Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.2, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Southern Cross Grammar Independent F-12 Co-ed School Caroline Springs ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Small Ribbons, Big Impact: Raising Funds for the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/small-ribbons-big-impact-raising-funds-for-the-peter-maccallum-cancer-centre/) - Our Year 6 students have raised $720 for the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre through a student fundraiser, to raise awareness about cancer and lifesaving research. - [A New Era of Sport Opens at Southern Cross Grammar](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/a-new-era-of-sport-opens-at-southern-cross-grammar/) - After months of planning and construction, we have officially opened our upgraded basketball courts, complete with new coverings that will help protect students from the sun and wet weather while making the space usable year-round. The new court coverings represent a significant investment in the School’s facilities and commitment to creating future-focused environments where students - [Centauri Café Brews Pathways to Employment](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/centauri-cafe-brews-pathways-to-employment/) - The Centauri Café is opening new doors for students by equipping them with the skills required to secure their first job in hospitality and related industries. - [International Young Pianist Competition Success](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/international-young-pianist-competition-success/) - Year 5 student, Jonathan, has been awarded first place in the 13th International Young Pianist competition by Steinway & Sons. Jonathan competed in the Children’s Category earlier in August 2026, where he performed Etude No II by Moskowvski and Lento con gran espressione by Chopin with internationally acclaimed pianist and chamber musician Dr Kenji Fujimura - [Class of 2038 Celebrates 100 Days of Foundation](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/class-of-2037-celebrates-100-days-of-foundation/) - The SCG Class of 2038 have celebrated their first 100 days of school. It has been a joy watching the cohort embrace the earliest days of their learning journey with curiosity, delight, and enthusiasm. From learning new routines to achieving milestones in literacy and numeracy, and forming new friendships both in and out of the - [Sarah King Appointed Head of Teaching and Learning](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/sarah-king-appointed-head-of-teaching-and-learning/) - We are pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah King as our Head of Teaching and Learning (F-12), commencing on Monday 24 August 2026. Sarah joins us from Frederick Bremer School in London, where she has spent the past eleven years in middle and senior leadership roles. She will be returning from the UK to - [Southern Cross Grammar Certified as a Great Place to Work](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/southern-cross-grammar-certified-as-a-great-place-to-work/) - SCG has been certified as a Great Place To Work for building a workplace culture of high-trust and high-performance. - [Leading with Heart: Olivia Unites SCG for the Good Friday Appeal](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/leading-with-heart-olivia-unites-scg-for-the-good-friday-appeal/) - Our students are never too young to have a big idea or make a meaningful impact. In Term 1, 2026, Year 5 student Olivia rallied our school to fundraise for the Good Friday Appeal. - [Student Success in the 2025 Australian Mathematics Competition](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/student-success-in-the-2025-australian-mathematics-competition/) - Southern Cross Grammar is proud to celebrate the exceptional achievements of our students who participated in the 2025 Australian Mathematics Competition (AMC). First run in 1978, the AMC is Australia’s longest running, largest, and most well-known maths competition for school students. It challenges students to apply mathematical reasoning, creativity, and persistence in solving complex problems. - [Class of 2025 VCE Results](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/class-of-2025-vce-results/) - We congratulate the Southern Cross Grammar Class of 2025 on their outstanding VCE results. 23% of our students attained an ATAR of 90 and above placing them in the top 10% of students in Victoria. Additionally, 46% of our students achieved an ATAR of 80 and above, placing them in the top 20%. Their results - [Celebrating Excellence: Caylan Joins the Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholars Program](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/caylan-joins-the-kwong-lee-dow-young-scholars-program/) - Caylan (SCG Class of 2027) has been awarded a place in the University of Melbourne’s prestigious Kwong Lee Dow Young Scholars Program. The two-year program recognises outstanding academic achievement and leadership potential across students who are in the top 5% in their year level. Caylan is the newest member in an esteemed group of Southern - [From Curiosity to Capability: How Southern Cross Grammar Champions Girls in STEM](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/scg-champions-girls-in-stem/) - Year 10 student Samanvi Mathur may be the only girl in her Applied Computing classroom, but it is not the imbalance that defines her. What defines her is the confidence that she is exactly where she belongs. Last month, Samanvi featured in The Age’s article about gender imbalances in VCE subjects. Beyond the