OPEN DAY
FRIDAY 31 JULY 2026, 4 PM TO 8 PM
A new era for Girls Grammar
It is a pleasure to welcome you to Brisbane Girls Grammar School’s Open Day to learn more about our tradition of educating girls and young women, for over 150 years, to lead lives enriched by learning.
This year marks a significant milestone, as our new Junior School joins the Open Day program for the first time. Opened in January for students in Years 5 and 6, it extends a Girls Grammar education into the primary years, with thoughtfully designed learning environments that nurture curiosity, imagination and intellectual confidence.
Across all Year levels, the Girls Grammar ethos is clear. Our broad, liberal approach to education encourages students to think critically, act with integrity and engage meaningfully with the world. This philosophy is reflected not only in our consistently strong academic results, but also in the breadth of our co-curricular and service programs.
Supported by expert teachers and a connected community, Girls Grammar students are encouraged to pursue their passions with purpose and determination, guided by our motto, Nil sine labore—nothing without effort. In this environment, young women develop confidence and resilience, equipping them to lead lives of purpose, contribution and fulfillment.
We hope you enjoy Open Day and the opportunity to meet our students, staff and community, and to experience the strength and spirit of Girls Grammar.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY
Ms Jacinda Euler Welsh Principal
In the spirit of reconciliation, Brisbane Girls Grammar School acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands on which our campuses stand, the Turrbal, Jagera and Kabi Kabi Peoples, and all Indigenous people in our School community. We honour and respect their Elders past and present, and recognise that these lands have always been places of teaching and learning. We are grateful for thousands of generations of
Program
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Information for incoming 2027 families
Suggested highlights for 2027 Years 5 and 7 students
Meals and refreshments
Stop
Displays and activities
DEPARTMENT LOCATION
CURRICULUM
Drama
English
Health and Physical Education
Humanities
International Studies
Marrapatta Memorial Outdoor Education
Mathematics
Music
Science
• Years 7 to 9 Science (K4.04)
• Senior Science (K4.03)
• Room of Celestial Wonder (K4.01)
▫ Astrophotography competition
▫ Land the Lander activity
▫ BGGS US Space Trip
Sport
• Rowing interactive display 5.30 pm to 6.30 pm (Mezzanine Level)
Technologies
• Earring and bookmark making
• Code breaking and prizes
Visual Art
• Student art exhibition
• Obluetaration room
• Creative chill space
SERVICE
Cambodia Immersion: Raffle
Doctors Without Borders
GECO and Precious Plastics: Small potted plants, badges and keyrings for sale
CLC, Level 3, Room A3.07
C Block, Level 3
Sports Centre
RLC, Levels 2 and 3
C Block, Level 4
Sports Centre
E Block, Level 3
CLC, Level 2
SLC, Level 4
Sports Centre
CLC, Level 5
CLC, Level 6
CLC, Level 3
CLC, Level 3
CLC, Level 3
Kirsten Jack Memorial Leukaemia Committee: Rocky Road and face painting CLC, Level 3
Net Zero Heroes: Carbon footprint challenge, pledge tree and action wall
CLC, Level 3
Save the Children: Raffle CLC, Level 3
Second Chance Committee CLC, Level 3
Uralla Club
CLC, Level 3
CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES
Anime Club: Colouring in
Calligraphy Club: Personalised bookmarks
Chess and Games Club
Digital Photography Club
Duke of Edinburgh's International Award
Libellum Society: Colouring in
Textile Innovation Club
OTHER
C Block, Level 3
C Block, Level 3
C Block, Level 3
CLC, Level 5, 502
Sports Centre
RLC, Level 1
C Block, Level 3
Old Girls Association: Memorabilia and a welcome gift for incoming students Behind Main Building
Floreamus Centre
C Block, Level 3
The Mittelheuser Museum Main Building
Library: House bookmarks and ‘suggest a book’ box RLC, Level 1
Open Day Recycling Tips
From the Grammar Environmental and Conservation Organisation (GECO Group):
• Containers for Change bins are available for eligible drink bottles
• Drop off bottle caps to the GECO Stall (CLC, Level 3) to be recycled through our Precious Plastics initiative
• Drop your program into paper recycling bins on exit
• Co-Curricular displays from Sport, Clubs and Activities
• Years 5 and 6 Lolly and Card stand supporting 86K for a Cure
Inspired Learning in Years 5 and 6
Girls Grammar offers a thoughtfully designed primary school experience for Years 5 and 6, with dedicated academic, co-curricular and pastoral care models that nurture each girl’s development. In a learning environment that inspires curiosity and wonder, students enjoy the breadth of opportunities that define a BGGS education, continuing seamlessly through to Year 12.
• Year 6 Classroom displays: Meet our Year 6 teachers Level 1
• Year 5 Classroom displays: Meet our Year 5 teachers
• Year 5 2027 incoming students welcome
• Science: Microscopes, electrical circuits, space models, light demonstrations and leaf insects
• Technologies: Makey Makey and Computer Science demonstrations, Lego AI introduction
• Art: Student art show
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Note emergency evacuation point on back
CREATIVE LEARNING CENTRE (CLC)
McCRAE GRASSIE SPORTS CENTRE (SC)
GEHRMANN THEATRE
RESEARCHLEARNING CENTRE(RLC)
JUNIOR SCHOOL
SCIENCE LEARNING CENTRE (SLC)
POOL LAWN
POOL VIEWING DECK
STAGE LAWN
MAIN BUILDING