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 Gnurad-Gundidj 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?
NO: Only once your selection to attend the Alpine School Campus has been confirmed by your school then you can go ahead and complete the “Student Enrollment” process via the uEducateus website.
FAQs*
From our past students…
Some extra Q & A’s provided by our own students having attended Gnurad-Gundidj.
Will it be fun?
Yes 100%. There are so many different things you can do and that you will get to do during your 8 weeks over at Gnurad. So many new people you will most likely become friends with constantly entertain you and you will be having fun guaranteed.
Steven, 2024
How is life without a phone?
You get used to not having a phone because after the first week you completely forget about it as you are spending so much time having fun.
Lily, 2024
How good is the food there?
The food here is amazing!! There are 5 mealtimes in a day: breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. The meals vary every 3 weeks and continue the cycle.
Delphi, 2024
What do the rooms look like?
Most of the rooms have 2 single beds (unless you are in the room with 3 people in it), one loft with both wardrobes (for you and your roommate) underneath. Opposite the beds there are 2 desks and a pinboard above the desks.
Klara, 2024
Do you get to share a room with someone else?
Yes you do. It’s great to talk to your roommate about your day.
Lachy, 2024
Do you have weekends?
One day a week on either a Saturday or Sunday you will have a ‘recharge day‘ which is generally a weekend where you can relax at campus or plan an off-campus activity like mountain biking or a beach day
Victoria, 2024
How busy are your days here?
If you’re on campus, your classes are very spread out with lots of time to relax and catch up on work or with friends. If your off campus, you will usually be doing an outdoor activity that could be hiking, canoeing, surfing, and/or community service that will last from around 9:30 to 3:30.
Indiana, 2024
Will I get used to the schedule?
I have been able to get used to the schedule quite easily after 2-3 days
John, 2024
Do we do any curriculum subjects like Math and English?
No, we don’t. There are no ‘normal’ school subjects.
Toby, 2024
What is the community like?
The community you are bound to meet will be supportive and friendly. It will be easy to make friends and live together almost like a large family.
Alvin, 2024