headlines is - [Brayden Stone Recognised in The Educator’s Hot List 2025](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/brayden-stone-recognised-the-educator-hot-list-2025/) - We are proud to announce Mr Brayden Stone has been recognised as one of Australia’s most outstanding leaders in The Educator’s 2025 Hot List. The Hot List celebrates “the movers and shakers” of Australia’s education sector who are creating positive change in the lives of teachers and students through innovative evidence-based initiatives. Brayden’s inclusion in - [Robert Findlay Appointed Head of Middle School](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/robert-findlay-appointed-head-of-middle-school/) - We are pleased to announce that commencing Term 1, 2026, Mr Robert Findlay will join Southern Cross Grammar as Head of Middle School and a member of our Senior Leadership Team. Robert is an experienced educator and sub-school leader who has built a strong reputation for shaping positive, connected learning communities within the middle years. - [Southern Cross Grammar Appoints Leaders to Shape Student Success](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/southern-cross-grammar-appoints-leaders-to-shape-student-success/) - Southern Cross Grammar is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Leigh Radbourne as Head of Teaching and Learning, and Ms Laura Wrigglesworth as Head of Inclusive Education. Commencing in Term 1, 2026, these new Senior Leadership roles will play a vital part in shaping the future of learning and inclusion at our school. Leigh - [Southern Cross Grammar Welcomes New Principal](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/southern-cross-grammar-welcomes-new-principal/) - We are delighted to welcome Mr Brayden Stone to Southern Cross Grammar (SCG) as our new Principal, commencing Term 4 2025. - [Facility Upgrades Open New Doors for Teaching and Learning](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/2021-upgrades/) - As a modern school formed in the 21st century, a hallmark of Southern Cross Grammar is the way we combine traditional teaching practice with modern facilities to maximise our students’ learning. The recent upgrades to our campus buildings and facilities, have added capacity to students’ learning as we prepare them for bright futures. “In addition - [Innovative Solutions Shine at Design Week](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/innovative-solutions-shine-at-design-week/) - Students’ creativity and innovation were at the forefront of Design Week as they researched, brainstormed, and designed innovative solutions to real-world issues with Crazy Ideas College. From crafting solutions to timely and important issues such as climate change, pollution, and accessibility, students enjoyed showcasing their projects and ideas, as well as passion projects and broader - [Welcome to the Centauri Centre](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/welcome-to-the-centauri-centre/) - It was a delight to welcome students and staff into the Centauri Centre today, as we welcomed them back for Term 2. Watch our highlights and students' first impressions of the Centre and its significant spaces for learning and innovation. https://vimeo.com/703600957/d6bf6d68fd - [Wildlife Up Close with Wildlife Encounters](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/wildlife-up-close-with-reptile-encounters/) - Do you know that when sugar guilders are born, they are the size of a grain of rice? Our Year 4 students encountered some of Australia’s wildlife up close including Socks the Sugar Glider, Cheryl the Spiny Leaf Stick Insect, Karak the Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo, and Russell the Shingleback Lizard during their Reptile Encounters incursion. We've - [Growing Positive Futures in our Plant Tissue Culture Laboratory](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/growing-positive-futures-in-our-plant-tissue-culture-laboratory/) - We are delighted to be leading the next generation of scientists with the launch of our plant tissue culture laboratory, in collaboration with Professor Mitter and her incredible team of scientists from the University of Queensland. The plant tissue culture lab comes as part of our commitment to support our students’ ambition of high performance - [Celebrating Lunar New Year at SCG](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/celebrating-lunar-new-year-at-scg/) - Our Foundation-Year 6 students and staff were treated to a special Lion Dance performance by the Jowgakuen Lion Dance Troupe as part of our Lunar New Year Celebrations, in celebrating the Year of the Tiger. In the words of Languages teacher, Mr Tan, we wish our community a fantastic, vibrant, energetic, and strong year! A massive thank - [International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2022](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/international-day-of-women-and-girls-in-science-2022/) - Today, on International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we acknowledge the important role science plays in our community, in Southern Cross Grammar and beyond. To acknowledge today's significance our Head of Science, Ms Angie Atal Carreon, spoke about the important role of girls and women in science, both as role models and change-makers, - [Celebrating the Women We Admire](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/celebrating-the-women-we-admire/) - Today on International Women’s Day, as we do every day, we celebrate the vision, impact and legacy of the women in our community and around the world. To acknowledge the day’s significance our Year 