Last week provided a wonderful opportunity to celebrate our Commencement Ceremonies.

Our Commencement Ceremonies are always a highlight on the school calendar. We acknowledged the outstanding achievements of the Class of 2025 and our accelerants and the high standards they have set for those who follow. Their academic success, commitment to co-curricular life and contribution to the culture of the school are something we are all proud of.

At the same time, we formally inducted our 2026 student leaders and scholarship recipients. These young people step into their roles not simply as representatives, but as exemplars of the culture of Bacchus Marsh Grammar. While we celebrate these students, all students have a role to play in the shaping of a calm, structured and high-expectation environment that supports learning and wellbeing. I congratulate all of our new leaders and look forward to working alongside them this year.

Our recent House Swimming Carnivals at both Maddingley and Woodlea were filled with energy, colour and friendly competition, but what stands out most is the way students support one another. Whether competing in events, cheering from the sidelines or simply participating with enthusiasm, our students demonstrated teamwork and House spirit. Thank you to our staff who worked so hard to organise and run these successful events, and to our families for their continued support.

This weekend we welcome many current and prospective families to the Maddingley Campus for Year 7 2027 interviews. This is an important part of our enrolment process and an opportunity to meet students and families who are considering Bacchus Marsh Grammar for the next stage of their educational journey. We look forward to these conversations and to sharing more about our vision for learning, character and opportunity.

The following weekend we will host scholarship testing, which continues to attract strong interest from across the region. These programs allow us to recognise and nurture students with a wide range of talents and aspirations, and we look forward to meeting the many young people who will take part.

Bacchus Marsh Grammar School Culture

I would like to congratulate all staff and students on a wonderful start to the year. It has certainly been a busy beginning and, while there have been many new initiatives and changes across all campuses, the way in which staff and students have embraced these developments and supported one another has been outstanding.

At the end of last year, I spoke to our community about “Our Bacchus Marsh Grammar Culture.” Our culture reflects how we are perceived, how we conduct ourselves, and who we are as a community. It encompasses our values, beliefs, practices, and norms. It includes our traditions and our language. It defines how things are done at Bacchus Marsh Grammar.

Today, I would like to highlight one particular aspect of this culture: “How We Look.”

I believe the four key pillars of our school have been exemplified exceptionally well over the past three weeks. Staff and students have demonstrated Reliability by moving promptly between classes and arriving on time. They have shown Professionalism in their approach to lessons and in the manner in which they present themselves in their uniforms. Both staff and students have been Organised, ensuring they are well prepared and structured in their work. Furthermore, our community has been Flourishing, drawing on the support of those around them and fostering a collegiate environment that benefits us all.

In recent weeks, our “Virtue in Practice” has focused on Gratitude. I encourage you to continue reinforcing this message with our students, guiding them to appreciate the many blessings in their lives, not least the opportunity to attend such an outstanding school.

In the words of Elie Wiesel:

“For me, every hour is grace. And I feel gratitude in my heart each time I can meet someone and look at his or her smile.”

Andrew Perks – Deputy Principal: Culture and Character Education

Junior School Update 

Our Junior School students have settled in well to their new classroom environments. It has been wonderful to see them building positive relationships with their teachers and forming new friendships. We hope you have enjoyed the opportunity to connect with your child’s classroom teacher and begin establishing strong partnerships to support your child’s progress this year. 

Parent–teacher interviews provide a valuable opportunity for meaningful communication between families and teachers. These conversations allow us to share insights into your child’s academic development, social growth, strengths and goals for 2026. 

Interviews will be held on March 3 and March 5. During this time, parents will have the opportunity to meet with classroom teachers to discuss student progress and future learning targets. 

Booking details have been sent via EdSmart. Please refer to the EdSmart notice for instructions on how to secure your preferred interview time. 

We encourage all families to participate, as these meetings play an important role in fostering a collaborative approach to each child’s learning journey. 

We look forward to meeting with you and working together to support your child’s continued growth. 

