Every school wants to believe that it offers something special, something just a little bit different from other schools. At Peninsula, we too believe that we have a certain spirit, more than just camaraderie, that exists within the School. It's a shared set of values and a sense of all working together that is hard to define in words. We are not alone in this belief. Visitors to our School regularly comment on the congenial atmosphere on campus. This spirit encompasses all year levels and is the result of careful attention to a number of factors.

Peninsula follows sound Christian values. Whether or not families have religious affiliations, the results, as shown by the behaviour of our students, attest to the value of inculcating these ethics in the routines of school life. Through our pastoral care and Tutor systems, our teachers enjoy a close relationship with their students. This knowledge gives them a solid appreciation of what each student needs educationally and socially.

Building self-esteem and resilience is important to the development of all children. The breadth of our co-curricular programs and House activities is such that all students are able to find some activity in which they can find enjoyment and success. Sport, music and drama opportunities abound at Peninsula. Our Personal Development program flourishes in the Middle School. A major draw card is the popular Cadet Unit. We also provide a range of interest-based activities, life skill programs, sporting and hobby pursuits. Community service is also a feature of the program.

With two Boarding Houses located in distinct areas of the campus, the School works to provide our boarders with an unsurpassed learning experience that enables them to not only pursue excellence but to learn more about themselves. We have a long and proud association with schools across China, Vietnam and Malaysia and are excited by the possibilities of reimagining our boarding program this year.  

Peninsula Grammar is renowned for its Pastoral Care program which is founded on the principles of Positive Psychology. We believe an effective approach to pastoral care involves:

• Ensuring that students have a sense of safety, security and wellbeing.
• Developing in students an understanding of their physical, emotional and personal development.
• Being consistent in expectations placed on students.
• Engendering respect and tolerance for difference.
• Cultivating student leadership opportunities.
• Engaging students in appropriate career and vocational experiences.
• Encouraging a Christian consciousness and moral values.
• Nurturing resilience in students.
• Building self worth, confidence and responsibility.
• Developing positive social relationships and interpersonal skills.

Kindergarten

We recognise that children learn in different ways and consequently the curriculum incorporates activities that are based on Gardner’s theory of Multiple Intelligences (1983) which are visual, logical-mathematical, spatial, kinesthetic, musical, interpersonal and intrapersonal, thus ensuring that every child has a means by which they learn about themselves and the world around them. We offer both a 3-year old and 4-year old Kinder program. 

Discovering Me (Prep to Year 4)

Our Discovering Me program has a strong 21st century curriculum focused on the growth of every individual to ensure each child experiences success on their learning journey. The Junior School Curriculum is developed to promote curiosity, collaboration, creativity and a love of learning. Through engaging inquiry based learning experiences our children learn, grow and flourish.

Becoming Me (Year 5 to Year 8)

Embedded within a unique curriculum, this program is structured to develop global citizens, enhancing our students understanding of self and society intertwined through collaborative projects, real-life experiences and shared learning journeys. We value Literacy, Numeracy and Sciences in equal measure, we innovate and we create, we hold on to the components of learning that we know work and we pride ourselves on continually evolving.

Challenging Me (Year 9)

In this critical year level where students make the transition from the Middle School to the Senior School program, learning is relevant, relationships are supportive and our students develop life-long learning skills and a curiosity for self-discovery. The program is centred around our Challenge Blocks which see our students step outside both the traditional classroom and their personal comfort zone and turn ‘I can’t’ into ‘I can’. A coherent program incorporates student experience with classroom practice, making student learning relevant and engaging.

Inspiring Me (Year 10 to Year 12)

This program recognises the ever-changing world in which we live and the need for young people to develop the ability to thrive in this environment after they complete their secondary schooling journey. Centred on problem finding and problem solving skills inspiring our students to think actively, logically, socially and creatively. With a focus on lifelong learning and effective communication skills, Inspiring Me prepares our students for the pathways and opportunities beyond our school gates.

Music

Music plays a central role in the educational and cultural life of Peninsula Grammar. Students enjoy a broad range of musical experiences from the Junior School Music Program to VCE in formal settings, to the flourishing instrumental and vocal programs and the less formal House music and performances.

Performing Arts 

Peninsula Grammar’s Performing Arts Program offers our students incredible experiences both on stage, backstage and beyond. Each year our students take centre stage in multiple performances including our Junior School Mini Musical Extravaganza, Middle School and Senior School Productions. The whole community looks forward to seeing our actors, singers and dancers performing on stage supported by our talented musicians.

Sport

With an enviable reputation in sport, and as a proud member of the AGSV (Associated Grammar Schools of Victoria), our Middle and Senior School students compete in winter and summer sports competition, where they expand their learning far beyond the classroom setting.

Cadets

The Cadet program provides ongoing opportunities for personal growth in a challenging but nurturing multi-age environment. Students from Years 9-12 work co-operatively to mentor and train junior cadets. The program develops leadership, fosters teamwork and encourages an ethic of service and self-discipline, as well as building friendships across the School. 

Peninsula Grammar supports a variety of private bus routes to transport students to and from our school through the Ventura Bus Company.

Private (charter) bus routes for our students include:

Portsea – covering the southern Peninsula

Flinders – via Shoreham, Merricks, Balnarring, Bittern and Tuerong

Red Hill – starting in Fingal via Main Ridge, Red Hill, Merricks North, Mornington East

Seaford – via Patterson Lakes, Carrum Downs and Somerville (Toorak College shared bus route)

Safety Beach – Toorak College shared bus route.

Public Transport Victoria’s (PTV) bus services are also available to Peninsula Grammar students.

These public bus routes operate from Mt Martha, Frankston South and from the Frankston train station. Students require a MYKI card to access these public bus routes that run by Peninsula Grammar.

At Peninsula Grammar, we celebrate aspiration and achievement. Our scholarship program offers opportunities for exceptional students to reach their full potential. We have a diverse array of opportunities to explore including academic and general excellence scholarships for Years 5, 7, and 9.

Read about our Scholarships on our website or feel free to consult with our admissions team directly. 

https://www.peninsulagrammar.vic.edu.au/prospective-students/scholarships/

It is the right of each child to learn and pursue personal excellence. It is this belief that ensures each Peninsula Grammar student will find the courage to forge their own path, drive confidently towards their own dreams and step willingly into the possibilities of a brilliant tomorrow.