Senior School
Year 7 to Year 12
The Senior School at The Illawarra Grammar School is characterised by purposeful learning within a joyous atmosphere, set in beautiful grounds. It is a place where students are enabled to enjoy the pursuit of academic excellence underpinned by strong Christian foundations.
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Academic Excellence
At The Illawarra Grammar School, students are committed to investigate new areas of learning, to persevere even when content is challenging, and to enjoy the satisfaction of subject mastery.
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Academic Cocurricula
As well as the academic challenges that exist in the classroom, such as Honours Maths class and subject-based competitions, there are many co-curricular activities that are enjoyed by students looking for further academic challenge.
This includes chess, debating, the da Vinci Decathlon, the Model United Nations Assembly competition, and musical competitions.
These activities are usually held at lunchtime or after-hours and are open to students who express interest in being involved.
Find out moreAcademic Co-Curricula
As well as the academic challenges that exist in the classroom, such as Olympiad Maths class and subject-based competitions, there are many co-curricular activities that are enjoyed by students looking for further academic challenge.
This includes chess, debating, the da Vinci Decathlon, the Model United Nations Assembly competition, and musical competitions.
These activities are usually held at lunchtime or after-hours and are open to students who express interest in being involved.
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Academic Care
Our pastoral system incorporates personalised academic care for students who are carefully guided in their decision-making regarding subject choices, and provided with thoughtful, timely advice to assist with their academic progress.
A wide range of electives, commencing in Year 7, allow students to begin personalising their suite of subjects from the beginning of their secondary pathway.
The teachers at The Illawarra Grammar School go to considerable lengths to support students with their learning, even providing holiday and weekend lessons, as well as after-hours assistance. By setting challenging targets and providing tailored support, our teachers assist students to achieve impressive results.
Academic Care
Our pastoral system incorporates personalised academic care for students who are carefully guided in their decision-making regarding subject choices, and provided with thoughtful, timely advice to assist with their academic progress.
A wide range of electives, commencing in Year 7, allow students to begin personalising their suite of subjects from the beginning of their secondary pathway.
The teachers at The Illawarra Grammar School go to considerable lengths to support students with their learning, even providing holiday and weekend lessons, as well as after-hours assistance. By setting challenging targets and providing tailored support, our teachers assist students to achieve impressive results.
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A Wide Range of Subjects
Our carefully selected suite of subjects caters for the interests and talents of students across the sciences, humanities, social sciences, languages, creative arts and technology. View the full list of available subjects.
From 2025, The Illawarra Grammar School will be offering a Stage 5 course in Science from Cambridge University. Enrolment into this course will be by invitation only. We will also launch Year 8 electives Grand Designs, Heroines and Heroes, and Jewellery Making. A Finding Time subject, for elite musicians and sports people, will also be available for Year 8 and 9 students.
A Wide Range of Subjects
Our carefully selected suite of subjects caters for the interests and talents of students across the sciences, humanities, social sciences, languages, creative arts and technology. View the full list of available subjects.
From 2025, The Illawarra Grammar School will be offering a Stage 5 course in Science from Cambridge University. Enrolment into this course will be by invitation only. We will also launch Year 8 electives Grand Designs, Heroines and Heroes, and Jewellery Making. A Finding Time subject, for elite musicians and sports people, will also be available for Year 8 and 9 students.
3
Languages
Offered
65
Years of
Excellence
24
Maximum students in a class
Cocurricular
Opportunities
Music
Music
Sport
Sport
Service
Service
Cocurricula
Cocurricula
School
Production
School
Production
Outdoor
Education
Outdoor
Education
Academic Support
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EALD
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Talented Learners
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Tuition Hubs
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Library
The Library is a cheerful and happy space in the School, and many students meet their friends for productive time before, during and after school. The Library is open 8.00am – 5.00pm, and on Saturday mornings during term time for students in Years 11 and 12.
The library staff includes a librarian who specialises in research techniques and strategies, enabling students to access expert advice to support their referencing, research and academic writing.
What Senior School students
have to say:
Welcome from
Mr Nick Hackett
Head of Senior School
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Strong Character and Conviction
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Visit The Illawarra
Grammar School
We welcome you and your family to attend one of our upcoming events to explore our beautiful grounds and connect with our knowledgeable staff and exceptional students.
Discover for yourself the strength of TIGS.