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'''Northholm Grammar School''' is an ] ] ] ] and ] ], located in ].
'''Northholm Grammar School''' is located in ], ], ]. Although the school is geographically located in Fiddletown, Northholm uses the adjacent suburb of ] for its postal address as 'Arcadia' is deemed to be a far classier name than 'Fiddletown'. However, the two suburbs are in such close proximity to each other that this apparent lapse of geographic knowledge on Northholm's part is largely ignored.


The school was established in 1983 and is situated on 10 hectares. It currently serves students from Kindergarten to Year 12.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/location-facilities/|title=Location & Facilities|website=Northholm Grammar School|language=en-US|access-date=2020-03-05}}</ref>
The school is very young, having been established in ] and celebrating 20 years of operation in 2003, an event which Northholm highlighted by 'Back to Northholm' day, where current and past students were asked to attend the school and participate in numerous activities.

In March 2019, Mr Christopher Bradbury was commissioned as the fifth and current Principal of Northholm Grammar School.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/arcadian/|title=Northholm Grammar School|website=Northholm Grammar School|language=en-US|access-date=2020-03-05}}</ref>


==Education Philosophy== ==Education Philosophy==
Northholm Grammar's flexible academic curriculum is combined with Christian values.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/our-history/|title=Our History|website=Northholm Grammar School|language=en-US|access-date=2020-03-05}}</ref> The school is non-selective, with a Liberal Arts (liberating the student to be an independent thinker) foundation.<ref>Northholm Grammar School Prospectus 2019, page 11</ref> The Junior School (Kindergarten to Year 6) curriculum has been designed with the two core elements of "Units of Enquiry" and "Subject-specific Learning Experiences"<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/junior-school/curriculum/|title=Junior School Curriculum|website=Northholm Grammar School|language=en-US|access-date=2020-03-05}}</ref> within the guidelines of the national curriculum, the ]. The Senior School (Years 7 to 12) curriculum features a broad range of subjects within the requirements of the NSW Board of Studies that allow students to tailor their studies.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/senior-school/years8-12/|title=Years 8–12|website=Northholm Grammar School|language=en-US|access-date=2020-03-05}}</ref> Students in Years 11 and 12 work towards their Higher School Certificate, with the opportunity to study TAFE vocational courses. Personalised Education Plans are in place for students requiring additional support.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/learning-and-teaching/student_services/|title=Student Services|website=Northholm Grammar School|language=en-US|access-date=2020-03-05}}</ref>
Northholm's academic curriculum is combined with a ] community. Each individual is thought to be valued (as long as they conform to the school rules). The pressure of high expectations guide the development of young people in the years of their adolescent growth.

The school works to provide a framework for students to develop character and Christian/Northholme values. Its approach to learning can be summarised in its education philosophy: "To teach students a love of knowledge and learning, a love of one's neighbour, a love of God and the world He created and a love of oneself in its proper sense."

==School Crest==
The Northholm school crest features the central cross of Saint George, within the lower right of the crest is pictured a large book, while the top left of the crest shows a pair of crossed ]. Northholm is based on a Christian tradition that is Anglican in its ethos and welcoming of any faiths of a Christian denomination.

Students, mainly of a Christian background enrol at Northholm and attend weekly Chapel service in additon to compulsory faith and life (Christian Studies) classes. All families enrolling their children at the school are expected to allow their sons or daughters to attend the Christian chapel service.

The Christian ideals that Northholm seeks to impress upon the minds of their students include service to others, honesty, integrity and a valuing of the spiritual dimension of life.




Since its inception in 1983, pastoral care has been an integral part of Northholm's program<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/pastoral-care/|title=Pastoral Care|website=Northholm Grammar School|language=en-US|access-date=2020-03-05}}</ref> which includes the House System, tutor groups, leadership programs, and specialist counsellors. Co-curricular programs available to students include Music, Drama, Art, Agriculture Clubs, Science Club and Debating.<ref name=":2">{{Cite web|url=https://www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/co-curricular-program/|title=Co-Curricular Program|website=Northholm Grammar School|language=en-US|access-date=2020-03-05}}</ref> The school also offers a broad range of sports, has an Outdoor Education program for Years 7-10 and participates in the ].<ref name=":2" />


==Houses== ==Houses==
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In 1983 there were just three Houses at Northholm. These were Capell, Patteson and Rowland. Capell was assigned the colour red, Patteson white and Rowland blue, these being the three school colours. However when in 1984 Lincoln House was added and given the colour green, it was decided that since tradition had been broken Patteson could choose the more distinctive colour of yellow.
In 1983 there were three Houses at Northholm. These were Capell, Patteson and Rowland. Capell was assigned the colour red, Patteson white and Rowland blue, these being the three school colours. However, when in 1984 Lincoln House was added and given the colour green, it was decided that since tradition had already been broken Patteson could change to the more distinctive colour of yellow.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=https://www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/|title=Home|website=Northholm Grammar School|language=en-US}}</ref>


==='''Capell'''=== ===Capell ===
Capell House is named after Rev. Dr Arthur Capell, who formally attended the school opening in July 1983. Rev. Dr Capell was the a world authority on Oceanic languages and had taken part in a collaberate effort which resulted in the partial transcribing of several Papuan and Fijian languages as well as indigenous Australian languages. Capell House is named after ] (1902–1986), who attended the school opening in July 1983. Capell was a renowned Australian linguist who made major contribution to the study of several Papuan, Polynesian and Indigenous Australian languages.


