportive, and made the whole experience even better. One day, we went on a 6km hike surrounded by beautiful vibes and stunning scenery, which made the long walk totally worth it. I also got to bring my digi camera, so I captured lots of fun memories and amazing views. Overall, it was an exciting and memorable adventure.’
– Aria Fanos (Year 7)

‘During the 4 days and 3 nights at camp in the Blue Mountains, I was proud of hiking the 7km, and for being brave enough to abseil for the first time, even though I was nervous at first. I really enjoyed sharing cabins and tents with my friends, and doing fun activities like the tent activities (that included cooking burritos, learning to set up a tent, and a night walk), as well as team challenges and games on the last day. I’ll always remember the beautiful views from the hikes and how proud I felt after stepping out of my comfort zone. This camp experience taught me to endure challenges, and I’ll take that lesson with me for life.’
– Susie Wang (Year 7)

‘My camp week was an amazing experience. We had lots of fun, we reconnected with each other, we created new bonds with people we wouldn’t have imagined. On the first day once we got to the cabin site we were playing games and exploring the area. Then we made damper we had to collect sticks to make fire and then we got settled in our cabins. Then the next day we did rock climbing and abseiling it was quite the experience some people were scared and others were excited. The next day we did hiking, we did a long, long hike for the whole day, that night we slept in tents. On the day we were supposed to leave we spent the day playing games it was the best year 7 camp experience! My personal favourite experience was abseiling even though I was scared. I was proud of overcoming my fear of heights. I faced quite a lot of challenges especially being homesick, I missed my parents a lot, and I overcame it by trying to forget about it and by having fun.’ 
– Elva Wu (Year 7)

‘During this Year 7 Camp, something that I really enjoyed doing during camp was going abseiling. I found that it was very engaging to do, and it’s also a challenge to finish it which makes it even more fun. Even though I didn’t make it to the highest abseil, I still found the activity enlightening and I’m still proud of myself for making it to the intermediate abseil. I also enjoyed the hike along the Blue Mountains area as the views were amazing, and you really feel like you’ve accomplished something when you make it to the top. This really made me reflect on the value of when you work hard towards something, the result is always worthy of the effort, like how the view were worth the treacherous climb. Overall, I really enjoyed this whole camping experience in the Blue Mountains. Though there were a few challenges to get through (e.g. Sleeping in the tents in cold weather) we could easily solve those issues by wearing more layers, the whole experience was wholesome in general and I learnt a lot from this camp.’
– Charlotte Hui (Year 7)

‘Year 7 camp was an unforgettable experience that taught me so much about myself and my classmates. I’m really proud of pushing myself to try abseiling , even though I was scared at first—it felt amazing to face my fear and do it anyway! I really enjoyed spending time with my friends and playing fun team games. One of the biggest challenges was being away from home for the first time, but I got through it by talking with my parents and reminding myself how lucky I was to be there. I’ll always remember the laughs we shared, the confidence I gained, and the way we all supported each other—those are lessons I’ll take with me for life.’
– Elly Chen (Year 7)

‘Having our camp at the Blue Mountains was one of the unforgettable journeys of my life. From abseiling down steep cliffs to rock climbing up towering cliffs, every single moment pushed me just a little bit further out of my comfort zone. I was also exceptionally proud of myself for getting to the top of the green rock wall, even though I doubted myself, I pushed all my worries away and focused on each step I was taking. One of my key moments of the camp trip was making damper over the camp fire. Some were burnt some were undercooked, but in the end no matter how yours was cooked they were all delicious. Sleeping in tents was definitely the most challenging, especially with the freezing temperatures overnight. I had to put on a bunch of layers and I still woke up freezing. I also loved how all of us pushed through the 7km hike and shared a bunch of stories that we may not have. Camp teaches us how to bond, and makes us do things you might not have done, it’s crazy how at camp you see people differently and they become a completely different person. It had taught me that even though the conditions were tough, there’s always a way to make memories that last.’
– Fedra Nikolakopoulos (Year 7)

‘As we arrived at Katoomba, my face was hit by a cool gush of wind, brushing against my skin. Over the 4 days of freezing cold weather, I experienced various challenges and obstacles, that I both enjoyed and overcame. My favourite activity was rock climbing up the huge cliffs of the Blue Mountains, and abseiling back down. After convincing myself to complete the highest wall, that reached up to 50m, I reluctantly abseiled down. When I reached the ground, I felt accomplished, and relieved that I had completed it. Later that night we did a bush walk through the track, walking by the breathtaking views of the 3 sisters, and spotting various flora and fauna. Year 7 camp was an amazing experience, where we built strong friendships and skills like courage and collaboration, and was a memory that will stick with me for the rest of my life.’
– Felicity Kouch (Year 7)

‘Alice and I are both very proud of putting ourselves out there and trying all the things camp had to offer. We enjoyed being outdoors and seeing possums at 5am. We were challenged when we had to do abseiling and rock climbing. We were scared at first but when we started doing it, it was actually so much fun. Alice and I overcame our fear by persevering and doing it anyway. We will always remember Ms Stolzi’s wake up call, when she ran into everyone’s cabins and played music really loudly (it was hilarious).’
– Anelise Storino (Year 7) and Alice Baker (Year 7)

‘Camp was an amazing experience overall. There were definitely some highs and lows, but the groups got through it. My group (group) 4, were camping on the last night, and it got down to 0°C at night! All of our fingers were freezing! Another challenge I faced was probably the hike. We walked about 6km, up and down stairs, and in really cold weather – I remember having about 5 layers on. In my opinion, the best part of camp was what we did on the 2nd day – hiking and abseiling!! There were multiple walls to do when abseiling; beginner, intermediate, and advanced which had three different ropes, each one with different rock faces and challenges. My favourite wall was the one on the right, were there was an overhang. You had to lower your body until your legs were above your head, then you pushed off and reached for the wall with your feet (but I couldn’t quite reach, so I just sat and moved down). The most challenging thing I did was rock climbing when I tried a wall called Pepper Corner. I had to shuffle up against one wall, put my hands in a small gap, and move my legs up, bit by bit. My friends cheered me on from the ground, and belayed me too. I also had such a great time orienteering, and making damper!! All in all, the things I will definitely take away from camp are; damper tastes better with jam, abseiling is super fun, – especially with friends – there can be multiple leaders in a team, when you communicate and cheer others on (or are cheered on), things get easier. I believe the most important thing I will take with me is that challenges are worth doing, like climbing a mountain, or hiking up MANY stairs, because the view at the end is one of a kind. Camp made me grateful to be able to go to places like the blue mountains, where nature has created something so beautiful.’
– Olivia Eddy (Year 7)

– Claire White
Head of Year 7

Year 8

• Complete the Medical and Dietary forms, click here, by Friday 20 June 2025.  

• Complete the MLC School Permission Note on the parent portal Omnia Excursions by Friday 20 June 2025 

• Medications should be given to the MLC School Health Centre by Wednesday 23 July 2025. Medication must be clearly labelled in a zip lock bag with dosage instructions. A Medication Authority form can be accessed by clicking here.  

• Any new medication that is not stated on the medical forms will require a letter explaining why it is required and instructions for administration.  

• All S4 and S8 medication (Anxiety, depression, ADHD, etc.) medication must be in a webster pack from the pharmacy. Please note this will take the pharmacy several days to prepare. 

• A sheltered tent will be available for students needing a quiet, alternate space to take a break. This will be staffed by the Learning Enhancement Department. 

• A staff member from the Learning Enhancement Department will be actively visible throughout the event to support monitoring of students. 

• Students will also have access to the First Aid Tent if needed 

• Students have the option to “opt-out” of running in the colour. If this is the case, students are encouraged to inform their Head of Year and identify an alternate form of participation in the event if possible. 

• Wednesday 25 June 2025 – Year 8 Parent Teacher Interviews 4pm – 7pm (Face to Face) 

• Friday 27 June 2025 – MLC School Colour Run (last day of Term 2) 

• Tuesday 22 July 2025 – Term 3 resumes for all students

– Bridget Kovats
Head of Year 8

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Year 9

This week during Luminary time, Year 9 explored how to be upstanders online. Drawing on resources from the eSafety Commissioner, students reflected on practical ways to support others safely and respectfully online, such as checking in with someone, reporting harmful content, or reaching out for support. I encourage you to continue these conversations at home with your daughter.

2nd MLC School Colour Run

The MLC School Colour Run will be held on Friday 27 June 2025 at Burwood Park — it’s going to be a day bursting with colour, energy, and excitement. 

All students should make sure they follow the steps to register before the big day:  
1. Head online to schoolfunrun.com.au
2. Click on Student SIGN UP button to create your fundraising page
3. Share your unique link to friends and family so they can donate

The following will be in place for any student requiring adjustments to support their participation in the Colour Run.

• A sheltered tent will be available for students needing a quiet, alternate space to take a break. This will be staffed by the Learning Enhancement Department.
• A staff member from the Learning Enhancement Department will be actively visible throughout the event to support monitoring of students.
• Students will also have access to the First Aid Tent if needed.
• Students have the option to “opt-out” of running in the colour. If this is the case, students are encouraged to inform their Head of Year and identify an alternate form of participation in the event if at all possible.

