Central Coast Grammar School in Erina Heights | Education

Central Coast Grammar School

Locality: Erina Heights

Phone: +61 2 4367 6766

Address: Arundel Road 2260 Erina Heights, NSW, Australia

Website: https://www.ccgs.nsw.edu.au/

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25.01.2022 Taking us into 2021 //The CCGS Symphony Orchestra come together to perform The Sorcerer's Apprentice Themes by Paul Dukas made popular by the animated Disney musical spectacular Fantasia. Sit back and enjoy the talents of our wonderful students!

23.01.2022 World record breaker // CCGS alumni, Charlie Hunter (2014) has been breaking world and Australian records in Arkansas over the weekend. On Saturday he competed in the ‘Distance Medley Relay’ where he ran the 800M leg. Charlie ran 1.47.65, just outside the current Australian record of 1.47.27 - AND - his team recorded the world’s fastest time ever in this event. Last night he backed it up with a fantastic individual performance to become the Australian Indoor Mile record holde...r with a time of 3.54.54. What an achievement!! Congrats to Charlie and his team.

22.01.2022 As we come to the end of Term 4 and the closing of the school year, this video and song - made 5 years ago - reminds us what an awesome school CCGS is. You'll be humming the tune all day long!

22.01.2022 CCGS alumni David Barrow (2003) is so passionate about the common good and using his education, skills and privilege to make society a better place that he made community organizing his vocation. Read David’s full story bit.ly/2TFvu0t

22.01.2022 Our wonderful Deputy Head of Junior School, Mrs Rita Boys-Smith is paddling 80kms to raise money for research into cancer. Show your SUPport by visiting the teams fundraising page https://lys-fundies.giveeasy.org/campaigns/supn-it-forward/ and follow the adventure at SUP'n it Forward. GO MRS BOYS-SMITH!!! ... #loveyoursisterfoundation #sup #payitforward

19.01.2022 The first day back at school was extra special for some of our students who took their first steps into the new cutting edge Junior School facility. With new innovative spaces across K to 12, CCGS is an exciting place to learn and play! #nextgenerationlearners #centralcoastnsw

19.01.2022 If the thought of Christmas shopping is leaving you feeling a little overwhelmed then close your eyes and listen to soothing sounds of the CCGS Senior Vocal Ensemble. This beautiful rendition of 'We Will' by Jim Papoulis is guaranteed to lift and fill your hearts. We will dream, we will hope, we will reach, we will sing!

18.01.2022 Today has been a huge day for awards and recognitions across Junior School. We caught up with Richard in Year 5 who received a very special award from ICAS Assessments for being the top speller in NSW. Well done Richard and well done to all the worthy recipients of CCGS awards this year. #ICASmedalwinner #centralcoastgrammar

18.01.2022 It's been a big week for our Year 10 students! Guest alumni shared insights into careers and lessons learnt, the Festival of Big Ideas encouraged students to reimagine solutions to community problems and 3,000 birthing kits were packed with help from @Zonta Club of Central Coast ready for shipment to Sub Saharan Africa. Great work Year 10!

18.01.2022 Former Headmaster Richard Lornie reflects on the play and recreation areas of CCGS in the early days. Did you ever swim in the pool or trek to Paul Oval for carnivals? Share your memory of your favourite CCGS play space.

18.01.2022 Today students and staff across the whole school paused for one minute to remember the service men and women who have served and continue to serve our nation. You can watch our full service at: https://youtu.be/sKLYdKtqO58 Students also made poppies to pay their respects. #WeRememberThem #remembranceday #centralcoastgrammarschool #centralcoastnsw

17.01.2022 Chambers Admin has been transformed into a Christmas Wonderland! Thanks to the incredible talents of our Technology and Creative Arts teachers we're getting into the Christmas spirit early! With giant xmas baubles, lights, candy canes, a gingerbread man and more, there's even a special mailbox for our younger students to write their messages to Santa. We're excited for the season of goodwill to begin.

17.01.2022 CCGS was founded in 1985 by a group of individuals who wanted a better education option for their children, without having to travel to Sydney. CCGS was, and still is, the answer. One of our founders, Len Chambers, explains how it all started. Learn more about our founding at https://www.ccgs.nsw.edu.au/history

13.01.2022 Exciting news// Kasey Barnes has been selected for Dance Callback! She headed to Sydney earlier this week to start filming the Callback Virtual Concert which will be streamed to schools across NSW. Leah Vitler (Accelerated Dance) was also selected as a reserve for Callback which is a wonderful achievement as well. Well done girls. We are so proud of you!

13.01.2022 High quality teaching is one of the most crucial factors in a child’s education. Former Headmaster Richard Lornie reflects on the hard working, ambitious staff CCGS has attracted from the very beginning. Share your memory of the CCGS staff member who had the most profound impact on your school life.

12.01.2022 Past parent and past Chairman of the Board, Judy Stokes, reflects on the power of discovering your skill, passion or gift through cocurricular at CCGS. What cocurricular activity have you loved the most?

12.01.2022 A longstanding tradition continues// Today marks Foundation Day and our annual coin line to raise funds for Save the Children Australia. The line stretched over 120 metres and collectively we raised almost $1500! Foundation Day recognises the anniversary of the formal approval of local council to begin building the school.... #centralcoastgrammarschool #centralcoastnsw #payitforward #savethechildren #foundationday

11.01.2022 Calling all Senior School students// This Friday 20 November it's CCGS Movember Day! Come to school with your moustache painted on, stuck on or use a photo prop. Bring a gold coin donation for Movember Australia who are working to support men's health. You can also make a donation to our CCGS Teacher Crumb Catcher and student teams.

