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HOW do parents choose the right school for their child? The majority start by speaking with family, friends and colleagues, according to Independent Schools Queensland’s (ISQ) What Parents Want survey. This is followed by conversations with other parents at prospective schools, reading the school website and attending open days. School choice remains one of the most important decisions parents can make for their children, with ISQ finding most parents begin
OPTIONS IN SELECTING AN INDEPENDENT APPROACH OPEN DAYS AND TOURS LEAVE LASTING IMPRESSIONS ON PARENTS EDUCATION may have been in the national spotlight with the federal election campaign, but it’s also on the minds of the many Queensland parents attending open days and visiting schools as part of their search for the perfect school for their child. Independent Schools Queensland (ISQ) executive director David Robertson said open days were an excellent way for prospective parents and students to discover more about an independent school and ‘get a feel’ for its program and culture. “Attending an open day or arranging a school tour is a critical step in the decision-making process with more than 80 per cent of parents visiting at least one school and about 60 per cent of these parents attending two or more schools,” he said. “Research has shown parents are becoming more discerning about school selection and spending more time researching and evaluating choices before deciding on the right school for their child.” According to ISQ’s most recent What Parents Want survey, seven in 10 parents started assessing education options at least two years prior to their
School choice remains one of the most important decisions parents can make for their children, with ISQ finding most parents begin the process about two years prior to the child’s commencement. • Visit multiple schools and attend open days. Arrange to visit during school hours to see how they operate. Is the school welcoming? Do the students seem happy? Are the grounds well cared for? Watch how the students relate to staff, and how the staff relate to each other. You may deem specific facilities necessary – be sure to ask lots of questions and observe the surroundings. • Understand your child’s needs. Consider what type of learning environment best suits your child, reflecting on their personality and individual attributes. Does the school provide access to specific learning, language or cultural needs? Are there particular cocurricular activities that would help them thrive?
the process two years prior to the child’s commencement. Most find it’s a challenging task; factors parents consider include whether the school prepares students to fulfil their potential in later life, the quality of the teachers, good discipline, strong academic performance and the school’s reputation. Here are ISQ’s tips to help parents choose the right school: • Know the type of school you want. Is it important that the school is single sex or coeducational? What are the school’s values? Consider fee levels, size, and whether the school has a particular religious affiliation or educational philosophy. Is it important the school is close to where you live, or is there public transport nearby?
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child starting school, with almost 30 per cent of these parents thinking about schools before their child’s birth or just after their child was born. Mr Robertson said open days and school tours left a lasting impression on parents. “Open days and tours provide a personal experience of a school they may have previously read about in a brochure or seen on a website,” he said. “ISQ’s parent survey has consistently confirmed the top five factors which influence a parent’s choice of an independent school are: how well that school prepares a child to fulfil their potential in later life; good discipline; encouraging a responsible attitude to school work; high quality teachers; and the school’s teaching methods and philosophy. “Queensland’s independent schooling sector offers families a range of education options, from schools that embrace different learning philosophies or faiths, to schools that cater for children with a disability or young people who need more individualised support in an alternative learning environment.”