1 students, the Class of 2033, came to school dressed as women who inspire them. With phenomenal women including Kalpana Chawla - [Liam Giacchi Awarded Premier's VCE Award](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/liam-giacchi-awarded-premiers-vce-award/) - Congratulations to Liam Giacchi (Class of 2020) on being awarded the Premier’s VCE Award for his high performance in attaining a perfect Study Score in Further Mathematics. For his Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) Liam studied Specialist Mathematics, Physics, Mathematical Methods, Chemistry, English and Further Mathematics. He scored an impressive ATAR of 98.90 and a - [Leading Future Scientists with Professor Neena Mitter](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/leading-future-scientists-with-prof-neena-mitter/) - Congratulations to Professor Neena Mitter and her talented team at the University of Queensland on the success of their world-first rootstock trial which sees 500 avocado trees created from a single milimetre cutting. We are privileged to be collaborating with Professor Mitter’s incredible team in designing a plant tissue and stem cell lab as part - [Southern Cross Grammar Celebrates National Science Week](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/southern-cross-grammar-celebrates-national-science-week/) - At Southern Cross Grammar, we are consistently looking for ways to enhance our students’ learning both in and out of the classroom. In recognition of National Science Week (15-23 August) our science department used innovative solutions to bring our community together to explore and celebrate the joys of science while giving our students opportunities to - [Southern Cross Grammar Launches Remote Learning](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/southern-cross-grammar-launches-remote-learning/) - Being educators is not only a privilege, but also a great responsibility, both to students and their families. This becomes even more critical during our current times of social distancing, isolation and uncertainty about the future. Primary and secondary teaching has traditionally been viewed as one that takes place within the classroom or outside the - [Mr Matthew Dodd appointed as Principal of Southern Cross Grammar](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/mr-matthew-dodd-appointed-as-principal-of-southern-cross-grammar/) - The Southern Cross Grammar community has established an outstanding and innovative school. The staff have created a quality, student-centered teaching and learning program based on high levels of personalisation. Our community is well known for welcoming new families, staff and students to our beautiful school. We are delighted to extend this warm welcome to Southern - [2018 VCE Results](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/2018-vce-results/) - A historic moment was realised at Southern Cross Grammar with the conclusion of the 2018 school year, and with our first group of students finishing Year 12. The cohort of eighteen students can feel very proud of their achievements, as all of them have now successfully completed their Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE). The tight-knit - [2019 VCE Results](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/2019-vce-results/) - Southern Cross Grammar (SCG) is extremely proud of its 2019 Year 12 students who have worked in a highly praiseworthy manner to achieve a number of outstanding results. We are also mindful that successful students depend heavily on each other and strong staff and parental support in creating a culture of success – to our - [Three Ways to Build Your Child's Confidence](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/three-ways-to-build-your-childs-confidence/) - In the Junior School, our work is based around academic rigour, as well as embracing our SCG Student Centred Vision through the daily interaction we have with our students. We also guide their individual growth and development as they experience social interactions, and at times challenges, each day. Our work, together with families, is to - [Four Ways to Deal with Distractions](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/dealing-with-distractions/) - This week I was listening to a podcast about how managers manage to lead high-performing teams and create dynamic outcomes for their organisations. It is not a surprise that technology was one of the key themes mentioned and, in particular, how to manage the many distractions in our day. With pinging push notifications and email - [Celebrating Eight Years of Southern Cross Grammar](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/celebrating-eight-years-of-southern-cross-grammar/) - Southern Cross Grammar (SCG) is celebrating its eighth year anniversary. Led by Principal, Mr Andrew Ponsford, in eight years, the school has welcomed: 100 staff and 680 students to the SCG community—many of whom come from different countries and speak 42 different languages expanded to include a state-of-the-art VCE Centre, Middle School building (year 5 ## Pages - [Secondary School](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/secondary-school/) - At Southern Cross Grammar, our approach to teaching and learning is grounded in evidence-based practice and a commitment to ensuring every student achieves their full academic potential. We are proud of our culture of high expectations, where learning is purposeful, explicit, and supported by research. Lessons are structured with clear intentions, direct teaching, guided practice, - [Policies](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/policies/) - At