The Illawarra Grammar SchoolRegistered

The Illawarra Grammar School (TIGS) is an Anglican, coeducational, nonselective day school for students aged 3 to 18 from PrePrep to Year 12. Its mission is: The achievement of academic excellence in a caring environment that is founded on Christian belief and behaviour, so that students are equipped to act with wisdom, compassion and justice as faithful stewards of our world . Achievement of outstanding academic results in a safe, caring community is a feature of a TIGS education. Programmes based on the Reggio Emilia philosophy and the International Baccalaureate Organisation (PYP) in the Junior School lay the foundation for outstanding educational outcomes in the Senior School. Learning is individualised through quality in class differentiation as well as specialist programmes for gifted students and support for students with learning difficulties. A dynamic approach to curriculum development provides a stimulating and diverse curriculum. The School provides programmes that stimulate the interest and creativity of students. Extensive cocurricular and extracurricular experience provides an environment that fosters the growth and learning of the whole child. Specialist areas include the Performing Arts, Creative Arts, Sport and Outdoor Education. We expect that a TIGS education will empower our students to succeed as citizens of the 21st Century. The school s accomplishments align with the School's strategic plan, which emphasises academic excellence, student and staff wellbeing, citizenship, and growth in Christian faith. These achievements are vital for the continued growth of our school, particularly as the school focuses on nurturing resilience and academic excellence in the coming years. We expect that a TIGS education will empower our students to succeed as citizens of the 21st Century.