– Emily Marsh
Head of Year 9

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Year 10

It’s a busy and exciting lead-up to the end of Term 2! This week, Year 10 students participated enthusiastically in the Bright Spark incursion, where they strengthened connections across the year group and reflected on their personal growth as they prepare to step into Senior school. It was wonderful to see them engage so thoughtfully and support one another.

We’re very much looking forward to meeting with you and your daughter on Monday for the subject selection interviews. These sessions will be a valuable opportunity to have in-depth conversations about the best path forward for your daughter’s senior years.

The final week of term is packed with exciting activities:

• Round Square Week (starts Monday 23 June) – celebrating global citizenship and leadership
• Prescott Puppy Pageant (Monday 23 June) – always a crowd favourite!
• Illuminate (Tuesday 24 June) – showcasing our student’s creativity and innovation
• MLC School Colour Run (Friday 27 June) – a joyful and energetic way to wrap up the term on Friday

The following will be in place for any student requiring adjustments to support their participation in the Colour Run.

• A sheltered tent will be available for students needing a quiet, alternate space to take a break. This will be staffed by the Learning Enhancement Department.
• A staff member from the Learning Enhancement Department will be actively visible throughout the event to support monitoring of students.
• Students will also have access to the First Aid Tent if needed
• Students have the option to “opt-out” of running in the colour. If this is the case, students are encouraged to inform their Head of Year and identify an alternate form of participation in the event if at all possible.

We’re excited to end the term on a fun and positive note, celebrating all the hard work and achievements of Year 10.

 – Penny Hewett
Head of Year 10

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Year 10 Leadership and Wellbeing

Yesterday  our Year 10 students engaged in a wellbeing and leadership workshop with Burn Bright. The Spark Day program was designed to support students in enhancing respectful, pro social relationships through collaboration, empathy and group cohesion.

Students engaged in a range of interactive activities and were supported to develop their emotional intelligence. Students were empowered to build positive and healthy relationships with their peers and our community. They were  equipped with tools to help build confidence, positively express themselves, understand their values, cultivate gratitude and perspective, and build their capacity to be resilient moving forward.

– Andrew Taylor 
Deputy Head of Senior School – Wellbeing

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Year 11

This week, Year 11 students participated in a Luminary time activity designed to encourage them to check in with each other and discuss how they are coping with the term. As the stress of Year 11 and Year 12 increases, it is crucial that students support one another and regularly ensure that everyone is managing well.

As previously mentioned, we are currently in the midst of the leadership application process. Additionally, some Year 11 students have applied to participate in the MLC School Sony Camp. Both of these opportunities are excellent, but unfortunately, not all students will be selected. During our year meeting, I addressed the cohort on how to manage disappointment. The key points from the session emphasised that experiencing disappointment is a part of life, and how students handle it and move forward is an equally valuable learning opportunity. It is important to avoid negative talk about the successful candidates and instead focus on learning and growing from the experience by seeking feedback from a trusted staff member. Students are encouraged to continue applying for positions, as each application and interview provides valuable practice that builds mental toughness and resilience.

This week, Year 11 students had the opportunity to spend time with their ‘little sisters’ in Year 7. They listened to stories about the adventures and experiences that the Year 7 students had during their recent camp. It is wonderful to see the friendships developing between the Year 11 and Year 7 groups. The excitement and enthusiasm of the Year 7 students when they get to spend time together is truly heartwarming. The photos this week are from the session with Year 11 and Year 7.

On the last day of term, the MLC School Colour Run will be happening, you can read more about it in this newsletter and register. The following will be in place for any student requiring adjustments to support their participation in the Colour Run.

• A sheltered tent will be available for students needing a quiet, alternate space to take a break. This will be staffed by the Learning Enhancement Department.
• A staff member from the Learning Enhancement Department will be actively visible throughout the event to support monitoring of students.
• Students will also have access to the First Aid Tent if needed
• Students have the option to “opt-out” of running in the colour. If this is the case, students are encouraged to inform their Head of Year and identify an alternate form of participation in the event if at all possible.

– Kate Schurch
Acting Head of Year 11

Year 12

The Extended Essays (EE) for IB and the HSC English Orals have now been completed. The girls are to be congratulated on their efforts with the EE, a key component of the IB Diploma and a milestone of Year 12. The girls have worked with their supervisors for a year to develop individual research projects on specific areas of interest. It has been great to see Year 12 support each other through the HSC oral task, hearing their presentations and offering suggestions during study periods.

Careers presentations continue this week with our alumni series, which has been organised for Year 12 by Jo Cilia, our Head of Careers and Pathways. The focus was on our Old Girls working in Business, Commerce and Law – details are below:

The program continues in Week 9 and next term. Please ask your daughter about the presentations and we hope they find them inspiring and interesting.

Principal Lisa Moloney and Head of Senior School Joanna Graffen spoke on Tuesday to Year 12 about Study Camp and the various offerings available during the July break. Subject specific workshops are being planned by Heads of Faculty and teachers – more information is available from your daughter’s subject teacher. More details are to come in a separate flyer to help support families in their planning for Study Camp during the first week. Practice exams will be available for students to complete in Potts Hall under exam conditions and the library will be open for private study. Students are not expected to wear school uniform but must sign in and out with the Studies Office. The canteen will not be open so students will have to make their own arrangements for lunch and recess.

The captains have been busy planning events such as Iluminate, Round Square Week, the environment initiative and a special MLC School event, the Prescott Puppy Pageant. All of the captains attended the Prefect Afternoon Tea on Wednesday afternoon and Marirose Giann has coordinated her team to host this important event at MLC School.

If you have any questions about your daughter’s academic progress, please contact the relevant subject teacher. For pastoral and wellbeing concerns, your daughter’s luminary and I are available to discuss any issues you may have.

– Sharon Connolly 
Head of Year 12

Students applying for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) through UAC

Are you applying for the Educational Access Scheme (EAS) through UAC?

The Educational Access Scheme (EAS) is designed to help students who have experienced significant educational disadvantage. If eligible, you may be considered for course offers even if your ATAR (or equivalent) is below the standard selection rank.

If you think this applies to you, please refer to the EAS Application Guide. You apply through your UAC online application, and this short video explains how.

Most EAS applications require:

• A Personal Statement – completed by you
• An Educational Impact Statement (EIS) – to be provided by MLC School
• A Medical Impact Statement – completed by a health professional. Allow them plenty of time ie. at least a month
• Additional supporting documentation

You are responsible for uploading the Personal Statement, Medical Impact Statement, and any additional documentation to your UAC application (where relevant).

UAC EAS applications close on Tuesday 18 November 2025.

How the Educational Impact Statement (EIS) works:

The EIS is completed by someone at MLC School who knows your situation and can write a supporting statement using the official UAC template. 

To organise your EIS: 

1. Email a copy of EAS application (and any relevant documents) to Jo Cilia.
2. Indicate who at MLC School you believe is the most appropriate person to complete the EIS.
3. This must be submitted by Friday 19 September 2025 (last day of Term 3) to allow time to get this done for you.

Ms Cilia will coordinate the EIS and it will be uploaded directly by the school to a secure UAC

portal and attached to your application. It is not returned to students to upload.

You will receive an email in early Term 4 confirming once your EIS has been uploaded.

Please note: All EAS applications are treated with the utmost confidentiality.

For more information contact Jo Cilia, Head of Futures and Pathways: jcilia1@mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au

– Jo Cilia
Head of Futures and Pathways

Course information, Webinars and Events

Simulated UCAT Day Workshop, Online

Organisation: National Institute of Education
Location: Online
Date: Sunday 22 June 2025

If you are in Year 10 – Year 12, or you may be older and considering sitting the UCAT in the future, then this program is for you. The Simulated UCAT Workshop program is ideal and often a necessary step towards effective and efficient preparation for the UCAT.

The workshop is primarily designed to cover fundamental techniques in navigating all five sections of the UCAT test and also for participants to gain a better understanding of their own level of preparedness for the test. The program runs over one full day of UCAT training, and Part 2, which is a 3-hour session for students and parents.

Find out more and register

US College Admissions Webinar

Organisation: The Princeton Review Australia
Location: Online
Date: Sunday 22 June 2025

Thinking about studying in the US and finding the best-fit university?

Join this webinar to hear from Devery Doran, VP of College Counselling and former Senior Admissions Officer at Harvard, as she shares insights and practical advice for your journey.

Find out more and register

UTS Tech Fest

Organisation: University of Technology Sydney
Location: UTS City Campus
Date: Monday 23 June to Friday July 4 2025

Are you a high school student dreaming of a career in tech? Come and feed your curiosity at Tech Fest.

• Explore the study and career possibilities in Engineering and IT. Whether it’s cybersecurity, civil engineering, robotics, or artificial intelligence, see the exciting opportunities in these areas and how you can be part of the next big thing!

• Hear from current students about their study journeys and career aspirations. Get an insight into the life of an engineering or IT student at UTS and discover the student societies you could join.

• We’ll take you behind the scenes with exclusive lab tours. See how cutting-edge tech brings new ideas to life.

Find out more and register

Sydney Pilot Career Seminar

Organisation: Basair Aviation College
Location: Bankstown Airport
Date: Tuesday 24 June 2025

Do you dream of taking to the skies and achieving your wildest aviation dreams? Attend  Basair’s Pilot Career Seminar and learn everything you need to know about becoming a Commercial Pilot with Australia’s leading flight training organisation.

