Georges River Grammar (formerly Bankstown Grammer) is a co-educational K-12 school, which was founded in 1986. Although in the Anglican tradition, it is inter-denominational. The school is located adjacent to Bankstown Airport and offers a wide range of subjects and activities.
Facilities: Permanent buildings are gradually replacing the older accommodation and the school now boasts excellent science, music, art, computer, technology and library facilities.
Subjects Years 7 to 12: The subjects offered for Years 7 to 10 include English, Mathematics, Science, History, Geography, Music, Visual Arts, PD/H/PE, Design and Technology, Agriculture, Commerce, Information and Software Technology, Japanese, Textiles Technology, IT-Electronics, Physical Activity and Sports Science. Many of the subjects listed are offered in Years 11 and 12 as well as courses in Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Senior Science, Information Processing and Technology, Legal Studies, Economics and Ancient History. Georges River Grammar offers four Vocational Education and Training Courses — Business Services, Hospitality, Information Technology and Retail Services. The school also has a Gifted and Talented Program.
Kindergarten to Year 6: The School implements the relevant curriculum in the six Key Learning Areas as set out by the Board of Studies in New South Wales. The Key Learning Areas are English, Mathematics, Science and Technology, Personal Development-Health and Physical Education, Human Society and its Environment, and Creative Arts. Students in K–2 study Indonesian, and 3–6 study Japanese in 2011. Class and grade programs accommodate, where possible, children with particular learning difficulties and giftedness.
Sport: The range is extensive and includes golf, tenpin bowling, dance and aerobics, as well as the more usual sports. Students in Years 4, 7 and 10 participate in a weekly competitive sports program with other Christian schools.
Welfare and personal development: As a small school, particular emphasis is placed on individual student development and welfare. Students are able to experience the world of work through optional work experience programs in Years 9 and 10 and a compulsory program in Year 10. Students undertaking VET courses in Years 11 and 12 participate in all mandatory work placement programs for their course of study. Georges River Grammar is pleased that all students transition to work or further education at the completion of their schooling.
Special features: Academic scholarships are awarded on a merit basis. Scholarships in Drama, Sports, Music and Visual Arts are also available.