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DEVELOPMENT: Children enrolled for 2017 join in the ceremony to turn the first sod at St Clare’s, Yarrabilba RECOGNISING the growth of the number of families in Logan and the Scenic Rim, Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) will open two new schools in January 2017. Construction is underway for St Clare’s Primary School in Yarrabilba and McAuley College in Beaudesert. St Clare’s Primary School is planned
to open with Prep to Year 3 and expand upwards each year and McAuley College will open with Year 7, eventually accommodating about 800 students. Committed to providing to all families the option of a quality, affordable Catholic education, BCE executive director Pam Betts said
EXPANSION: Brisbane Catholic Education executive director Pam Betts (centre, left) and McAuley College foundation principal Deidre Young with students from All Saints’, Boonah and St Mary’s, Beaudesert, schools it was an exciting time for both communities. “Being able to forward-plan for the educational needs in growing areas is critical to the efficient delivery of a Catholic education,” she said. “We are mindful that children living in the outer areas of the Brisbane Archdiocese must always be provided
with learning environments that have contemporary facilities, exceptional teachers and an engaging curriculum. “Both new schools promise not only a wonderful start to a child’s schooling; for the first time secondary students will be able to continue their Catholic education in the Scenic Rim.” The opening of St Clare’s and
McAuley College will be an exciting milestone for these rapidly growing communities and see the number of BCE schools increase to 139. Catholic schools now educate almost one in five Queensland children. ➤➤Tel: 3033 7000 ➤➤brisbanecatholicschools.com.au
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NURTURING AND CARING ENVIRONMENT TOWNSVILLE Catholic Education provides support for 28 schools and more than 12,000 students, covering an area that extends from Proserpine in the south through to Ingham in the north and Mount Isa in the west. The diocese includes the major commercial centres of Townsville and Mount Isa and several rural and remote communities, including Palm Island. Schools come in all shapes and sizes including boarding colleges and city-based schools, through to smaller schools in remotebased locations. Kindergarten and Catholic early learning centres are also offered. “A quality education is important and Catholic schools know that such an education occurs when an environment is safe, nurturing and caring,” Dr Cathy Day, executive director, Townsville Catholic Education Office, said. “Each of the schools have a unique spirit and all strive to shape and develop students to become compassionate and contributing members of the world and responsible stewards of our environment.” Dr Day said all staff shared in the evangelising mission of Jesus and the church as they endeavoured to accomplish a mixture of faith, life and culture in the community. More than one third of the children in Catholic schools are not Catholic, as parents are free to choose the qualities of a Catholic school, regardless of their religious beliefs. “Catholic schools are welcoming and open to all who seek a Catholic education,” Dr Day said. “They are sacred places where spiritual life is nurtured and they provide a quality, relevant and holistic education.”
LIFE undoubtedly gets busy and managing time can often mean extra support is required, particularly throughout formative years at school. The Mind Fitness (MFit) program at The Glennie School, an independent Anglican school for girls in Toowoomba, equips middle years students with the essential skills required to thrive in adolescence, and flourish in life. Run weekly in Years 7, 8 and 9, girls cover three relevant, thought-provoking and engaging units. The aim is to strengthen girls’ awareness of themselves and others, develop communication skills, build healthy relationships and manage change and challenge. ➤➤Tel: 4688 8888 ➤➤glennie.qld.edu.au
1 THE GLENNIE SCHOOL 246a Herries St, Toowoomba Phone: 4688 8888 Website: glennie.qld.edu.au Email: enquiries@glennie.qld.edu.au
Education level: Kindergarten-Year 12 Annual fees: Tuition, $4300-$13,060 per annum; boarding, $17,400-$19,480 per annum Gender: Female
Religious affiliation: Anglican
2 TOWNSVILLE CATHOLIC EDUCATION PO Box 861, Aitkenvale Phone: 4773 0900 Website: tsv.catholic.edu.au Email: cpery@tsv.catholic.edu.au Education level: Early learning centres, kindergarten, primary, secondary, Prep-Year 12, boarding Annual fees: Varied Gender: Male and female
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Additional information: Townsville Catholic Education supports 28 schools in the Townsville Diocese.
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BRISBANE CATHOLIC EDUCATION 243 Gladstone Rd, Dutton Park Phone: 3033 7000 Website: brisbanecatholicschools.com.au
1 SOMERVILLE HOUSE 17 Graham St, South Brisbane Phone: 3248 9202 Website: somerville.qld.edu.au Email: enrolments@somervillehouse.qld.edu.au Education level: Pre-prep and kindergarten-Year 12 Annual fees: Tuition, for students whose parents are domiciled in Australia, Pre-prep, $15,400 per annum; PrepYear 5, $16,200 per annum; Year 6, $17,600 per annum; Year 7-12, $20,500 per annum. Boarding fees: Years 6-12, $22,100 per annum. Gender: Pre-prep, co-educational; kindergarten-Year 12, girls Open days and times: Monday to Friday, 8am-4pm Religious affiliation: Somerville House is a school of the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association (PMSA). The PMSA is a mission of the Presbyterian and Uniting Churches.
