In December 2023,聽看片狂人 Anglican Grammar acquired Gunbower Estate, an 84-acre property designed to support real-world, experiential learning for students from Kindergarten to Year 12. Generously made possible through the support of the G&A Kent Charitable Trust, this acquisition marked a significant milestone in our School鈥檚 journey and an exciting chapter for current and future students.
Originally held by the same family for nearly a century, Gunbower Estate holds deep historical significance to the region. Now, it is being thoughtfully reimagined as a dynamic learning environment that supports each student鈥檚 holistic education journey through nurturing academic curiosity, social connection, emotional growth and a strong sense of self.聽 Gunbower Estate extends learning beyond the聽traditional聽classroom, offering immersive聽outdoor聽experiences that build life skills, strengthen wellbeing, and deepen students鈥� connection to nature, local history and Indigenous cultures. It provides students with hands-on opportunities to grow in confidence, resilience and respect for self, others and the environment.
Throughout 2024 and 2025, various student groups have visited Gunbower estate for excursions and curriculum-integrated activities.聽During聽2025 Year 8 Out and About students, and Year 9 and 10 Physical Activity and Sports Studies students聽have聽participated in overnight camps that included canoeing, bike riding,聽camp cooking,聽tenting聽and exploring the historic homestead. Year 6 Peer Support leaders also engaged in leadership and team-building experiences on site,聽and other year levels have enjoyed various activities including bush art by the Gunbower Creek.
The Executives聽and the聽Board of Directors are currently developing a Master Plan to guide future investment in Gunbower Estate. Plans聽include the installation of a High Ropes Course, student accommodation聽and amenities to support聽the expansion of real-world, cross-disciplinary learning opportunities. These developments will聽complement聽a broad, inclusive and future-focused curriculum that enriches student learning, wellbeing and personal growth.
Gunbower Estate represents an exciting step forward for our school community and we look forward to continuing this journey in partnership with our families. Discover more about Gunbower Estate and other developments in our聽2024 & Beyond聽booklet below.
introducing gunbower estate
Gunbower Estate gallery
faq's
When will students be at Gunbower Estate?
Students from various year levels have been accessing Gunbower Estate in 2024 and 2025, for day and overnight activities. The first overnight tenting experiences were a highlight for Years 8 (OAA),9 and 10 (PASS) students in Semester 1 2025.
How often will students be at Gunbower Estate?
We anticipate that overtime Gunbower Estate will have students on site on a very regular basis, depending on educational focus.
How far is the property from the 看片狂人 Campus?
Gunbower Estate is 41kms and approximately a 40 minute drive from 看片狂人, ideally suited for visits of varying durations.
Will students stay overnight at Gunbower Estate?
Our long term plan is to develop immersion experiences at Gunbower Estate that will involve overnight stays in tents, and subject to council approval environmentally sustainable cabin accommodation.
How can I support the development of Gunbower Estate?
Gunbower Estate is a long-term project for our School, realised through a significant philanthropic donation. Community partnerships and in-kind support from businesses will assist with the activation and future development of the property to support student learning. For more information, please click here or contact the School Business Manager, Suzanna Barry on 03 5480 5900. Alternatively, you can donate to the School Building Fund via this
If you have any questions or enquiries relating to Gunbower Estate, please email gunbower@moamagrammar.nsw.edu.au
