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Year 9 Australia Exchange
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In 2008, the exchange with Australia will have been running for nine years. At the end of Year 8, pupils are able to apply. The following are required:
In addition, parents need to read the Agreement and General Information. The School has links with two schools in Victoria, Australia: Carey School, Melbourne www.carey.vic.edu.au and Eltham College, Melbourne www.elthamcollege.vic.edu.au |
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For any pupil wishing to be considered, they must have an outward going personality, an excellent school record and good organisation to catch up with work upon their return. Usually, the exchange lasts for six weeks. St Aidan's pupils go to Australia first, this is usually the third week in January. The Australians return for six weeks the second week in May after the national (SATs) tests. Please note, all applications must consist of an application form, a letter of application and a personal profile and must be typed. |
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Letter of Application
The letter must be written by the pupil applying for the exchange.
The letter should outline the reasons why the pupil wants to participate in the exchange. It should include personal qualities, any relevant experiences or travel, how he/she copes away from home, how to cope with a problem and what is necessary to make a reciprocal exchange successful.
The letter should be approximately 300 words. Please note that your letter and application form will be sent to the host school in Australia and your potential host family.
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