2 BRISBANE GRAMMAR SCHOOL Gregory Tce, Brisbane Phone: 3834 5200 Website: brisbanegrammar.com Email: reception@brisbanegrammar.com Education level: Years 5-12 plus boarding school Annual fees: Years 5-6, $20,030; Years 7-12, $23,990 Gender: Boys Open days and times: Saturday, August 6, noon-3pm. Religious affiliation: Non-denominational
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BRISBANE Grammar School is preparing its students to be lifelong learners who are critical, reflective and creative thinkers, ready to take on life after school, whatever that life may be. Headmaster Anthony Micallef said through a broad liberal education, the school promoted collaboration, effective communication, problem solving, perseverance, and a strong moral outlook. “The Brisbane Grammar School (BGS) academic curriculum inspires excellence through a constantly evolving teaching and learning culture, promotes creativity and collaboration, balanced by the student wellbeing curriculum fostering emotional intelligence and a strong connection to public purpose,” Mr Micallef said. “An important element of futureproofing BGS students centres on leadership, an integral part of holistic
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development at school. Authentic Eatons Hill Sandgate Carseldine leadership is not just about speeches and badges, but being role models and active Bridgeman Shornecliffe Albany members of the community.” Downs Aspley Creek The student wellbeing curriculum 3 Boondall introduces an action-based program for Geebung Hills The Years 7-9 students calledFerny Learn2Lead. Banyo program centres on teaching students that Chermside Northgate Ferny every boy can lead; to first lead Grove self, then Kedron lead others; and leadership is action, not Staffordservice trip to Cambodia,Nundah where students position. 1 Clayfield Wooloowin spend time working on projects in schools “BGS students developEnoggera into leaders Lutwyche and orphanages. through their school journey, progressingNewmarket “A BGS education gives students 4 Ascot to form seniors in Year 12, when they have Wilston the opportunities to develop critical opportunities to participate in leadership intelligence, imaginative and creative forums at home and abroad,” Mr Micallef powers, effective communication, and the said. capacity and enthusiasm for independent, “The Public Purpose program sees BGS lifelong learning. BGS is educating for students experience firsthand the benefits future success.” of service to others and to their own personal development. “An example is the annual Year 10
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SETTING THE ESSENTIAL BUILDING BLOCKS SOMERVILLE House is recognised as a landmark in education throughout Australia and overseas, according to principal Florence Kearney. “The school consistently performs amongst the top schools in Australia and offers a safe and supportive environment with renowned academic, cultural and sporting programs and modern boarding facilities,” Mrs Kearney said. Established in 1899, Somerville House provides a coeducational Pre-Prep program, classes for girls from Prep to Year 12 across junior, middle and senior sub-schools and boarding from Year 6. Mrs Kearney said the school’s Prep Program provided a specialised child-centred program for girls in a singlesexed environment. “Our Prep students enjoy small class sizes and the
attention of qualified early learning teachers and fulltime teacher aids, as well as a full range of existing school services and facilities and specialist teachers in Christian education, art, music, languages, library, chess and physical education,” she said. “While the school is rich in heritage and tradition,
Somerville House is an exciting and innovative centre of learning. “Somerville House has a long and proud tradition of academic excellence, with a curriculum designed to provide a broad range of opportunities for students to nurture academic rigour and develop critical thinking.
“Each student is encouraged to balance structure and routine, and is provided with the freedom to explore and develop individually as they enjoy renowned academic, cultural and sporting programs, and smoothly transition through the school.” ➤➤Tel: 3248 9202 ➤➤www.somerville.qld.edu.au
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Girls and Boys Pre-Prep, Girls Prep to Year 12, Boarding Years 6 to 12.