Melanie Morton – Assistant Principal: Head of Junior School (Maddingley) 

Sally Savic – Assistant Principal: Head of Junior School (Woodlea) 

Junior School Information Technology – Cyber Safety Focus 

In today’s digital world, even our youngest students are spending time online. Developing safe and responsible online habits begins in Junior School, and informed and engaged parents are the most powerful support children can have. 

At this age, children are still building their understanding of privacy, respectful communication, and how to respond if something makes them feel uncomfortable online. Open conversations at home are one of the most effective protective factors. 

How Parents Can Support Cyber Safety at Home 

1. Keep communication open
   Talk regularly with your child about what they are doing online. Ask what gamesthey’re playing, who they’re chatting with and what they enjoy most. Creating a safe space for discussion makes it more likely they will speak up if something goes wrong. 
2. Set clear expectations and boundaries
   Establish family rules around screen time, device use in shared spaces and which apps or platforms areappropriate. Consistency helps children understand that online behaviour is just as important as offline behaviour. 
3. Teach respectful online behaviour
   Help children understand that being kind, respectful and responsible applies online too. Discuss what to do if they see unkind behaviour or receive messages that worry them.
4. Use trusted resources
   There are excellent Australian resources available to guide families:

• The eSafety Commissioner – eSafety Parents website provides practical advice, age-specific guidance, reporting information and conversation starters to help families navigate online safety confidently. Click here for more information. 

• Inform and Empower offers accessible resources designed to help parents understand emerging apps, online trends and strategies to support safe technology use. Click here for more information

Raising Kids in a Digital World- Parent and Carers Seminar 

In the Junior School at the Bacchus Marsh Grammar Maddingley campus, we are committed to supporting student wellbeing through its cyber safety program Inform and Empower. This program builds knowledge, awareness and confidence in navigating online spaces safely. As part of this commitment, an informative Parent Information Session Raising Kids in a Digital World will be offered, providing practical guidance on current digital risks, protective strategies and how we can best stay informed and work together as a community.  

This session would be beneficial for Junior School parents and carers.  

Raising Kids in a Digital World- Parent and Carers Seminar 

When:  Thursday 26 February 2026  

Time: 7pm-9pm 

Where: Bacchus Marsh Public Hall, Main Street, Bacchus Marsh. 

These information sessions are suitable for parents and carers only and will support families to stay informed and up to date on how to help children use technology safely. 

Click here to register your interest.

Kim Richards – Teacher 

Maddingley

Prep and Prep Reception at Maddingley 

Prep and Prep Reception have had a wonderful start to their learning journey. Beginning school is an exciting milestone and with just a few butterflies, our students have embraced this new experience in the Bacchus Marsh Grammar way, with confidence and enthusiasm. 

From their very first days on campus, our Preps have settled into school life smoothly. Classrooms have been filled with curiosity, thoughtful questions and a genuine eagerness to learn. Through new experiences, early literacy and numeracy activities and opportunities to explore, create and connect, students are already developing a strong foundation and a love of learning. 

Our Prep and Prep Reception students have quickly formed friendships, learned new routines and discovered what it means to be part of the Bacchus Marsh Grammar community. With the guidance and care of our dedicated teachers, they are building important skills such as listening, sharing, problem-solving and celebrating achievements, both big and small. 

We are very grateful to all our Prep and Prep Reception families for their support during this important stage of schooling and for guiding their children as they develop independence in remembering everyday items such as hats, diaries, lunch and drink bottles. 

Prep Reception students are eagerly anticipating their first bus journey to our Staughton Vale campus and are engaging with a range of school community members each Friday. They have already met the school nurse, maintenance staff and our wonderful Deputy Principal – Mrs Morton. We look forward to continuing to build connections with our school captains, wellbeing and canteen staff, thus helping our youngest students feel safe, supported and confident as they learn and grow within our school community. 

Our students are already learning the Bacchus Marsh Grammar values and helping us build our class castles. 

The students are actively engaged in the new Prep and Prep Reception Enrichment program with opportunities to develop their skills and talents in Japanese, Robotics, Drama, Fine Motor, Creative Arts, Building and Design. 

