News

2019 HSC Results

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 09:56:06 AEDT

OPEN NIGHT - GRC Oatley Senior Campus

Wed, 12 Feb 2020 10:08:11 AEDT

We are opening our school to both current parents and members of the community who want to experience what Georges River College Oatley Senior Campus has to offer.

Date: Tuesday 3^rd March, 2020

Time: 6:00pm – 8:00pm

Venue: Georges River College Oatley Senior Campus

School Auditorium

Coronavirus - Department of Education statement

Tue, 28 Jan 2020 20:18:22 AEDT

The department is working with the Ministry of Health to monitor and respond to the unfolding international novel coronavirus situation.

Get up-to-date information about the department's response to novel coronavirus.

Staying healthy into the new school year

Tue, 07 Jan 2020 12:48:42 AEDT

Immunisation is a simple, safe and effective way to protect your family from harmful diseases this holiday season and into 2020. Visit your doctor for general health and vaccination advice.

Immunisation not only protects you and your family but also others in your community, by reducing the spread of preventable diseases.

Children starting school in 2020 must have up-to-date immunisations to enrol.

These vaccinations help protect children from highly infectious and severe diseases including whooping cough and measles.

Travel health

If you’re travelling overseas during the school holidays, you may need vaccinations or medication – both for general health protection and for region specific diseases.

If you’re travelling to the Northern Hemisphere, you may even need a flu shot.

Find out more about staying healthy while travelling.

NSW schools respond to bushfires

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 16:58:55 AEDT

Many schools are responding to the catastrophic fire rating that is affecting communities across the state this week.

We are continuously updating the School safety page with a list of government and non-government schools, as well as TAFE NSW campuses that are currently non-operational.

While some schools are temporarily non-operational due to localised fires, many others in high-risk areas are non-operational as a precautionary measure.

Schools in some areas are being used as emergency evacuation centres at the direction of the Rural Fire Service.

For schools that are currently operational, school pickups and dropoffs will continue as usual. If your school is currently non-operational, it will likely remain so tomorrow.

Large scale distressing events affect our school communities in many ways. Headspace’s mental health support resource (PDF 100.52KB) is available to help students, teachers and school staff respond to the bushfires.

Visit the School safety page for updates. The department’s Facebook and Twitter accounts will also provide updates during this period.

Grab a ticket to Schools Spectacular 2019

Wed, 23 Oct 2019 17:19:59 AEDT

Will you be joining us at Schools Spectacular 2019? Tickets are on sale now. Experience our live show featuring a cast of thousands of public school students from across metropolitan, rural and remote regions of NSW.

Students from different ages, cultures and backgrounds will share the spotlight as they dance, play and sing for you. Choose from one of our four massive performances at Qudos Bank Arena on Friday 22 November and Saturday 23 November.

This year's events will feature:

more than 380 schools
5,500 performers
a 3000-strong choir
2,300 dancers
an 80-piece symphony orchestra
a world-class stage band.

Group bookings

Need to make a group booking for over 10 people? Complete the Schools Preview Order Form 2019 (PDF 110KB) to attend the discounted 11am Friday matinee. The Friday matinee is discounted for school students and accompanying teachers.

If you’d like to grab a spot at one of the other three remaining shows complete the Group Booking Form 2019 (PDF 110KB).

Tickets for you and your family and friends

Save you and your family a spot online or by phone on 132 849.

Video – Schools Spectacular 2019

Duration: 0:26

Education Week – Every student, every voice

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 12:53:23 AEST

We are celebrating our students and their powerful voices this Education Week Monday 5 August to Friday 9 August. Every year Education Week celebrates the achievements of public schools, our students and the value of public education.

This year, the theme is Every student, every voice.

Join us for #EdWeek19 as we celebrate our students and their power to shape the world.

Video – #EdWeek19 – Every student, every voice

Duration: 0:34

Creative and Active Kids vouchers now available

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:52:11 AEST

Creative kids can now put a $100 voucher towards extra-curricular creative activities outside of school.

Together with Active Kids, this program aims to encourage more NSW children to participate in a range of extra-curricular activities such as coding, languages, circus, performing arts and visual arts.

Parents can apply for one $100 voucher for each child enrolled in school on the Creative Kids website and use it towards the cost of registration, participation or tuition. You just redeem the voucher with a registered provider in your area when making your payment.

This is a great opportunity for your child to become involved in a range of activities that will build on their education, growth and development.

Service NSW is working with industry bodies to deliver the program.

For more information, contact Service NSW on 137 788 or creativekids@service.nsw.gov.au.

The Game Changer Challenge is back

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:52:11 AEST

It’s not too late to become a Game Changer with applications for the Education Week challenge due by 7 June.

The Game Changer Challenge brings 16 teams from public schools across NSW – eight from primary and eight from secondary – to Sydney during Education Week in August for a three-day, intensive design-thinking workshop.

The Game Changer workshops, which start on Tuesday 6 August, includes teacher training in the use of design thinking as a teaching methodology and its application for school planning.

It also includes a team competition where schools will work under the guidance of experts from industry and academia to develop a solution to this year’s critical question: How might we humanise technology?

