Brighton Grammar School

Brighton Grammar School was established on February 14, 1882, with an initial enrollment of eight male students. By 1890, the number of attendees had increased to 160 boys. However, during the economic downturn of the 1890s, enrollment figures saw a significant decline.

The school's inaugural location was Temperly Lodge, situated on Outer Crescent, north of Allee Street, where the current Urwin Centre for Learning is located. In 1886, the school expanded to its second site, Pendennis on New Street, coinciding with its growth to approximately 160 students. In 1905, the founder and headmaster acquired Rosstrevor, a substantial estate located south of Allee Street, which included surrounding wetlands. This area is now recognized as the Crowther Oval, positioned at the heart of the school. The oval was developed with the assistance of "Old Boy engineers," who utilized "4000 loads of filling" to create the space.

George Henry Crowther, the school's founder, served as headmaster until his passing in 1918, after which his son, Lieutenant Colonel Harry Arnold A. Crowther, took over the position. Crowther retired in 1924, leading to Herbert E. Dixon's appointment as headmaster.

In 1996, Michael Spencer Urwin became headmaster, having previously served as deputy headmaster at Brisbane Grammar School. He initiated a curriculum review, established a pastoral care system, and launched a modernization program. This included community education initiatives outside of regular school hours to foster inclusivity. Upgrades to the senior school facilities included the construction of a new library and resource center, along with specialized classrooms for the middle school.

In 2022, Brighton Grammar School commemorated its 140th anniversary. To envision its future, the BGS2032 program was developed, outlining goals for the school's 150th anniversary. By 2023, student enrollment peaked at 1,500, prompting the introduction of two new Houses.