Find out more and register

From Sand to Circuits: How Microchips Shape Our World

Organisation: Macquarie University
Location: Macquarie Wallumattagal Campus
Date: Wednesday 25 June 2025

Microchips are the invisible engines powering modern technology, from the 3000 chips embedded in a single car to the 20 or more you carry in your pocket every day that power your mobile phone. Join us on a journey through the fascinating history of microchips, exploring their evolution from humble beginnings to becoming the cornerstone of all advanced electronic devices. Gain insights into the intricate manufacturing processes, the complex global supply chain that makes them possible, and the innovations shaping their future.

These monthly talks are suitable for students ages 10 and up who are starting to explore science or are already a passionate enthusiast. The series offers inspiring insights and a glimpse into the technological advancements shaping our future.

Find out more and register

Discover Nursing

Organisation: University of Technology Sydney
Location: UTS City Campus
Date: Wednesday 25 June 2025

Are you planning to start your nursing studies in 2026?

Discover how you can become a Registered Nurse at Australia’s #1 uni for academic reputation in nursing and midwifery.

Hear about diverse nursing careers from industry speakers, meet our academic teachers & ask current students about the UTS Bachelor of Nursing. Tour our world-class clinical facilities and explore your future campus!

Find out more and register 

Organisation: ANSTO
Location: ANSTO Discovery Centre
Date: Saturday 28 June 2025

This tour provides an in-depth look into the world of nuclear science and the work ANSTO does in the areas of health, the environment and delivering solutions for industry.

Subject to availability, we will visit Australia’s only nuclear reactor OPAL, the Australian Centre for Neutron Scattering, the ANSTO Nuclear Medicine facility and the Centre for Accelerator Science.

Find out more and register

Early Admission – Ace Your Application Webinar

Organisation: University of Wollongong
Location: Online
Date: Monday 30 June 2025

UOW Early Admission is our early offer program for students completing Year 12 (Higher School Certificate or other Australian equivalents) or the International Baccalaureate Diploma during 2025. This webinar is your chance to ask any questions and find out how to get an offer to uni before you sit your first exam.

Here’s what we’ll cover in the webinar:

• Key Dates

• Application process

• Answering the 4 short questions

• Scholarships

• Offers

Find out more and register

– Jo Cilia
Head of Futures and Pathways

Open Days

The Hotel School Sydney Open Campus 2025

Organisation: The Hotel School
Location: The Hotel School Sydney Campus
Date: Saturday 21 June 2025

Join us for an inspiring day at The Hotel School Australia’s Open Campus, where you’ll experience student life firsthand through an exclusive Masterclass, hear from a special industry guest speaker, meet our academic and support teams, explore course options, and discover career pathways with our Professional Learning team. You’ll also have the chance to connect with current students and fellow attendees – all while enjoying light refreshments.

Whether you’re a high school student, considering a transfer, or exploring new opportunities, this event is the perfect way to take the next step.

Find out more and register

AIM Open Day 2025, Sydney

Organisation: Australian Institute of Music
Location: AIM Sydney Campus
Date: Saturday 21 June 2025

Join us for Open Day, and experience everything AIM has to offer. Register to save your spot today!

See our campus, get course advice, experience live performances, meet our academics and students, and get involved in activities that will give you a taste of student life here at AIM.

Whether you’re ready to study now, or in five years, Open Day is open to all and a fantastic opportunity to discover how the Australian Institute of Music can help turn your passion for music into a career.

Find out more and register

UOW Open Day 2025, Wollongong

Organisation: University of Wollongong
Location: UOW Wollongong Campus
Date: Saturday 28 June 2025

The University of Wollongong (UOW) Open Day is the perfect opportunity to visit our amazing Wollongong campus, speak with our staff and students, and see why UOW is ranked as one of the best universities for student experience.

Whether you are looking at your next steps after Year 12, or you finished school some time ago and are looking for a pathway into university, Open Day is for you.

Find out more and register

WSU Open Day 2025

Organisation: Western Sydney University
Location: WSU Parramatta South Campus
Date: Sunday 6 July 2025

Open Day will be held Sunday 6 July 2025 and is a great opportunity to discover all that Western has to offer.

Explore course options, meet academics and find out about our pathway options.

Find out more and register

AIT Open Day 2025, Sydney

Organisation: Academy of Interactive Technology
Location: AIT Sydney Campus
Date: Saturday 19 July 2025

AIT’s Open Day is perfect for those wanting to explore the endless opportunities available in the growing creative industries and to get your questions answered for the Feb 2026 intake.

On the day you’ll enjoy:

• Exploring the Careers and Courses: Discover our degrees plus insights into careers and study paths.

• Our Hands-On Creative Workshops: Watch live demos led by our expert educators

• A Guided Campus Tour: Explore our campus and the state-of-the-art facilities

• Discovering Our Facilities: Experience our well equipped Post Production Studio and Green Screen Room

• Chatting with Our Experts: Engage with course advisors, educators and current students to have all your questions answered.

Find out more and register

Macquarie Open Day 2025

Organisation: Macquarie University
Location: Macquarie Wallumattagal Campus
Date: Saturday 16 August 2025

We can’t wait to welcome you to our campus in 2025!

What you can do on Open Day:

• Attend an info session on some of our most popular degrees

• Speak with our academics about our degrees, majors and specialisations, and how they’ll uniquely prepare you for your first career, or help you upskill or reskill if your career is already underway​

• Learn about our scholarships, adjustment factors and pathways; and RPL (recognition of prior learning) if you’ve studied before​

• Chat with current students about uni life​

• Jump on a campus tour and check out our awesome facilities​

Open Day is an experience made for (YOU)^us.​

Find out more and register

ICMS Open Day 2025

Organisation: International College of Management Sydney
Location: ICMS Manly Campus
Date: Saturday 16 August 2025

At the ICMS Open Day you will learn about all the degrees offered and discover why ICMS’s personal mentoring approach could make all the difference to your future career success – and help you to make the most of your student years!

• Learn about Undergraduate and Postgraduate Degrees

• Attend Degree Course Briefings with Lecturers

• Get insights from Current Students

• Find out about Scholarships, Early Entry, the Leadership Entry Program and the Elite Athlete Program

• Learn about our Work Integrated Learning (Internship) Program

• Speak personally to Admissions

Find out more and register

ACAP Open Day 2025, Sydney

Organisation: ACAP University College
Location: ACAP Sydney Campus
Date: Saturday 16 August 2025

Open Day is your chance to experience the ACAP difference, and find your path in the applied professions. Whether you’re interested in Counselling, Psychology, Social Work, Criminology, Law, or Business, ACAP is your pathway to making a difference.

Be part of a workshop, meet our industry-renowned facilitators, and hear all about life as an ACAP student. Join us for a day of exploration and inspiration!

Find out more and register

SAE Open Day 2025, Sydney

Organisation: SAE University College
Location: SAE Sydney Campus
Date: Saturday 16 August 2025

We’re opening the doors to the campus for our biggest event of the year – Open Day!

Come and tour our facilities, speak to faculty members, meet current students, and find out everything you need to know about studying at SAE.

If you’re considering studying creative media, come along to SAE’s Open Day to speak to our experienced team and learn how you can pursue your passion in this dynamic and expanding industry.

Find out more and register

ACU Open Day 2025, Strathfield

Organisation: Australian Catholic University
Location: ACU Strathfield Campus
Date: Sunday 17 August 2025

Open Day is your chance to find out everything you need to know about studying at ACU before you enrol. You’ll be able to check out the campus, meet staff and students, discuss entry pathways, and talk to experts about your study options and career goals.

Find out more and register

USYD Open Day 2025

Organisation: University of Sydney
Location: Sydney Camperdown Campus
Date: Saturday 30 August 2025

Join us at the University of Sydney Open Day on Saturday 30 August 2025. Experience our vibrant student life on campus, hear from academics and current students and discover what makes us different.

Find out more and register

UTS Open Day 2025

Organisation: University of Technology Sydney
Location: UTS City Campus
Date: Saturday 30 August 2025

Info sessions, campus tours, workshops, dancing robots – UTS Open Day has it all. Get a taste of what students can expect at Australia’s #1 young uni.

Find out more and register

CSU Open Day 2025, Orange

Organisation: Charles Sturt University
Location: CSU Orange Campus
Date: Sunday 31 August 2025

Discover what uni life is like! Whether you’re in high school, looking to upskill, want to change careers, or are a parent, teacher or carer – there’s something for everyone.

• Jump on a campus tour – explore our facilities and accommodation.

• Get detailed info about courses.

• Chat to current students about Charles Sturt life.

• Be inspired by our expert teaching staff.

• Discover the social side of life at Charles Sturt.

• Enjoy live entertainment, giveaways, competitions and free food!

Plus, you can explore our expo, info, and career and skills hubs. Chat to our friendly teams about our support services, early offer programs and how to boost your hiring potential.

Find out more and register

ACPE Open Day 2025

Organisation: Australian College of Physical Education
Location: ACPE Sydney Olympic Park
Date: Saturday 6 September 2025

Exploring your study options for a career in the sport industry? Join us on campus. See where you will study, meet our students and lecturers, and participate in info sessions and practical sessions to take the next step with confidence.