===Lincoln=== ===Lincoln===
In 1984 Lincoln was established as the fourth House at Northholm, named after His Honour Judge John Lincoln (1916–2011), Chairman of the School Council and a Judge of the District Court. He was also Deputy Chancellor of Macquarie University, Treasurer of the New South Wales Branch of the Liberal Party, Mayor of North Sydney and Chancellor of the Diocese of Newcastle.<ref>{{Cite web|url=https://www.smh.com.au/national/a-founder-of-macquarie-university-20120101-1ph2s.html|title=A founder of Macquarie University|date=2012-01-01|website=The Sydney Morning Herald|language=en|access-date=2020-03-05}}</ref>
In 1984 Lincoln was established as the fourth House at Northholm and given green as its house colour.

The house was named after His Honour Judge ], Chairman of the School Council and a Judge of the District Court.


===Rowland=== ===Rowland===
Rowland House is named after former ], His Excellency Air Marshall ], who formally opened the School in July 1983. Rowland House is named after former ], Air Marshal ] (1922–1999), who formally opened the School in July 1993. Rowland was awarded an Air Force Cross, Distinguished Flying Cross and Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire during his service in the Royal Australian Air Force, and later appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia.

Rowland House was established in 1983 as one of the original three houses. Rowland is characterised by its house spirit.


===Patteson=== ===Patteson===
Patteson House was named after the Bishop ] the first Bishop of Melanesia, a missionary and a martyr. He was born in 1827 and died in 1871. Patteson House was named after a ] (1827–1871), an English Anglican Bishop, missionary to the South Sea Islands, the first Bishop of Melanesia and accomplished linguist.<ref>{{Citation|last=Rutledge|first=Martha|title=Patteson, John Coleridge (1827–1871)|url=http://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/patteson-john-coleridge-4376|work=Australian Dictionary of Biography|publisher=National Centre of Biography, Australian National University|access-date=2020-03-05}}</ref>

Patteson is known throughout the school for it's motto: 'Power through participation'which came into effect in 2005.


==Publications== ==Publications==
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Northholm produces several publications throughout the school year, namely The Weekly Record, The Arcadian and Ilex. Northholm produces several publications throughout the school year, namely The Weekly Record, The Arcadian and Ilex.


===The Weekly Record=== ===The Weekly Record===
The Weekly Record is Northholm's weekly news publication which is given to students every Friday. It contains several columns such as ''From The Principal'', ''Important Dates'', ''Middle Year News'', ''From the Registrar'' and the ''Parenting Advice'' among others. It also features the results from all Northholm's sporting teams from the week passes. It allows those involved with the school to keep up to date on current news as well as the successes (or otherwise) of students in both the Academic and Co-Curricular arenas. The Weekly Record is Northholm's weekly news publication which is emailed to parents on Fridays. Columns include ''From The Principal'', ''Important Dates'', ''Middle Year News'', and the ''From the Registrar'' among others. It features the results from Northholm's sporting teams and co-curricular achievements, as well as upcoming events.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |url=https://www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/welcome/ |title=Welcome |access-date=5 June 2019 |archive-date=5 June 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190605082319/https://www.northholm.nsw.edu.au/welcome/ |url-status=dead }}</ref>

===The Arcadian===
The Arcadian is a bi-annual publication that features more comprehensive updates and focuses more on individual achievements within the Northholm Community.


===Ilex=== ===Ilex===
Ilex is Northholm's annual school magazine that features yearly reports from all departments of the school. Each of the houses also features a report on the year they had with summaries on each of the carnivals such as the Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics events. It also includes students individual photos, as well as selected photos of students from each grade. Ilex is Northholm's annual school yearbook that features yearly reports from all departments of the school, house reports, sports carnival summaries, co-curricular reports and photos.

==Future==
==Notable alumni==
The school is currently undertaking a development plan called '''Towards 2007''', which includes the construction of many new buildings to replace many of the portable lower quality buildings that are currently in place including a new drama building, another computer lab and new "Learning Centers". The first part of this master plan, a car park for the staff of Northholm has been completed and the New drama building has just opened last week. This new building offers the staff and students of Northholm 3 brand new classrooms, drama room, and computer room. These rooms are all equipped with brand new technology, including 42' Plasma screens above the white boards which teachers then attach their laptops to these screens and the class can be taught off the tv.
The following is a list of Northholm alumni who have had significant success in their chosen field:
* ], represented Australia in rugby union
* ], represented Canada in rugby union
* ], represented ] at the ] in equestrian jumping
* ], professional rally driver
* ], represented Australia at the ] in baseball, coming home with a silver medal
* ], dual Paralympian in wheelchair basketball and equestrian