Department of Education Secretary Mark Scott has encouraged students and teachers to get behind the event as it highlights the critical thinking students will need to develop to succeed in the future.

“The Game Changer Challenge is an exciting initiative that helps educate and inform our students and teachers on how to integrate the problem-solving methodology of design thinking into the classroom,” Mr Scott says.

“It embraces the 21^st century skills our students will need to thrive in a globalised world such as collaboration, creative thinking and communication.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for our students at all levels to be involved in discussing and addressing a real-world issue that will affect their future lives. I encourage every school to get involved.”

The challenge is designed to make strong learning and teaching connections to the NSW syllabus specifically in the area of developing general capabilities such as critical thinking, collaboration, creativity, communication and problem-solving.

The challenge also provides teachers with an opportunity to gain exposure to the design thinking process and includes teacher resources to introduce this creative problem-solving methodology into the classroom.

Finalists will be selected based on a 60-second video that showcases your team’s vision around the question of humanising technology.

For more information email edweek@det.nsw.edu.au or visit the Game Changer Challenge page.

Your NAPLAN questions answered

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:52:10 AEST

The National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) is a point in time assessment for students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9. The tests assess the foundational skills in reading, writing, spelling and numeracy that are essential for every child to progress through school and life.

This year NAPLAN takes place between 14 and 16 May for paper tests and between 14 and 24 May for schools participating in NAPLAN Online.

NAPLAN data is used to help monitor student progress over time against a national measure and to identify areas of strength and improvement. It is used in combination with other school assessments to guide and support student learning.

Watch students ask an expert the tough questions about NAPLAN.

Apply now for My Community Project funding

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:52:10 AEST

Do you have a great idea to improve your area?

My Community Project is a new NSW Government funding program that is all about local ideas, local projects and local decisions.

You can apply now for grants from $20,000 - $200,000 for projects that will make a difference to your community. Projects could include new playground equipment, sports facilities, paths or ramps to improve access, public art or a community service.

The local community can vote for their favourite projects in July and successful projects will be announced in September.

Project applications close 15 May 2019.

Apply for My Community Project funding

Bring back memories, not measles

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:52:10 AEST

With school holidays just around the corner, it’s time to visit your doctor to check that you and your family are fully protected against measles, before you travel overseas.

Measles is a serious, highly contagious, viral illness that is easily spread through the air when an infectious person coughs, sneezes or breathes. If you and your family are not fully vaccinated, or have never been vaccinated, you are at risk of contracting measles.

Not sure if you’re fully protected?

In Australia, the measles vaccine (MMR) consists of 2 doses. If you’re not sure whether you’ve had 2 doses of the measles vaccine, visit your doctor. It’s safe to receive another dose.

Children born in Australia

If your children were born in Australia, they may have received the measles vaccine at 12 months old and the second dose at 18 months, in accordance with the National Immunisation Program.
If you have a baby under 12 months old, consult your doctor about getting their measles vaccination.

Adults born in Australia

Born before 1966 – you were most likely exposed to measles as a child and are generally considered to be immune. If in doubt, ask your GP.
Born between 1966 and 1994 – you may not have received 2 doses. Talk to your doctor about the free vaccine if you’re unsure.
Born after 1994 – the National Immunisation Program offers 2 doses, and you can check your vaccination status using the Australian Immunisation Register.

For more information about the measles vaccination, visit NSW Health or consult your local doctor.

Did you know our playground is open in the holidays?

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:52:09 AEST

We are excited to participate in the Share Our Space program when it returns these autumn school holidays. Participating public schools across regional and metro areas of the state will continue to open their playgrounds, ovals and sports courts for the whole community to enjoy.

You and your children can play in public schools all over NSW. Schools from Lord Howe Island Central School 600km off the east coast of mainland Australia all the way to Palinyewah Public School in the far west will share their outdoor facilities as part of the program.

Participating schools are open 7 days a week between 8am-6pm from 13 to 26 April 2019, including weekends and public holidays.

Come and visit our playground. For more information or to find another participating school near you, visit Share Our Space.

HSC Result 2018

Sun, 03 Mar 2019 13:54:06 AEDT

Congratulations Year 12 Oatley Senior Campus – Stellar HSC Results!

Georges River College Oatley Senior Campus is recognised by the NSW Education Standards Authority as offering the broadest curriculum in NSW. We pride ourselves on the provision of an individually tailored curriculum to suit the individual learning needs of all students so that they can realise their potential. Expert teachers have built upon the outstanding foundation of learning that was embedded at each of our 3 middle school campuses – GRC Hurstville Boys; GRC Peakhurst; GRC Penshurst Girls.

HSC Dux 2018

99.4 Irene Katsadima

Premier's Award - All Rounder

Congratulations to Irene Katsadima and Amy Trieu

ATAR > 90

20 students achieved an ATAR result of 90 or above

Top Achievers List

2nd in State Modern Greek Extension

3rd in State Modern Greek Extension

3rd in State Modern Greek Continuers

5th in State Modern Greek Continuers

2nd in State Spanish Extension

4th in State Spanish Extension

5th in State Spanish Continuers

2nd in State Arabic Continuers

HSC Distinguished Achievers List

104 Band 6’s were awarded

481 Band 5’s were awarded

59 students were named on the list

Major Works – “Excellence Nominations”

1 nomination for Encore 2018 - Music 1.

