The Geelong College – Senior School is a leading day and boarding school founded in 1861, situated on two campuses in central Geelong, southwest of Melbourne. With strong ties to the coastal and rural areas, the College offers a Uniting Church coeducational environment for approximately 1,500 students aged three to eighteen, including 100 boarders. The institution prides itself on providing an inspiring education where students are encouraged to learn how to learn, be innovative, and aspire to futures that utilize their diverse skills and abilities.
Emphasizing the importance of personal development, The Geelong College aims to prepare students to positively contribute to society by fostering respect, academic excellence, emotional intelligence, physical well-being, social skills, and spiritual growth. The institution’s philosophy, encapsulated in the motto “Sic itur ad astra” (this is the way to the stars), encourages students to embody courage in their actions, thoughts, and words. Through a range of learning experiences, students are instilled with a strong work ethic, values, and the confidence to navigate challenges and opportunities in their academic and personal lives.
With a rich history dating back to 1861, The Geelong College – Senior School continues to uphold its traditions while embracing innovation and growth. The College’s coat of arms, featuring symbols such as the ‘Pegasus’ crest, an open book, the Burning Bush, a claymore, and the Southern Cross, reflects its Scottish heritage, Reformed Church faith, and Australian identity. Committed to delivering a holistic education that prepares students for a successful and fulfilling future, The Geelong College remains dedicated to its mission of inspiring students to reach for the stars and make a positive impact on the world.