Southern Cross Grammar, we have a range of policies that govern our learning environment and ensure the safety and wellbeing of our community. For further information regarding each of our policies, please click on the links below: Child Safety Code of Conduct Child Safety and Wellbeing Responding to and Reporting Child Safety Incidents or - [Child Safety](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/child-safety/) - At Southern Cross Grammar, we are committed to creating environments where students feel safe, supported, and valued. We ensure that all students' views are respected, their voices are heard, and their diverse needs are addressed through inclusive child safety policies, strategies, and practices. Southern Cross Grammar's Child Safety policies reflect our commitment to fostering environments - [Employment Opportunities](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/employmentopportunities/) - Explore a career with us. At SCG Our educators and professional staff are seen, supported, and valued—because when our people thrive, our students do too. - [Keilen: A Future in Tune](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/watch-me-soar/keilen-class-of-2031/) - Keilen began learning the piano at five-years-old. Now in Year 7, Keilen is a Silver AMEB Award recipient, academic awards winner, and more. - [Watch Me Soar](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/watch-me-soar/) - An education at Southern Cross Grammar transforms dormant potential, abilities, and talents into possible. Here, students’ dreams and ambitions take flight and soar. This can only happen in a school where students matter: where they are seen, truly known, and valued without exception. In our deliberately medium-sized school, each student’s unique spark is noticed and - [Prospectus Confirmation](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/prospectus-confirmation/) - Thank you for downloading a Prospectus The Prospectus has been sent and will be delivered straight into your inbox. We hope it provides an insight into how, as a learning community, we work together to unlock every child’s potential, support their growth, and enable every child to soar. If you have any questions about enrolments - [School Tour Interest Confirmation](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/school-tour-interest-confirmation/) - Thank you for registering your interest in a school tour You’re now on our tour waitlist, and we’ll be in touch as soon as new tour dates become available. In the meantime we invite you to follow us on social media for a closer look at life at our school: Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn. If you - [Renelda: Competing on the World Stage](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/watch-me-soar/renelda-class-of-2027/) - Sport has always been part of Renelda’s story. Having grown up in a family of athletes and sports enthusiasts, it was no surprise when she dove into the thrill of the game, trying everything from swimming to karate, before discovering her passion for soccer at 8-years-old and futsal not long after. “I love futsal. It’s - [Primary School](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/primary-school/) - From Foundation to Year 6, our Primary School provides students with a welcoming environment in which they can learn and thrive, both academically and socially. Our Primary Years program delivers high-impact, human-centred learning grounded in evidence-based practice and our commitment to nurturing curious, capable, and confident learners. Our curriculum Our learning approach at SCG reflects - [Prospectus](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/prospectus/) - At Southern Cross Grammar, we believe education is most powerful when a student is truly known and their potential is unlocked to shape what comes next. We are united a shared purpose to develop people who make a positive difference in the world. We believe this begins by truly knowing each child, recognising their strengths, - [Private Music Tuition](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/private-music-tuition/) - 2026 promises to be yet another exciting period of growth for our school and music department with an extensive private music program offered across the Primary and Secondary School. Please take a moment to review the Private Instrumental Music application form. If you wish to enrol your child in private music lessons, the application form - [Shiven: A Future Without Limits](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/watch-me-soar/shiven-class-of-2027/) - Try as you might, Shiven refuses to be boxed in. An exceptional all-rounder, Shiven’s time at Southern Cross Grammar has been marked by academic excellence, sporting achievement, leadership, and a willingness to keep exploring what is possible. On any given day, you might find him in the STEM Precinct undertaking an experiment in the Chemistry - [The SCG Board](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/the-scg-board/) - Current Board Members Scott Radburn Chair of the Board Chair of the Education Committee Scott has been an engaged member of the Southern Cross Grammar community since 2014. