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The oasis of silence

Year 11 student, Racer Adam, provides a powerful account of the often unrecognised benefits of being a child of two deaf parents.

Deep diving into literature in Upper Primary

Our Upper Primary literacy program assists students to gain new ways of thinking and new strategies for approaching knowledge.

Liberal democracy in the balance

Our new Head of Humanities, Nick Young, explains why it is essential our students gain political literacy and the thinking skills required for civic leadership.

A tradition of respect and honour

Oscar Froomes, Year 11, views the ANZAC legacy as a call to live with courage, resilience, and to hold fast to integrity even when the path is difficult.

A meaningful ‘rite of passage’

Among the many things that George Stirling learnt during his Beyond the Gates experience was to be more tolerant under stress, to manage discomfort without complaint, and that a laugh can cure anything.

Being a virtuous human

Integrity means using your voice when it's hardest to do so—because that’s when it matters most explains Henry Flintoft, 2025 Captain of the School

The value of a broad liberal education

In an AI-permeated age, our School must cultivate thinkers who reason ethically, analyse critically, and engage meaningfully according to our new Director of Learning and Research, Matthew Maruff.

Weaving the cloth: growth pathways at Grimwade House

At Grimwade House, learning is an intricate tapestry—woven uniquely for every child, with care, creativity, and purpose. And, in this article, we also introduce the 'What does your child need today?' library.

Shades of success across the Centre for Humanities

The new Centre for Humanities will blend natural colours with innovative design, creating a space where students are inspired to learn, think, and create.

A technological transformation in the art classroom

Senior School Head of Creative & Performing Arts Matthew Perkins examines the relationship between artistic practice and emerging technologies.

Reclaiming thoughtfulness in a distracted age

Year 12 student Ryan Mooney explores why reading books remains a cultural imperative.

Designing a foundation for learning

Head of Grimwade House Royce Helm considers how today’s Prep classrooms will be reimagined to reflect the way our youngest students learn.