A flourishing exchange program

Language learning is a vital element of a Meriden education. For a student learning a language, attending an exchange program overseas offers her an opportunity to accelerate and deepen learning and grow in her cultural appreciation. As of 2025, Meriden is proud to offer exchange programs for all languages taught at Meriden, including French, Spanish, […]

Building independence in the outdoors

Each Meriden girl experiences the joys and challenges of attending school camps throughout her education. These camps form part of Meriden’s sequential outdoor education program at Meriden, allowing the girls to build skills and confidence outside of the classroom. In the Junior School, girls from Years 3 to 6 attend camp in Term 4 of […]

Implications of AI for teaching and learning

A teacher’s knowledge, teaching methods and personal engagement with students cannot be replaced by artificial intelligence at Meriden. We certainly have been thinking about the implications of AI for teaching and learning at Meriden, but rather than resisting or succumbing to these new technologies, our teachers are looking at ways AI can assist them in […]

The Power of (Dis)connection

One of the most significant obstacles we face as educators and parents spends a significant amount of time in the palm of our hands: the smartphone. As a society, we have become increasingly reliant on technology in our everyday lives, and we are still learning about the impact of instant-access devices and social media on […]