It is a complex issue where you weigh up single sex versus co-educational and decide which learning environment best suits your child.
Current research indicates the following advantages of girls only education:
- Girls in girls' schools achieve significantly stronger academic results than any other group in Australia
- Girl-centred learning in a co-operative environment reduces the time off-task due to discipline issues
- Leadership role models are prevalent as all student leadership positions from Years 7–12 are filled by girls
- All sporting and co-curricular activities are open to girls; they participate, influence and lead for genuine achievement
- In an all-girl classroom, girls take on all the roles in the group, providing an atmosphere where students take the risks necessary for learning
- Girls thrive and excel in collaborative teams
- Teachers have the scope to tailor learning experiences and discussions to the needs of the girls
- There is mutual understanding amongst peers which enables girls to workshop and support each other through the challenges of adolescence
- Every learning area and career path has female role models in aspiring senior students and successful graduates
Read further research HERE