• Discover your study course options

• Find out where a qualification from ACPE can take your career

• Take a campus tour

• Discuss your study options with our Admissions team

• Meet with academic and student support staff

• Chat with current students about their experience at ACPE

• Enrol for your preferred course on the day, and secure your place

Find out more and register

UTAS Open Day 2025, Rozelle

Organisation: University of Tasmania
Location: UTAS Rozelle Campus
Date: Saturday 6 September 2025

Visit us at our Open Day 2025 event in Sydney. You will have the opportunity to explore our campuses, discuss your study options, and discover how studying at the University of Tasmania could be the perfect fit for you.

Find out more and register

UNSW Open Day 2025

Organisation: University of New South Wales
Location: UNSW Kensington Campus
Date: Saturday 6 September 2025

At UNSW Open Day 2025, you’ll discover the progress you can make as one of Australia’s most employable graduates. Whether you’re looking to start uni next year or in a few years, you’re a parent or you’re considering postgrad – we’ll have something for you.

Find out more and register

– Jo Cilia
Head of Futures and Pathways

Holiday Workshops, Experience Days and Events

UNSW Year 11 Experience Days

Organisation: University of New South Wales
Location: UNSW Kensington Campus
Date: Monday 7 July to Friday 11 July 2025

Join us on campus for an Experience Day to discover what it’s like to be a UNSW student. Find your dream degree by engaging in interactive workshops about study areas you’re interested in.

• Choose from 40+ different workshops
• Connect with current students & our academics​
• Explore UNSW’s buzzing campus lifestyle​
• Enjoy a free lunch from our delicious food trucks

Find out more and register

AMPA Dance Experience Day

Organisation: Academy of Music and Performing Arts
Location: AMPA Performing Arts Centre Alexandria
Date: Monday 7 July 2025

Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) invites dancers to join us on campus for a day of dance. Register and bring your friends along and get ready to move!

Dancers will have a chance to participate in contemporary & improvisation classes facilitated by AMPA’s inspiring faculty and experience what studying dance full-time is like at AMPA. A Q&A with the program’s Head of Dance will allow aspiring dancers, choreographers, and dance teachers, to gain further insight into tertiary education and how it can benefit their future careers.

Find out more and register

NAS Winter School

Organisation: National Art School
Location: National Art School
Date: Monday 7 July to Friday 11 July 2025

NAS’ short courses are for students of all levels of experience, from beginners to intermediate and advanced. Whether you’re a complete beginner, reigniting former interests, or refining your practice, you’ll enjoy this immersive week of artmaking at NAS.

Find out more and register

Holiday Workshop – The Art of Lyrics, Sydney

Organisation: Australian Institute of Music
Location: AIM Sydney Campus
Date: Monday 7 July to Tuesday 8 July 2025

Created for students in Year 9 – Year 12, AIM’s new high school music workshops provide incredible opportunities to explore songwriting, mentored by AIM’s own accomplished musicians and educators.

This songwriting workshop is essential for any high school students curious about writing songs and performing and is a golden opportunity to work with incredibly accomplished songwriters. Join us these school holidays and discover the songwriter and performer you were born to become.

Find out more and register

Holiday Workshop – Mastering Performance, Sydney

Organisation: Australian Institute of Music
Location: AIM Sydney Campus
Date: Monday 7 July to Tuesday 8 July 2025

AIM’s new school holiday workshop is designed for high school students interested in music performance. Created for students in Year 9 – Year 12, the workshops provide incredible opportunities to experience playing and performing music, mentored by AIM’s own accomplished musicians and educators.

Learn, practice and perform contemporary and classic pop, rock and soul tunes, under the expertise of Australia’s leading music mentors.

Find out more and register

July HSC Trial Preparation Workshops

Organisation: InspirationED
Location: Macquarie Wallumattagal Campus
Date: Monday 7 July to Friday 11 July 2025

Our expert HSC markers reveal the secrets to acing HSC exams in our focused subject-specific workshops.

• Learn directly from the expert HSC markers
• Access exclusive premium content
• Expert exam question deconstruction

Gain the exam edge with expert teachers in English (Advanced & Standard), Mathematics (Advanced & Standard 2), Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry and PDHPE.

Find out more and register

AMPA Music Theatre Experience Day

Organisation: Academy of Music and Performing Arts
Location: AMPA Surry Hills Campus
Date: Wednesday 9 July 2025

Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) invites aspiring Music Theatre majors aged 16 and over to join us on campus for a day of music!

Attendees will have the chance to sit in on a performance class, participate in workshops/Q&As facilitated by AMPA’s music faculty and experience what studying music is like at AMPA. Experience a day in the life of an AMPA music student to gain further insight into tertiary education and how it can benefit your future.

Find out more and register

Designer for a Day Workshop

Organisation: Sydney Design School
Location: Sydney Design School, North Sydney
Date: Wednesday 9 July 2025

Curious about what it might be like to work as an Interior Designer? We have developed the perfect one day workshop for students in Year 10 – Year 12 to find out more. You’ll get hands on in our studios experimenting with colour and materials. Find out what it takes to become a professional Interior Designer and understand what an average day looks like on the job! We’ve included a 3D modelling activity to give you an opportunity to create an interior space.

Find out more and register

Digital Art – Holiday Workshop at CDW Studios – Sydney and Online

Organisation: CDW Studios
Location: CDW Studios Sydney & Online
Date: Wednesday 9 July 2025

Level up your drawing skills in a fun, interactive, full day workshop!

Participants will get an introductory insight to the industry whilst learning techniques that they can apply straight away! Perfect for beginners who wish to learn more as well as more experienced artists who want to push their work to the next level. These courses are a fantastic starting point for those who are curious about venturing into the competitive world of visual effects and entertainment design.

This workshop is aimed at students 14 and above with a passion for drawing.

Find out more and register

Whitecliffe | The Fashion Institute – Winter School

Organisation: Whitecliffe Institute of Creative Arts and Technology
Location: Whitecliffe Sydney Campus
Date: Wednesday 9 July 2025 to Friday 11 July 2025

Curious about a career in fashion? Our 3-Day Winter School is the perfect way to explore what it’s really like to work in the industry.

Across three engaging and hands-on days, you’ll learn from industry professionals and will explore key areas such as fashion styling, journalism, content creation and sustainable fashion – giving you a well-rounded view of today’s evolving fashion industry.

This is a great opportunity to explore your passion, try out different parts of the industry, and build skills that could shape your future. Whether you’re dreaming of being a stylist, designer, content creator, or just want to see if fashion is for you — this course is the perfect place to start.

Find out more and register

Event Creation: The Ultimate High School Workshop

Organisation: International College of Management Sydney
Location: ICMS Sydney
Date: Thursday 10 July 2025

Join us for an exciting hands-on workshop where you’ll dive into the world of event planning! Whether you dream of organising epic school formals, unforgettable parties, or community events, this workshop is your chance to learn the ins and outs of creating experiences that leave a lasting impression.

Find out more and register

HSC Masterclass – School Holiday Workshop

Organisation: Australian Institute of Music
Location: AIM Sydney Campus
Date: Friday 11 July 2025 to Saturday 12 July 2025

AIM’s HSC Performance Workshop is designed exclusively for Year 12 Music 1 and 2 students who are interested in improving and polishing their performance works for their assessments, trial performances and HSC.

During this workshop, you will be broken up into specialised Masterclasses to workshop your HSC performance material with an expert instrumentalist in your chosen style. Together you will focus on important musical parameters based on performance characteristics and the concepts of music. You will perform the material studied in your Masterclass and receive feedback from experienced HSC teachers and music experts. This session also covers issues such as performance anxiety and developing focus under stress, delivered by AIM’s experienced lecturers. In addition, AIM staff will provide advice on examination ensembles, performance material, scores, and parts, and provide advice on booking accompanying musicians for performance examinations.

Find out more and register

AMPA Classical Performance & Composition Experience Day

Organisation: Academy of Music and Performing Arts
Location: AMPA Surry Hills Campus
Date: Monday 14 July 2025

Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) invites aspiring Classical musicians and Composers aged 16 and over to join us on campus for a day of music!

Attendees will have the chance to sit in on a performance class, participate in workshops/Q&As facilitated by AMPA’s music faculty and experience what studying music is like at AMPA. Experience a day in the life of an AMPA music student to gain further insight into tertiary education and how it can benefit your future.

Find out more and register

2025 Girls in Business Camp

Organisation: University of New South Wales
Location: NIDA Kensington Campus
Date: Tuesday 15 July to Thursday 17 July 2025

The 2025 Girls in Business (GiB) Camp is designed for female-identifying students in years 10, 11 or 12 from across NSW, who want to explore a future in business. This collaborative program with UNSW Business School and our industry partners aims to equip these students with the skills, desire, and ambition to study and work in the disciplines of:

• Banking and Finance

• Economics

• Information Systems and Technology Management

• Risk and Actuarial Studies

To provide students with an understanding of these study areas and to learn from inspiring female-identifying role models, we will be delivering workshops, info sessions and company site visits across 3 days.

You can expect to attend interactive workshops and gain real-world insights through industry excursions, and alumni and student panel discussions with Q&A while learning more about UNSW Business School’s Undergraduate programs and pathways.

Find out more and register

Quantum Future Talent: Open Day and Careers Fair

Organisation: Sydney Quantum Academy
Location: Sydney Masonic Centre
Date: Tuesday 15 July 2025

Discover where quantum can take you.