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science from the University of Canterbury (UK), Scott brings over 13 years of experience in the technology sector, particularly within consulting - [Publications](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/publications/) - Community Documents 2025 Annual Report 2025 Financial Report Publications and Magazines View the 2024 Yearbook View the 2023 Yearbook View the 2022 Yearbook View the 2021 Yearbook - [Zoe: The Foundation Student Turned Heart Hero](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/watch-me-soar/zoe-class-of-2031/) - After being encouraged to step into leadership by her Year 3 teacher, Zoe transformed her primary school peers into Heart Heroes to fund lifesaving research. - [Term Dates](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/southern-cross-grammar-term-dates/) - 2026 Term Dates Term 1 2026: Thursday 29 January – Thursday 2 April Term 2 2026: Tuesday 21 April – Friday 26 June Mid Term break: Tuesday 9 June Term 3 2026: Wednesday 15 July – Friday 11 September Term 4 2026: Monday 5 October – Tuesday 8 December Mid Term Break: - [Uniform](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/uniform/) - The Southern Cross Grammar uniform is an important aspect of the School’s commitment to building a safe and respectful school environment with high expectations for all students. The SCG dress code exemplifies care in personal presentation and enhances the reputation of the individual and the School. The uniform must be worn in the correct manner - [Our School](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/about-southern-cross-grammar/) - At Southern Cross Grammar, we believe education is most powerful when a student is truly known and their potential is unlocked to shape what comes next. Southern Cross Grammar is an independent, co-educational, non-denominational Foundation to Year 12 school located on a single campus in Caroline Springs, Victoria. Established in 2011, we are a learning - [School Tours](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/school-tours/) - We invite you to join us for a school tour to experience first-hand how our students are truly known and developed to make a positive difference in the world. - [School Tour Confirmation](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/school-tour-confirmation/) - Thank you for registering for a school tour A confirmation email has been sent to you with tour details. If you don’t see it in your inbox, please check your junk mail or span folder. Visiting Our Campus For Your School Tour Please arrive a few minutes early via our Reception at 2 Lancefield Drive, - [Scholarship Application Confirmation](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/scholarship-application-confirmation/) - Thank you for your scholarship application We have received your submission and will be in touch soon. If you are yet to do so, please also register for the Edutest Scholarship Examination. Registrations close at 4:00pm, Friday 30 January 2026. For more information about our scholarships program, including Frequently Asked Questions and key dates, please - [Strategic Plan](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/strategic-plan/) - Southern Cross Grammar’s 2026-2030 Strategic Plan, Forward Together, sets a clear direction for our school community over the next five years. - [Scholarships](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/scholarships/) - 2027 Southern Cross Grammar Scholarships are now closed. Southern Cross Grammar offers scholarships to outstanding students entering Years 7-11 in 2027. Our scholarships program opens doors and pathways for students striving for excellence to achieve their potential. We offer four types of scholarships: Academic Scholarships, General Excellence Scholarships, Music Scholarships, and Indigenous Scholarships. All scholarships - [Student Care and Homerooms](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/student-care-homerooms/) - Pastoral Care of students is the responsibility of each and every staff member at Southern Cross Grammar. Through a comprehensive Homeroom Program, students have daily connections with their Homeroom teachers, who serve as mentors and guides for them, both academically and socially. Given this, Homeroom Teachers are the first point of contact for students and - [Student Leadership](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/student-leadership/) - At Southern Cross Grammar we seek to provide ample and fulfilling student leadership opportunities for our students to explore and develop their leadership knowledge and capacity. We aim to develop the leadership potential in our students and aspire to provide opportunity for students to be engaged in the operation of the school as well as - [Learning Support](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/learning-support/) - At Southern Cross Grammar, we are committed to ensuring that every student is supported to achieve their full potential. Our approach to Learning Support is grounded in evidence-based practices and collaboration between teachers, families, and specialists to meet the diverse learning needs of our students. In the classroom, teachers use differentiation to ensure that all - [Principal's Welcome](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/principals-welcome/) - Welcome to Southern Cross Grammar. As Principal of Southern Cross Grammar, I am incredibly proud to lead a school community that is vibrant, forward-thinking, and deeply connected. Every day I see students who are curious, creative, and courageous in their learning, supported by staff who are passionate about helping each young person reach their full - [Registration and Enrolment Process](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/registration-enrolment-process/) - Thank you for your interest in choosing Southern Cross Grammar for your child. We look forward to partnering with your family. Southern Cross Grammar is a vibrant Foundation-Year 12 school with a clear purpose: to