It has been a fantastic start to our Prep and Prep Reception students’ schooling, and we are very proud of how our learners have embraced this important new chapter. We look forward to their continued growth and seeing them thrive throughout the year and beyond. 

The 2026 Prep & Prep Reception Staff Team:

Kylie McKerrow – (Head Of Year) Prep A 

Claire Dixon – Prep B 

Jodie Taniguchi – Prep C 

Kelly Connell – Prep D 

Joanna Nguyen – Prep E 

Karlisa Smy – Prep Reception 

Prep and Prep Reception Team 

Woodlea 

Woodlea Art  

It has been a creative and exciting start to the term in the Art Room! 

Year 1 students began by drawing detailed self-portraits, focusing on facial features and proportion. They explored colour theory by using an ink wash technique to create secondary colours from primary colours. Students were introduced to Paul Klee, creating imaginative continuous line drawings, and then to James Rizzi, designing colourful buildings using textas and water. Most recently, they have drawn Australian birds, exploring the contrast between warm and cool colours. 

Year 2 students also created expressive self-portraits using oil pastels and learning layering and blending techniques. They explored complementary colours through collage, focusing on positive and negative space. Students explored two-dimensional art by drawing human figures and thinking about balance, form and movement. 

It has been wonderful to see students building their creativity, confidence and artistic skills. We look forward to sharing more of their artwork throughout the term! 

Lucinda Degiorgio – Woodlea Art Teacher 

Junior Swimming Carnival 

On Friday 13 February, students from Years 3 and 4 proudly represented the Junior School at the inaugural Junior School House Swimming Carnival held at Melton Waves. 

Although the weather was slightly cooler than is typical for this time of year, the enthusiasm and competitive spirit of our swimmers more than made up for it. Students competed for their respective Houses in individual events including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly, demonstrating impressive skill, determination and sportsmanship throughout the day. The carnival concluded with an exciting whole-team relay, where students combined their efforts and showcased outstanding House spirit. 

Congratulations to Dale House for being crowned overall champions on the day. We also extend our congratulations to all students who participated and represented their Houses with pride and enthusiasm. 

George Delic – Chair of Houses (Woodlea) 

Maddingley

A New Year, A Fresh Start 

As we begin a new school year, we are all given a fresh start, new opportunities, new challenges and many chances to grow together. 

Middle School is not just about what we learn in the classroom. It’s also about building character, forming friendships and discovering what we are capable of. Every student has something unique to offer to our school community, whether it’s in academics, sport, the arts or simply by being kind and supportive to others. 

Everyone is encouraged to get involved and try new things. With events like swimming, athletics, chess, debating and so much more, there are endless opportunities at BMG. Let’s make sure we don’t let them go to waste. 

Most importantly, let’s support one another, step outside our comfort zones and make the most of everything this year has to offer. 

Let’s make 2026 a positive, memorable and successful year for everyone. 

Jaithra S – Middle School Captain 

Building Healthy Habits   

Middle School can get busy fast with homework and extracurricular activities piling up, which can lead to feeling overwhelmed or overworked. This is why having healthy and balanced habits is important.   

Not having healthy or balanced study habits may affect a person’s wellbeing. Even studying 30 minutes a day will help students understand the concept instead of cramming it up.  This will help students enjoy extracurricular activities and entertainment without feeling stressed about academics.  

Good habits will increase their minds to explore new paths and be more creative. As Bacchus Marsh Grammar students, we should branch out our ideas to create a strong community; having balanced and good habits will lead to various school values like discipline, wisdom and confidence.  

Don’t forget, little steps make a big difference overtime rather than trying to make one big change all at once  

Aarya S 8F – Wellbeing Leader 

Woodlea

Year 7 

Our Year 7 Woodlea students have embraced a dynamic and rewarding start to 2026. Within the first weeks of the school year, students have already participated in both the Staughton Vale experience and the Surf Safety Camp at Anglesea, setting a strong foundation for connection, resilience and growth. 

