Oakleigh Grammar is a unique school with an inspirational vision- to create a community of internationally minded learner’s right here in the heart of Oakleigh. This year is a special year as we are celebrating our 30th anniversary which coincides with the 50th anniversary of the Oakleigh Greek Orthodox Community and Districts.
At Oakleigh Grammar, we value each and every student. We are optimistic, excited and energised by the many opportunities we offer for personal, social, spiritual and academic growth for all of our young people. Previously known as Oakleigh Greek Orthodox College, we are moving in an exciting direction in truly internationalising our school to more closely represent Melbourne’s culturally diverse student population. Whilst the Greek language forms the basis of our rich, immersion based language program, and the Orthodox faith serves as a sound platform for our explicitly taught values and Hellenic Culture provides our students with a vibrant and inspirational focal point, Oakleigh Grammar is in fact, broader than that. We are committed to educating our young people with a truly international focus.
Our brand new state-of-the-art Early Learning Centre along with our Reggio Emilia philosophy captures the imagination and delight of our youngest students as they develop their love of learning in a school that truly cherishes each and every child. We are very proud to boast a staff fully committed to both nurturing and challenging our students to develop as worthwhile members of society.
Our school boasts contemporary and innovative programs including:
· The internationally acclaimed Leader in Me Process
· The International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program
· Literacy and Numeracy National Partnership
· Innovative iPad program in the Middle School
Excitingly, in 2011 we were awarded candidacy status from the International Baccalaureate Organisation endorsing us as a provider of the acclaimed Middle Years Program. This is an innovative and highly recognised program that gives our students the framework to explore their learning in an authentic and international context. Along with our energetic, passionate and innovative staff, this program is a big asset to our school as families are increasingly seeking a contemporary and international education for their children in a school where staff are fully committed to this philosophy.
We explicitly teach the highly respected leadership program, “The Leader in Me” allowing each and every student the opportunity to develop critical leadership behaviours and importantly the opportunity to explore themselves as leaders in an encouraging and supportive environment.
Our subject offering is broadening rapidly as we remain committed to best catering for areas our students are interested in- we are constantly evolving to provide the most stimulating and up to date programs.
Most new families visiting our school comment on the warmth, sense of purpose and vibrancy of our School. The learning environment at Oakleigh Grammar is a seamless blend of innovation, care and community with our students here genuinely loving their school. We welcome all prospective families to visit us as every day is an open day at Oakleigh Grammar.
* Mark Robertson is the principal at Oakleigh Grammar.