The Sydney Quantum Academy is hosting Quantum Future Talent: Open Day & Careers Fair to provide information and guidance on study and career pathways in quantum science and technology. The event is divided into two sessions: a morning session for high school and undergraduate students, parents, and career advisors, introducing quantum science, study options, and scholarship opportunities; and an afternoon session for final-year undergraduates, postgraduates, PhD candidates, and early-career researchers, offering opportunities to connect with universities and employers and learn about internships, scholarships, and career options in the quantum sector.

This event supports individuals at different stages of their education and career planning by providing access to relevant information, resources, and connections within Australia’s growing quantum technology sector.

Find out more and register

AMPA Contemporary Music Performance and Music Production Experience Day

Organisation: Academy of Music and Performing Arts
Location: AMPA Surry Hills Campus
Date: Thursday 17 July 2025

Academy of Music and Performing Arts (AMPA) invites aspiring contemporary musicians and music creators aged 16 and over to join us on campus for a day of music!

Attendees will have the chance to sit in on a performance class, participate in workshops/Q&As facilitated by AMPA’s music faculty and experience what studying music is like at AMPA. Experience a day in the life of an AMPA music student to gain further insight into tertiary education and how it can benefit your future.

Find out more and register

Building Your Fashion Empire: From Vision to Vogue

Organisation: International College of Management Sydney
Location: ICMS Sydney
Date: Thursday 17 July 2025

Designed for high school students, this hands-on workshop is your chance to dive into the exciting world of fashion and global brand management. Through expert insights and practical exercises, you’ll learn how to craft a unique brand identity, understand your target audience, and master key marketing strategies.

Find out more and register

This is MUSIC@WESTERN

Organisation: Western Sydney University
Location: WSU Kingswood Campus
Date: Friday 18 July 2025

Interested in studying MUSIC@WESTERN? Whether you are a player, a maker, or just interested to see what we do? This is MUSIC@WESTERN day.

See our current students perform. Engage in performance, production and career workshops. Have lunch (on us) with staff and students, parents and teachers.

Everyone is welcome!

After lunch you are invited to interview for course entry. Interviews from 1pm. Get an early offer for 2026.

Find out more and register

CDW Studios Open Day 2025, Sydney

Organisation: CDW Studios
Location: CDW Sydney Campus
Date: Saturday 9 August 2025

This is your chance to come down and explore our creative space, meet staff and students, and learn more about our programs !

Whether you’re an aspiring entertainment design artist or just curious about the world of games, movies and animation, this is the perfect opportunity to kickstart your career at CDW Studios.

Find out more and register

Decoding the Ocean

Organisation: Australian National Maritime Museum
Location: Australian National Maritime Museum
Date: Friday 15 August 2025

This special Science Week event for high school students brings together ocean scientists and the Royal Australian Navy. Students will take a deep dive into oceanography and learn how STEM can help us to decode the ocean.

On the day, students will attend an inspiring speaker session led by scientists working on a range of STEM topics, such as climate science, meteorology and science communication.

The Navy is packed with STEM opportunities, from survival training to mathematical modelling, submarines and more! At this event, students will also hear from Navy representatives as they discuss the science and technology behind the Navy.

After the presentations, students can explore the museum, including HMAS Vampire (a Navy Destroyer) and our latest science exhibitions during a self-guided visit.

Find out more and register

Rural Health Pathways Showcase

Organisation: Rural Doctors Network
Location: ICC Darling Harbour
Date: Monday 8 September 2025

High school students, careers advisers, teachers and parents are invited to RDN’s Rural Health Pathways Showcase. Learn about study pathways and careers in medicine, nursing, midwifery, allied health, Aboriginal health and administration.

Attendees will have a chance to:

• Talk to universities and rural workforce agencies about study pathways and career opportunities;

• Speak one-on-one with and be inspired by health students, recent graduates and health professionals about their journeys; and

• Participate in hands-on activities that will give an insight into a day in the life of health professionals.

Find out more and register

SDS Open Day, September

Organisation: Sydney Design School
Location: Sydney Design School
Date: Saturday 13 September 2025

If you’re considering studying with us, our Open Day is a great way to get to know us better. Explore our studios, browse through our Graduate Exhibition, meet students and Educators, watch a live Info Session and get creative making a mood board or digital model.

Find out more and register

– Jo Cilia
Head of Futures and Pathways

Scholarships and Competitions

Bachelor of Information Technology Co-operative Scholarship Program

Organisation: University of Technology Sydney
Location: Australia
Value: $49,500 AUD + 2 industry placements
Open Date: Monday 2 June 2025
Close Date: Sunday 7 September 2025

Find out more

Scholarships and Awards

Organisation: University of NSW
Location: Australia
Value: Various
Open Date: Now open
Close Date: various

Find out more

Sony World Photography Awards Youth Competition

Organisation: World Photography Organisation
Location: All
Value: See details
Open Date: Tuesday 1 June 2025
Close Date: Tuesday 6 January 2026

Find out more

BIOTech Futures Challenge 2025

Organisation: BIOTech Futures
Location: All
Value: See details
Open Date: Wednesday 7 May 2025
Close Date: Monday 28 July 2025

Find out more

CreAIT High School Competition

Organisation: Academy of Interactive Technology
Location: New South Wales, Victoria
Value: See details
Open Date: Monday 2 June 2025
Close Date: Friday 8 August 2025

Find out more

– Jo Cilia
Head of Futures and Pathways

From the Principal

Sports Success

In recent weeks it has been very exciting to witness the success of many of our MLC School sports teams and individual competitors: 

• • • • • MLC School football won the NSWCIS Plate semi-final and have progressed to the Grand Final.
        • Olivia Kalamvokis (Year 8) won the NSWCIS Cross Country U14 Championship and progresses to the NSW All Schools Cross Country, and,
        • Our Gymnasts had amazing success in Tamworth.

As you are aware we are currently reviewing our sports strategy and working hard to build team unity, school spirit and participation. We are already starting to see the benefits of this refreshed approach. Thank you to acting Directors of Sport Sarah Jauncey and Scott Carpenter and all the Sports staff for their efforts. I would also like to thank all the parents and carers who are supporting their children to attend training and for driving to venues all over Sydney (and beyond) to ensure that we field full teams in all games.

This weekend is also a big weekend for sport, with the final IGSA rounds being played. Grand Final matches include: 

• MLC 1 Basketball team playing at SCEGS at 9am
• MLC 3 Football team at ES Marks at 11am
• MLC 1 Football team for the double header at Narrabeen
• MLC 1 Hockey play at Sydney Uni at 9am playing off for 3rd or 4th 
• The match of the day is likely to be the Grand final match of the MLC2 Hockey team at Olympic Park Hockey centre at 11am  

It would be great to see members of our community out to support our teams. The full list of games can be found in the sports section of the newsletter.

Click on gallery to view full images

An update on the Uniform Review

I have now met with Students, Old Girls, Staff and parent representatives to discuss how the current MLC School uniform could be updated and renewed. There are several similar suggestions across the groups, and not surprisingly, some differences of opinion between the ideas shared by adults and students.  Common themes include school swimwear that provides more options for different body types; a senior skirt that is more comfortable, cannot be rolled up and suits a variety of students; considering whether the pinafore could be modified so that the belt does not fall off and is more comfortable; the option of tailored shorts and/or a skort; and a suggestion that there should be more ‘give’ in the blue pinstripe fabric. Differing opinions on whether the straw hat should be compulsory, the shape of the Junior dress and whether comfort and warmth should be our primary consideration were expressed.

Parents also provided feedback regarding concerns about the quality of some uniform pieces, the cost relative to quality and the enforcement of uniform standards. While some parents gave examples of garments from other schools that they thought worth considering (for example, a more streamlined pinafore), others like the unique nature of our current style.

Thank you also to those who have provided feedback via the MLC School Communications email address, your input has been noted. The consultation period ends at term’s end. Further feedback is welcome.

We will now take some time to review and prioritise the feedback and to meet with uniform suppliers to assess our requirements against their ability to meet our needs. We are mindful that any significant changes need to be carefully planned and communicated so that there is a transition period and that sustainability and cost to parents is considered.

– Lisa Moloney
Principal 

Colour Run 2025 – Register now!

Friday 27 June 2025
Burwood Park

Get ready to splash into a rainbow of fun at the 2nd MLC School Colour Run 🌈

Mark your calendars for Friday, 27 June 2025—it’s going to be a day bursting with colour, energy, and excitement. 

For more information on this year’s colour run, please view the letters sent to parents below:

Junior School – MLC School Colour Run Information for Parents

Senior School – MLC School Colour Run Information for Parents

STUDENTS: Make sure you follow the steps to register before the big day 🌈🏃‍♀️✨
1. Head online to schoolfunrun.com.au
2. Click on Student SIGN UP button to create your fundraising page
3. Share your unique link to friends and family so they can donate

Pre-Order Packs for the Day

Junior School Booralee House are supporting the MLC School Colour Run as their service initiative for 2025. Booralee is providing all Kindergarten to Year 5 students, and Pre-Kindergarten girls (if attending), pre-order packs to purchase for the upcoming MLC School Colour Run.

Click here to order Packs

There are three packs available. Click on the button above to pre-order one, two or all three!