81 students received TAFE credentials with five courses delivered on site at GRC Oatley Senior Campus.

146 students gained the Australian Vocational Framework Qualifications.

OPEN NIGHT - GRC Oatley Senior Campus 2019

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 10:57:50 AEDT

Follow your heart, not the herd

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:52:09 AEST

We spoke with a group of Kindergarten students to find out what they had to say about going against the herd. They had some wise words for us on how we can care, respect and support each other in our schools.

Let’s start the year off right and prevent student bullying happening in our playgrounds, classrooms and online. If a group of 5-year-olds know the difference between right and wrong, shouldn’t everyone?

Video – Wise at 5

Duration – 1:08

Back to school

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:52:08 AEST

The first day of high school and the return to school in the new year are busy times for your child – and for the entire family. To help you and your child get organised and enjoy the experience we've compiled some useful tips for each year group.

We want every student to be known, valued and cared for in our schools.

Family feedback about schools always welcome

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:52:08 AEST

We know the quality of the relationship between families and schools has a direct impact on student wellbeing and educational outcomes.

There will be times when parents and carers want to ask a question, raise an issue or make a complaint about our schools and it can be hard for families to know where to start. Families have told us that it can be difficult to find the right person to talk to, or don’t know what steps to take to bring an issue to someone’s attention.

A short video, produced in consultation with schools, is helping families find the right person if they have a question or want to raise an issue, make a complaint or provide a compliment. The video encourages families to contact their school or the department early and in a positive way to help resolve any issues together.

The video complements information on our website and is an accessible way for families to find out about the complaints process. Positive feedback is also important and families are encouraged to let us know when something has gone well.

Visit the complaints, compliments and suggestions webpage for more information.

2019 school budget allocations

Tue, 18 Jun 2019 10:52:07 AEST

Like all NSW public schools, this week we will receive a School Budget Allocation Report with our funding for 2019. The report will help us manage our total budget delivered through the Resource Allocation Model (RAM).

The RAM supports schools through needs-based funding to ensure a fair, efficient and transparent allocation of funds. Our school has the flexibility to make local decisions based on the specific needs of our students.

We will use our 2019 funding to support students and improve educational outcomes. The school executive will continue to work with the school community as we implement the school plan using this needs-based funding.

Learn more about the 2019 RAM funding.

Fiver for a Farmer

Fri, 01 Mar 2019 09:51:23 AEDT

Georges River College Oatley Senior Campus prides itself on instilling the values of "Respect, Responsibility and Excellence". This week we put these values into practice as our school community banded together to help rural communities across Australia. We wanted to show our farmers and their communities that we care and that the GRC Oatley Senior Campus community was willing to help create a better future for all Australians.

Following record dry conditions, farmers in rural Australia are in a horror situation. As costs spiral and conditions worsen, even putting food on the table is becoming too hard for some families. Properties are too dry to produce any feed of their own and livestock are starving. Farmers have been forced to shoot thousands of animals. Farmers are revealing that this is the worst drought they have experienced in their lifetimes. Despite the urgent need for help, as a school we made the decision to help farmers overcome anxiety, fear and hardship and assist in building the resilience of all Australians.

On Tuesday the 4^th of September, we held a mufti day to celebrate our rural communities and asked every member of a school community to donate a ‘Fiver ($5) for a farmer". Staff and students wore their jeans and flannelette shirt and raised an outstanding amount of $2650.

$2650 allowed the school to purchase 100 bales of hay and 13 hampers for much needed families. Thank you to our school community for helping us to make a difference.

Premier highlights the value of public education

Mon, 24 Sep 2018 09:20:23 AEST

Public education can be the springboard to the top job in New South Wales.

That was the message from the Premier, Gladys Berejiklian, as she launched Education Week celebrations today at Parramatta and Kiama public schools.

"I know that all schools across the state today are highlighting and celebrating what we all value in public education – where someone like me who couldn't speak a word of English when she started school has somehow ended up being the Premier of NSW," she said.

Ms Berejiklian said she had met many possible future leaders during her visit to Parramatta Public School and "couldn't be prouder, as your Premier, to witness the outstanding achievements of all the students across the state".

The dual school launch, linked via a live simulcast, focused on the theme of Education Week, Today's schools – creating tomorrow's world, which highlights how NSW public schools are equipping young people with the skills and capabilities they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

For the first time the launch was hosted entirely by primary school students and featured student performances from Eastwood Public School violinist Justine Zhang, Bossley Park High School soloist Ezra Loau and dancers from Hoxton Park Public School.

Year 8 students from Kiama High School – Alira Morgan, Jannali Morgan and Olivia Talbott – opened the celebration with an Acknowledgement of Country performed in language.

Keynote speeches were delivered from Kiama by Terara Public School Year 6 student Lucy Boundy, Molly Chapman, a Year 8 student at Dapto High School, and Nowra East Public School instructional leader Vishanti Govender.

Lucy told the launch that education was about opportunity: "Opportunity to learn, opportunity to improve and opportunity to make a difference."

In detailing her early struggles with learning, Molly said a more hands-on approach to study at her high school had a huge impact on her.