develop people who make a positive difference in the world. As a school with a small student population together on one - [Fees](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/fees/) - 2026 Fees Schedule Enrolment Confirmation Fee Confirmation Fee Fee payable upon acceptance of offer of enrolment. The fee per student is $1,000, payable within 7 days of acceptance of an enrolment offer. This is a non-refundable and non-transferable fee. $500 of this fee will be credited to the first term’s tuition upon your child’s commencement at - [Excursions and Camps](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/excursions-and-camps/) - Southern Cross Grammar provides an extensive curricular program that includes an array of incursions, excursions and camps/adventure activities to complement and extend upon the core program. These events and experiences commence from the Foundation year, availing learning beyond the classroom for all students, F-12. Highlights of this program include international travel with a focus on - [The Centauri Centre](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/the-centauri-centre/) - The Centauri Centre represents an expansion of Southern Cross Grammar’s student-centred approach to providing the best facilities for students and staff to work and learn together. Situated on the corner of Becca Way and Gourlay Road in Caroline Springs, The Centauri Centre is a modern and multipurpose building that supports our school’s commitment to the - [Contact Us](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/location/) - Do you have further questions about our school or require assistance? Please submit an online message through our contact form below or reach us via our contact details. Enrolment enquiries should be submitted here We look forward to hearing from you. Contact Form Contact Us If you are human, leave this field blank. Name First - [Middle Years](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/middle-school/) - Middle Years Education at Southern Cross Grammar is the bridge between childhood and adolescence, where students develop creative and critical thinking skills, learn how to use their strengths, and make connections in their learning. Through challenging learning experiences, students are given opportunities to excel academically and cultivate resilience. Middle School students in Year 5 to - [Outside School Hours Care](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/oshc/) - To support busy parents managing family and work commitments, we are proud to partner with Camp Australia to provide our Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) program for Foundation to Year 6 students in the Primary School Building.The program runs each school day from 6.30am-8.30am, and 3.05pm-6.30pm. For more information about the program and to register for - [Personalised Learning](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/personalised-learning/) - Personalised learning programs are developed for students across the school to cater for their diverse needs and interests. Opportunities are often provided for input from families in the planning stages, as well as staff and students, to help ensure the most effective individual programs are implemented. Examples include: Debating Robotics Chess Mathematics Science competitions the - [GATEWAYS](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/gateways/) - G.A.T.E.WAYS aims to cater for children who are in the highly able to gifted range. This approximates to the top 10 – 15% of children in the classroom. Programs are delivered at a faster pace than in the regular classroom, and are pitched around two years ahead of chronological age. SCG hosts the G.A.T.E.WAYS Eureka - [The Addams Family](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/the-addams-family/) - Experience the genius of The Addams Family at Southern Cross Grammar over four spectacular shows from 6-8th June 2024. Southern Cross Grammar is proud to present the internationally acclaimed The Addams Family. Based on the book by Marshall Brickman & Rick Elice, and adapted for stage by Andrew Lippa, The Addams Family is an original story – - [Matilda the Musical: Cast and Creative Team](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/matilda-the-musical-cast-and-creative-team/) - Matilda the Musical: SCG Cast Matilda the Musical: SCG Cast Interviews Matilda the Musical: SCG Creative Team Cast Dhanvi Sharma: Matilda (Lead) Rose Camilleri: Matilda (Understudy) Prapti Dutta: Ms Phelps Helena Labus: Mrs Wormwood (Lead) Talia Chambers: Mrs Wormwood (Understudy) Thomas Pham: Mr - [Acknowledgement of Country](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/acknowledgement-of-country/) - Southern Cross Grammar stands on the land of the Wadawarrung and Wurundjeri peoples of the Kulin Nations. We acknowledge and pay our respect to the past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders, and to the continuation of spiritual, cultural, and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. - [Alumni Pathways](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/alumni-pathways/) - [Alumni Contact Details](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/alumni-contact-details-2/) - [Tutoring Expression of Interest](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/tutoring-expression-of-interest/) - [Music Gifting Program](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/music-gifting-program/) - Support the next generation of musicians at Southern Cross Grammar by gifting the purchase of a musical instrument or donating an instrument in excellent condition to the music