Our inclusive home away from home
Since its foundation in 1881, Caulfield Grammar School is a boarding school dedicated to providing rural and international students with access to our innovative learning programs.
Caulfield Campus offers a boarding experience for Years 9 to 12 girls and boys, allowing siblings to board at the same school. We are conveniently located the closest to Melbourne’s Central Business District (CBD) of all Associated Public School (APS) boarding options.
Modern boarding accommodation
Morcom House has a country heart, nestled in a school that is highly regarded for offering a thriving learning environment. We support students to develop a ‘Mind for life’ and feel empowered, deeply engaged and encouraged to follow whatever path they choose.
Our boarding house provides modern accommodation and facilities for students. Rooms are designed to complement the demands of the learning program with a variety of configurations from single-bed to four-bed options. All Year 12 students are accommodated in single-bed rooms. Girls and boys share recreational and dining facilities, but are accommodated in separate boarding houses.
Outstanding facilities
Boarders have access to the school’s extensive and outstanding facilities, including the library, tennis courts, swimming pool, gymnasium, basketball courts and games room.
Located just eight kilometres from Melbourne’s city centre and well serviced by public transport, students enjoy convenient access to all the attractions of Australia’s ‘most liveable city’.
Academic and co-curricular programs
Boarding students gain access to one of Australia’s most innovative schools, with an emphasis on specialist teachers and coaches, and a broad range of learning experiences that prepare learners to anticipate their future directions with confidence, courage and capability.
Caulfield Grammar School places great importance on students achieving their academic potential and in fostering a strong sense of personal responsibility. Students can choose from an extensive list of learning programs taught by specialist teachers, along with co-curricular activities such as music, theatre, visual arts, dance, sport, community service and various leadership programs. Teachers also offer after-hours tutoring for students in the boarding house. Boarding supervisors, the majority of whom are members of the teaching staff, provide excellent support with study, supervision and role modelling for boarders. Boarding house staff offer careful guidance in student social activities, meals and study routines.
Teachers offer after-hours tutoring for students in the boarding house. Boarding supervisors, the majority of whom are members of the teaching staff, provide excellent support with study, supervision and role modelling for boarders. Boarding house staff offer careful guidance in student social activities, meals and study routines.
Our welcoming community
Strong family engagement and involvement, including family and boarder orientation programs, are nurtured by our passionate and passionate and dedicated Boarding team. Our community spirit is something we are very proud of.
Wellbeing at our core
Our pastoral care program is designed to meet the physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual needs of students. It is a key element of our student-centred approach to education.
Our students developed their own set of behaviours for our school values, which are pursuing excellence, inspiring creativity, thriving together, embracing diversity and living wholeheartedly.
Our boarding students are a highly valued and integral part of our school. As a testament to the high level of support and care they receive, students consistently achieve strong VCE results. Their involvement in a wide range of school activities is rewarding for them and recognised as a valuable contribution to the life of the school.
To contact our Boarding team for a conversation or to book a tour, please call us on (03) 9524 6333 or email admissions@caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au. To view regional boarding tour dates and destinations, please visit caulfieldgs.vic.edu.au/visit-us
