Reports / Excellence

Nigel Bailey

It is an honour to be leading the Launceston Church Grammar School Board in what is an exciting new era for the School. Our timehonoured tradition of quality and excellence in educating young people ushers in a new chapter of the School’s proud history as we build on these values and inspire the next generation to become global learners and leaders.

In the same way that our students are learning to be leaders, Launceston Grammar would not be where it is today were it not for the leadership of the Board who volunteer their time to help govern the direction of the School. I would like to acknowledge the significant contribution of Mr Michael Bennett who dedicated a large amount of his time and energy in service as Board Chair over a period of seven years, retiring in December last year.

We are excited that the School is making steady progress in its goal of becoming a fully authorised International Baccalaureate (IB) World School with its offering of the Primary Years Programme (PYP). A key focus of the PYP is to encourage students to ‘take action’, be compassionate and continue in their journey of becoming informed, engaged and responsible citizens, far into the future.

As the Board works with the Headmaster, Mr Richard Ford, we will oversee the School’s strategic direction, delivered through the 2020-2024 Strategic Plan. The Grammar Identity Statement, which was developed by the Headmaster in consultation with parents, staff, students, alumni and the Board, will inform the actions of the Strategic Plan and provide a clear direction and distinct educational offering going forward.

On behalf of the Launceston Church Grammar School Board, I offer thanks to staff, parents and alumni who work together as a strong and united community to deliver excellence in education to our young people.

Nigel Bailey, Chair, Launceston Church Grammar School Board