program. The Music Gifting Program follows the school’s significant investment to support students’ high performance in music through the expansion of our instrumental music program, year level - [Gifting: Orchestra (Percussion)](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/gifting-percussion/) - Concert Grand Bass Drum: $1,500 Set of 2 Timpani: $11,000 Marimba: $3,200 Xylophone: $3,000 Crash Cymbals: $900 Percussion Table: $800 - [Gifting: Piano](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/gifting-piano/) - Yamaha C3X Grand Piano: $59,000 3X Upright Pianos (Yamaha/Kawai): $11,000 3X Upright Pianos (Yamaha/Kawai) Padded Piano Stool: $300 - [Gifting: Orchestra (Various)](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/gifting-orchestra/) - Double Bass: $3,000 French Horn: $3,500 Two Tenor Saxophones: $2,100 Oboe: $2,500 Bassoon: $4,000 Tuba: $7,000 Manhassett Music Stands: $185 each - [Twilight Tour Confirmation](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/twilight-tour-confirmation/) - Thank you for registering your interest in our Twilight Tour! As you prepare to visit our campus, we welcome you to engage with the school and listen to our students’ perspectives and experiences of their time at Southern Cross Grammar in the video below. Alternatively, you can also find us on Facebook and Instagram. We look - [Thank You](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/thank-you/) - Thank you for supporting our music gifting program. We look forward to working with you to provide premier experiences for our young musicians. In the meantime, please enjoy the video and photographs from our Autumn Music Concert. https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SCG-Autumn-Concert.mp4 - [Alumni Contact Details](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/alumni-contact-details/) - Congratulations on completing your journey at Southern Cross Grammar and beginning a new chapter with us as an esteemed Alumni. As our first cohorts of Alumni you have had a remarkable role in founding, growing and leading the Southern Cross Grammar community. We look forward to keeping in contact with you as our school continues - [Class of 2020](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/class-of-2020/) - Congratulations Class of 2020 on completing your academic journey at Southern Cross Grammar. We are incredibly proud of you and all you have achieved this year. We hope you enjoy the images and videos below. As you begin the next chapter of your adult lives beyond Southern Cross Grammar, we would love to remain connected - [2020 School Dates](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/2020-school-dates/) - The School Office will be open from 9:00am-3:30pm daily during week 1 and week 3 of the Term 3 holidays, and will be closed during week 2 of the holidays. 2020 Term Dates Term 1 2020: Thursday 30 January–Friday 27 March Thursday 9 January – School Office opens Friday 24 January – New - [The Southern Star 2020](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/the-southern-star-2020/) - 2020 Term 1 Week 1 – Edition 325 – Monday 20 January Week 2 – Edition 326 – Thursday 6 February Week 3 – Edition 327 – Thursday 13 February Week 4 – Edition 328 – Thursday 20 February Week 5 – Edition 329 – Thursday 27 February Week 6 – Edition 330 – Thursday - [Jobs](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/job-openings/) - [awsmjobs] - [The Southern Star 2019](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/the-southern-star-2019/) - 2019 Term 1 Week 1 – Edition 286 – Thursday 31 January Week 2 – Edition 287 – Thursday 7 February Week 3 – Edition 288 – Thursday 14 February Week 4 – Edition 289 – Thursday 21 February Week 5 – Edition 290 – Thursday 28 February Week 6 – Edition 291 – Thursday - [House System](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/house-system/) - All students at SCG are allocated to one of four houses upon entry to the school. These Houses are an important part of their school network and a way for students to get involved in school life and experience success. The four Houses are named after a star in the Southern Cross Constellation.. The House - [Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/byod/) - Students in Year 7 to Year 12 are able to bring a laptop of their choice. This program provides for the selection and purchase of a device that best meets both the functional and financial priorities of each family. Whilst not compulsory it is desirable that students have access to a device when required. The - [School Banking](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/school-banking/) - The School Banking program provides a fun, interactive and engaging way for young students to learn about money and develop good saving habits. School Banking encourages children to regularly deposit money into their Youth Saver Account and earn silver Dollarmites tokens, which can then be redeemed for an exciting reward through our School Banking Rewards - [Tournament of Minds](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/tournament-of-minds/) - Tournament of Minds is an Australia-wide problem-solving program for teams of students from both the primary and secondary years. Over a six-week period during Term 3, the students are required to solve demanding, open-ended challenges from one of the following disciplines: Science Technology Engineering Mathematics Social Sciences Language Literature At SCG, Tournament of Minds is an - [STEM](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/stem/) - STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) at SCG STEM is considered