To pursue excellence is to embrace the possibilities of ‘better’
How can I improve?
Is there a better way to achieve my purpose?
Is there a better solution?
A culture of pursuing excellence
Nil Sine Labore – Nothing Without Work
Brisbane Grammar School has pursued excellence in education for more than 150 years. Entrenched as the leading school for boys in Queensland, BGS continues to improve. Balancing history with innovation, the School has been relentlessly In Pursuit of Excellence since 1868.
In Pursuit of Excellence goes to the core values of the BGS culture, which guides how we create educational experiences, support our boys, and deliver the service our parents expect.
This pursuit of excellence is represented in the School's academic outcomes, cocurricular engagement and commitment to student wellbeing. Graduates continue their pursuit of excellence in their university studies and careers.
Each boy is encouraged to pursue excellence and is provided with an environment where he can thrive.
Alumni pursue excellence in all stages of their career.
Nothing without work.
How do you measure excellence?
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50% of graduates in the state's top 4.7%
62% in the state’s top 25%
Graduates pursue their excellence in diverse fields
100% tertiary eligibility
Excellent facilities and more than 400 hours of additional academic support for boarders
Innovative teaching pedagogy studies validated by The University of Melbourne
Academic staff receive 2 hours of weekly development on average
24 dimensions used to identify, track and support wellbeing to ensure boys are supported and happy
95% involvement in two or more pursuits across Sport, Music, Drama, Clubs and Activities
Generations of pursuing excellence
Brisbane Grammar School fosters a community of lifelong learners and provides the best start in life for the thinkers and leaders of tomorrow. We are proud of our community members who continue to pursue excellence. Click below to read more.
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