The Final Chapter

The second-generation Fairholme College girl was excited to experience new opportunities she would never have been exposed to in her hometown of Moonie.

It was difficult at first, but through friendships and support, her homesickness and loneliness quickly disappeared.



“It took me a little while to find my feet, but I’ve always felt comfortable here at Fairholme,” Eliza said.

Eliza has come a long way from her orientation days, having secured the role of Head Boarder in her final year of schooling.

She said the role had allowed her to be a school leader and work with students and executive staff to implement goals to enhance everyone’s Boarding experience.

“My philosophy has always been you make of it what you want, but my focus has been on those little one-percenters so that I can fulfil my purpose as Head Boarder. I do my best to tuck my little buddy in each night, and I love to connect with girls from all the different grades,” she said.

With graduation looming, Eliza’s job is almost complete, but the thought of saying goodbye has left her with mixed emotions.

“I don’t want to leave; I love it here at Fairholme. I love the culture and being able to walk down the corridor and have a chat with anyone. I’m going to miss that immensely.”

While Boarding opened her eyes to the many opportunities on offer, Eliza said the most valuable lessons she learned were independence and organisation.

“I’ve been living away from my parents since I was 11, which meant I grew up very quickly. I’ve always been quite an independent person, but Boarding School has complemented that trait.”

To hear more about Eliza’s life as a Fairholme Boarder, listen to the latest At Holme Podcast ›