Pack 1

• 1 x pack tri coloured fairy floss
• 1 x packet chips
• 1 x Zooper Dooper

Pack 2

• 1 x white size adjustable Bucket hat

Pack 3

• 1 x pair of UV400 Rainbow sunglasses
• 1 x Rainbow headband

Packs will be delivered to your daughter’s class on the day of the MLC School Colour Run.

All profits raised will go toward supporting MLC School Sony Foundation Camp 2025. Thank you for supporting this very worthy event.

– Samantha Anderson
Booralee House Patron

Year 6 Debaters win ISDA Championship

Our ten Year 6 debaters began the ISDA competition back in early February with little to no experience doing competition debating.  They were formed into two teams of five with their own coaches to train them and guide them through the competition. Now four months later, after many excellent wins through seven out rounds and a long finals series, both teams won through to the Grand Finals held last Friday evening.

The ISDA competition is probably the most difficult school debating comp in Australia, so it is a great achievement to be the last two teams in each division from the 32 teams who began. The Primary A team (Peta Bianchi-Howden, Rayna Zhu, Audrey Henderson, Caoimhe McAtamney, Mikayla Brown) were on the Affirmative against the team from Knox Grammar. The motion was, ‘That we should not use AI at Primary and High schools’, it was a very closely argued debate in front of a panel of three adjudicators.  After a long discussion our team lost in a split 2-1 decision, the team’s first loss in a run of 12 debates. The team was understandably disappointed but it’s a great accomplishment to reach the GF and they have many more future years to represent MLC School in debating. Thank you to their coach Angus who put in a huge effort to teach and support the students over many weeks of the competition.

The Primary B team (Alicia Wang, Elana Chrun, Arielle McBrien, Audrey Barnes, Mariella Tsolis) were assigned the Negative side on the same topic against the team from Trinity Grammar. It was a tense audience with parents having children going to both schools and not sure who to be hoping would win!  But our team was cool and composed in presenting a solid case for the benefits of learning to use AI responsibly from an early age.  They won in a unanimous judge’s decision and are the 2025 champions of the division.  Special mention to their coach, Old Girl Sarah Pearson (2022) who put in a great effort to nurture the students’ debating skills over many weeks.

Overall, we had a very successful season in the ISDA competition with seven teams making the finals series and four teams in the Quarter finals. Thank you to all forty students for their commitment to training and debating over two terms. To all the parents and carers who came to watch debates and collect students late on Friday nights from schools all over Sydney, thank you for all your support and help in making our MLC School debating program such a success.

– Andrea Rowe
Oratory Coordinator

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Groove @ The Factory

Mia Does It Again!

Congratulations to Mia Li in Year 6 who not only has her work displayed in the Young Archies exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales but also had her work projected onto a building as part of a collaborative artwork during the recent Vivid festival.
The image shows how Mia closely followed the brief of the artwork and once again her creativity and originality was recognised. Congratulations and well done Mia!

– Marian Doull
Teacher

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Success of the P&F Annual Dinner

On Saturday 14 June, our school community came together in a wonderful gathering of friendship, delicious food, and shared purpose at the P&F Annual Dinner. Held at a new venue, Onyx Restaurant, Crowne Plaza Burwood the event was a resounding success, bringing together parents and friends from Pre-Kindergarten through to Year 12. Laughter, chatter and heartfelt conversations filled the room, reminding us of the strength and spirit of our school community.

Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make this year’s event such an enjoyable night. We were delighted that the event sold out this year and look forward to doing it all again next year.

– Felicity Clemens
P&F President

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NSW School Vaccination Program – Year 7 Consent Required

Wednesday 30 July 2025 – Vaccination date for Year 7 students

If your child is in Year 7 this year, you can now provide online consent for their routine school vaccinations.

• In Year 7, students are offered free vaccines for diphtheria-tetanus-pertussis (dTpa) and human papillomavirus (HPV).

Vaccination will only be provided at school if consent has been received.

If your child has already had their vaccine, would prefer to privately have it with a GP or if you are opting out – please write this in an email to mlcnurse@mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au so we can provide the number of required Vaccines for the day.  

How to provide consent:

1. To complete online consent for your child’s school vaccinations, visit: https://engage.health.nsw.gov.au/engage
2. Follow the steps to log in to your existing ServiceNSW account. This is the same account you may already use to renew your driver’s licence. If you don’t have a ServiceNSW account, refer to ServiceNSW to create one. 
3. Update or confirm your personal details in ServiceNSW as required. 
4. Complete the School Vaccination Consent Form for your child/ren. You will need to:  
   1. Enter your child’s personal details 
   2. Provide the Medicare card details for you and your child 
   3. Read the linked Parent Information Sheet and privacy statement. Translations available in 27 languages
   4. Provide consent  

If you or your child do not have a Medicare card, consent can still be provided by requesting a paper-based consent form directly from your child’s school.

The benefits of providing consent online:

• easily update your child’s details
• receive SMS and/or email notifications when vaccinations are given
• faster upload of vaccination records to the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR).

For more information on routine school vaccinations, please visit www.health.nsw.gov.au/schoolvaccination.

If you require information in your language, please visit www.health.nsw.gov.au/immunisation/Pages/school_vaccination_language.aspx

Please click here for the NSW School Vaccination Program 2025 pdf

– Katelyn Morris
MLC School Senior Nurse

Announcing the MLC Old Girls’ Union Choir!

Dates:

• Wednesday 20 August 2025
• Wednesday 17 September 2025
• Wednesday 15 October 2025
• Wednesday 19 November 2025

Time: Arrive 6pm for a 6.15pm start, concludes 7.45pm
Venue: MLC School Music Centre.

We’re thrilled to announce the formation of a brand new MLC Old Girls’ Union Choir, and we’d love for you to join us!

This will be a fun, informal singing group open to all Old Girls, regardless of your musical experience. Our main objective is to foster connections within our wonderful alumni community and help us all stay connected to the School.

The choir will meet once a month during school terms, led by talented Old Girl, Alice Chance (2011). To kick off each session, we’ll enjoy some wine and cheese before we raise our voices together.

It’s a fantastic opportunity to reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and share the joy of music in a relaxed and welcoming environment.

– Elizabeth Ritchie
OGU President

Uniform Shop – Holiday Trading Hours

The MLC School Uniform Shop will close for the school holidays on Friday 27 June 2025 at 4pm, and reopen for Term 3, Monday 21 July 2025 at 9am.

We will resume normal hours on Tuesday 22 July 2025.

You are welcome to purchase from the online uniform shop at your convenience and your order will be filled when the store is next open.  Click here to access the online store, or scan the QR code below.

You can also contact the Uniform Shop by email here, or by calling 8741 3177.

Senior School Library Holiday Opening Hours

The Senior School Library will be open to Year 11 and Year 12 students during the upcoming holidays. The library will be accessible to them from Monday to Friday, 9am to 3.30pm. We encourage students to utilise this opportunity during term break.

– Louise Piggott
Head of Library Services

High Potential Learning Leaders Announcement

Inspiring Futures: More Opportunities for Girls in STEM

Our School has a proud and enduring legacy of empowering girls to excel in Science and Mathematics. For decades, our students have defied stereotypes, embraced intellectual challenges, and paved the way for a new generation of women in STEM. You can read about some of our esteemed alumni scientists and mathematicians here. Which MLC School Old Girl will your daughter follow in the footsteps of?

In 2025, we are building on our legacy with renewed purpose and an expanded range of opportunities designed to inspire, challenge, and support girls to see themselves as the scientists, engineers, and innovators of the future.

Globally, women remain underrepresented in STEM fields. According to UNESCO, only 35% of STEM students in higher education are women. Even when women do contribute to scientific progress, their work is often overlooked—a phenomenon known as the Matilda Effect, where their achievements are historically attributed to male colleagues or supervisors. Chiara Biscarini, co-chair of the UNESCO Chair on “Water Resources Management and Culture,” puts it simply: “Young women need to know that they belong in STEM as much as men.”

That belief is at the heart of what we do. We are deeply committed to giving our girls every opportunity to flourish in Science and Maths, and we are proud to already offer a vibrant suite of co-curricular STEM programs. Our STEM Academy (Year 1 to Year 10) nurtures curiosity and inquiry from the earliest years of schooling. Students in Year 5 to Year 6 can take part in Junior Robotics competitions, while our Senior Robotics teams develop advanced design and coding skills and regularly compete in challenges. These rich learning experiences have helped shape a strong culture of STEM engagement across the school. You can read more about our Junior School STEM curricular and co-curricular offerings in the next newsletter.

In 2025, we are taking the next step: building that passion directly into the Senior School curriculum.

For the first time, Engineering Studies will be offered as a Stage 5 elective in 2026. This is a dynamic, hands-on course that introduces students to real-world engineering principles across civil, mechanical, environmental, and biomedical fields. Girls will engage in design-thinking, critical problem-solving, and collaborative projects that mirror the work of engineers in industry and academia. It’s a course that not only builds skills but also builds identity, a powerful chance for students to see themselves as future engineers.

In another exciting first, we have launched an Accelerated Mathematics pathway, with our inaugural cohort of Year 10 students now completing Year 11 Advanced Mathematics. This acceleration provides gifted and highly motivated students with the opportunity to deepen their mathematical thinking and access the HSC curriculum earlier. We are currently testing Year 9 students to assess their suitability for entry into this pathway next year.

