Empowering Future Teachers
Our Teacher Scholarship Programme is designed to provide a high-quality practical experience for final year pre-service education students in either a primary or a secondary setting at one of our three campuses. Our programme is accessible for both Bachelor and Master candidates in their final year of initial teacher education attending any New South Wales university.
We are delighted to anticipate working with our teaching scholars to develop and inspire them in the love of our profession. Our bespoke scholarship provides modelling of professional practice and reflection by experts in their fields of study and the pedagogy of those fields. Teaching Scholars will be immersed in a culture that values intellectual rigor. They will be nurtured in developing habits of mind that support commitment and success, by working with a dedicated team of mentors.
Our mentoring team has undertaken extensive training to provide the most valuable and engaging experience possible. We strongly believe that working alongside teachers in a school environment is the best way to consolidate content knowledge, develop a repertoire of classroom management strategies, enhance appropriate communication skills and build a sense of belonging within a school culture. Successful candidates will benefit from an enriching experience that reaches far beyond a typical professional placement.
“A Teaching Scholar at Sydney Grammar School becomes part of a rich learning community. Grammar’s emphasis on academic excellence, within an environment that promotes a respect and passion for learning, has led me to reflect on the type of teacher I want to be. During the program, I have developed my teaching style to make lessons both intellectually challenging and stimulate my pupils’ love for learning.”
Katrina Seck (English Teaching Scholar at College Street)
We have two Scholarship Programmes on offer
Bachelor’s Degree Scholarship:
A twelve-month contractual scholarship for final year pre-service education students.
Master’s Degree Scholarship:
A nine-month contractual scholarship for final year pre-service education students.
Both Scholarships include:
- An orientation day that covers: operations, ethos, child protection, teaching and learning, professional development opportunities and funding, accreditation, discussion and goal setting with your mentor, co-curricular duties and discussion of opportunities for further paid employment.
- An induction programme that includes: collaborative learning sessions focused on effective use of technology, co-curricular duties, academic support and enrichment, effective classroom management, pastoral duties, collegial observations, assessments, reporting, pupil shadowing, learning walks, discussions with senior staff.
- Guidance on how to apply for NESA Conditional Accreditation.
- Mentor support from a trained mentor and opportunities to observe other mentors in action.
- Regular observation and feedback from a range of staff, including targeted observations in the four core content areas of: the brain and learning; effective pedagogical practices; classroom management; and responsive teaching.
- Connection with a range of senior staff to develop your understanding of the School.
- Participation in our co-curricular programme.
- Engagement in professional learning days and courses offered by the School.
- Coaching and guidance in writing job applications, CVs and cover letters, as well as advice on interviews, demonstration lessons and building a professional portfolio.
- Casual teaching opportunities.
- Practicum placement at the School.
- Optional additional paid employment within other programmes as the School, including academic support, extended day and co-curricular.
When to apply
Our Teacher Scholarship Programme applications for 2026 will open 22 July 2025 and close on 5 September 2025.
“My experience as a Teaching Scholar at Grammar has been outstanding. The programme offers a unique, long-term opportunity for both teaching and learning that goes beyond what university can offer. From participating in staff development days, meeting with expert teachers, as well as observing and co-teaching classes, I truly believe I am learning the best, from the best. Working with my mentor to set goals and engage in reflective practice, has allowed me to explore and refine my teaching pedagogy.”
Roslyn Thomas (Edgecliff Preparatory School Teaching Scholar)
Frequently asked questions:
No, at this time the scholarships are open to final year Bachelor or Masters pre-service teachers only.
You will be paid fortnightly for the duration of your contract to a total of $20,000. This is conditional on you continuing and finishing your degree during this time. Once you have Conditional NESA accreditation, you may also work as a casual teacher or within our academic support, extended day and/or co-curricular programme for additional renumeration.
The Bachelor scholarship has a duration of 12 months and the Masters Scholarship has a duration of 9 months.
You will be expected to engage positively and proactively with the opportunities offered to you.
Responsibilities will vary depending on your experience and the campus on which you are placed, and can be clarified in the interview process. You can expect to be participating in the co-curricular programme and our academic support programme whilst building your teaching experience.
You will have access to induction and professional learning sessions on topics such as: working with neuro-diverse pupils, effective classroom management, working as a tutor, assessments and report writing, parent-teacher communication. Additionally, you will be given guidance in writing job applications, CVs and cover letters, as well as advice on interviews, demonstration lessons and building a professional portfolio.
Teaching Scholars will also receive assistance to gain Conditional teaching accreditation, one-on-one mentoring with a trained mentor and opportunities to observe other mentors in action, regular observation and feedback on their teaching practice from a range of staff, experience in co-planning and team teaching, professional experience placement at Grammar and access to casual teaching opportunities.
Yes. You will be assigned to a dedicated mentor and will have access to other trained mentors and the Assistant Headmaster (Academic), who runs the programme.
Yes. Participation in Grammar’s co-curricular programme is compulsory, and Teaching Scholars will have the opportunity for paid employment for additional co-curricular duties, working in our Academic Support and/or extended day programmes.
Yes. There are opportunities for casual teaching outside of your Teaching Scholar responsibilities.
Teaching Scholars are strongly encouraged to apply for any relevant positions that become available at the School.
“The Sydney Grammar School Teacher Scholarship Programme is the perfect transition from university study to the practice of teaching. You will find yourself in an extraordinary environment, where you will work with and learn from outstanding colleagues. I have learned a tremendous amount, and recommend this challenging, rewarding experience to anyone who feels the call to teach.”
Alexander Back(History Teaching Scholar at College Street)
Learn more about the School
The Headmaster and Trustees are committed to enabling as many boys as possible to attend Grammar irrespective of their financial circumstances. Learn more about Fee Assisted Places here.
Join us at Open Day
Our Open Days at College Street take place in March and August each year. This is a fantastic opportunity to view our School through a walking campus tour and to view our facilities.
