When you join our Junior School or Early Learning Centre at Corio Campus, you become part of something genuinely rare. A primary school experience nestled among native grasslands, wetlands and trees on the edge of a Ramsar-listed wetland of international significance.

The Junior School and ELC at Corio Campus opened in Term 2, 2026, marking a significant milestone for Geelong Grammar School. These purpose-built learning environments were years in the making, designed from the ground up to inspire curiosity, creativity and a lifelong love of learning in our youngest students.

The Junior School welcomes students from Prep to Year 4, with the ELC offering three-year-old and four-year-old kindergarten programmes.

An exceptional place to learn

The Junior School sits on the northern aspect of Corio Campus, surrounded by native grasslands, wetlands and trees. The ELC is located on the western side of the campus within The Estate, offering its own dedicated and beautifully considered space for our youngest learners.

Both environments have been purpose-built to foster authentic inquiry, nurture curiosity and connection, and provide hands-on opportunities to engage with the natural world. Children here can explore, observe, climb, discover and play alongside a Ramsar-listed wetland of international significance, a living classroom that truly sets our school apart.

Sondra

Head of Junior School

There is a beauty and a joy to learning here, found in shared experiences, in the strength of relationships, and in the sense of belonging that defines our community.

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Giving the whole child more

We believe that a meaningful education is one that engages a child’s hands, heart and mind. Our students, including those in the ELC, experience a broad range of positive learning opportunities including music, drama, language, arts, sport, leadership, cultural, social and community-based activities, allowing students to feel connected, engaged and challenged in ways that extend beyond core academics.

Learning Framework

Our School has been an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School since 1997.  In 2024, we became authorised to offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP) at Corio Campus. The PYP draws on research and best practice from a range of national systems and is designed to stimulate curiosity and inquiry in order to foster a spirit of discovery and enjoyment of learning. Through the PYP, our talented educators challenge students to stretch their imaginations, to think curiously, creatively and critically, and contribute positively to the global community.

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Grounded in Nature and Community

At Corio Campus, our youngest learners step into 230 hectares of natural environment designed for them. Adventure, curiosity and wonder aren’t extras here; they’re the foundation. Through nature-based spaces thoughtfully designed to bring GGS’s pillars of Adventure, Positive and Creative Education to life, and guided by the IB Primary Years Programme, children learn through authentic inquiry and hands-on experience, with access to the outstanding facilities of Corio Campus.

Specialist Programme

Students enjoy a dynamic and holistic programme of exceptional learning experiences across the core and specialist curriculum. Our specialist programme ensures all aspects of our young learners growth are supported, nurtured and developed.

The Arts

Drama, Music and Visual Arts are a vibrant addition and vital component of the curriculum. Students learn ways of experiencing, developing, presenting and understanding ideas, emotions, values and cultural beliefs. They learn to take risks, be imaginative and develop self-confidence. Individual music tuition is also offered to students during the school day.

E learning

Students learn about technology as well as learn through technology and have access to devices such as iPads and notebooks. Promoting responsible and ethical digital citizenship is a fundamental part of the students’ learning.

Language - Chinese

Additional language learning is a fundamental part of the PYP curriculum allowing students to develop the love of an additional language and to build cultural understandings associated with the study of the Chinese culture and lifestyle.

Library

Our Library programme is a central component of the PYP allowing students to develop information skills, strategies and an appreciation of language and literature that will assist them to become informed decision makers and lifelong learners. Students enjoy unlimited access to an extensive, contemporary literature collection, ‘Browse and Borrow’ sessions and engaging experiences with visiting authors.

Physical education

Through Physical Education, students work to increase their knowledge and skills and to develop positive beliefs, attitudes and values about physical activity and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. All students participate in fundamental motor skill sessions and activities on a weekly basis. Students in Year 3 and Year 4 participate in weekly Sport sessions that involve applying their physical education skills in game situations. All students participate in annual sporting events such as swimming lessons, House sport events, and the whole school Athletics Day.

Religious and values education

Christian values and concepts such as love, honesty, friendship and sharing are incorporated into all aspects of our daily life. Each term, students will attend church services at the Chapel of All Saints at Corio Campus.

Student leadership

Leadership experiences start in the ELC, with students across all year levels given opportunities to assume roles of responsibility. These include roles in assembly, in the classroom, in the buddy programme, and in sport, music, drama and other daily activities. Through these experiences, students develop a deeper understanding of GGS’s core values of courage, compassion, curiosity, civility and connection, while building confidence in their ability to manage challenges and contribute to the School community.

Deepening cultural understanding

As a School, we recognise our responsibility in educating our children about Australia’s cultural heritage and Indigenous perspective. Our educators work closely with our Indigenous liaison officer to provide meaningful learning in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, traditions, histories and experiences. This can encompass all subject areas through a combination of classroom learning, projects, incursions, excursions and co-curricular activities.

Early Learning at Corio Campus

Our ELC programme, for children aged three to five years, is built on respect, kindness and a holistic approach to nurturing the whole child. Guided by the Reggio Emilia approach and the IB Primary Years Programme, we aspire to provide rich and meaningful experiences that inspire children’s hands, hearts and minds.

At our new home at Corio Campus, our young learners have access to expansive natural surroundings, a setting that brings genuine depth to our nature-based learning philosophy.

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Take the first step towards your child joining Geelong Grammar School by completing an online application.

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Contact the Admissions team

ELC & Junior School Enquiries
T: +61 3 5273 9307
E: admissions@ggs.vic.edu.au

CORIO CAMPUS
50 Biddlecombe Avenue
Corio, Victoria, 3214
Australia

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