These developments are more than just timetable additions, they are statements of belief in our students’ capacity and potential. At every turn, we are striving to dismantle the invisible barriers that still limit girls’ participation in STEM and replace them with opportunity, encouragement, and a culture of possibility.

Families will hear more about these exciting pathways during our Year 8 Subject Selection Webinar on Tuesday July 23 2025, where our passionate staff will share insights into how these courses will be delivered and the support structures in place to ensure every girl can thrive.

Our future scientists, mathematicians, and engineers are already among us. We can’t wait to see what they will create, discover, and change in the world. Don’t forget to read a little about some of our Old Girls who are excelling in science, mathematics and technology.

– Melissa McMahon
Head of Learning and Teaching

Year 12 Study Camp

Year 12 Study Camp – Monday 30 June to Friday 4 July 2025

Your Study, Your Way

Take control of your study these winter holidays with our Year 12 Study Camp, a structured, supportive, and flexible environment designed to help you study smart.

Why Attend?

This is your chance to:

• Sit full practice exams in real exam conditions
• Work independently or with friends
• Get support from tutors
• Access targeted faculty workshops

🕘 Daily Schedule

Morning Session – 9am–12pm
Choose your study style:
✔️ Complete a three-hour practice exam (range of past papers provided)
✔️ Study quietly in the library (supervised space)
✔️ Join a faculty workshop

Afternoon Session – 12pm–4pm

✔️ Work individually in the library (closes 3.30pm)
✔️ Study individually or collaboratively on Level One
✔️ Drop in for tutor support on Level One
✔️ Join a faculty workshop

Sign in and out at the Senior Centre. You may sign in and out to grab yourself some lunch.

The faculty workshop times will be published to students later in the term.

This is your chance to practise, prepare and power up before Term 3 begins. DON’T MISS IT!

– Melissa McMahon
Head of Learning and Teaching

Study Hub+ Term 2 and Term 3 Enrolments

Study Hub+ is MLC School’s structured, pay-per-use after-school study support program for students in Year 7 to Year 12. Sessions run Monday to Thursday, from 3.30pm to 6pm, on Level 1 of the Senior Centre.​

Click here for Nomination form

Led by Program Coordinator Ela Huber and supported by a team of knowledgeable mentors, all of whom are pre-service teachers. Study Hub+ offers subject-specific assistance across a wide range of disciplines, including English, Mathematics, Sciences, History, Legal Studies, Economics, Geography, Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE), and Drama.​

Program Overview:

• Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 3.30pm–6pm
• Location: Level 1, Senior Centre
• Cost: $25 per session, charged to your daughter’s account at the end of term
• Environment: Phone-free zone to minimise distractions which will allow students to build good study habits.
• Support: A minimum of two mentors per session, rotating to provide diverse subject expertise.
• Additional Assistance: Mentors can assist with study plans, exam preparation techniques, and provide verbal feedback on drafts.​

To foster consistent study habits, families are encouraged to register on a termly basis. However, weekly bookings remain available via Omnia and the newsletter. Students will receive a reminder email at around 1.30pm on their scheduled day, confirming their session and assigned room.​

Cancellation Policy:

If your daughter is unable to attend a scheduled session, please provide at least 24 hours’ notice to avoid being charged. In cases of illness where your daughter is absent from school, you will not be charged.​

Click here for Nomination form

Term 3 Nominations

As we approach the end of Term 2, we are now taking enrolments for Study Hub+ in Term 3. Sessions will continue to run Monday to Thursday from 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm on Level 1 of the Senior Centre. 

Please use the form below to nominate the day(s) your daughter will attend next term. You may select all Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays, or choose specific dates on a weekly basis.

Term 3 Nomination Form

For any questions or further information, please contact Program Coordinator Ela Huber, ehuber@mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au

Study Support Opportunities at MLC School

MLC School offers two Study Support Opportunities:

• Year 11 and Year 12 After-Hours Study Hub
• Year 7 to Year 12 Study Hub+ – please click here to read further and to access the nomination form.

These operate 3.30pm–6pm Monday to Thursday during term time.

Year 11 and Year 12 After-Hours Study Hub

Recognising the importance of a conducive environment for focused study, MLC School has established a free after-hours Study Hub exclusively for our Year 11 and Year 12 students. Located on Level 3 of the Senior Centre, the Study Hub provides a quiet and supportive space where students can concentrate on their studies, complete assessments, and prepare for examinations under the supervision of experienced MLC School staff across many subject areas.

Key Features:

• Experienced staff: Two teachers rostered each evening from different subject areas, to guide and assist students with their academic queries and provide valuable feedback.
• Convenient location: Level 3 of the Senior Centre, providing easy access for Senior students.
• Flexible hours: The study hub is open Monday to Thursday 3.30pm–6pm, allowing students to make the best use of their time outside regular school hours. Partial attendance is welcome.

We encourage all Year 11 and Year 12 students to take advantage of this excellent resource to enhance their learning experience and achieve their academic goals. The staff roster will be published in advance of each week in Audacia, the School newsletter. Students will be required to sign in on arrival to Study Hub and sign out on departure, as part of our student welfare management system.

There is no need to register for this program.

– Joanna Graffen
Head of Senior School

Important Messages

This week featured the Junior School Athletics Carnival and Senior School athletics trials. Kindergarten to Year 5 students participated in track, field events, and novelties, showcasing excellent performances. A memorable moment was when a Kindergarten student said she felt like she had ‘lava on her feet’ after her 50m race. The race of the day was the house mascot race that was taken out by Churunga!

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The Senior School trials are to select a team for the IGSA championships and determine MLC School champions. With 70 students participating, we observed outstanding performances and look forward to assembling the team ready to represent the School.

This weekend marks the last Saturday of IGSA sport for Term 2. All the teams are to be congratulated on the improvements they have made throughout the term. We would love for supporters to attend the matches and cheer on the MLC School teams. Good luck to all the teams playing this weekend.

– Scott Carpenter and Sarah Jauncey – Acting Sports Directors

Sports Achievements

Rowing

Congratulations to Eliza Kershaw (Year 11) who has been offered a position in the Tier 1 group for the USYD Winter Rowing Program. She has also been offered a position to attend the USA Rowing Pathways Development Camp this school holidays, and will be travelling to Tennessee to participate. We wish you the best of luck on your upcoming trip.

Football

This week the MLC School football team travelled to Newcastle to play in the semi-final of the NSWCIS plate. The team had a convincing 6-1 win over Macquarie College. The grand final match will be played on Wednesday. Go MLC School!

Swimming

Over the weekend, 12 MLC students competed at the MSW short course swimming championships. Everyone achieved their personal best times, making it a fantastic start to the winter season. The coaches were proud of all the girls for their resilience and hard work during the long two-day meet, which was mentally and physically challenging.

Olivia Burke (Year 8)

• Girls 14 100m BK – 7th (PB)
• Women open 50m FS – 32th (PB)
• Women open 200 Bk – 22th 
• Girls 14 100m FS – 8th (PB)
• Women 200m FS – 18th (PB)
• Women 100m BK – 31th (PB)
• Women 50m BK – 34th 

Madison Chantler (Year 10)

• Girls 15 100m Fly – 1st 
• Women open 200m BK – 4th (PB)
• Girls 15 100m BR – 9th (PB)
• Girls 15 100m BK – 1st (PB)
• Women open 100m IM – 9th (PB)
• Girls 15 200m IM – 2nd (PB)
• Girls 10 100m FS – 2nd (PB)

Vanilla Chen (Year 5) 

• Girls 10/under 4 x 50 Medley – 4th 
• Girls 10 100m FS – 3rd (PB)
• Girls 10/under 4 x 50 FS – 2nd (PB)

Elana Chrun (Year 6)

• Girls 11 100m BK – 6th (PB)
• Girls 11-12 4 x 50 FS – 7th (PB)
• Women open 50m FS – 123th (PB)
• Girls 11 100m BR – 6th (PB)
• Girls 11 100m FS – 13th (PB)
• Women open 50m BK – 71th (PB)
• Girls 11 200IM -9th (PB)

Ashley Clapham (Year 7)

• Women 50m BR – (PB)
• Girls 13 200m IM – 17th (PB)
• Girls 13-14 4x 50m FS – 15th (PB)
• Girls 13 100m Fly -11th
• Girls 13-14 4x50m Medley – 11th (PB)

Isabel Floro (Year 9)

• Women open 50 FS 
• Women Open 200m IM – (PB)
• Girls 14 100m FS – (PB)
• Women open 50m Fly – (PB)
• Girls 14 100m Fly – (PB)
• Girls 13-14 4x 50m FS – (PB)
• Women 100m IM – (PB)
• Girls 13-14 4x 50m Medley 

Iris Ji (Year 9)

• Girls 15/Over 4x 50 Medley relay – 8th 
• Girls 15 100m BR – 3rd (PB)
• Women Open 50m BR – 4th (PB)

Cecilia Lau (Year 8)

• Girls 13-14 4x 50m FS- 15th (PB)
• Girls 13-14 4x 50 Medley – 11th (PB)

Mengqi Liu ( Year 7)

• Girls 11-12 4x50m FS relay- 7th (PB)
• Girls 12 100m BR – 11th (PB)
• Girls 11-12 4x50m Medley relay- 4th (PB)
• Women open 50m Fly- 29th (PB)
• Girls 12 100m BK- 8th (PB)
• Girls 12 100m FS – 10th 

