It is with immense pride and joy that we congratulate our 2025 Seniors.  The ATAR results release marks the culmination of years of hard work, resilience, and determination. Each one of our 121 Year 12 students have achieved something remarkable, and we celebrate every outcome. Almost half of the cohort received early course offers and many have already embarked on exciting next steps - whether travel, GAP year adventures or starting employment. These results reflect countless individual success stories and the breadth of opportunities here at Fairholme. Students completed over 60 qualifications across The Arts, Humanities, five Sciences, three languages, four Mathematics courses, University Headstart programs, and more than 25 VET program qualifications. Many have secured places at leading universities in fields such as Medicine, Law, Engineering, Education, Psychology, and more, most at their first-preference destinations. Beyond academic success, this group of wonderful students has contributed richly to the life of Fairholme College. They have devoted themselves to the Leadership Committees, supported charities, completed service projects, excelled in sport, and performed in concerts, dance, and drama productions. Such experiences have shaped them into well-rounded individuals and have contributed to their wonderful results. Within the 2025 results, we are incredibly proud to note that 11 students applied to enter medicine programs at universitys all over Australia and all 11 have received offers. ‘Achieving a 100 per cent acceptance rate for our aspiring medical students is a deeply rewarding outcome,’ said Mr Tom McCormick, Head of Senior School. ‘Watching their commitment over many years culminate in this next step toward a career in medicine has been a privilege.’ Fairholme has a longstanding commitment to supporting students who aspire to medical pathways, and our 2025 results reflect the consistency of that approach. Support begins early through our Year 10 Pathways program and is strengthened through initiatives such as interview preparation, UCAT tutoring, and our dedicated medicine pathway group. The achievements of our Class of 2025 are a testament to our students’ dedication and the strong partnerships between staff, parents, and the wider community. It is an honour to work alongside each of our students, and as they begin their next chapter, we wish our 2025 Seniors every success and happiness. 2025 Top Academic Achievers College Dux: Ariel Qiu Proxime Accessit: Crystal Deng Ordine Tertia: Freya Statham A special congratulations to Katie Seaby for English, Freya Statham for Literature, Lara McPhie for Literature, and Chloe Carmody for Modern History, who each achieved perfect (100%) subject scores. Magna Cum Laude Award Recipients: Chloe Carmody Caitlin Croft Lainey Currie Elizabeth Frame Carys Goodger Indianna Hithcock Brooke Hurford Yas Lethbridge Matilda Lockwood Gracie Mack Victoria McCumstie Lara McPhie Charli McWhirter Sanjana Nathan Hannah Packer Nicole Pascoe Ariel Qiu Leah Roberts Katie Seaby Geneva Searle Milla Stankiewicz Freya Statham Mia Stewart Charlotte Thomson Georgina White

In the first week of term, our Year 10 students traded textbooks and timetables for real-world workplaces, embarking on a journey that opened their eyes to the many possibilities beyond the school gates. This annual work experience program, delivered by the Fairholme Pathways Centre, offers students the chance to explore industries they’ve long been curious about or discover new passions. During the week, the girls stepped into roles that spanned a fascinating range of professions: from the high-tech world of cybersecurity to the hands-on care of veterinary clinics and physiotherapy practices. Some students experienced the fastpaced environments of surgery centres and radiology clinics, while others found themselves immersed in the precision of equine veterinary services or the creativity of marketing and jewellery design. Careers in education were popular too, with placements at kindergartens and primary schools, and for those drawn to justice, law firms offered an insightful glimpse into the legal world. Many of these choices reflect the Specialist Elective Programs the students are pursuing, including qualifications like the Diploma of Business and Social Media Marketing, Certificate IV in Crime and Justice, Certificate III in Fitness, Certificate III in Early Education and Children’s Services and Certificate II in Animal Care. Our Year 10 students are provided with six hours per fortnight in their timetable to dedicate to completing a Specialist Elective Program, providing real-world experiences that help bring classroom learning to life. Together, these programs and real world experiences help bridge the gap between study and future careers. One of the highlights of the week was the immersive placement for students undertaking the Certificate II and III in Health Services Assistant. These students travelled to the Mater Hospital in Brisbane, where they participated in two transformative days of hands-on learning. Partnering with Mater Education, they stepped into real hospital scenarios, learning about patient care, wound dressing, feeding assistance, vital sign monitoring, and even midwifery. Beyond clinical skills, the girls built invaluable connections with patients, gaining a deep understanding of compassion in healthcare. At Fairholme College, preparing students for life beyond school isn’t just about what happens inside the classroom. Thanks to the dedicated work of our Pathways Centre, initiatives like the Year 10 work experience program ensure that each student steps forward equipped not only with knowledge, but with vision, purpose and real-world insight.