10.01.2022 What a day for our Year 6 and Year 10 students! Year 6 were celebrated with fun water games and an explosion of colour while Year 10 took to new heights at TreeTops scaling high ropes, ziplines and obstacles. A great way to help celebrate an extraordinary school year.

09.01.2022 We have a winner, five winners to be exact! Thank you to everyone who purchased a ticket in our online raffle. We raised over $1500 for our Cambodian charities. AND HAPPY TEACHERS DAY TO ALL TEACHERS OUT THERE! #centralcoastgrammar #centralcoastnsw ... #payitforward #cambodia #ccgslife #givingback #humanitarian See more

08.01.2022 Founder Len Chambers reflects on the meaning of our school logo. Learn more about our school's history https://www.ccgs.nsw.edu.au/history

08.01.2022 It's been a year like no other. To all our students, friends, families, teachers and staff at Central Coast Grammar School, thank you for your ongoing support this year. We wish you a wonderful, safe, happy and healthy Christmas. "Christmas will always be as long as we stand heart to heart and hand to hand" - Dr. Seuss

07.01.2022 The CCGS Senior Vocal Ensemble shares their interpretation of the hymn song, Amazing Grace in a COVID safe way! Sit back and enjoy!

07.01.2022 Have you exhausted the Christmas movie list already? If the answer is yes, then check out Year 8's movie made for our Kindergarten students called 'The Naughty Elf'. The film was written, directed, filmed and edited entirely by students and we think they did a brilliantly festive job! https://youtu.be/119pW0rYCWk

06.01.2022 CCGS alumni Emily Dufton (2007) took her love of writing and let it guide her path. As a result her career has seen her meet the British Prime Minister while at The Telegraph in London, score loads of freebies as a lifestyle journalist and now she’s finding creative ways to make conservation and science cool for the masses. Read Emily’s full story bit.ly/3nx5tgW

06.01.2022 YEAR 12 // All our best wishes to the Class of 2020, who started their HSC exams today. We know you are well prepared and ready. You've got this! #Classof2020 #yougotthis #hsc2020 #centralcoastgrammar #centralcoastnsw

05.01.2022 Are you looking for some inspiration in the kitchen this school holidays? Then look no further. We are excited to share with you the CCGS Community Cookbook created by Year 9 students as part of Project LIFT. With scrumptious recipes like blueberry tart, lentil curry and Vietnamese beef noodles there's guaranteed a recipe to tantalise everyone's taste buds! ... You can access the Cookbook online at https://ccgscommunitycookbook.weebly.com/recipes.html

04.01.2022 The CCGS community is renowned for its family spirit and willingness to lend a hand. Past parent and past Chairman of the Board, Judy Stokes, reflects on early days clearing bush and building a grandstand. Do you remember your family helping at working bees or Spring Fairs?

04.01.2022 Getting into the Christmas Spirit // Kindy have been posting their letters to Santa today. On their lists - a real unicorn, a lion (also real), a drone, a toy snake and a box of chocolates. May all your wishes come true!

03.01.2022 Congratulations to Year 8 student Ava Simos who has qualified to compete in the Australian Athletics Championships next year. Ava came home last week with a bronze medal in the 90m and 200m hurdles at the NSW All Schools Athletics comp. Congrats to Ava and to all our athletes who took part - particularly as much of the athletics season has been cancelled this year.

03.01.2022 The CCGS grounds are bursting with life. There is so much happening around the school during the holidays. Refurbishments, LED fittings, finishing touches to the Junior School, and the start of construction for our new Senior College. We can't wait to show you all.

03.01.2022 Congratulations to all our Year 12 students on your fantastic HSC results! CCGS ranked 83rd in the top 150 NSW schools and 60% of students were recognised on the NESA Distinguished Achievers list. Special congratulations to Katelyn Williams - Dux of the school for 2020 who was also honoured on the Top Achievers list for Society and Culture.... You can read full details here: https://bit.ly/37z21NT

03.01.2022 A new beginning// It's been a rewarding week for our Year 7 students as they start their journey into Senior School. We've focused on friendships, resilience and learning that it's ok to make mistakes. It's what we do next that matters. A great start to a new school year!

03.01.2022 CCGS operated from Avoca Beach for its first two days while the finishing touches were completed on the campus. Former Headmaster Richard Lornie reflects on the Avoca days. Were you there at Avoca? Today is our 35th Foundation Day and we'd love you to share your memory from the very first days of CCGS.

02.01.2022 And the House winner is...... Congratulations Grevillea for winning the 2020 Champion House and Acacia for winning the 2020 House Spirit Cup. A huge thank you to all students for their participation in the House competitions. Your contributions to your House do not go unnoticed. We are proud of you all!

01.01.2022 CCGS alumni Alison Taylor (2002) has combined her expert knowledge in the area of exercise and sports science with her personal experiences in becoming a mother to launch Healthy Bumps. Read Alison’s full story bit.ly/38Njcfw

01.01.2022 School leaders take you behind the scenes// Meet Head Prefects Jack and Olivia and see the school from their eyes.

01.01.2022 What a great way to finish off the Year 11 HSC Study Week ! A trip to TreeTops Adventure park. Exploring the tree canopy from a great height and bouncing around in net world. They've learnt to challenge themselves, support and help each other and boost their self confidence. #centralcoastgrammar #centralcoastnsw ... #treetopsadventure #hscstudycamp See more