Geelong Grammar School
Geelong, Victoria
Our purpose is to shape a better world. We do this by focusing on enabling wisdom within others and ourselves so that each of us can make a positive difference.
Year Established | 1855 |
School Type | Coeducational |
Accommodation Type | Boarding |
ELICOS Program | No |
Other English language program(s) | English as an Additional Language (EAL/D) |
Leaving certificate/qualification(s) | VCE and IB Diploma |
Entry points for international students | Years 5 – 12 Boarding from Year 7 |
Total number of students | 1500 |
Number of international students | 64 |
Test required | Yes – at application |
Annual Tuition Fees | Year 5-6: $46,480 AUD Year 7-8: $51,920 AUD Years 10-12: $60,620 AUD |
Boarding & Tuition | Year 7-8: $93,640 AUD Year 9-12: $101,960 AUD |
Geelong Grammar School (GGS) has earned a reputation as a pioneering Australian school that provides exceptional learning opportunities built on real-world experiences and genuine human connections.
As Australia’s largest co-educational boarding school with 1,500 students across four campuses, GGS is an IB World School offering a unique, educational experience. Students begin at Corio Campus for Year 7-8, before moving to Timbertop Campus for Year 9 before returning to Corio for Years 10-12.
GGS offers a rich and comprehensive curriculum not only academically, but also in Sports, the Arts and pioneering Timbertop programme. From these opportunities, students can develop new skills, competencies, resilience and courage; ultimately learning to be agile and adaptive in our fast-changing world.
The inclusive GGS community warmly embraces international students, cherishing values of belonging. Families choose GGS for our exceptional reputation, robust and well-established boarding program, diverse learning opportunities, unparalleled Timbertop experience, and balanced education approach.
Contact Geelong Grammar
Ms Phuong Nguyen
In-Country Representative
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Chavaune Francis
Admissions Manager
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ggs.vic.edu.au
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From the Principal
We have a strong culture of inclusivity at Geelong Grammar, and genuinely want all our learners to feel a sense of belonging and confidence to open their hearts and minds to the myriad of adventurous, positive, and creative opportunities available. When your child becomes a student at our School, you too become an integral part of our thriving, dynamic community.
Ms Rebecca Cody – Principal