The Staughton Vale “Get to Know You” day was thoughtfully designed to support all Year 7 students in getting to know one another as they begin their secondary school journey. Students engaged in orienteering, team challenges and reflective activities including writing a letter to their Year 12 selves. These experiences encouraged teamwork, independence and a deeper sense of belonging within the Woodlea community. 

We are incredibly proud of the way our Year 7 cohort has represented Woodlea, embracing every opportunity with positivity and commitment. It has been a vibrant and purposeful beginning to their secondary school journey. 

“Our visit to Staughton Vale was a memorable experience because we learnt in a completely different environment. The tug of war activity showed us the importance of teamwork, communication and supporting one another. Learning about the history of Bacchus Marsh Grammar also helped us understand our school’s journey and values. Being surrounded by open space made the day enjoyable, engaging and inspiring.” 

— Rasleen 7WB 

“My favourite activity from our Staughton Vale day was the orienteering. I really enjoyed seeing how everyone worked together with respect and encouragement, meeting new people and building new friendships along the way.” 

— Jack 7WD 

“I enjoyed orienteering because we were able to be independent and confidently explore the Staughton Vale campus. I liked working as a team and showing leadership by helping new students feel welcome. Writing the letter to my Year 12 self was also a favourite activity because I think it will be a special reminder of how much we have grown.” 

— Riona 7WE 

Maddingley

Year 9 Incursion 

Early last week, the Year 9 English cohort at the Maddingley campus were visited by The Eagles Nest Theatre Co who performed an adaptation of the classical Elizabethan play Romeo and Juliet.  

The students are currently reading and studying this play in their English class and this performance was a great opportunity for the students to understand the play, the characters, dramatic features of storytelling, and the context of the text. With the live performance being held in the Auditorium of The Hive building, students were able to understand character relationships and conflicts in an immersive and interactive manner.  

Students were very engaged by the performers and, after the play was performed, students were able to ask questions of the performers to further enhance their understanding of the play. This was quite a positive experience for our students who were able to connect their learning in class with the nuances offered through theatrical features of stage performativity.  

The English staff would like to thank the students on their engagement, behaviour and positive feedback. 

Karin Kos – Head of English 

Enrichment at Woodlea

Our new enrichment program, delivered during the school day, has been a wonderful success across the Woodlea campus. It has been inspiring to see students engage in meaningful opportunities that extend their learning, ignite curiosity and nurture their individual strengths. 

Designed to support whole-person development, the program encourages students to grow, not only academically, but socially, creatively and personally. Through a range of carefully designed experiences, students are challenged to think critically, collaborate with peers, take the initiative and explore areas of passion and interest. 

What has been particularly pleasing is the enthusiasm with which students have embraced these opportunities. Classrooms and specialist spaces have been filled with energy, creativity and thoughtful discussion as learners step outside their comfort zones and discover new capabilities. 

We are proud of the strong foundation this program is building and look forward to continuing to expand enrichment opportunities across the campus. At Bacchus Marsh Grammar, we remain committed to ensuring every student is supported to flourish as confident, capable and unique individuals. 

Courtney Williams – Deputy Head of Junior School (Woodlea) 

Free Webinars – Empowering parents and carers to support teen mental health

The Black Dog Institute is offering parents and carers the opportunity to engage with a series of free webinars from March to June focusing on understanding mental health in adolescence, key strategies to support mental health, how to have supportive conversations and promoting healthy habits. 

Please find available dates and registration information below.

C’YA! Program invitation 

Bacchus Marsh Grammar is excited to offer the C’YA! (Conquering Your Anxiety) Program, which is a school-based program to support students from Years 3 to 12. The C’YA! Program, which will be offered to students in Term 2, will focus on understanding feelings of anxiety, identifying body signals and exploring strategies to assist in managing these feelings. C’YA! is a six-session program, which will be run in small groups during class time, facilitated by a staff member from the Student Wellbeing Team. 

Anxiety is a normal and natural emotion; however, anxiety can be a problem when it interferes with your child’s everyday life. Anxiety can present at school in many ways. If you have a child who is in Year 3 to 12 whose daily functioning is being impacted by their experience of anxiety and feel they would benefit from participating in this program, please register your interest by contacting a member of our Student Wellbeing Team by Wednesday 25th February.  

