The Hills Grammar School
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| Motto | “Strive for Excellence' |
| Established | 1983 |
| Type | Independent non-sectarian co-educational primary and secondary school |
| Principal | Robert J. Phipps |
| Students | 1200 |
| Grades | K–12 |
| Location | Kenthurst, NSW Australia |
| Campus | 45 acres |
| Website | /http://www.hillsgrammar.com.au |
The Hills Grammar School is a non-sectarian school located in Kenthurst in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
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[edit] Foundation
It was founded in 1982 as an independent non-selective, co-educational and non-denominational Kindergarten to Year 12 school. The founder, Ross Booth, worked tirelessly to enlist support for the establishment of the school and in 1982 the Founding Council was formed. The site was found and a number of prospective parents stood guarantor to the bank loan which purchased the land.[citation needed]
In 1983, with 163 Foundation students enrolled from Kindergarten to Year 9 and with 14 academic staff, the school opened its doors. The first Principal (appointed from Geelong College) was Mr Michael van Heeswyk. The school has since grown with approximately 1,200 students.
The school is located amongst natural bushland on the side of a gully and offers a unique bushland learning environment.
[edit] School Motto
The schools school motto is the phrase, "Strive for Excellence" ”.
[edit] Mission Statement
“The mission of the School is to provide a supportive, co-educational Learning enviroment where each student is encouraged to strive for excellence in scholarships, personal works and life.
[edit] Notable Alumni
- Kelvin Saekow, Class of 06
- Delta Goodrem
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