Year 7, 2027
Welcome Year 7, 2027 Families
Welcome to Year 7, 2027, we are excited for the new journey we are all about to embark upon. This is an incredibly significant time for your child as they finish their final terms of primary school and prepare to transition to secondary education. We are here to ensure that this transition is as smooth and welcoming as possible.
To support you and your child during this exciting time, we have planned several events designed to help you and your child get acquainted with Secondary School at Guildford Grammar, meet fellow students and parents, and start forming the strong bonds that will carry us through the coming years together.
Please take a moment to mark your calendars with the important dates and register your attendance where necessary. All information, and updates will be made as they become available.
Information is sent separately to families depending on year group. If you have children in other year groups enrolled at Guildford Grammar in 2027, you will receive all relevant details in due course.
Upcoming Events
Parent Information Evening
Date: 19 August 2026
Time: 6.00 – 7.30pm
Location: David Lawe Davies Centre (DLD)
Tea and coffee provided
Register here for Parent Information Night
Event Information
Parents/Guardians are invited to attend an information session, an essential event designed to provide you with all the information you need as your child transitions to the Senior School. During this session, you will learn about our school’s philosophy, curriculum, and the support services available to students and families. We will cover key topics such as the academic program, extracurricular opportunities, our approach to student wellbeing, IT, and the various resources available to help your child succeed. This is also a wonderful opportunity to meet our dedicated staff, ask any questions you may have, and connect with other parents. Boarding families who are unable to make this evening with be provided with a recording of the information. This event is not for students or siblings.
Academic Assessment Services Testing
Compulsory Student Event
Date: 19 September 2026
Time: 8.25am – 1.00pm
Location: Thwaites Centre Courtyard
What to bring: Students to bring a blue or black pen, recess and any medications required.
Register Here – for AAS Testing and Step Up Day
Event InformationAs part of the transition process, all incoming students must sit for compulsory baseline testing. This essential step helps us understand your child’s current academic level across key subjects. The baseline testing ensures that we can tailor our teaching approaches to meet each student’s individual needs, set appropriate goals, and monitor progress effectively throughout their time at Guildford Grammar. The tests are structured to be non-stressful and informative, providing valuable insights that support your child’s educational journey. A home-test option is available for our regional families.
Boarders’ Orientation Weekend
Boarders Only
Date: Sunday 15 – Monday 16 November 2026
Location: Boarding House
Further details provided closer to time.
Event Information
Students who are joining our boarding community have the opportunity to attend a sleepover during our Boarders’ Orientation Weekend. This event allows new boarders to experience life in our Boarding House firsthand, supported by existing boarders who will share their experiences and highlight the many positives of boarding life. It’s a great chance for new students to settle in, make new friends, and feel more comfortable in their new environment. Boarders will stay overnight on the Sunday and be taken to Step Up Day on the Monday.
Step Up Day- Student Orientation
Compulsory Student Event
Date: 16 November 2026
Time: 8.25am – 3.15pm
Location: Thwaites Centre Courtyard
Register Here – for AAS Testing and Step Up Day
Event Information
Students
Step Up Day is an exciting day where all Year 7 students (day and boarding) engage in a variety of activities aimed at introducing them to their cohort and House in a fun, informal setting. This event helps students get to know one another, build friendships, and feel more at ease as they transition to secondary school.
Parents
Parents are invited to stay for the morning to attend a special presentation by guest presenter Claire Eaton from ‘Hello High School’, a well-renowned tween expert, coach, and author. Claire will share some fabulous tips for parents who are supporting their children’s move into a new school or environment. Following the presentation, parents are welcome to join us for morning tea.
Boarders Move In and Welcome BBQ
Boarders Only
Date: 24 January 2027
Time: 3.00pm onwards
Location: Boarding House
Further details provided closer to time.
Event Information
All boarding students from Years 7-12 will move in on this day.
We warmly invite boarding parents and students to join us for the Welcome BBQ, a wonderful opportunity to connect with one another and celebrate our vibrant boarding community.
