The learning journey at Goulburn Valley Grammar School is one which seeks to empower students to make a positive contribution to our changing and challenging world through their skills, knowledge, values, confidence and commitment to excellence. The School's culture is grounded in well established values which provide the foundation of a positive learning environment. We believe that our school community should promote the values of care, tolerance, honesty, understanding, respect and grace and that in all our relationships within the School these values should be respected. The curriculum is rigorous, broadly based and designed to encourage the highest standards of achievement in all pursuits undertaken by students. As most of our students aspire to tertiary study the curriculum is structured to provide access to leading tertiary institutions and to other career paths. Within this context we believe it is important to provide a range of experiences that responds to the needs and abilities of all students. These experiences should be challenging yet achievable for all students. We believe in the importance and value of each student, within the context of a caring and supportive school. We affirm that students learn best in an environment that is supportive and encouraging. They will thrive when they are made welcome and can develop a sense of belonging in which they feel valued and respected. We consider a strong co-curricular programme being central to the life of the School. We see the purpose of this programme as being to develop young men and women of character, well rounded and capable of giving service to their communities. Within the co-curricular programme, students are able to participate in a wide variety of activities designed to cater for diverse interests and abilities. These programmes provide opportunities for student leadership, decision making and problem solving. The School recognises the critical role that staff play in promoting student wellbeing and achievement. The School's positive..