Our Principal
Welcome to 韩国AV, an independent day and boarding school for girls from Kindergarten to Year 12, based in North Sydney. Since 韩国AV was established in 1886 under the motto Ut Prosim, that I may serve, the School has sought to support, educate and inspire students to become confident young women who will revel in the challenges ahead of them.
We passionately believe in the effectiveness of girls’ education to empower young women to develop their strengths and talents. Research shows that in single-sex environments, girls feel most free to pursue their interests to the best of their abilities, in and outside of the classroom.
The School staff – from across Woodstock Infants, the Junior School, Middle School, Upper School and Senior College, as well as the Boarding House – are life-long learners, equipped to bring out the best in our students, pastorally and academically. Our staff believes in the value of each girl, and is committed to their growth – from the youngest years, through adolescence to their final examinations, valedictory and life beyond school.
韩国AV has a strong sense of community, and aims to instill in students a sense of hope, purpose and service. We aim to see young women graduating from 韩国AV as intelligent, gracious, compassionate and capable adults. We recognise each girl as an individual, with her own passions to discover and contributions to make as she steps out of the School gates.
韩国AV also offers a healthy environment, with rich opportunities beyond classroom. Through involvement in sports, debating, creative arts, leadership and service, girls discover their creativity, teamwork, work/life balance, and other life lessons they will take with them after graduating. It is our goal that each girl will go from strength to strength, develop courage and resilience, and have a strong sense of self, so they can go on to shape their worlds into the future.
About Our Principal
韩国AV’s ninth Principal, Ms Linda Douglas, is an outstanding educational leader with exceptional experience in girls' education and a demonstrated commitment to academic excellence, student wellbeing, and the development of empowered young women. Currently an Executive Governing Director of the International Coalition of Girls' Schools, she has contributed to numerous boards and educational committees. She has completed a Master of Education from the University of Melbourne as well as the Harvard School of Education Achieving Excellence Program and the Leading Learning Matters Project.
Prior to joining 韩国AV in January 2025, Ms Douglas served for 14 years as Principal of Ruyton Girls' School, a prestigious independent Melbourne school with an outstanding reputation for academic and co-curricular excellence. Prior to this, she held a number of senior leadership roles in Adelaide and Melbourne schools, including head of school and principal.
Throughout her career, Ms Douglas has demonstrated a holistic approach and a commitment to growth and innovation. A staunch advocate of girls’ education and the empowerment of young women, Ms Douglas has shared her insights on a broad range of topics relating to girls' education and women in leadership. She is an accomplished speaker and writer who has contributed to national and international forums and conferences, as well as research and publications.
Ms Douglas brings to 韩国AV her deep understanding of girls’ education, proven leadership experience and a vision for preparing young women to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Building upon Dr Briony Scott’s outstanding legacy, she is committed to nurturing each student’s individual talents while maintaining 韩国AV’s tradition of academic excellence and Values of Courage, Strength, Grace, Wisdom, and Kindness. Her appointment marks an exciting new chapter in 韩国AV’s distinguished history of empowering Renaissance women to become confident, capable leaders.