Sydney Grammar School St Ives Prep is a unique place which caters especially for lively boys who are intellectually curious, creative and display an enthusiasm for learning. Its aim is to provide a learning environment that is both rich and challenging and encourages independence and deep thinking. It seeks to build a culture where learning is held in high regard and doing your best is rewarded.
Even though the facilities at St Ives are outstanding with spacious grounds and large open classrooms, the focus is on building connections between people. The school’s teachers know their boys well and seek to give them the opportunity to blossom intellectually, socially and emotionally. This community thrives on a culture of mutual respect as staff seek to educate the heart and mind. The school wants the boys to grow up into creative, intuitive and sensitive young men.
St Ives boys lead very busy and productive school lives. They participate in a variety of programs including Music, Science, Drama, Debating, Visual Arts, Languages, Chess and of course, Sport. The swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts are in constant use as are the two main ovals for Cricket, Rugby and Football.
Grammar was founded with the one aim in mind – the preparation of talented boys for advanced study, ultimately university.