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Shelford Girls’ Grammar

Principal Katrina Brennan

With a child-centred philosophy of education, Katrina’s passion for engaging and empowering her students is matched by her deep connection to the Shelford community and respect for the diversity within it. 3 Hood Crescent, Caulfield VIC 3161

With a rich and proud history of educating girls, Shelford Girls’ Grammar is a small, inclusive school with a wonderful sense of community. For 123 years Shelford has been a strong advocate for girls’ education, preparing girls and young women for a complex and changing world.

Our school has an outstanding academic tradition and offers students a range of subjects, right through from Prep to VCE level. Shelford has exceptional Visual and Performing Arts programs, extensive sporting opportunities and a strong cocurricular program including exchanges, camps, debating and a unique Year 9 Challenge program.

Our students flourish because they learn in a community that nurtures, stimulates and challenges them, and in which they are encouraged to be courageous. Our girls are able to explore, be curious and try out new things in a supportive, positive environment, where high standards and the pursuit of excellence are part of the historical fabric of the school.

Exceptional teaching staff who are highly qualified and passionate educators work collaboratively to know and nurture each and every student. ● A wonderful sense of community ● Inclusive, welcoming students from all backgrounds ● Each student is known and valued ● Outstanding academic tradition and excellent VCE results ● Extensive sporting opportunities ● Exceptional Visual and Performing Arts programs

THE BASICS

Enquiries

+61 3 9524 7333 shelford.vic.edu.au information@shelford.vic. edu.au

Years

Prep – Year 12

Denomination

Anglican

Gender Girls only

Fees POA

Boarding \ No

Scholarships \ Yes

RESPECT

Sitting at the core of every interaction at Shelford, students are taught to respect any difference in others, be mindful of the needs of their peers and care for their community through engagement and service.

INTEGRITY

Courteous, reliable, honest, loyal and trustworthy behaviour is encouraged and developed in students. They make ethical and principled decisions for themselves, and our community.

PASSION

Within a culture that fosters a love of learning, Shelford students are given the freedom, courage and confidence to try new things, and encouraged to discover and develop their strengths and interests.

CREATIVITY

Shelford students are taught to embrace the challenges of the 21st century and respond with curiosity, imagination and innovative thinking.