an integral part of the curriculum at SCG. Through a hands-on, experimental approach, STEM programs make learning more purposeful and connected to the world outside the classroom. A variety of Robotics electives are offered at Year 8 and Year 9 levels, with STEM initiatives - [Enrichment Program](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/enrichment-program/) - Southern Cross Grammar values the development of the whole student, and consequently offers a variety of activities as part of our Enrichment Program. Students can participate in a wide range of experiences in Music, Sport, Performing Arts, Debating, Chess, as well various state-wide competitions. The Galway Schools’ network also provides a range of opportunities for - [Performing Arts](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/performing-arts/) - In Year 8 Performing Arts, students develop their musical and dramatic skills, focusing on the effective use of these skills through performance. In Drama, students prepare and perform scenes to develop and consolidate their expressive skills. In Music, students analyse, rehearse and perform music from a variety of genres as a soloist and member of - [Sport](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/sport/) - Interschool Sports, Athletics, Cross Country and Swimming A variety of interschool sporting opportunities are offered to students from Years 5-12. Students in Years 5 and 6 compete in the Caroline Springs Primary School Sports Association (CSPSSA) which provide two-day round-robin events against schools within the Caroline Springs region in Semesters 1 and 2. Students in - [test](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/test/) ## Accordions - [School Tour Dates 2020](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/accordions/school-tour-dates-2019-copy/) - [Learning Accordion](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/accordions/4026/) - [School Tour Dates 2019](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/accordions/school-tour-dates-2019/) - [School Tour Dates 2018](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/accordions/school-tour-dates/) ## Slides - [Join Us for a School Tour](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/slides/join-us-for-a-school-tour/) - Join Us for a School Tour At Southern Cross Grammar, we believe education is most powerful when a student is truly known and their potential is unlocked to shape what comes next. Experience it firsthand at a School Tour. - [SCG Prospectus](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/slides/scg-prospectus/) - Request a Prospectus Our prospectus offers a glimpse into life at Southern Cross Grammar and the opportunities available to every student. Click the button below to receive your copy, delivered straight to your inbox. - [Secondary School Places Available 2027](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/slides/year-8-12-places-available/) - 2027 Secondary Places Available Places are available for families looking to join us in 2027 for Secondary School. If you are looking for a school where your child will be truly known and championed in their unique journey, enrol today. - [Come and experience the difference](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/slides/slide-1/) - Come and experience the difference We provide a learning environment where students are known, and feel seen, safe, and valued. - [Southern Cross Grammar Certified Great Place To Work](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/slides/southern-cross-grammar-certified-great-place-to-work/) - A Great Place To Work® We have been Certified™ as a Great Place To Work® for building a workplace culture of high-trust and high-performance. - [Watch Me Soar](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/slides/7680/) - Watch Me Soar An education at Southern Cross Grammar transforms dormant potential, abilities, and talents into possible. - [Class of 2025 VCE Results](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/slides/class-of-2025-vce-results/) - Class of 2025 VCE Results We congratulate the SCG Class of 2025 on their VCE results. Their achievements are a testament to the support, guidance, and belief in all who have supported them through their schooling journey. - [Mr Brayden Stone recognised in The Educator’s Hot List](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/slides/mr-brayden-stone-recognised-in-the-educators-hot-list/) - Mr Brayden Stone recognised in The Educator’s Hot List Southern Cross Grammar is proud to announce that our Principal, Mr Brayden Stone, has been recognised as one of Australia's leading education innovators in The Educator’s 2025 Hot List. ## Categories - [Uncategorized](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/category/uncategorized/) - [Insights](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/category/insights/) - [School News](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/category/school-news/) ## Tags - [VCE Results](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/tag/vce-results/) - [VCE](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/tag/vce/) - [Remote Learning](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/tag/remote-learning/) - [International Women's Day](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/tag/international-womens-day/) - [The Centauri Project](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/tag/the-centauri-project/) - [The Centauri Centre](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/tag/the-centauri-centre/) - [Design Week](https://www.scg.vic.edu.au/tag/design-week/)