"I learn more effectively by seeing and doing things because it gets in my head more easily and pictures are worth a thousand words. Thanks to school, I'm exceeding in almost everything I touch," she said.

Education Minister Rob Stokes highlighted the "incredible legacy" of public schools on society, a role contemporary education and educators would play in the future.

"We are in a period of vast technological, social and economic change, and with that the role of education becomes more important, even bigger, and the challenge for teachers and students becomes more complex," he said.

"We need to provide training in those skills that recognise the future is uncertain and to train and encourage young people not just to be ready for the change that is coming but to be excited by it."

Education Week 2018 - Today's schools creating tomorrow's world

Mon, 24 Sep 2018 09:17:55 AEST

The future of education will be showcased in NSW public schools from August 6 – 10 as students, teachers and parents across the state celebrate Education Week 2018.

Education Week kicks off on Monday, August 6, with a simultaneous launch at Parramatta and Kiama public schools livestreamed on YouTube so all government schools and their communities can join in.

This year's theme, Today's schools – creating tomorrow's world, highlights how NSW public schools are equipping young people with the skills and capabilities they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

For the first time the Education Week launch will be hosted by primary school students and will feature a dancing robot, student performances and a film highlighting how schools are working with their communities to solve real-world problems.

A highlight of the week is the Game Changer Challenge, in which 16 teams of students from schools across NSW will compete in a three-day design program, working alongside leading industry professionals to create the school of the future.

Premier Gladys Berejiklian said today's students were learning at a time of great change.

"From the far west to our metropolitan hubs and everywhere in between, our state's schools will celebrate not only what we've achieved, but the future we are creating," Ms Berejiklian said.

"We are living in a time when the traditional walls of the classroom are opening up to new worlds of learning, paving the way for students to connect and collaborate with their peers regionally and globally."

Education Minister Rob Stokes said there had never been a more exciting time to be involved in schools with technology reshaping the way students learn and billions of dollars being invested in new school infrastructure.

"The NSW Department of Education is continually striving for improvement and innovation so that the young people in our care learn in a world-class education system," Mr Stokes said.

"The NSW Government is supporting that vision through a record $6 billion in funding to build the classrooms and schools of the future."

The Secretary of the Department of Education Mark Scott said ensuring today's students had the skills they would need to "not just survive, but thrive" in the future underpinned the department's evidence-based approach to learning.

"I am incredibly proud of the innovative teaching and learning that is being done across our State's public schools to ensure that every student can perform to their full potential," Mr Scott said.

"We don't know what the future will hold, but we do know that we are focused on equipping today's students with the skills and knowledge they will need to lead fulfilling lives in the future."

GRC OATLEY SENIOR CAMPUS - OPEN NIGHT THURSDAY 23 FEBRUARY 2017

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:58 AEDT

OPEN NIGHT - GRC Oatley Senior Campus

We are opening our school to both current parents and members of the community who want to experience what Georges River College Oatley Senior Campus has to offer.

Date: Thursday 23^rd February, 2017

Time: 6:00pm – 7:30pm

Venue: School Gymnasium

GRC Oatley Senior Campus offers Year 11 and 12 students the opportunity to study for the HSC in a young adult learning environment, preparing you for the next stage of your life in a manner no other school can.

Georges River College Oatley Senior Campus is recognised by the NSW Educations Standards Authority as offering the broadest curriculum in NSW. We pride ourselves on the provision of an individually tailored curriculum to suit the individual learning needs of all students so that they can realise their potential.

We are focused on developing students who are not only academically successful but who are thoughtful citizens who contribute to their local community in a positive manner. The individual education needs of students and maximising their HSC achievement during their senior years are primary focus of our Campus.

Leadership plays an important role in the lives of our Young people. Students are encouraged to develop and use leadership skills. These are skills which will carry them forward into the future. We have a unique prefecture system which allows every student to have their leadership roles acknowledged.

Program:

Principal welcome
Information sessions on curriculum, welfare, platinum classes and support programs
Tour of the school – staff and students from all KLA's will be available to answer questions
Performances showcasing the talent and opportunities offered at GRC Oatley Senior Campus

Please Click here for details about 2017 OPEN NIGHT

HSC Result 2016

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:59 AEDT

Congratulations Year 12 – Stellar HSC Results!

HSC Dux History 2010 – 2016

99.9 98.9 99.5 98.7 99.8 99.7 96.9

Dux HSC 2016

Congratulations to Nerisa Grace Chan.

ATAR >90

23 students achieved an ATAR result of 90 or above

Top Achievers List

^1st in State Chinese Beginners

1^st in State Arabic Extension

1^st in State Modern Greek Continuers

1^st in State Tourism, Travel and Events

Top 10 in State Business Services

HSC Distinguished Achievers List

95 Band 6's were awarded

507 Band 5's were awarded

53 students were named on the list

Major Works – "Excellence Nominations"

3 nominations for Callback (Dance)

1 nomination for Space 2016 (Design and Technology - this work was subsequently selected for exhibit at The Powerhouse Museum.

126 students received TAFE credentials with six courses delivered on site at GRC Oatley Senior Campus.

121 students gained Australian Vocational Framework Qualifications.

