A Selection of
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
Are students who attend SSL required to also "catch up" on schoolwork they have missed when they return?
NO: a student is not expected to catch up on a terms worth of work while they participate at SSL. From multiple reports the growth they have during the program far exceeds the learning from mainstream. This is due to the fact they’re at SSL for 8 weeks straight, they live and breathe the curriculum.
Is sports equipment provided? Specifically, soccer balls and basketballs?
We do have a selection of sporting equipment at all SSL campuses. You’re welcome to bring along additional sporting equipment, please ask a staff member if you’re unsure.
Is there a piano?
We don’t have pianos, but we do have some musical equipment at Don Valley Campus, including a keyboard. If you wish to play music or continue practicing with your instrument, please bring it along.
Is there facility to accommodate extra-curricular online tutoring sessions during the program?
There is some ‘wriggle room’ for extra-curricular tutoring, this would occur during the student’s recreation time.
Do students get our own bathrooms in our rooms?
There are bathrooms located in each student wing which are used by the residents of those wings.
Can students bring USB charging Headlights?
Yes, please bring a headlight; we check all electrical equipment and have it ‘test and tagged’
Can I bring my own camera?
Yes, please bring your own digital camera – the more photograph’s the better!
Note: we check all electrical equipment that requires charging and have it ‘test and tagged’Can you tell us about scholarships, or is that organised through our own schools?
YES: We do have a School for Student Leadership SSL Student Equity Fund.
Please visit this website and have a look for further information:Where can I find the iAm pre-arrival questions?
The iAm Pre-Arrival Questions & Activity Worksheet are also available on this website but they will also be given to you by your liaison teacher at your home school.
This worksheet is best completed prior to arriving to start the School for Student Leadership program and will help the campus staff gain an insight into who you are.
Is there a way to watch the football or access sporting highlights?
Football games may be watched as part of a proposal for Recharge Days. All students do have the opportunity to view sporting highlights via various media outlets.
Can we bring our own music?
Yes, you will have access to Spotify, however having a selection of your own music is also welcomed and encouraged.
Do you still enrol if the selection process hasn’t been finalised at our school level?
Only once your selection to attend Don Valley Campus has been confirmed by your school then you can go ahead and complete the “Student Enrollment” process via the uEducateus website.