Choosing the right school is about more than academic success. Families want a community where their child will be challenged, supported, and inspired to become the best version of themselves. At Ivanhoe Grammar School, students are encouraged to pursue excellence while developing the confidence, character, and adaptability needed to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Ivanhoe Grammar School is renowned for its strong sense of community and genuine commitment to individual growth. Students are known personally by their teachers and are encouraged to explore their passions, discover new talents, and embrace opportunities beyond the classroom. From leadership and service learning to outdoor education, the arts, innovation, and elite sporting pathways, Ivanhoe provides a breadth of experiences that help young people build resilience, independence, and self-belief.

Families are also drawn to the School’s future-focused approach to education. Innovative learning environments, contemporary facilities, and a culture embracing curiosity and critical thinking equip students with the skills required for success in a global society. Ivanhoe Grammar School remains grounded in our enduring values of respect, collaboration, innovation, courage, and compassion, fostering young people of character, who are not only capable learners but also thoughtful and ethical citizens.

For families seeking a school combining opportunity, care, aspiration, and strong values, Ivanhoe Grammar School offers an educational experience preparing students not only for university, but for life.

Ivanhoe Grammar School offers a comprehensive educational journey for our students, designed to develop knowledgeable, capable and compassionate young people. The curriculum combines strong academic foundations with opportunities for students to explore their interests, challenge themselves and prepare for future success.
Students benefit from a broad and balanced curriculum emphasing literacy, numeracy, critical thinking, creativity and problem-solving. As students progress through the School, they have access to an extensive range of subject choices across the sciences, mathematics, humanities, languages, technology, the arts and physical education.
In Senior Years, students can choose between two internationally recognised pathways:
1. Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE)
2. International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme
This flexibility allows students to pursue a pathway, which best aligns with their strengths, learning preferences and university aspirations.
Ivanhoe's teaching philosophy is based in an explicit teaching model, focusing on knowing each student as an individual and supporting them to achieve their personal best. Teachers foster curiosity, independence and resilience through engaging, student-centred learning experiences that encourage inquiry, collaboration and critical thinking.
Learning extends beyond the classroom through experiential programs, outdoor education, leadership opportunities, service learning and a wide range of co-curricular activities, helping students develop confidence and real-world skills.
Ivanhoe Grammar School has a strong culture of wellbeing and personalised student support. The unique Ivanhoe International Academy, provides a tailored pathways for international students.

At Ivanhoe Grammar School, learning extends well beyond the classroom. Students are encouraged to explore their interests, develop new skills, and build confidence through a diverse range of co-curricular experiences that complement their academic studies.
SPORT
Students have access to more than 25 sporting and recreational activities, including AFL, basketball, cricket, soccer, netball, hockey, tennis, swimming, volleyball, water polo, athletics, snow sports, golf, kayaking and archery. As a member of the AGSV and APS competitions, Ivanhoe Grammar School provides opportunities for participation, skill development and high-level interschool competition across a wide range of sports.
MUSIC AND PERFORMING ARTS
The school has a vibrant music and performing arts culture, offering ensembles, bands, orchestras, choirs, musical productions, drama performances, and individual tuition opportunities. Students regularly showcase their talents through concerts, productions, and community events.
OUTDOOR EDUCATION
Outdoor learning is a distinctive feature of the Ivanhoe experience. Through camps, expeditions, environmental programs, and outdoor challenges, students develop independence, perseverance, teamwork, and a connection with the natural environment.
LEADERSHIP AND SERVICE
Ivanhoe Grammar School provides students with a wide range of opportunities to develop leadership skills, take responsibility, and make meaningful contributions to their community. Through student leadership positions, mentoring programs, service initiatives, and community engagement projects, students learn the importance of collaboration, integrity, and service to others.
A distinctive feature of the school's leadership program is the Ivanhoe Grammar School Cadet Unit, one of the largest and longest-running school-based cadet programs in Australia. The Cadet Program develops confidence, resilience, teamwork, self-discipline, and leadership through adventure-based activities, field exercises, navigation, first aid training, and leadership courses. Students are challenged to step outside their comfort zones, work collaboratively, and develop practical skills that prepare them for future leadership roles
INNOVATION AND ENRICHMENT
A range of academic enrichment opportunities supports students' interests beyond the curriculum, including debating, public speaking, STEM activities, competitions, clubs, and student-led initiatives that encourage creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving.

Ivanhoe Grammar School provides students with access to exceptional learning environments designed to support academic achievement, creativity, wellbeing, and personal growth. Across its campuses, students benefit from contemporary classrooms, specialist science laboratories, technology and design spaces, modern libraries, visual and performing arts facilities, and extensive outdoor learning environments.

A significant addition to the school is the Fraser Centre, a state-of-the-art learning and performing arts precinct that reflects Ivanhoe's commitment to innovation and excellence. Designed to inspire creativity, collaboration, and curiosity, the Centre incorporates flexible learning spaces, advanced technology, and outstanding performance facilities that enrich both academic and co-curricular programs.

The School is equally proud of its impressive sporting facilities, which support a culture of participation, performance, and wellbeing. Students have access to a modern indoor sports centre featuring multiple courts for basketball, netball and volleyball, as well as dedicated fitness and strength and conditioning facilities and dance studios. The school's excellent aquatic facilities include a heated, 50 metre indoor swimming pool that supports physical education, swimming instruction, squad training, and competitive swimming programs throughout the year.