"Thank you to her amazing teachers for their inspiring teaching, their dedication, effort and support. We are overjoyed with her results."

Parent

GRC Oatley has allowed us to develop a more independent way of learning. It has been a privilege to study at GRC Oatley"

Student

3 Bridges youth service updates Oct 2016

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:51 AEDT

DL Flyer Tuning In To Teens

Family and Individual Counselling

YOUZ FL01 V3 - Youth Zone Inc

GRC Oatley Senior Campus College and Curriculum Expo 2016

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:58 AEDT

For Year 11 2017 and their families:

Tuesday 2 August at Oatley Senior Campus 4 – 7 pm

Subject information

TAFE information

Oatley campus information 5pm

HSC requirements 6pm

Campus tours

Teachers from every faculty and from TAFE will be available to advise you.

All Year 11 2017 Students are advised to attend.

Parentline for Adolescents and workshops

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:00 AEDT

Training /workshops:

Please Click here for Engaging Adolescents Parent Workshop details.
Please Click here for workshops on Get a handle on HSC Stress in Hurstville.

Anderson Parker

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:53 AEDT

Anderson Parker, as a member of the NSW Under 18 Men's Wheelchair Basketball team, won the National Championships by beating Queensland in the final.

Georges River College Website

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:58 AEDT

Please click on the link below for our college website

http://grc.education.nsw.gov.au

HSC Result 2015

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:59 AEDT

HSC Dux History 2010 – 2015

99.9 98.9 99.5 98.7 99.8 99.7

HSC DUX Anirudh Banerjee 99.70

ATAR >90

18 students achieved an ATAR result of 90 or greater

HSC All Rounders List

2 students were named on this list

Top Achievers List

8^th in Mathematics Extension 1

HSC Distinguished Achievers List

115 Band 6's were awarded

63 students were named on the list

Major Works Excellence Nominations

2 students nominated for Callback (Dance)

1 student nominated ARTEXPRESS

1 student nominated for Art Rules

1 student nominated for ENCORE (Music)

94 students received TAFE credentials with six courses delivered on site at GRC Oatley Senior Campus.

180 students gained Australian Vocational Framework Qualifications

Congratulations to our Year 12 , 2015 and their teachers for the excellent HSC results

GRC Oatley is proud to be a comprehensive school catering for both academic students seeking university entry and those seeking an alternative curriculum and entry to TAFE and employment.

White Ribbon Day 2016

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:02 AEDT

We invite our community to our annual White Ribbon Day Assembly on 25/11/15 (Wednesday, 11:30 -12:50). This is our 4th year of commemorating White Ribbon and our team of 30 young men and women have put together an informative and entertaining program for our school. If you are interested in attending please contact the school or email kevin.wright@det.nsw.edu.au

Year 12 Graduation 2015

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:07 AEDT

The Year 12 Graduation Ceremony is being held on Friday 18th September 2015 at Sydney Town Hall. This is the highlight of the Year for Year 12 students, their parents/guardians and staff.

Year 12 students and guests will need to be seated by 10.00am, and the ceremony is scheduled to finish at 12.30. Roll call registration is at 9.30am. Full school uniform must be worn including black (clean) shoes and long pants for boys. The ceremony will include: Performances, Tributes to Year 12 from Year 11 and staff, responses by Year 12, Award of Graduation Certificates, Awards and Prefectures, Year 12 gift to the school. The school has arranged for a professional photographer to take a graduation photo for you to purchase if you wish.

Each student may purchase guest tickets at a cost of $15.00 each – graduating students are free. These may be booked from Monday 10 August until Thursday 17 September 11pm through www.trybooking.com/ILXU Search Name: GRC Oatley Graduation 2015

Subject Market and Georges River College Expo

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:01 AEDT

PARENTING TEENAGERS EVENING GROUP

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:59 AEDT

Youth

Free ‘What if??' group for young people aged 14-18 with anxiety or depression (Hurstville)
Eight week group program. Organised by headspace Hurstville.
Tuesdays 3.45-5.30pm, 28 April.
Headspace Hurstville, 41 Dora Street Hurstville.
More information: Phone 8048 3350 or email headspace.hurstville@sesml.org.au

REGISTRATION FORM

Parent and Carer Information Evening run by headspace on Young people and mental health

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:59 AEDT

Parent and Carer Information Evening run by headspace on Young people and mental health,

Please Click here for more details.

Spiros Kalavritinos from Georges River College Oatley Senior Campus

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:00 AEDT

Spiros Kalavritinos from Georges River College Oatley Senior Campus - First in Legal Studies, being presented with a certificate by NSW Minister for Education Adrian Piccoli (Source: Anna Warr)

Open Night for prospective 2016 and beyond enrolments

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:59 AEDT

2014 HSC Results

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:58 AEDT

Congratulations to all of our 2014 Year 12 students. A special mention for:

Spiros Kalavritinos who achieved First in the State in HSC Legal Studies

and to

Mia Mihaljevic who achieved First in the State in HSC Croatian Continuers.

Click here (pdf 643 KB) to read our 2014 Results Report.

School uniform is now available online

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:00 AEDT

School Uniforms are now available through your local Lowes store or Online by clicking on the photo.

