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Mind Challenges – Tournament of Minds and da Vinci develop lateral and critical thinking. The program supports the development of the whole girl and fosters ambition. Debating and Public Speaking builds confidence, with ISDA, FED and Archdale competitions.
Dance offers 20 programs from Pre-K to Year 12. Drama and Theatresports provide rich artistic experiences and extend creative talents and people skills. Speech and Drama programs are delivered by the department and external tutors.
Round Square is a worldwide association and MLC School is an international member. IDEALS are Internationalism, Democracy, Environmentalism, Adventure, Leadership, and Service. Round Square Baraza meetings and annual conferences promote cross-cultural learning through exchanges and expeditions.
A wide range of clubs and committees is available for student interests. Cadets offer outdoor experiences and leadership opportunities. The performing arts options are part of the co-curricular program.
Service is a pillar of Round Square and guides students to engage in meaningful projects. Weekly Baraza meetings address community issues and project planning. Round Square conferences and service initiatives provide opportunities to participate.
The Duke of Edinburgh Award fosters leadership, independence and personal challenge. Cadets provide leadership opportunities and a pathway to promotions. Round Square IDEALS include Leadership and student leadership roles.
The co-curricular program supports girls' academic, social, emotional and physical wellbeing. It empowers students and prepares them for life beyond MLC School.
MLC School is an independent girls' school affiliated with the Uniting Church, welcoming students aged 4 to 18. It delivers the Australian Curriculum up to Year 10 and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB DP) for Years 11–12, with a parallel Higher School Certificate pathway. The school is non-selective and supports students to pursue the pathway that aligns with their interests. Year 10 subject selection gives students agency over their future. Alumnae go on to study at universities including Cambridge, Oxford, Harvard, Stanford, Princeton, Juilliard and London School of Music. Facilities include Senior School Centre, opened 2019, with 21 classrooms, eight science labs, seminar spaces. Meryl Hilda Wright Food Technology kitchens upgraded 2023; Centre for Design, Art and Technology (DART) hosts TAS and Visual Arts; Aquatic Centre and Music Centre support learning. The school participates in Round Square and IDEALS, with co-curriculars in sport, performing arts and community service.
