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When your son or daughter starts school
at CCGS, they are joining a leading
independent school with a reputation
for more than just academic excellence.
Your family also becomes an integral part
of a united, supportive and welcoming
community – one that embraces diversity,
fosters individuality and cultivates the
talents unique to every child.
Our inclusive, co-educational learning
environment allows siblings to reap
the rewards of sharing the same school
from Kindergarten to Year 12. A living
testament to our strong family spirit are
confi dent students who truly stand out as
responsible and caring young individuals.
Home to our school is 17 undulating,
tree-studded hectares on the NSW
Central Coast. A spacious, peaceful
learning environment, our campus
inspires creative thinking, emotional
wellbeing and an active, healthy lifestyle.
The CCGS school motto is Vita et
Scientia – Life & Knowledge. It embodies
a belief that education begins with the
seeds sown in the formative years
and encompasses an entwining of life
skills with academic knowledge.
Exceptional teachers encourage all
students to develop an intrinsic desire
for a lifetime of learning and an ability
to adapt to change with energy and
enthusiasm. The result is graduates
branching out into the world as forward
thinking, mature and articulate young
adults who celebrate their niche in life
and are motivated to contribute to society
and the community in which they live.
W E L C O M I N G
Y O U R F A M I L Y
I N T O O U R S
C E N T R A L C O A S T G R A M M A R S C H O O L
“CCGS offers my family such a
strong sense of community. As a
mother I am very thankful that my
children have such a wonderful
place to grow and learn.”
Jennifer (Parent)
W H A T W E VA L U E ,
P R O M O T E A N D C H E R I S H
Central Coast Grammar School’s founding
Charter, when the doors fi rst opened in
1985, was ‘to be a school of honest
endeavour striving to meet the individual
needs of its pupils and drawing out from
them their best efforts in the varied fi elds
in which their talents lie.’
Today we offer a broad education that
promotes the intellectual, physical,
emotional and spiritual development
of each child. A nondenominational
school with a Christian ethos, CCGS
encourages students to refl ect on spiritual
matters, ethical issues and human values.
In this way we see our role as helping
your child gradually discover his or her
own pathway in life.
True to our founding Charter, our
Aspiration, Mission and Value statements
refl ect the attitudes we continue to
celebrate, encourage and cherish.
O U RA S P I R A T I O N
Our graduates will be mature and
articulate global citizens. They will
have been encouraged to maximise their
academic potential and have been
exposed to a wide variety of cocurricular
activities. They will have developed into
confi dent, caring and well balanced young
adults. Our graduates will be able to
thrive in a rapidly changing world through
their collaborative skills, technological
competence, enterprising spirit and
capacity for innovation.
O U RM I S S I O N
Striving for excellence in all endeavours in a
happy, caring and supportive environment.
O U RVA L U E S
Our values refl ect the school’s culture
and the personal attributes we teach, and
expect all students to aspire to:
• The care of others
• Generosity and selfl essness
• Personal integrity
• Love and loyalty
• Respect and forgiveness
• Responsibility and self-discipline
• Compassion and friendship
• Courage and perseverance
• Truthfulness and honesty
At Central Coast Grammar School
learning and relationships are at the heart
of everything we do.
Nurturing a child’s potential is a serious
business. Our commitment to teaching
excellence and maximised academic
achievement aims for every student to
achieve their personal best within a culture
where effort and excellence are rewarded
and success is viewed as normal.
Learning has many dimensions. Effective
academic programs, stimulating
cocurricular activities and nurtured
student wellbeing provide an all round
education that extends the diverse
gifts and abilities of each child. CCGS
is organised into 3 dynamic schools
dedicated to each stage of your child’s
emotional, physical and intellectual
development. Our single campus ensures
a consistent and secure transition from
one stage of learning to the next.
We are a friendly school that values
and includes parents. Open and honest
communication between students,
teachers and parents ensures we provide
the best possible education to meet your
child’s needs.
We can open the door to a larger world
and make a difference in a child’s life.
We can offer dedicated teachers,
inspirational learning spaces and a host of
opportunities. Ultimately though, it is the
student who defi nes how they engage in
the life of the school and who they will
become. In partnership with parents, we
aim to be a memorable and guiding force
as they grow and build their lives.
If you believe that CCGS may be the
right school for your son or daughter,
come and meet the students and staff in
person and experience for yourselves the
thriving, purposeful atmosphere pervading
the everyday life of our school. You will
receive a very warm welcome.
F R O M T H E
H E A D M A S T E R
C E N T R A L C O A S T G R A M M A R S C H O O L
William Low
At CCGS the focus is on your child – how
they learn, how they think and how we
can support them each and every day to
help them reach their full potential.