Our Virtual Tour

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 12:12:44 AEDT

Click here to visit our 360 Virtual School Tour.

Year 12 2015 Major Works Night

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:06 AEDT

Time: 6.30 - 7.30pm

Venue: GRC Oatley Senior Campus Monk Theatre

There will be a Major Works Information Night for students and their parents on Wednesday 5th November 2014. The focus is providing information to students completing major works or performances for the 2015 HSC. Courses with mandatory major works include:

Major Works

English Extension 2

Design & Technology

History Extension

Industrial Technology - Timber and Electronics

Society & Culture

Textiles & Design

Visual Arts

Major Performances

Dance

Drama

Music

If you require further information, please call Reception on 8567 3700.

Year 11 Yearly Examinations

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:06 AEDT

Year 11 Yearly Examinations are scheduled for Friday 5th September through to Friday 19th September 2014. The examination timetable (pdf 10 KB) and examination rules (pdf 61 KB) are now available.

Students should check the timetable carefully to ensure they attend the scheduled exams for each of their courses. All exams must be completed during the exam period.

Parent Information Night

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:59 AEDT

Post School Options

"Empowering parents to help students"

All parents are invited to attend this very important information night which will focus on the different options for your child to consider after their schooling is completed.

Speakers:

Kate McRae (DP GRC Oatley) will explain University entry and ATAR

Rob Little (Counsellor TAFE NSW) will discuss other education, training and employment pathways

Penny Morrison (Careers Adviser GRC Oatley) will advise on where to get help and reliable information

When: Monday 18th August 2014

Where: The Monk Theatre, GRC Oatley Senior Campus

Time: 7.00 - 8.00pm

Light refreshments will be served

ALL WELCOME

Research on Uni Success

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:00 AEDT

A researcher at University of Canberra has released information showing the success of students from State/Public Schools at University compared to their peers from private educational settings. For more information, read the article...

State school kids do better (pdf 264 KB)

2014 Trial HSC Examination Timetable

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:51 AEDT

The Trial HSC Examination Timetable was released today. Follow the following links to access the timetable and the examination rules.

2014 Trial HSC Exams (pdf 42 KB)

Trial HSC Exam Rules (pdf 60 KB)

Subject Market for Year 11 2015

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:01 AEDT

Workshops for parents and students

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:02 AEDT

Kogarah and Hurstville Councils are holding free parenting seminars.These will be held on Wednesday 21 and Thursday 22 May. Please see the attached flyers for more information about these seminars. Please note that bookings are essential.

Lovability Workshop (pdf 211 KB) Young Males into Adulthood (pdf 219 KB)

Congratulations to the Stage Band!

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:01 AEDT

Our Stage Band recently travelled to Mt Gambier to participate in the Generations in Jazz National Stage Band Awards. 3200 students from around Australia participated in the competition.

The GRC Stage Band were 1 of 26 bands competing in Divison 5, Small Ensemble. They impressed the judges with their exciting performance and scored a mark of 81/100, finishing 7th in the division.

A big thank you to Mrs Pryce who has put in so much time, effort and commitment to preparing and supporting the band and taking them to the competition.

2014 HSC Exam Timetable

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:51 AEDT

From Wednesday 30th April, HSC students can access their personalised HSC Examination Timetable when they log on to their BOSTES Students Online Accounts. BOSTES

Year 12 Parent-Teacher Night

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:07 AEDT

The 2014 Year 12 Parent Teacher Night is on Tuesday 6th May between 4pm and 7pm. This is an excellent opportunity to find out how Year 12 can be supported in the lead up to the HSC exams to achieve their best.

Students and parents are encouraged to book in an interview time with the relevant staff members.

Year 12 Semester 1 Examinations

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:07 AEDT

Year 12 Semester 1 Examinations will commence on Friday 7th March 2014 with Practical and Performance examinations. The Written Exams will commence on Monday 10th March and conclude on Friday 21 March 2014. The examination timetable for these examinations is available now (pdf 9 KB).

All students must attend the scheduled examination time for each of their courses. Students who are too ill to attend an examination must call the school to advise of the illness and their inability to present for an examination. Then on the first day possible, see Ms Gemisi (the Head Teacher Administration) with their Medical Certificate to apply to complete the examination in the next available exam time.

ALL exams must be completed within the examination period. No deferred examinations will be scheduled out of the exam weeks.

DESIGN TECHNOLOGY POWERHOUSE MUSEUM

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:54 AEDT

Year 12 GRC Oatley Design & Technology students attended the Annual DesignTECH exhibition at the Powerhouse Museum to see the best Major Design Projects from the 2013 HSC. The students had a chance to see the projects first hand, giving them an insight at the complexity & level of work that is required of them. All work was outstanding. Student had the opportunity to spend time with a Designer who took them through the Design Development of the EverReady torch through the years. Students in small teams of three had to design the future Dolphin Torch. Students were also given the opportunity to meet and discuss with an actual Design & Technology Examiner/Teacher the requirements of the Major Design Project and the Major Design Folio. Students left with a wealth of knowledge that will allow them to further improve their own Major Design Projects. Well Done class! Mr.Polyzoidis, TAS Department.