Clara Southwood (Year 6)

• Women open 50m FS – 75th (PB)
• Girls 11 100m FS – 22nd (PB)

Olivia Wang (Year 7)

• Girls 11-12 4x50m FS relay – 11th (PB)
• Women open 50m FS – 124th (PB)
• Girls 12 200m IM – 19th (PB)
• Girls 12 100m BR – 16th (PB)
• Girls 11-12 4x 50 Medley relay – 14th
• Women open 50m Fly – 71th (PB)
• Women open 50m BK – 63th (PB)
• Girls 12 100m FS – 30th 

Elva Wu ( Year 7)

• Girls 11-12 4x50m FS – 7th (PB)
• Women open 50m – 131th 
• Girls 12 100m BR – 5th 
• Girls 11-12 4x50m Medley relay – 4th (PB)
• Women open 50m Fly – 59th 
• Women open 50m BR – 40th 

Netball Umpire Appreciation – Ella Baker (Year 12)

As Ella Baker concludes her final MLC School netball season as a Year 12 student, we would like to take a moment to recognise and celebrate her incredible contribution to our netball community. Ella’s dedication over the years has been nothing short of inspiring. She has been an integral part of our netball program, not only as a passionate and skilled player but also as a devoted umpire. This year in particular, Ella has gone above and beyond, umpiring for our younger teams at Brush Farm. Always showing up with a smile and a positive attitude, Ella has become a true role model. Her willingness to support and guide our new and younger players has helped foster their love for the game, and her patience and leadership have made a lasting impact. Thank you, Ella, for your commitment, your sportsmanship, and for everything you have given to our netball program at MLC. We wish you all the best in the next chapter, knowing that you’ve left behind a legacy of passion, kindness, and excellence.

– Jade O’Kelly
Umpire Convenor

Around the grounds

Basketball

MLC02: ‘The MLC02 basketball team had a strong weekend with an impressive 23–18 victory over Kambala, marking a well-deserved reward for our hard work and growth throughout the term. Since the opening game, we showed clear and consistent improvement—developing greater confidence and stronger communication. In this game, we were able to work cohesively and run structured set plays, reflecting the effort put into training and the commitment of every player. A huge thank you to our coach, Michael, as well for his ongoing support, encouragement, and guidance this season (and for buying us donuts for our win!).’
– Lana McLean (Year 12)

Football

MLC02 Football: ‘I love being on this team, I love the memories I’m making, our coach Steve (Big Red) has coached me since year 5 and he makes the experience so much better. We are really starting to play well together as a team and everyone is really supportive of each other. It’s a great team to be a part of! Big Red gives us great encouragement at training and during games and even when we lost last weekend against Monte, he was sure to tell us that we were the only team to score a goal off them. My favourite game was the one at Abbotsleigh where we tied 1-1, the team spirit was really high and everyone had a great time.’
– Francesca Masters (Year 8)

Hockey

MLC01: ‘This past weekend the MLC01 hockey team played extremely well, showcasing the skills we have worked hard to develop all term. This match was our semi-finals game, in which we played the toughest team in the division, SCHOLS. Everyone worked well, keeping calm and holding against some talented players on the opposition. The game was tough, with a loss that was expected but still disappointing. Despite this, we had many great attempts at goal, with the ball possession remaining equal for most of the game. This weekend we will play our final game for third place in the division.’
– Evelyn Kerr (Year 11)

MLC02: ‘The game was scheduled at 08:00 Am which was two hours earlier than usual and it was positively freezing. Although we had played this Santa Sabina team before and absolutely crushed them, they had still managed to make it to the semifinals like us, so we knew somehow, they got good in that timespan and to not underestimate them. For the first half they started with the ball only to be tackled immediately which left them slightly baffled therefore giving us the opportunity to get our first two goals in and leaving them with only one which narrowly snuck past our iron defence. The second half was a little more tough as we had it on their half the most but couldn’t keep it in the D long enough for us to take a shot and they stepped up their defence game a lot , even with these new adjustments a third goal was achieved and the game ended on multiple short corners that were unsuccessful but it didn’t matter because MLC had won!’
– Margot Bell (Year 8)

MLC03: ‘Despite a tough 6–1 loss on Saturday, the team showed great spirit and determination throughout the game! Our communication on the field was improved. And we had some great runs up the field. Everyone gave it their all, and even though the score didn’t reflect it, we played really well as a team and kept fighting until the end. And we’re looking forward to coming back stronger this week!’
– Joanna Williams (Year 9)

Play of the week

Here we recognise a team or player who plays sport for MLC School and shows exceptional sportsmanship or shows the MLC School values of respect, courage, compassion or growth. This can be shown at training or during a game/competition.

This weeks play of the week goes to Zoe Marshall (Year 9) in MLC03 hockey, who scored their only goal in their 6-1 loss last weekend but most importantly has made huge improvements not only in skill but in her confidence in communicating with her team. She plays centre back and really has carried herself so well the whole season! Well done Zoe!

– Scott Carpenter and Sarah Jauncey – Acting Directors of Sport

IGSS/IPSHA Gymnastics Information and July 2025 Gymnastics Holiday Fun Camp

IGSA and IPSHA Gymnastics Information

In Term 4 we have the IGSA and IPSHA Gymnastics competitions. Your daughter does not need to do gymnastics at MLC School. If you would like to trial please complete the following Expression of interest forms by Friday 20 June 2025.

IPSHA – Click here for EOI

IGSA – Click here for EOI

Our Gymnastics July 2025 Gymnastics Holiday Fun Camp is now open. You can book via our online parent portal.

Gymnastics Holiday Fun Camp from 9am–3pm each day.

Week 1 – Monday 7 July, Tuesday 8 July, Wednesday 9 July, Thursday 10 July AND Friday 11 July 2025
Week 2 – Monday 14 July, Tuesday 15 July, Wednesday 16 July, Thursday 17 July AND Friday 18 July 2025

• The day will consist of Gymnastics, with a possible movie and craft. On the day, you must provide your child with their own morning tea, lunch and a bottle of water
• Children do not need gymnastics experience to attend.
• This camp suits primary school aged children.

All MLC School Girls, Gymnastics and Aquatic members can attend for the cost of $65 per day and should register through the online UDIO portal – Parent UDIO Portal

If an MLC School student does not have a current UDIO portal account please create an account using the link below and contact the Aquatic Centre office on 87413154.

Sign up page

Siblings, friends and family are also welcome to attend for the cost of $75 per day. To register please click on the link below.

Sign up page

If you have any questions regarding bookings, please contact our friendly office staff. Any gymnastics specific queries should be directed to gymnastics@mlcsyd.nsw.edu.au

– Naomi Bruce
Gymnastics Program Manager

Weekend Fixtures

Saturday 21 June 2025

– Acting Sports Directors

Follow MLC School Sport on Facebook

MLC School Sport have their own Facebook page. Please follow us for all sports updates and important information.

MLC School Sport Facebook Page

– Acting Sports Directors

Cadet Announcement 2025

A Student asks, ‘Why do Duke of Edinburgh?’

July Holiday Production – The Space Race

Speech and Drama students winners all round

A massive congratulations to our students who all achieved winning places at the Inner West and Parramatta Eisteddfods last weekend. It was the final weekend of the Inner West Paramatta eisteddfod with Anisha Sivagurunathan (Year 11) winning first place at the Inner West Eisteddfod and the Kathryn Carter Memorial shield, and Aryana Sah (Year 11) achieving first place in the Open Age Character recital. This will likely be the last eisteddfod for these seasoned performers who have been competing as a duo, achieving winning places in every year they have performed since their Junior years. This was their first year performing solo and it didn’t hold them back.

A huge congratulations to Rachael (Pip) McGuire (Year 9) who achieved an impressive Highly commended in the Open age Shakespeare, performing with students two years older. Pip is also an experienced eisteddfod performer competing every year in multiple categories with outstanding results.

Our younger performers Natasha (Gem) McGuire (Year 4) and Sonia Chung (Year 4) lit up the stage with an impressive 2^nd Place in Duologue in Costume at the Parramatta eisteddfod over the weekend. This was their 3^rdeisteddfod this year, along with the Inner West and Ryde eisteddfods. Sonia and Gem have been performing in eisteddfods together from a very young age.

We are so proud of all our speech and drama students’ excellent achievements at the Inner West, Parramatta, Ryde and Sydney eisteddfods this term. MLC School students again impressed the Adjudicator, cementing our excellent reputation in the wider Burwood community and speech and drama circles.  They are wonderful representatives of MLC School. 

The eisteddfods offer our students the opportunity to perform in front of an audience, challenge themselves to step out of their comfort zone and every year get a little bit braver.  Most importantly the eisteddfods are fun and create lasting memories.

Inner West Eisteddfod

• Aryana Sah (Year 11) – Open age Character Recital in Costume:  1^st Place
• Anisha Sivagurunathan (Year 11) – Open Age Shakespeare: 1^st Place and Helen Carter Memorial Shield
• Rachael (Pip) McGuire (Year 9) – Open age Shakespeare: Highly commended

Parramatta Eisteddfod

• Natasha (Gem) McGuire (Year 4) and Sonia Chung (Year 4) – 2^nd Place

We look forward to more wonderful performances at the Ryde and Sydney eisteddfods next term.

– Monica Brian
Speech and Drama Studio Director

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