Set within five hectares of manicured gardens and courtyards, PLC Sydney's boarding house is home to 65 boarders from Years 7 to 12.
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Girls benefit from being located in the heart of the school, with easy access to before and after school activities.
They could be in the pool or on the tennis court before school or rehearsing in the Performing Arts Centre after school.
With a co-curricular program offering more than 50 activities in the senior school, there is something for everyone at PLC Sydney.
PLC Sydney boarders who are 16 years and over, also have the opportunity to participate in paid work on the college grounds before and after school.
Possibilities include working with junior school students in Before School Care, assisting at the Extension Centre, helping out with the gymnastics program as well as at the pool.
Apart from earning pocket money, there are many benefits for the girls.
"Working on campus really gives the girls an opportunity for personal growth," director of boarding, Pauline Turner said.
"They learn to communicate with colleagues in a team environment.
The opportunity for paid employment on college grounds allows the students to work in a safe environment, learning skills that will set them up for employment once they leave school.
- Director of boarding, PLC Sydney, Pauline Turner.
"I see them grow in confidence as they take on more responsibility.
"The girls have to be reliable and if they are unable to attend their allocated shift, they have to find a suitable replacement.
"The girls understand that people are relying on them.
"The opportunity for paid employment on college grounds allows the students to work in a safe environment, learning skills that will set them up for employment once they leave school.
"Being able to add these skills to their resume will allow them to gain part-time work while attending university or assist in developing their career post-secondary school."
The college is currently accepting applications for a number of scholarships and bursaries for the 2021 intake.