Every child is unique. Each has strengths
and weaknesses that need to be identifi ed
and nurtured. Some respond better to
certain learning styles than others. One
child may need more encouragement
than another in order to achieve their best.
Meeting every child’s individual needs is
central to our school’s mission.
Our teachers get to know your child
personally. Talents, abilities and challenges
are recognised and teachers accommodate
different rates and styles of learning.
Students are placed in classes to suit
both their ability and social needs.
From Kindergarten to Year 12, learning
support specialists work closely with
classroom teachers on a daily basis to
monitor students’ core learning. They
have the skills and knowledge to
extend gifted and talented children and
assist those needing extra help. Inclusive
support and extension is offered within
the classroom setting so that your child’s
educational experience is both stimulating
and comprehensive.
As children make the transition from one
developmental stage to the next, their
needs may also change. A child may be
a confident learner in the Junior School,
but may struggle during early adolescence.
Another may fi nd it diffi cult to establish a
consistent study routine in Senior College.
As educational landscapes broaden and
greater independence and maturity are
expected, students at CCGS can feel
secure in the knowledge that help is
always readily available.
Throughout their educational journey
your child will be encouraged to fi nd
their niche and be proud of their own
individual achievements.
I N D I V I D U A L F O C U S
C E N T R A L C O A S T G R A M M A R S C H O O L
The adventure begins in the Junior School.
Open, light filled spaces and warm,
nurturing teachers welcome our youngest
members to school and provide wonderful
foundations for the vital early learning and
developmental years.
Curiosity, clear thinking and academic
accomplishment are fostered from day one,
encouraging your child to develop a hunger
for knowledge. At the same time our skilled
and experienced teachers carefully monitor
the individual learning and wellbeing needs
of each child within their care.
Our stimulating Junior School curriculum
is anchored by systematic literacy and
numeracy programs and enhanced by
specialist teachers in Art, Languages,
Music and Sport who are passionate
about their individual areas of expertise.
Kindergarten children discover the joy
of learning a foreign language, Year 3
children learn to play an instrument and
Year 5 children commence our integrated
Notebook program.
Your child is encouraged to respect
others and their environment, assume
responsibility and develop positive
relationships with their classmates
and teachers. Gradually as these values
are understood and become second
nature, your child develops the solid
foundations that will see them enter
the Middle School with confi dence,
resilience and determination.
T H E J O U R N E Y
B E G I N SJ U N I O R S C H O O L ( K - 6 )
C E N T R A L C O A S T G R A M M A R S C H O O L
At the very core of Middle School
philosophy is an understanding of just
how crucial it is for your child to establish
and foster productive relationships while
maintaining and building confi dence
and self-esteem.
Adolescence is a time of significant
change – a time when young people are
discovering who they are and developing
new relationships. Recognising this critical
stage in your child’s development, our
focus in the Middle School is geared
towards engaging, energising and
challenging them while supporting their
emotional wellbeing.
Extensive opportunities, rich academic
programs and a wide range of electives
allow students to explore their
talents and interests. At the same time
critical thinking and academic rigour
establish solid foundations for success
in Senior College.
E X P L O R A T I O N
A N D D I S C O V E R YM I D D L E S C H O O L ( 7 - 9 )
C E N T R A L C O A S T G R A M M A R S C H O O L
An emerging adult, your son or daughter
is beginning to clarify goals for final
accreditation and life beyond school.
Senior College offers a vast range of
subject choices, extensive careers
guidance and new possibilities for
personal growth, leadership and service.
It is a time when engagement in life
and learning is lifted to higher levels.
Senior College students are challenged
to take intellectual risks, think beyond
traditional constraints and become more
autonomous in preparation for tertiary
study. Encouraged to be the very best
they can be, your son or daughter will
have every opportunity to develop the
skills, knowledge and motivation for
their chosen career.
From start to finish CCGS offers the
highest standard in education. We identify
talent and support students without
question in order to build confident
achievers. Our goal is to capture the heart
and mind of your son or daughter while
guiding them at every stage of their
learning journey.
B R A N C H I N G O U TS E N I O R C O L L E G E ( 1 0 - 1 2 )
C E N T R A L C O A S T G R A M M A R S C H O O L
“There are a lot of reasons
why CCGS is a brilliant school,
but the quality of the staff
would have to top the list.”
Lauren (Dux 2009)
Central Coast Grammar School is
wholeheartedly committed to the pursuit
of academic excellence. Students are
challenged to strive for their personal best
and value high achievement in themselves
and others. It is a culture that gives each child
permission to shine. Our aim is to stimulate
curiosity and develop fl exible, innovative
thinkers and lifelong learners.