== See also == == See also ==
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School in Australia
Northholm Grammar School
Location
75 Cobah Road, Arcadia, Hills District, Sydney, New South Wales
Australia
Coordinates33°36′10″S 151°03′19″E / 33.602759°S 151.055303°E / -33.602759; 151.055303
Information
TypeIndependent co-educational primary and secondary day school
MottoThe Northholm Way
DenominationAnglicanism
Established1983; 42 years ago (1983)
Educational authorityNew South Wales Education Standards Authority
OversightSydney Anglican Schools Corporation
PrincipalChristopher Bradbury
YearsK–12
Enrolmentc. 450
Colour(s)Blue, red, and white    
Websitewww.northholm.nsw.edu.au

Northholm Grammar School is an independent Anglican co-educational primary and secondary day school, located in Arcadia.

The school was established in 1983 and is situated on 10 hectares. It currently serves students from Kindergarten to Year 12.

In March 2019, Mr Christopher Bradbury was commissioned as the fifth and current Principal of Northholm Grammar School.

Education Philosophy

Northholm Grammar's flexible academic curriculum is combined with Christian values. The school is non-selective, with a Liberal Arts (liberating the student to be an independent thinker) foundation. The Junior School (Kindergarten to Year 6) curriculum has been designed with the two core elements of "Units of Enquiry" and "Subject-specific Learning Experiences" within the guidelines of the national curriculum, the Australian Curriculum. The Senior School (Years 7 to 12) curriculum features a broad range of subjects within the requirements of the NSW Board of Studies that allow students to tailor their studies. Students in Years 11 and 12 work towards their Higher School Certificate, with the opportunity to study TAFE vocational courses. Personalised Education Plans are in place for students requiring additional support.

Since its inception in 1983, pastoral care has been an integral part of Northholm's program which includes the House System, tutor groups, leadership programs, and specialist counsellors. Co-curricular programs available to students include Music, Drama, Art, Agriculture Clubs, Science Club and Debating. The school also offers a broad range of sports, has an Outdoor Education program for Years 7-10 and participates in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award.

Houses

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In 1983 there were three Houses at Northholm. These were Capell, Patteson and Rowland. Capell was assigned the colour red, Patteson white and Rowland blue, these being the three school colours. However, when in 1984 Lincoln House was added and given the colour green, it was decided that since tradition had already been broken Patteson could change to the more distinctive colour of yellow.

Capell

Capell House is named after Arthur Capell (1902–1986), who attended the school opening in July 1983. Capell was a renowned Australian linguist who made major contribution to the study of several Papuan, Polynesian and Indigenous Australian languages.

Lincoln

In 1984 Lincoln was established as the fourth House at Northholm, named after His Honour Judge John Lincoln (1916–2011), Chairman of the School Council and a Judge of the District Court. He was also Deputy Chancellor of Macquarie University, Treasurer of the New South Wales Branch of the Liberal Party, Mayor of North Sydney and Chancellor of the Diocese of Newcastle.

Rowland

Rowland House is named after former Governor of New South Wales, Air Marshal Sir James Rowland (1922–1999), who formally opened the School in July 1993. Rowland was awarded an Air Force Cross, Distinguished Flying Cross and Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire during his service in the Royal Australian Air Force, and later appointed a Companion of the Order of Australia.

Patteson

Patteson House was named after a John Coleridge Patteson (1827–1871), an English Anglican Bishop, missionary to the South Sea Islands, the first Bishop of Melanesia and accomplished linguist.

Publications

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Northholm produces several publications throughout the school year, namely The Weekly Record, The Arcadian and Ilex.

The Weekly Record

The Weekly Record is Northholm's weekly news publication which is emailed to parents on Fridays. Columns include From The Principal, Important Dates, Middle Year News, and the From the Registrar among others. It features the results from Northholm's sporting teams and co-curricular achievements, as well as upcoming events.

Ilex

Ilex is Northholm's annual school yearbook that features yearly reports from all departments of the school, house reports, sports carnival summaries, co-curricular reports and photos.

Notable alumni

The following is a list of Northholm alumni who have had significant success in their chosen field:

See also

References

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  3. "Northholm Grammar School". Northholm Grammar School. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
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  5. Northholm Grammar School Prospectus 2019, page 11
  6. "Junior School Curriculum". Northholm Grammar School. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
  7. "Years 8–12". Northholm Grammar School. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
  8. "Student Services". Northholm Grammar School. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
  9. "Pastoral Care". Northholm Grammar School. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
  10. ^ "Co-Curricular Program". Northholm Grammar School. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
  11. "Home". Northholm Grammar School.
  12. "A founder of Macquarie University". The Sydney Morning Herald. 1 January 2012. Retrieved 5 March 2020.
  13. Rutledge, Martha, "Patteson, John Coleridge (1827–1871)", Australian Dictionary of Biography, National Centre of Biography, Australian National University, retrieved 5 March 2020
  14. "Welcome". Archived from the original on 5 June 2019. Retrieved 5 June 2019.

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