Term 1 Commences
Years 7 and 12 only
Date: 25 January 2027
Time: 8.25am – 3.30pm
Location: Thwaites Centre Courtyard
Event Information
Students
The first day of Year 7 is a special occasion at Guildford Grammar, designed to help our Year 7 students ease into the school year with confidence. Year 7 students will share the senior campus with only the Year 12 students, allowing them to explore and become familiar with their new surroundings without the hustle and bustle of the full student body.
While students in Years 7 and 12 will commence school on this day, boarding students in Years 8-11 will have a special social program planned as they commence school on Wednesday 29 January.
Parents
At Guildford Grammar, Chapel services mark two of the most significant moments in a student’s journey. At the beginning of their time at the School, Year 7 students will participate in a special Chapel Service where they process into the Chapel, symbolising the start of their new chapter at the School. This momentous occasion sets the stage for their years of growth and learning. At the end of their journey, as Year 12 students, they will take part in the Valedictory Service, processing out of the Chapel as they conclude their schooling. This Service celebrates their achievements and reflections, bringing their school journey to a meaningful close as they become a treasured Old Guildfordian. Both services are deeply cherished traditions that unite our students and families in celebration and reflection.
We warmly invite all parents to join us for these poignant services. Your presence will add to the joy and significance of these milestones as we come together to support and celebrate our students at the start of their journey at the School.
Transition Week
Date: Monday 25 and Wednesday 27 to Friday 29 January 2027
Time: 8.25am – 3.30pm
Transition Week is a dedicated period at Guildford Grammar to help our Year 7 students acclimatise to their new school environment. Throughout this week, activities and tours led by staff and Peer Support Leaders will ensure that the Year 7 students feel comfortable and welcome. Transition Week is filled with excitement, new friendships, and the beginning of many great adventures ahead, setting a positive tone for the school year.
P&F Welcome Sundowner
Parent only event
Date: 5 February 2027
Time: 6.00pm – 8.00pm
Location: Chapel Lawn
Event Information
Hosted by the Parents and Friends’ Society, the P&F Welcome Sundowner is a casual and enjoyable event to start the school year. This is a fantastic opportunity for parents to socialise, meet other families across different year groups, and connect with our dedicated staff. Enjoy a relaxed evening with light refreshments, great conversation, and a warm community spirit. It’s the perfect way to start the school year, build new friendships, and become part of the vibrant Guildford Grammar community.
Year 7 Breakfast and Meet the Mentor
Parent and student event
Date: 25 February 2027
Time: 7.45am-9.50am
More details will be provided closer to the date.
Event Information
Year 7 Breakfast is a great way to connect with other families, learn more about the Year 7 experience, and establish a strong foundation for the school year. This event provides another wonderful opportunity for parents to meet their child’s Mentor in both a group and one-on-one basis and delve into the specifics of life in Year 7.
Outdoor Learning Program (OLP)
Date: 21 June – 25 June 2027
More details will be provided closer to the date.
Event Information
The Year 7 Camp, held in Term 2, is a key milestone in the transition to secondary school. This immersive experience offers students the chance to strengthen existing friendships, forge new ones, and reflect on their journey so far. Through a range of engaging activities and team-building exercises, students will deepen their connections with classmates and build a solid foundation for moving into Year 8. Our OLP is not only a fun and memorable adventure but also an important opportunity for personal growth and community building as students prepare for the next stage of their Guildford Grammar journey.
Other Information
As part of our commitment to providing an engaging and future-focused learning environment, Guildford Grammar School provides every student from Years 3–12 with a school-issued device through our School Provided Technology Program (SPTP). This program ensures that all students have access to a reliable, secure, and fully supported device that enhances learning both in and beyond the classroom. By supplying devices through the School, we can provide consistent access to digital learning tools, enhanced cybersecurity, and comprehensive technical support.
To prepare for the start of the 2027 school year, families will be invited to attend an SPTP Information and Device Collection Session, where you’ll learn about device management, care, and setup, and your child will receive their device and school login details. We’ll provide this information later in 2026.
For more information, please visit our dedicated School Provided Technology Program information page.
Information regarding what subjects are on offer for Year 7 and how to make your subject selections will be emailed out to families in mid-late August.
New student uniform fittings are available with the Clothing Shop by appointment throughout December 2026, and January 2027.