Consistently strong results are testament
to the quality of our learning and teaching
practices. The majority of our students
choose to further their education at a
tertiary level, with most gaining entry
to their fi rst choice university courses.
An independent school, CCGS is at
the forefront of educational thinking
and practice. We offer a broad range
of programs that prepare students
exceptionally well for the demands of
adulthood. Our curriculum is consistently
under review to enrich the options
available for students and open as
many doors as possible for them. Our
unifying ‘one school’ learning philosophy
ensures your child’s education is both
connected and cohesive at every stage
of the journey.
High quality teaching is the focus
of continuous improvement. Dedicated
to the wellbeing of every child within
their care, our highly qualifi ed teachers
have practical experience of contemporary
teaching methods and the essential
personal qualities of warmth, dedication
and integrity.
Skilled at creating a sense of wonder and
an increasing hunger for knowledge, our
teachers inspire students to discover the
joy of learning. Your child is encouraged
to explore possibilities and ask searching
questions. They are challenged to
think critically and articulate ideas with
increasing clarity.
A C U L T U R E O F
E X C E L L E N C E
C E N T R A L C O A S T G R A M M A R S C H O O L
We believe the link between home and
school is the key to unlocking your child’s
true potential. Our Wellbeing programs
and cohesive school community create an
environment in which children can excel.
Guiding each child’s emotional, social and
academic wellbeing, our House System
provides a close-knit network of support
throughout their growing years. Aimed
at providing each child with a strong sense
of connection to the school community,
House activities are woven into many
aspects of school life.
Recognising the vital role a family plays in
the life of a child, our founders established
House Families which continue to this
day. The House Family group consists of
20 or so students from Kindergarten to
Year 12. On starting at our school, your
child will become part of a ‘House Family’
to which they will belong until they leave
school. Much like a group of brothers and
sisters, older students act as mentors, while
younger students have the opportunity to
interact with positive role models.
Wellbeing and House Coordinators
work alongside our House Family
groups to monitor every child’s personal
development. They get to know their
students very well and encourage them
to talk about any concerns they may have.
These key staff also provide an important
link between home and school by working
closely with teachers, professional school-
based counsellors and your family to
address any matters that may arise.
From time to time, students of all
ages experience challenges of varying
complexity. Our House System ensures
that most obstacles can be turned into
positive learning experiences, developing
the resilience needed to cope with the
ups and downs of life.
A F A M I L Y O F S U P P O R T
C E N T R A L C O A S T G R A M M A R S C H O O L
Being a student at CCGS means exploring
new interests, challenging inhibitions and
embracing unique experiences. A balanced
education involves so much more than
the pursuit of academic success and
we have created an exciting choice of
cocurricular opportunities to meet a wide
range of interests.
Your child can test their spirit in the
great outdoors, try their hand at public
speaking or join the debating team.
They can learn to play an instrument,
take to the stage or participate in a
variety of sporting codes.
Our Community Service program
teaches students to connect with the
community at a local, national and
international level and identify team
projects through which they can help
make the world a better place.
Our Student Exchange program gives
students valuable cultural experience
and an understanding of their role as
global citizens. They also have access
to overseas sport, performing arts,
cultural, humanitarian and outdoor
adventure tours.
The leadership roles that result from
these opportunities build optimism
and courage in our students while instilling
in them a greater sense of responsibility
and empathy towards others. Diversity
inspires adaptability and the acquisition
of new skills creates greater potential for
the future.
The self-esteem that results from
involvement in our cocurricular activities
could signifi cantly infl uence your child’s
ability to achieve in all aspects of life.
B E Y O N D T H E
C L A S S R O O M
C E N T R A L C O A S T G R A M M A R S C H O O L
T E A M W O R K
A N D C H A L L E N G E
Our Sport and Outdoor Education programs
promote resilience, determination and
respect, so important for overall wellbeing.
Whether for fun, fi tness, the thrill of
competition or a combination of all these
factors, sport can be a key dimension
of your child’s experience at CCGS.
In addition to promoting a healthy
lifestyle, our sporting programs will see
your child learn new skills and increase
their circle of friends.
Many sports learned at school can become
an interest for life. Students have the
opportunity to represent our school in
a wide variety of sports and CCGS
athletes have competed at both state
and national level, many performing
exceptionally well.
Adventure, challenge, friendship and life
skills capture the essence of our dynamic
Outdoor Education program. Activities like
abseiling, caving, orienteering, cooking,
pitching tents, bushwalking, kayaking,
and horse riding allow your child to step
outside their comfort zone and test their
fortitude. Students can also explore
their potential through participation in
the Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme.
