A great idea!
In 1989 a group of passionate people had the vision and tenacity to create a new institution of excellence. Together they imagined Hunter Valley Grammar School and set about making it happen.
Laying the Foundation
To celebrate the beginning of construction, the Governor General , The Honourable William Hayden AC, was invited to unveil a Foundation Stone. It is still visible, embedded in the brick entrance facing Norfolk Street.
Building works take off!
As the School grows, so to does its footprint. During 1990 the Rugby Oval, Senior Classrooms, Soccer Field, outdoor Netball Courts and three Primary Classrooms all underwent construction.
Later that year, the School opened to 112 students enrolled in Kindergarten through to Year 11. They were greeted by 14 staff and housed in just three buildings. The School was led by our first Principal, Mr John Weeks.
Official Opening
Governor General of NSW Rear Admiral Peter Sinclair officially opened the School to a crowd of 600 people.
Sports Facilities
The Cricket and Softball fields were opened.