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The Hills Grammar School is an independent, non-selective, co-educational and non-denominational Kindergarten to Year 12 School. The ethos of the School is underpinned by humanitarian values and its major emphasis is the development of excellence in scholarship, personal development and citizenship.
The school is well known for its extensive co-curricular program offering a wide range of activities in Music, Sport, Leadership & Service, and the Creative and Spoken Arts. |
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Set in 45 acres of magnificent bushland, facilities include: fully- equipped multi-purpose with gymnasium and weight training area; amphitheatre, music complex, drama theatre and workshop spaces; state-of-the-art science and HSIE facilities; art rooms, studio and gallery; four-level library with fully equipped theatrette; over 400 computers in Junior and Senior classes, library and computer labs; food technology kitchen and cafeteria-style canteen; fully lit Sports Precinct including an international sized oval, four multi-purpose courts and a Sports Pavilion. |
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The School recognises and caters for gifted children as well as children with some learning difficulties. From Year 7, an academic Honours program offers flexible pathways of study for students with high ability in one or more of the following areas: Humanities (English, History, Latin), Mathematics and Science.
The extensive student welfare network includes a K-12 director of Pastoral Care, house tutors, consultant psychologists, a strong peer leadership system, and a student leadership committee. Work experience is run for one week in Year 10. Career and tertiary awareness is a key component of the school year. In a safe environment which encourages trust, we strive to help our students realise their potential. |
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The Junior School teaching programs focus on the Key Learning Areas: English, Mathematics, Science and Technology, Human Society and its Environment, Languages (French), Music (including a compulsory string and woodwind/brass program), Art, Drama, Physical Education, Health and Personal Development. Junior classes enjoy specialist teachers, exceptional facilities, small class sizes and a large range of co-curricular activities and leadership opportunities. |
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Core subjects (Years 7 to 10): English; Mathematics; Science; Australian History, Geography, Civics and Citizenship; Personal Development (PDHPE), Health and Physical Education; Visual Arts; Music; Languages (French, German, Japanese, Latin); Technology (mandatory).
Elective subjects (Years 9 and 10): Commerce; Design and Technology; Drama; Food Technology; Elective History, Industrial Technology (Timber); Information Software and Technology; Languages (French, German, Japanese, Latin); Music; Physical Activity and Sports Studies; Visual Arts.
Electives Years 11 and 12: English (all levels), Mathematics (all levels), Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Earth and Environmental Science, Business Studies, Economics, Legal Studies, Ancient History, Modern History, Geography, History Extension, Music 1, Music 2, Music Extension, Visual Arts, Languages (French, German, Japanese, Latin - Continuers and Extension), Drama, PDHPE, Information Processes and Technology, Industrial Technology (Timber), Information Technology (VET) and Hospitality (VET). In Year 11, students can also opt to study 1 unit Board Endorsed courses including Sport, Lifestyle and Recreation, and Visual Design.
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Soccer, cricket, tennis, touch football, swimming, softball, netball, basketball, hockey, volleyball, tae kwon do, circuit-training, athletics, cross-country, life-saving, rugby, European handball. Students also train for a broad range of interschool team competitions. |
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