Maddingley Campus: Jamie Banks – banksj@bmg.vic.edu.au

Woodlea Campus: Raigan Francis – francisr@bmg.vic.edu.au 

Student Wellbeing Team 

Hockey Success 

Congratulation to Zali Ward (staff), Ruby G (12E) and Adi S (8B) on their recent sporting achievements in Hockey. 

Zali Ward, a staff member at Bacchus Marsh Grammar, has achieved a notable milestone in her hockey career with her selection in the Hockey Australia Women’s National Development Squad - the elite tier that identifies and nurtures players poised for future national team honours. Ward’s inclusion in this prestigious development squad reflects her dedication, skill and consistent performances at state and national levels. Being named in the squad not only celebrates her athletic achievements but also positions her as a promising prospect on the pathway towards full senior national team selection, bringing her closer to representing Australia on the world stage. 

Emerging hockey talent Ruby  has been named in the Hockey Victoria Under-21 squad, marking another major step forward in her representative career. Ruby’s selection into the U21 training squad reflects her consistent high-level performances across junior and state competitions and underscores her potential as one of Victoria’s exciting young prospects in the sport. The selection comes on the back of a strong progression through state teams – including representing Victoria in under-18 competitions and earning accolades for her play in national championships – and highlights her ongoing development as a midfielder with an eye for goal and a strong work ethic on the field. This achievement not only celebrates Ruby’s hard work and dedication, but also positions her on the pathway toward potential future national squad opportunities, as she continues to balance her hockey commitments with her studies and local club competition commitments in Victoria. 

In a thrilling display of skill and teamwork, Adi  has helped the Victoria U14 Girls indoor hockey team to a gold medal victory at the 2025 Hockey Australia U14 National Indoor Championships, held in Canberra in January. The national tournament – which brought together the country’s top young indoor hockey talent – saw Victoria’s U14 Girls emerge triumphant in a competitive final, showcasing strong attacking play, resolute defence and outstanding teamwork throughout the week’s matches. This achievement not only celebrates Sanders’ individual dedication and growth in the sport but also highlights the depth of talent in Victoria’s junior indoor hockey ranks as they continue to develop players ready for higher levels of representative hockey. 

Matt Harris – Head of Sport 

Individual Sporting Achievement 

We would like to congratulate Myah of 10B on her outstanding performance at the Little Athletics Regional Carnivals, held over the weekend at Corio. 

Myah began the weekend in spectacular fashion, claiming a gold medal in the Long Jump with an impressive leap of 5.30 metres. She continued her strong form by winning gold in the High Jump with a height of 1.47 metres, followed by another outstanding  1st place in the Triple Jump, recording a massive jump of 10.40 metres. 

To cap off a highly successful weekend, Myah won her heat in the 100-metre sprint and was placed second overall. 

As a result of these achievements, Myah will now progress to the State Championships in March at Lakeside Stadium. 

Tenielle Brown – Head of Faculty: Physical Education and Health (Maddingley Campus) 

VEIS Dressage Series – Round 1 

  On Saturday 8 February 2026, our equestrian riders proudly represented the school at Round 1 of the VEIS Dressage Series, held at the picturesque Boneo Park Equestrian Centre. 

Students competed across a range of levels, demonstrating dedication, composure and excellent horsemanship throughout the day. Representing BMG were: 

• Milly S (10H) – Secondary Senior Preliminary & Secondary Senior Novice 

• Jasmine C (10A) – Secondary Senior Preliminary 

• Lucy B (10H) – Secondary Senior Preliminary 

• Linda A (9G) – Secondary Intermediate Preliminary 

• Katherine T (7B) – Preparatory 

• Cailin K (7G) – Intermediate Preliminary 

• Alexandra L (5C) – Preparatory 

A huge congratulations to all riders for their courage, commitment and sportsmanship. You represented BMG with pride and professionalism. 

Special mention goes to Alexandra Low who placed 4th overall, and Lucy Behrens who finished 9th overall in their respective classes – both outstanding achievements in a strong field of competitors. 

