Events

  1. ACER Scholarship Tests – Registration Deadline

    4 February @ 8:00 am - 11:30 pm AEDT
  2. 2026 Scholarships & Busaries Closing Date

    30 March @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm AEDT

News

  • Extended Deadline for ACER Scholarship Test Registrations

    The registration deadline for the ACER Academic Scholarship Test has been extended. All students considering applying for an Academic Scholarship at Snowy Mountains Grammar School must complete the ACER Scholarship Test, which can be taken either at Snowy Mountains Grammar School or at other ACER testing locations. New Registration Deadline: Tuesday 4 February 2025 Test […]
  • ACER Scholarship Test Registrations – Closing Soon!

    Are you considering applying for a 2026 Academic Scholarship at Snowy Mountains Grammar School?   All Academic Scholarship applicants must sit the ACER Scholarship Test either at SMGS or at another testing location.   ACER Scholarship Test registrations are now open and close at midnight AEDST on Sunday 2 February 2025.   The ACER Scholarship […]
  • Scholarships and Bursaries for 2026 enrolment are now open

    Calling all Year 7-11 students! The Snowy Mountains Grammar School Scholarship and Bursary Program is now open for online applications. Our program is designed for students who are passionate about joining our learning community and are committed to making a significant contribution to the life of the school. Scholarships Snowy Mountains Grammar School offers a […]

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Avalanche Skills Training: Outdoor Education Meets Career Preparation

This term, students participated in two separate Avalanche Skills Training Level 1 (AST1) courses, each designed with distinct objectives. Both sessions provided valuable skills for safety in the back country, but the outcomes were tailored to different student groups.  Stage 5 Outdoor Education—Preparing for the Back Country  Organised by Miss Mariah Dhar, Stage 5 Outdoor [...]

Reading Together: Strengthening Bonds and Skills

Reading to children in their early years is a fundamental activity that significantly impacts their overall development. This simple yet powerful practice is vital for expanding vocabulary and enhancing language skills, laying the foundation for future academic success and effective communication.  From the moment children are born, they begin absorbing language from their surroundings. Reading [...]

Student Story – Gabi Forman, Musician

We are pleased to introduce Gabi, one of 27 students selected for this year’s CMAA Academy of Country Music Junior Class. As a student at Snowy Mountains Grammar School (SMGS), Gabi has received strong support from her teachers and the school’s music and drama program, which has helped build her confidence and stage presence. Though [...]

Cleared for Takeoff: SMGS Students Achieve First Solo Flights

Amid their academic studies, snowsports and school productions, our students continue to pursue their passions and embrace the exciting opportunities available at Snowy Mountains Grammar School.  So far this year, our aviation program has seen two students achieve a significant milestone—completing their first solo flight before even obtaining their P plates! Congratulations to Morgan in [...]

Announcing the Snowy Mountains Grammar School Curiosity Centre Art Prize

We are excited to launch the Snowy Mountains Grammar School Curiosity Centre Art Prize, a special event marking the opening of our innovative new learning space. This year’s theme, Rivers and Waterways – Exploring the Landscape, Flora, and Fauna of Our Local Waterways, invites artists to capture the beauty and diversity of our region’s environment. Theme: “Rivers [...]

Join Us for MAVEN – A Short Documentary and Kiandra House Fundraiser

We invite you to join us for the Kiandra House Fundraiser featuring MAVEN, a short documentary directed by Divya Gordon. Set in the breathtaking landscape of Kosciuszko National Park, MAVEN takes you on a journey through the Main Range in NSW, Australia. The film showcases athlete Chess Smee and members of an adventurous alpine community [...]

Exploring Real-World Learning Through Podcasting: SMGS Digital Media Class Launches ‘Welcome Back’ Podcast

Snowy Mountains Grammar School's (SMGS) Year 9/10 Digital Media class is thrilled to announce the launch of their new podcast, "Welcome Back—Conversations with our Alumni." This project offers students hands-on experience in storytelling, podcast production, and digital media while reconnecting with alumni. The podcast is a shining example of SMGS's commitment to exploring, evaluating, and [...]

Student Story – Lachlan Knight, Qantas Work Experience Q & A

Can you describe the work experience and what your role was? My work experience was with Qantas and I was learning about the different aspects of the airline. My week was spent in different areas of Qantas, from the headquarters to the runway. How were you chosen for the work experience? What was the process? [...]

Student Story – Olivia Wheeler, Boarding Captain

Can you share a memorable experience or event that highlights the sense of community within the Boarding House?  My most memorable moment in the Boarding House, which really showed how much of a community we are, was in Year 11. It was my first year in the Boarding House and we did an outdoor music [...]

Student Story – Hamish Shumack

Photos: Wendy McDougall  What inspired you to start sheep shearing, and how did you get involved in this activity?  Growing up on a sheep farm, shearing time was always my favourite time of year as I could work with good people, work dogs and sheep. This inspired me to want to take up shearing.  Can [...]