The exchange program offers our students an immersive opportunity whereby they come to learn more about themselves through developing a strong connection with people in an international environment.

We trust our exchange students to serve as excellent ambassadors for Pembroke School. It is expected that all exchange students will want to make a positive impression and contribute in some meaningful ways to their host school. Thus, all students involved in an exchange are expected to do their best academically and to respect the traditions, routines, and structures of their host school. All exchange students are required to maintain a journal of their experiences from which they will develop a keynote presentation to peers and staff, sharing elements of their exchange upon their return; encouraging others to engage in this unique experience.

Please see below information about exchanges with each partnering school:

Orchard College

Curicó, Chile
(Pembroke boy and girl at Orchard Term 4 2023, Orchard boy and girl at Pembroke in Term 1 2024)

To express your interest in participating in these exchanges please complete the below form by 5 pm Friday 19 May 2023.

Student's First Name

Student's Last Name

Student's Date of Birth

Day

Month

Year

House/Tute

NB Applicants must have a current passport; that is, with an expiry date of no fewer than 6 months beyond the scheduled return date.

Australian Passport Number

Expiry Date

Student Contact Details

Phone

Parent Contact Details

Phone

Student Application Statement

The personal attributes and characteristics I possess that make me a suitable candidate for this exchange. (approx. 200 words)

What School based sports and other cultural pursuits interest me?

In what ways have I represented Pembroke School in the recent past, i.e. last 2-3 years?

What interests do I pursue out of School hours?

In what ways have I contributed to the wellbeing of my fellow students and School?

We would be pleased to hear your news – e.g. Career, Family, Travel, etc

Now proceed to www.viacharacter.org/researchers/assessments/via-youth-103-13-17, click on Take The Free VIA Survey and register to take the VIA survey for Youth (Ages 13-17). Complete this survey and then complete the statement below.

Character Strengths Survey statement – Please comment in 300 words on how and the ways in which you identify with your top 5 strengths as identified in this survey.

Parent endorsement of application and consent to go through application process. Please comment as to why you believe your child is a good candidate for this exchange experience.

Thank you for your interest in the exchange program and best of luck.

Yours sincerely

Mrs Kia Sheidow
Head of Middle School

Application for Exchange 2023 – Student Profile

Orchard College

Student Application Statement