They are equally successful in their endeavours to instil a thirst for knowledge, enthusiasm, initiative and confidence qualities which are needed to succeed in a changing world. The hostel at Collegiate has always played an important part in the tradition and spirit of the school. Dedicated hostel staff provide a balance of support and discipline that contributes significantly to the overall sense of harmony and well-being in the hostel. A wide range of facilities are on hand to meet girls individual and social needs. Juniors share dormitories, not exceeding four girls to a room.
Seniors have their own rooms.
The common room, TV lounge and senior coffee room are places to relax while the prep rooms cater for study needs. The hostel also has a well-equipped sick bay and its own laundry. It also provides hostel girls with easy access to the wide range of sports and extra-mural activities that flourish at Collegiate. The great value attached to sport is reflected in the excellent facilities at the school, including a fine gymnasium, an Olympic size swimming pool, squash and tennis courts, hockey fields and netball courts as well as access to a number of off-campus sports facilities. Quality coaching, co-ordinated by women who have achieved highly in their respective codes, is another characteristic of the Collegiate sports scene.