International Student Life
Learning at Ballarat Grammar
Situated in the historic town of Ballarat, 75 minutes from Melbourne, Ballarat Grammar offers a broad curriculum and several co-curricular activities, delivered in a way that gives every student the opportunity to achieve excellence.
We take a holistic approach to learning and believe in educating the whole child. Students participate in service and leadership activities, and we offer extensive programs in art and design, dance, drama, music, sport, and outdoor education.
The variety offered at Ballarat Grammar supports students in growing into globally minded, responsible young people and positions them for success when applying to select-entry university courses.
FAQs
Arriving at Ballarat Grammar
Your Head of House will help you with all aspects of orientation, including buying a uniform and books, setting up a bank account, etc. Each student is assigned a local “buddy” in the same year level who assists with familiarisation of the School's physical layout and the routines. We can assist in arranging transfers to and from the airport at an additional cost.
Health Cover
All international students are required to hold valid Overseas Student Health Cover for the duration of their studies. This can be arranged by parents or the School.
Home Stays
For periods when the boarding house is closed, students will be required to return home, stay with family, or stay with a homestay. We are able to arrange a homestay provider if necessary (additional expenses will be occured for homestay care).
Learning
Prep - Year 6
Our Junior School students learn in the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB PYP), embracing the philosophy of a commitment to high-quality, challenging, international education in conjunction with the Australian Curriculum.
Year 7 - 9
Throughout Middle School, we work with parents and students to ensure students find their passion and pursue it, while being supported by dedicated teachers who have their wellbeing front of mind.
Year 10 - 12
Our ultimate goal is to provide every student with the skills to lead a purposeful and fulfilling life, by nurturing their curiosity and intellectual development and encouraging deep inquiry and hard work over time.
Acknowledgement of Country
Ballarat and Queen’s Anglican Grammar School acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we learn, live and work, the Wadawurrung People, and recognises their continuing connection to the land and waterways. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend this to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.
Commitment to Child Safety
Ballarat Grammar maintains a zero-tolerance approach to all forms of child abuse and actively implements measures to identify and manage any risks of harm to students within our school environment. The care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people are central and fundamental responsibilities of the School. We are firmly committed to fostering a child-safe culture that provides an environment where students are safe and feel safe, where their participation is valued, their views respected, and their voices heard in decisions that affect their lives. Ballarat Grammar values diversity and strictly prohibits any racist or discriminatory practices. All members of our school community share the responsibility to care for children and young people by promptly raising any concerns regarding their safety, promoting their wellbeing, and protecting them from all forms of harm or abuse.
