Interschool Hosting
Each year Ivanhoe Grammar School hosts several interschool extension programs.
Secondary Year Programs
Model United Nations
This is an opportunity for students to learn about international relations, the UN system and important global issues. In an engaging and dynamic environment, students develop negotiation, conflict resolution and public speaking skills.
BrainSTEM Schools Challenge
This program for Year 8 and 9 students aims to tackle some of the most pressing global issues using the UN Sustainable Development Goals. An opportunity to work with peers from other schools, develop design thinking and problem-solving skills, and learn from industry experts.
Melbourne Interschool Moots
These are designed to give students exposure to mooting (courtroom discussion with a judge about the ruling of a case) in both competitive and non-competitive formats. A wonderful opportunity for students to learn through practice and feedback.
Thriving Minds
Thriving Minds conferences with Julie Arliss (Oxford University) give participants the opportunity to engage in deep thinking, learning and discussion about complex and significant philosophical ideas.
National Senior Stretch 2026 Registration – Thursday 30 July 2026, La Trobe University, West Lecture Theatre 1, Bundoora.
Junior Thinkers Conference Registration – Tuesday 28 July 2026, Ivanhoe Grammar School. Plenty Campus, 730 Bridge Inn Road, Doreen.
Teacher Symposium for Gifted Education Registration – Monday 27 July 2026, Ivanhoe Grammar School, Ridgeway Campus, 41 The Ridgeway, Ivanhoe.
Primary Years Program
Chess
Students participate in a seven-round chess tournament run by Northern Star Chess. These tournaments provide students with the opportunity to qualify for State Semi Finals and Girls State Finals each year.
G.A.T.E.WAYS EUREKA
A single day enrichment program for students nominated by their teacher. The program focuses on critical and creative thinking, and students participate in two workshops based on a theme.
Please direct all other Interschool Hosting Event enquiries to info@ivanhoe.com.au.