Active participation and the exhilaration
of physical and mental challenge build
teamwork and could stimulate your child’s
learning on many levels.
C E N T R A L C O A S T G R A M M A R S C H O O L
“Could music just be a
rhythm, the beat of someone’s
footsteps, a clock ticking or
the rhythm of a train passing?
The rhythm and the music
of life is everywhere.”
Andrew (Music Captain 2010)
Your child will have many opportunities
to explore his or her creative self through
our vibrant cocurricular Music and
Performing Arts programs.
Music is an integral part of life at the
school and from an early age every
child has the chance to connect with
music or extend their existing talents
by learning an instrument, singing,
composing or joining one of many choirs,
bands or ensembles.
An outstanding team of accomplished
private music tutors inspire enthusiastic
beginners and highly accomplished
musicians alike. While developing their
musical talents, your child can also
experience the joy of performing for
family and the community.
Performing Arts offer a dynamic platform
for further creativity and self-expression.
Talent and confi dence are extended as
junior and senior students discover the
exhilaration live performance can bring
through involving themselves in school
musical and dramatic productions.
Having the ability to speak persuasively
and think critically to craft an argument
builds personal capacity and our
strong Debating and Public Speaking
programs develop articulate and
engaging speakers.
Creative learners are confi dent learners
and creativity beyond the classroom
brings pleasure and inspiration to children
of all ages.
C R E A T I V E
E X P R E S S I O N
C E N T R A L C O A S T G R A M M A R S C H O O L
Nestled on a hillside overlooking the
picturesque Matcham Valley at Erina
Heights on the NSW Central Coast, our
17-hectare tree-studded campus offers
your child a peaceful learning environment
in which to explore, study and refl ect.
Far away from the hustle and bustle yet
close enough to transport, shopping
precincts and beaches, CCGS is readily
accessible by car and public transport.
Our youngest students are situated in
a cosy corner of the campus. Designed
with a young child’s view of the world
in mind, our Infants area offers active,
growing children a bright, expansive
and nurturing environment in which to
learn and play.
At the opposite end of the school, our Year
12 students enjoy a quiet space to study
and get together with their peers. Taking
pride of place at the heart of the campus,
our magnifi cent Library and Lecture
Theatre is a sophisticated and vibrant
learning hub for students of all ages.
Staircases, covered walkways, winding
pathways and art-covered walls link
classroom blocks and outdoor learning
areas. Trees and native gardens fl ourish
throughout the campus and absorb the
excited chatter of students as they journey
through their day.
A multipurpose gymnasium and sports
hall, extensive ovals and a floodlit
synthetic sports fi eld motivate physical
challenge while the Performing Arts
Centre pulses with creative energy.
Specialist art, technology and science
facilities offer a host of hands on learning
experiences. Extensive software, hardware
and ICT services are fully integrated
throughout our wireless digital learning
environment, connecting our people and
learning spaces.
Since our doors opened in 1985 we have
strived for the constant advancement of
our facilities. Our goal continues to be
the development of inspirational spaces
that motivate students, staff and the
entire CCGS community.
I N S P I R A T I O N A L S P A C E S
C E N T R A L C O A S T G R A M M A R S C H O O L
When your child joins CCGS your entire
family becomes part of a caring and diverse
school community – one in which you will
always fi nd a warm welcome. Active parent
groups nourish our school, reinforcing
the fact that CCGS is a network of friends
that care for one another throughout the
schooling years and beyond.
Just as we happily accept your help and
involvement in our school, we support
you in your parenting role through
information events on a host of educational
and social issues facing families in a world
of constant change. We will also welcome
you and your family into the school to enjoy
your child’s development through a variety
of showcase performances and events.
Even as your child’s career extends beyond
school, they will remain connected to
our Alumni network offering a range of
opportunities including friendship for life.
As a parent, you can make many life-long
friends and develop new social and
professional networks within a community
of families that share values and
aspirations similar to your own.
Throughout the journey we will work
with your family in a spirit of open
communication and mutual understanding.
Call our Registrar on (02) 4367 6766 or email enrol@ccgs.nsw.edu.au to
arrange a visit, so that you and your child
can experience our wonderful learning
environment for yourselves.
J O I N O U R C O M M U N I T Y
Arundel Road, Erina Heights NSW 2260, Australia
T: +61 2 4367 6766 F: +61 2 4365 1860
W: www.ccgs.nsw.edu.au E: enrol@ccgs.nsw.edu.auCRICOS Code: 02261G
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