P & C Meeting Tuesday 4th March 2014

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:59 AEDT

There will be a P&C Meeting Tuesday 4th March at 7.30pm in the Horseshoe Theatre.

DAVIDSON SHIELD CRICKET KNOCKOUT COMPETITION - GRC OATLEY V's SYDNEY BOYS HIGH

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:53 AEDT

Well Done Boys. A difficult day due to the weather, however school spirit, team work and sportsmanship prevailed. Before the rain started to fall the GRC Oatley Team were taking wickets every few runs at one stage. Oatley's turn to bat, a light rain sets in changing the condition of the pitch making it harder for the batsmen. Nevertheless the Oatley spirit is strong and the team pushes on with the rain and oppositions constant chatter during batting. At the end of the day the win went to Sydney Boys High. Congratulations to the team for their professional manner, sportsmanship, conduct and behaviour travelling to and from the venue. Well Done. Coach Mr.Polyzoidis.

Support Workshop for Parents

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:01 AEDT

The South Eastern Sydney and Illawarra Area Health Service is running workshops for Parent and Carers. These workshops would be of great benefit to parents/carers of students who have difficulties regulating their emotions. This workshop will give strategies for parents/carers to use when their adolescent gets very angry and/or very distressed and/or harms themselves when angry or distressed.

If you are interested in attending one of these workshops, the information flyer can be accessed through this link: Family & Carer Workshop (pdf 345 KB)

2014 New Bell Times

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:51 AEDT

From Week 2, Monday 3rd February 2014 our bell times will change. Session 1 each day will begin at 8.40am, so students will need to scan in by 8.30am to ensure they are in class by 8.40 when the lesson begins.

The 2014 bell times are available in the Our school section of the website on the Bell Times page.

ENGINEERING STUDIES AT WOLLONGONG UNI

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:55 AEDT

The University of Wollongong Engineering Department held its Annual Engineering Studies Day for all Engineering Studies Students from both Public and Private Schools. The day was made up of Practical Hands on Engineering Tutorials that covered the many different areas of Engineering. Students were involved with Destructiive Testing, Materials Engineering, Mining Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Industrial Robotics and Electrical

Engineering.

YEAR 12 ENGINEERING STUDIES EXCURSION TO NETS

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:06 AEDT

Y12 Engineering Studies visited the Neonatal Emergency Transportation Services Unit (NETS) at Westmead Sydney, which deal with the transportaion of premature newborn children anywhere around Australia 24/7. The students were given hands on experience from Mr. Kastrounis. Students were shown how Prenatal Cribs were designed using the lastest aircraft engineering materials used in Aeronautical Engineering.Students then got to sit in the Helicopter that transports the babies.What a Great Day.

Y12 DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY IKEA TEMPE EXCURSION

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:03 AEDT

Year 12 Design & Technology walked through the IKEA Tempe stores 2.4 kilometer product line in about 3 hours. From the very begining the camera phones were capturing possible ideas that the students could incorporate into their Y12 Major Design Project Ideas for their HSC. Students also could see the detail in design of each product and the environment the product was displayed in which would assist them in their own design displays of the Major Design Projects(MDP).

I was very proud of the students because on two separate occassions I was approached by members of the public and congratulated on the students mature behaviour and on the interest they were showing regarding their research. Well Done.

Report by Mr.Polyzoidis / TAS Department

Y12 VET CONSTRUCTION MOSAIC TILING DESIGNS

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:04 AEDT

The Art of Mosaic Tiling has seen a revival with Year 12 VET Construction at GRC Oatley. To start of the Tiling section of the VET Construction Syllabus, Mr Polyzoidis started the class off with a reference to the Ancient Art of Tiling from the ancient cultures dating back to 1500 B.C. Connections were made to Mosaic use in modern day society. Mosaic Tiling uses a variety of small individual pieces of tiles of various shapes and colours to create pictures of people, patterns, images and scenes of everyday life. The students were introduced to the mosaic tiling to give them the opportunity to learn how to handle tiles and tiling tools before they take on the full size tiling job of tiling the Storeroom for the Gallery Cafeteria.

Materials and tiles used for the mosaics were sourced from a variety of sources to save money by recycling and locating the best price to save money and to foster sustainability of natural resources. The timber bases used for the mosaics came directly from the TAS Department's timber off-cut recycling bin. Mr.Polyzoidis sourced a whole truck load of sample tiles valued over $1000 for free from Mr Vince Pirrello of Italcrafts Australia Leichhardt and tiles were also purchased from Bunnings on a small scale.

All students produced work that reflected their ideas and their efforts were of a high standard. They demonstrated a sense of achievement by the care and pride they took in their work. Well Done Class.

The class is now ready to take on the tiling of the College's Gallery Cafe Storeroom. In total 15 square metres of tiling that needs to be completed as a team effort. For now that's all.

Editorial and Photos by Mr.Polyzoidis. TAS Department.