Well done to all involved on a fantastic start to the VEIS Dressage season! 

Georgia Low – Assistant Head of Year 7 (Maddingley) 

Maddingley Campus – Public Bus Services

Students who catch the public bus services listed below will be provided with a diary label from their Head of Year, this will be granting approval to be dismissed from Period 7 class at 3.10pm. This allows enough time for those students to get to their locker and to the bus turnaround in time to catch these services.

• Holts Lane / Morrisons Drive
• Blackwood
• West Melton
  • Toolern Vale
• Kurunjang
• Camerons Road/Elms Estate
• Town Service / Swans Road / Golf Links (including connected interchange services):
  • Ballan/Hallets Way
  • Hillview
  • Bullengarook/ Stamford Hill
  • Hopetoun Park
  • Parwan
  • Glenmore /Balliang
  • Underbank

Students are not allowed to take their school bag to their Period 7 class.

Should parents have any queries, please email the School Bus Services Administrator via bus@bmg.vic.edu.au for review and response.

Maddingley 

Late Bus

Late bus 1 and 2 will operate every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoon departing the bus quay at 4.40pm sharp. 

The timetables can be found on our website. 

Students are required to sign up for the late bus by putting their names under the stop at which they wish to disembark.  The sign-up sheets will be in the main administration office; students are required to sign up prior to the end of lunch on the day of travel.  If no students sign up to a bus, the bus will be cancelled for that afternoon.   Students require their student ID card to travel on the late buses. 

The late buses are available for students in Years 5 –12 but they must be involved in an afterschool activity to travel on these buses. 

Woodlea 

Late Bus

Late bus 1 will operate every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday afternoon departing the bus quay at 4.40pm sharp. 

The timetables can be found on our website. 

Students are required to sign up for the late bus by putting their names under the stop at which they wish to disembark.  The sign-up sheets will be in the main administration office; students are required to sign up prior to the end of lunch on the day of travel.  If no students sign up to a bus, the bus will be cancelled for that afternoon.   Students require their student ID card to travel on the late buses. 

The late bus is available for students in Years 5 –12 but they must be involved in an afterschool activity to travel on this bus. 

ID Cards 

All students have been issued with a Student ID card. Students MUST use their Student ID card to tap on/off the bus.  Student ID cards are compulsory when boarding a private bus or attending school excursions/camps etc and they must always be carried. Students who board the bus repeatedly without their ID cards will receive a detention or further consequences.  

Student Permission Cards 

Students in Prep – Year 6 require a green permission tag on their bag if they are to disembark the bus and be picked up by someone other than their parent/guardian.  Students in Years 5 and 6 can disembark the bus on their own if they have a green permission tag on their bag for the driver to check.  

Student Afternoon Bus Arrangement & Permission Notices are available on Schoolbox under School Letters.  Please return Student Afternoon Bus Arrangement & Permission Notices to bus@bmg.vic.edu.au. ALL 2025 Student Permission tags have been removed from the students’ bags.  Any student requiring a permission tag for 2026 must have an updated Student Afternoon Bus Arrangement & Permission Notice completed so a 2026 green permission card can be printed and placed on their bag. 

Leanne Robertson – School Bus Services Administrator

Camps, Sports, and Excursion Fund (CSEF)  

The Camps Sports and Excursion Fund (CSEF) is provided by the Victorian Government to assist eligible families in covering the costs of school excursions, camps and sporting activities for the benefit of your child.  

The allowance is paid directly to the school by the Education Department. 

Eligible families include those holding a valid means-tested concession card such as a Centrelink Pensioner Concession Card, a Health Care Card, or those who are temporary foster parents. 

To encourage families to apply, the school will provide a rebate equivalent to the School Development Levy for families whose applications are submitted and approved by the Education Department. 

The CSEF application form can be downloaded here. The form outlines the eligibility requirements and must be submitted to the school as soon as possible and no later than 22 June 2026. 

