Creative Minds Co-Curricular Groups are designed to spark innovation, imagination, and problem-solving in students. Whether through design thinking, entrepreneurial projects, or collaborative brainstorming, these groups encourage students to think outside the box and approach challenges with fresh perspectives. By engaging in cross-disciplinary activities, students develop critical skills in creativity, communication, and leadership, preparing them to drive positive change in any field. Join Creative Minds to explore new ideas, push boundaries, and unlock your full creative potential.
CHESS
CHESS
- Grammar Chess gives students from Years 1 -12 the opportunity to improve their skills as part of a weekly chess club.
- Gardiner Chess support our chess program both during and after school.
- Grammar competes in a variety of interschool tournaments (both individual and team)
CRAFTERNOONS
CRAFTERNOONS
- Secondary students have the chance to engage in a craft of their choice.
- Participants will learn new skills and connect with other like-minded students.
- Projects often support charities and other school events.
DA VINCI DECATHLON
DA VINCI DECATHLON
- Grammar are active participants in the Da Vinci Decathlon.
- This is an amazing competition across ten disciplines and is designed to challenge those students who excel academically.
- Teams compete regionally, statewide and nationally.
- Grammar annually host the Queensland Regional Championships.
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ENTREPRENEURS CLUB
ENTREPRENEURS CLUB
- Provides opportunities for enterprising students to develop and showcase their talents to create a variety of business ventures.
- Students enter external competitions such as Generation Innovation and the Mayor’s Telstra Innovation Award.
- Students also have the opportunity to run their own micro businesses at school events.
ETHICS OLYMPIAD
ETHICS OLYMPIAD
- Students work collaboratively to establish ethical responses to challenging local and international issues.
- Grammar enters teams across a variety of year levels in a nationwide competition.
FRENCH CONNECTIONS
FRENCH CONNECTIONS
- French Connections gives students the opportunity to extend their use of language and French culture beyond the classroom.
- Conversation club, tutorials, international projects, competitions, tours, exchanges, celebrations are just some of the immersive offerings.
JAPAN CLUB
JAPAN CLUB
- Students meet weekly to extend their knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture and language.
- The Japan Club also promotes Japanese culture to the wider school community.
MODEL UN
MODEL UN
- Model UN provides students with opportunities to learn about current world issues, diplomacy and international relations.
- Students roleplay delegates to the United Nations developing their public speaking and negotiation skills.
PRESS CLUB
PRESS CLUB
Press club is a student led initiative supporting the school’s programs.
The club provides a quick and efficient garment printing service.
Funds raised are used to support Grammar Helping Hands.
READERS CUP
READERS CUP
- Students from each year level (Year 6-10) are selected to represent Grammar in the Readers Cup competition.
- Students are asked questions based on a series of nominated book readings.
- This is a wonderful program for those who are passionate about reading.
THE OFFCUT CLUB
THE OFFCUT CLUB
In this program students investigate how offcuts and surplus materials can be repurposed and then plan, design and construct projects.
Students learn how to use various machinery and finished projects are then donated to various charities.