TAS students visit Peakhurst High

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:57 AEDT

Year 11 Engineering Studies, Y11 Design & Technology and Y12 VET Construction classes taugh by Mr.Polyzoidis were given the opportunity to see the construction of the foundations, footings and the concreting of the new school hall being built at Peakhurst High. Mr John Smith Chief Construction Manager for Edwards Construction was kind enough to take time out and walk the students through the different stage sof the build and all the legal and safety requirement that constantly have to be adhered to. During the visit students engaged in asking questions and were also fortunate to see onsite testing procedure called a SLUMP TEST on concrete to see if it meets specifications befotre it is poured or discarded.

Rugby Sevens

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:00 AEDT

Even though rugby sevens is not a traditional code of football at GRC, expert coaching from Alex Suter saw the team adapt quickly to the Sevens game defeating Endeavour Sport High, Picnic Point high and Port Hacking High Schools to take out the Southern Districts Tournament.

Our Rugby Sevens journey continued with the team going on to represent Sydney South at the regional competition where we saw notable performances in defence from Joshua Maea and creative attacking plays from Nicholas Pappas and the Richardson twins. A close match in the final against Mattraville Sports High set the team up to qualify for the NSW State Schoolboys Sevens Championships.

Our qualification into the Hong Kong NSW Schoolboys Rugby Sevens Championship was an impressive feat for a bunch of ‘leaguies', but their commitment to the team and training with Alex put them in good stead for the next level of competition

Five games were played in the state championship with ALL players giving their best and putting their bodies on the line to represent GRC.

Outstanding performances from Nick Pappas, scoring all points in game 2 and Khaled Alfas with three tries in game 4 were highlights of the day.

In all events our players have demonstrated skill, sportsmanship and leadership that GRC can be proud of.

Final Preliminary Examinations 2013

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:58 AEDT

Year 11 will be completing their final Preliminary course examinations in the examination period from Friday 6th September through to Friday 20th September 2013. The examination timetable and rules are available from the Head Teacher Administration, and can also be accessed from the School Years - Year 11 - Examinations section of our website.

It is the responsibility of each student to check the timetable and attend each examination at the scheduled time and venue for each of their courses. If students are unable to present for an examination due to illness, they must follow the procedures set out in the Assessment Policy.

All students must complete their examinations during this examination period. No opportunity to complete exams will be provided outside of the examination period.

Trial HSC Examinations

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:02 AEDT

The 2013 Trial HSC Examination Timetable is now available for students. Our Trial HSC Examinations are scheduled to run through from Tuesday 6th through to Friday 23rd August. You can view the timetable by clicking on the link below or through the School Years tab on this site.

2013 Trial HSC Exam Timetable (pdf 25 KB)

Students are reminded that they must attend the examination for each of their courses at the time scheduled as per the 2013 Trial HSC Examination Timetable published by the school. Students who cannot attend a scheduled examination due to serious illness or misadventure must follow the school assessment policy (pdf 407 KB).

2013 VET Awards

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:31:02 AEDT

Sydney Region Finalists - 2013 NSW Training Awards

Congratulations to Samantha M and Angela P. They were among the eight finalists of the NSW Training awards. There are thousands of students studying subjects across the VET frameworks in Sydney Region, making this achievement remarkable. Samantha & Angela both diligently study Certificate II in Hospitality-Kitchen Operations and Baking through TAFE. Their outstanding communication, organisation and teamwork skills impressed the panel of judges. Experiences in leadership roles in the GRC Events Catering team have assisted their development and confidence. Both girls are planning future careers in the Hospitality Industry and are worthy recipients of these award nominations. Congratulations & Well Done!!

Danika Kalan

GRC Events Catering

Exam Readers and Writers

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:58 AEDT

Georges River College Oatley Senior Campus is seeking volunteer readers and writers for students needing special provisions for all exams in Year 11 and Year 12. Please contact the school, 8567 3700, and ask for one of the following contacts to discuss your expression of interest for these positions.

Contact personnel for information are:

Margret Zauss and Kevin Wright - Head Teachers Welfare

Deidrei Bedwell - Principal

Kate McRae and Classa Martinuzzi - Deputy Principals.

Before you undertake this role, you will be required to complete a Child Protection Declaration (from 15 June 2013, this will be the Working with Children Check).

For more information on the role, see Specific Rules and Procedures on the NSW Board of Studies website.

2013 HSC Exam Timetable now available

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:51 AEDT

The NSW Board of Studies has released the timetable for the 2013 HSC Written Examinations. The full timetable can be viewed on the BOS website - 2013 HSC Exam Timetable.

Year 12 students have access to NSW Students Online, where the BOS have issued them with their personalised timetable.

The website also has information to assist in students' preparation for the HSC as well as approved equipment lists for every HSC course. In order to ease the stress of the HSC, students should become familiar with the website to ensure they are adequately prepared for the HSC period.

Athletics Carnival

Thu, 29 Mar 2018 00:30:53 AEDT

On Tuesday, 11^th of June, the athletics carnival took place in beautiful winter sunshine at the Waratah Athletics track in Sutherland.

Events took place in a variety of track and field pursuits in a competitive and fun environment with the view of choosing a strong team for the St George Zone Athletics Carnival. Age championships were also on offer and were hotly contested by a number of the school's finest athletes. Champions on the day included:

Nicolas S – 17 boys Age Champion
Monica D – 17 girls Age Champion
Renee B – 16 girls Age Champion
Joel B – 16 boys age champion