2026 Important dates and opportunities 

Student Term Dates for 2026

Term 2 (9 weeks)

Monday 20 April – Friday 19 June

Term 3 (10 weeks)

Tuesday 14 July – Friday 18 September

Term 4 (9 weeks)

Monday 5 October – Thursday 3 December

Book now! GPF Trivia Night: Friday 24 July 

Attention all trivia enthusiasts!

Get ready for a night of excitement and competition at the 2026 Girton Parents and Friends Trivia Night! Tickets are now on sale for the event taking place on Friday, 24 July at the All Seasons Conservatory in Bendigo with arrival at 6.30pm for a 7.00pm start.

Gather a group of 8-10 friends or colleagues for a table, or simply grab a ticket for yourself or a couple of friends and we will allocate you to a table. Tickets are priced at $50 per adult.  Light finger food is provided with drinks available to purchase on the night.

Don't miss out on the chance to test your knowledge and win fabulous prizes. Book your tickets and start brushing up on your trivia skills.

Join us at the All Seasons Conservatory in the private function room for a night of fun. Please note that this is an adults only event.

We can't wait to see you there!

Girton Parents and Friends (GPF)

Events for Term 3 2026

Performing Arts Scholarships and Betty Higgs Music Scholarships

Outstanding Senior School musicians and performers are encouraged to apply for the Performing Arts Scholarships and/or the Betty Higgs Music Scholarship for 2027.

The Performing Arts Scholarship (awarded by audition)

Available to new and current students entering Years 7-12 in 2027

Applications Open: Friday 22 May 2026

Application Closing Date: 5.00pm Friday 10 July 2026

Audition Date: Thursday 23 July 2026 (Term 3, Week 2)

The Betty Higgs Music Scholarship (awarded by audition)

Available to new and current students entering Years 7-12 in 2027

Applications Open: Friday 22 May 2026

Application Closing Date: 5.00pm, Friday 10 July 2026

Audition Date: Thursday 30 July 2026 (Term 3, Week 3)

Please note: the Michael Currie Scholarship will not be awarded in 2027 as it is held by a current student.

Mrs Cally Bartlett

Head of Arts

Senior School Teacher of Music

Junior School Ensembles Concert - Wednesday 12 August

We are delighted to announce that our annual Junior School Ensembles Concert will be held on Wednesday 12 August at the Ulumbarra Theatre. This much-anticipated event celebrates the achievements of our young musicians and provides an opportunity for students to share the skills, confidence, and enjoyment they have developed through their ensemble participation. We look forward to an evening of inspiring performances that showcase the dedication and enthusiasm of our students.

Tickets will go on sale in mid-July, and families will be notified as soon as booking details become available.

Music education offers benefits that extend far beyond the classroom, supporting children's cognitive, social, and emotional development. We encourage parents to explore the information below from music educator and researcher Anita Collins, who explains the many advantages of learning a musical instrument.

Anita is internationally recognized for her work in translating the scientific research of neuroscientists and psychologists to the everyday parent, teacher and student.

Since 2016, Anita has travelled around the world to interview over 100 neuroscientists and psychologists about music learning and brain development, known as neuromusical research. Anita now uses the research to present, consult and advocate for an updated understanding of how music learning can benefit every child’s development.

For more information, please contact Mrs Laura Dusseljee, Head of Junior School Music.