At our School, we believe our students are part of a global community, and their actions will contribute to the progress and development of a fairer, protected world. With this in mind, we aim to develop responsible, world-ready young people who respect other cultures, human rights and the environment.
We have a multicultural student body and a curriculum that nurtures and prepares our students as future global citizens.
With boarding available for girls from Year 7, we also welcome students from all over the world, with many joining us from Asia and neighbouring Pacific Islands. We are proud of our cultural diversity and celebrate it with various opportunities for students to share their cultural heritage throughout the year.
Our School is proud to have the trust of our many international parents to develop and nurture their child’s academic and personal development in our vibrant, multicultural community. Our students benefit from highly-experienced teachers, a rigorous academic curriculum and personalised learning.
As a student, your child will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources and cutting-edge technology. We also offer an extensive range of bespoke electives and more than 50 co-curricular activities.
Every student is special to us. Children who choose to study with us have the opportunity to do so in a safe and nurturing environment, where their academic and personal wellbeing are our highest priorities.
Our recently renovated Cribb House is a modern, well-equipped home away from home for girls from all around the world who flourish in our stable, supportive boarding community.
We encourage self-reliance and productive study habits to help our students make a smooth transition into higher education. Many of our girls go on to study at top universities and enjoy successful, high-achieving careers.
Study tours are a feature of our School and reflect our commitment to holistic education in a globalised world.
Study tour and exchange opportunities are available to your child as they progress through the School.
We offer a variety of different tours, from language and cultural exchanges to sports and arts tours abroad, with destinations having included Japan, Germany, China, the United States and France.
The tours aim to build new skills and promote understanding between people and cultures while, at the same time, developing your daughter’s confidence and independence.
In addition, IGGS welcomes regular study tours into our School, thereby exposing our girls to different cultures and providing further learning and friendship opportunities.
For further information, contact our Enrolments Team on +61 (07) 3454 4447 or email: enrolment@iggs.qld.edu.au.
Ipswich, Queensland, is a vibrant city situated in South East Queensland, Australia. Located approximately 40 kilometers (25 miles) west of Brisbane, the capital city of Queensland, Ipswich is nestled along the Bremer River. Known for its rich history and cultural heritage, Ipswich boasts over 6,000 heritage-listed sites and more than 500 parks, offering a blend of urban and natural environments. The city is easily accessible from Brisbane and other major cities, making it a convenient and welcoming destination for international students.
Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School is an approved school under the Accreditation of Non-State Schools Act, 2001 and the Education Services For Overseas Students Act (ESOS), 2000. Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School is bound by the National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018 under its registration on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students (CRICOS). The CRICOS Provider Number is: 00533D.
Applicants whose first language is other than Standard Australian English (SAE) will be required to undertake an English proficiency test. The purpose of such assessment is to further explore whether the applicant’s English language skills are appropriate for their nominated Year Level of entry and whether the level of support required fits within the level of staffing and resources the School is able to provide.
Students should note that if their language proficiency is below that outlined, they may be required to undertake an intensive English language course before beginning mainstream studies.
The following table is a guide which shows the language requirements by Year Level according to the EALD Measurement Tools accepted by Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School:
Ipswich Girls’ and Junior Grammar School provides an ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher to help students develop their competence in English. All students whose first language is not English, incorporate ESL lessons into their learning program. Advice is available to students from the Dean of Studies or Head of Extension and Intervention on the most suitable program for each individual. At the commencement of each year, all ESL students, under the direction of the School’s ESL Teacher, may undertake English Language Testing to ensure that the level of proficiency in English is still appropriate for their Year Level. Students should be aware that English competence may influence their results in other subjects.
Our School has four terms in one year. Term dates for 2025 are as follows:
Board of Trustees Ipswich Girls’ Grammar School including Ipswich Junior Grammar School
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