At Grimwade House, we are dedicated to providing a learning experience that balances our focus on excellence with daily moments of awe and wonder, preparing students to lead successful lives filled with purpose.
“At Grimwade, we were always encouraged to have a go at everything. You became a sort of ‘renaissance person’ while you were there, and that approach has been highly influential in my life and in my career.”—Lizzie Gregory (OM 1993) Read more.
Here, girls and boys learn together in our coeducational setting fostering mutual respect, collaboration, and understanding. Every child is actively encouraged to take part in all aspects of the School’s educational program, pursue new interests, and contribute to the vibrant life of the School.
The Grimwade House approach
We work to create an environment where girls and boys feel supported and enthusiastic in all they do. We know that when students feel calm, safe, and secure, they are at their most curious and ready to learn.
We have a multidimensional view of learning, recognising that children have multiple intelligences, unique areas of interest, and individual learning styles. This means we build towards meeting academic standards by focusing on their growth, measuring the distance between where a child has been and where they are today, and setting new goals that motivate them to achieve even more.
“There’s an element of the environment and the culture at Melbourne Grammar that does support people to strive for excellence.” – Dr Charlie Day (OM 1988), technology business leader Read more.
Our School values are central to our educational program fostering courage and integrity, confidence and resilience and an understanding of the importance of giving back to your community and the world around you.
Learning as a partnership
At Grimwade House, we believe education is a partnership between school and home. Teachers collaborate closely with parents, other staff, and the wider community to create the best possible learning outcomes for each student.
We aim to ensure each parent receives open, honest communication about their child’s progress, and is aware of the next step in the curriculum at every stage. Parents are also actively encouraged to take part in School activities when appropriate.
Our students are supported by a team of dedicated teachers and specialists, including music educators, outdoor education staff, sports instructors, and before- and after-school care professionals. Together, they ensure every child has access to expert guidance, a broad curriculum, and opportunities to excel.