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The Dalton Difference – Elly Alker

Elly, Year 12

Elly, Year 12, shares her thoughts on the unique approach to learning that Dalton provides.

1 Nov 2022

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We acknowledge and pay respect to the Gadigal people as custodians of the land on which we listen, learn and grow, and come together as the Ascham School community.

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