Here, you will find all the information you need, along with some handy resources so your child can shine in Year 9!
Why Hunter Valley Grammar School?
Year 9 can be the time when things start to really change! Friendships become important and it might seem like you don’t ‘get’ your child as much. Growing up can have its bumps, but we’re here to help make it a bit smoother.
In Year 9, our exciting lessons keep students interested and connected to learning. Plus, our support programs help students figure out what they’re into, how they are changing, and what makes them happy at school. Not to mention dozens of co-curricular activities to inspire!
We can enrol new students into the Senior School all year round!
We welcome your enquiry and if you’d like to chat with key staff about your child’s academic and pastoral care at HVGS, we can certainly arrange that too.
We know that a happy start in a new school is really important, so we have structures in place to ensure a friendly welcome and a supported transition.
Senior snapshot
Courses and electives
Our curriculum is broad-based and balanced. There’s lots of choice for students to study subjects that appeal to their interests and to extend themselves in the subjects they’re good at. Agriculture, iSTEM, VET Hospitality, Drama, Laguages and Engineering Studies are just a taster of our immersive curriculum.
Beyond the classroom
Our cocurricular program is exhaustive. Students thrive in sport, performing and visual arts, technology and STEM, academic and enrichment, debating, environmental and agricultural opportunities. We’re confident your child will definitely find something to engage and excite them.
this term’s co-curricular offerings
Nurture and wellbeing
Our wellbeing structure ensures that all students are noticed, nurtured and safe. We invest heavily in student wellbeing because we know that when students are happy and safe at school, they truly excel.
Academic achievement
Every student can meet their full academic potential in our School. HVGS students have an insatiable thirst for knowledge and they consistently achieve pleasing results. Most importantly, they do so in an environment that values their happiness and wellbeing as fundamental.
Inspiring spaces
Our school feels more like a park. We have a special campus, quite rare amongst schools.
Green open spaces, architecturally designed buildings, integrated technology and resource-rich classrooms make days spent at school enjoyable and engaging.
We also have a full working farm at south Maitland and a Rowing Complex on the banks of the Hunter River.
Pathways in Year 11 and 12
By the time our students move to Year 10, they are young people of great character and moral purpose. As emerging adults they’re well prepared to tackle their final years of school with a desire to meet their full personal and academic potential, to support each other, to value their education and to contribute purposefully to their school and broader community.
HVGS Year 12 students graduate with a passion for continued learning and with realistic and tangible tertiary and vocational options. Take a look where they go after they leave us.
HSC
The Higher School Certificate (HSC) is awarded to students who successfully complete Years 11 and 12 in New South Wales.The HSC testamur is awarded to students who have fulfilled all eligibility requirements. To be eligible, students must meet NESA HSC course completion expectations and sit for the statewide HSC examinations. The HSC is a broadly recognised, local (NSW) credential that provides a foundation for students entering tertiary study, vocational training, or employment.
Career-related Programme
Diploma Programme
Where do I start?
We can’t wait to hear from you! The first step is to simply reach out to our wonderful Registrar who will be in touch and organise a time for you to come and visit us! Alternatively, you can join us on our next Open Morning or Twilight Tours. For all dates and to book your spot, simply CLICK HERE.