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Close encounters of the idea

Year 10 student, Ryan Mooney, reflects on his learning through the consideration of big ideas.

The power of picture books

Teacher LIbrarian at Grimwade House, Bronwyn Joseph, has recently been appointed as a judge for the Children’s Book Council of Australia Book of the Year Awards in the Early Childhood category.

Auguries of Innocence

"It’s a wonderful thing when a student realises the power of words."

The Bard shows students new ways of thinking

By writing a new novel specifically for our students, one Wadhurst teacher is connecting Shakespeare’s themes to the 21st century classroom.

Holy pop culture references Batman. It’s a superhero mural!

Wadhurst staff and students have united to create a unique piece of artwork on the wall of a classroom. Read more

Da Vinci Decathlon – Senior National Champions 2018

Well done to Melbourne Grammar School’s senior team on winning the national championship of the Da Vinci Decathlon.

The story behind Wadhurst’s daily reading programme

Reading is scheduled every day at Wadhurst because helps build creativity and agility in thought explains English Coordinator Paul Stewart.