Parents must meet the eligibility requirements by: 

• Eligibility Date: 28 January 2026 

• 2nd CRN validation date (for failed CRNs only): 20 April 2026 

Parents who received CSEF at Bacchus Marsh Grammar in 2025 do not need to submit a new application in 2026, provided there has been no change in family circumstances. 

Please note that CSEF payments apply only to the current application year and cannot be claimed retrospectively for prior years. 

Enquiries should be directed to Sharon Micallef at accountsrec@bmg.vic.edu.au 

Sharon Micallef  – Senior Finance Officer

Conveyance Allowance 

The Conveyance Allowance is a contribution towards transport costs and is not intended to cover the full cost of transporting children to and from school. 

The Conveyance Allowance may be available to students attending government or non-government schools: 

• travelling by private car, motorbike, bicycle, or bus, and 

• whose nearest school is not serviced by a free school bus provided under the School Bus Program or a free Victorian public transport service. 

Eligibility Criteria 

1. Students must reside 4.8km or more from their nearest school/campus they attend. 
2. Students must be of school age and reside in Victoria 
3. Students must be enrolled in a school for 3 or more days per week.

A student who meets the above requirements may be eligible if they: 

• attend their nearest or designated neighbourhood government school/campus appropriate to their year level, at which admission is permissible, or 

• attend their nearest appropriate non-government school/campus appropriate to their year level, at which admission is permissible, and 

• reside 4.8km or more by the shortest practicable route from the campus attended. 

Please note that a Conveyance Allowance is not available where a free bus service is available. From 1 January 2026, people aged under 18 will be able to travel for free on all Victorian public transport services. 

Eligibility will be assessed when the school completes your child’s application on the Student Conveyance Allowance System (SCAS). If approved, the allowance payable is based on the one-way distance to make the journey to and from school. 

Please note that if BMG is not your nearest school but your decision to send your children to BMG was because you felt that it was the nearest appropriate school that both respected ecumenical values but did not require your child to participate in religious instruction or religious celebration, then you may be eligible for the Conveyance Allowance (subject to other Conveyance Allowance rules), however your application must include a signed supporting letter outlining the reasons above for your decision to send your child to Bacchus Marsh Grammar. 

If you already have a Conveyance Allowance application in place and your circumstances have not changed (method of transport to and from school or home address) you will not be required to submit a new application, and your previously approved applications will automatically roll over. Please note that current applications for public transport will not roll over to 2026 as per the above changes. If you have additional children starting at the school and would like to apply for the Conveyance Allowance for them, you will need to submit a new application. 

If you have not applied for a Conveyance Allowance previously and would like to apply for the allowance in 2026, please obtain an application form from the School’s website 

New applications can be submitted throughout the school year, however, they must be submitted to the school no later than Friday 30 October 2026 otherwise parents/guardians risk their claim not being accepted. Please refer to the 2026 Business Notice for further information. 

Please direct any queries you may have to Catherine Coombridge or Kate Bridgett at conveyance@bmg.vic.edu.au 

Kerryn Browne – Risk, Compliance and Policy Manager 

Health Centre 

The Health Centre staff welcome all students back to school for what will hopefully be a healthy year. The link below is a guide to conditions that may require your child to remain at home. We suggest you familiarise yourself with this information and save it for any future needs. For any queries, the Health Centre is available at each campus.  

Click here to access the school exclusion table

Belinda Mardesic – School Nurse     

Term Dates

2026 Term Dates are published on the school’s website. 

Events Calendar

All upcoming events feature on the Schoolbox Calendar for both students and parents/guardians to view.

Uniform Shop

Uniform information and shop business hours for both the Maddingley Campus Onsite Shop and Rushfords in Werribee are listed on the school’s website.

Please note that uniforms can also be purchased by clicking here

Out of School Hours Care (OSHC) – The Y Ballarat

The Y Ballarat operates the Out of School Hours Care at Bacchus Marsh Grammar.  Enrolments are completed online. For full information please visit the School’s website.

Email: chrissie.ashmore@yballarat.org.au
Phone: 0490 178 638
Website: https://yballarat.org.au/

Regular Contacts

General School Email: school@bmg.vic.edu.au