If you set your mind to a goal, are determined and have a team to support you, it is possible to do anything. When we take a step, we are followed and supported by our fellow students, families and teachers – our very own green team. It’s an honour to be a girl in green and this bond will last a lifetime. CURRENT STUDENT
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effective learning environment Edmund Rice tradition. ST Laurence’s College is an allwhere boys and young men Principal Ian McDonald said boys Catholic school in South learn. the college aimed to offer the Brisbane. With a rich and proud Bulimba Murarrie “Our vision is to be an best theoretical and practical history, the school has grown to authentic, dynamic, relational, educate more than 1800 students. education for students. Hawthorne 2 Catholic educational “St Laurence’s College In the Archdiocese of Brisbane Cannon Hill has provided generations of community, which includes our and conducted in the tradition Tingalpa students, teachers, parents boys with a high standard of Edmund Rice, the college 5 and the community. of education, one that instructsEast studentsBrisbane from Years 5 to 3 Manly “By nurturing respectful, promotes the academic, 12, drawing from a wide area of West social and compassionate relationships, 4 personal, spiritual, Brisbane. Thorneside St Laurence’s College aims of each Summoned by the call of the Carina physical development Wellington to foster student,” he said. school motto: facere et docere: Pointthe Christian faith, Birkdale personal worth and belonging “We offer a commitment To do and to teach, the college 1 Coorparoo through spiritual growth, to education as liberation strives to implement the Charter compassion and generosity.” and the college is fortunate for Catholic schools in the Belmont 6 to have excellent buildings, Ormiston ➤➤Tel: 3010 1111 Chandler and facilities that are ST LAURENCE’S grounds ➤➤slc.qld.edu.au conducive to maintaining an COLLEGE
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82 Stephens Rd, South Mackenzie Brisbane Phone: 3010 1111 Burbank Website: slc.qld.edu.au Email: slc@slc.qld.edu.au Education level: Years 5-12 Annual fees: Price on application Gender: Male
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CELEBRATION TIME AS COLLEGE MARKS 30-YEAR ANNIVERSARY “OUR vision at Clairvaux MacKillop College is to encourage students to aspire beyond what people think possible.” That is the view of college principal Andrea O’Brien, who said the college was blessed with a rich history, strong academic and vocational traditions, rapidly growing facilities, nurturing pastoral care programs and extensive co-curricular opportunities. “Our students excel in their chosen subjects and receive a well-rounded education from committed teachers and support staff who seek to extend, challenge and motivate our students,” Dr O’Brien said. “In 2016, we continue the mantra of Respect, Responsibility, Results, encouraging our students
to challenge and strengthen themselves in all areas of college life.” The college has introduced a number of new subjects including dance, film, TV and new media, Certificate II in Electrotechnology, Certificate IV in Justice Studies and a Diploma of Business. “We offer an extensive number of Year 12 QCE (Queensland Certificate of Education) subjects, 44 in total, which includes a broad vocational education program,” Dr O’Brien said. Starting this year is a new homework and tuition support program, called YAGA. Students from Years 7-12 are able to receive after-school support and tuition from specialist teachers and school officers, within the college’s new state-of-the-art resource
BRISBANE CATHOLIC EDUCATION 243 Gladstone Rd, Dutton Park Phone: 3033 7000 Website: brisbanecatholicschools.com.au
1 CLAIRVAUX MACKILLOP COLLEGE St Laurence’s College 82 Stephens Road, South Brisbane Phone 07 3010 1111 Email slc@slc.qld.edu.au Website www.slc.qld.edu.au
Klumpp Rd, Upper Mt Gravatt Phone: 3347 9200 Website: www.cvxmck.edu.au Email: admin@cvxmck.edu.au Education level: Years 7-12 Annual fees: $4850 Gender: Co-educational Open day and time: College tour, Friday, August 26, 9-11am Religious affiliation: Catholic
centre. This year, the college celebrates its 30th anniversary since the merge of Clairvaux College and MacKillop College. The milestone will be celebrated on Saturday, September 17 with a mass and evening cocktail reception. An invitation is extended to past students, current and past staff, current and past parents as well as friends of the college. “This is a very exciting year for the college, where we have the opportunity to celebrate our growth over the past 30 years,” Dr O’Brien said. “We continue to build on the solid foundations established 30 years ago.” ➤➤Tel: 3347 9200 ➤➤www.cvxmck.edu.au
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John Paul Drive, Daisy Hill Phone: 3826 3333 Website: johnpaulcollege.com.au Email: registrar@jpc.qld.edu.au Education level: Early learning-Year 12 Annual fees: From $7800 Gender: Co-educational Open days and times: Wednesday, October 12, 4-7pm Religious affiliation: Christian Ecumenical
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JOHN Paul College is on track to deliver its biggest infrastructure project since the building of an aquatic centre in 2008. The $4 million refurbishment of the current science building will transform one of the college’s original buildings into laboratories to inspire the next generation of Australian scientists. Fully-automatic, airconditioned laboratories with touch screens and the latest
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equipment and systems for scientific learning will greet students when the facility opens in early 2017. “Career opportunities in the future are in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) and will build a stronger and globally-competitive Australia,” headmaster Peter Foster said. “We are keen to ensure that our outstanding teachers share and deliver a cutting edge curriculum to students in a leading educational facility.” ➤➤Tel: 3826 3333 ➤➤johnpaulcollege.com.au
John Paul College All I can be
To aspire beyond what people think possible • YAGA - Afterschool Homework and • A co-educational Catholic Tuition Support Program Secondary College • Convenient Bus Transportation and • A Focus on Academic and dedicated student drop off/pick up area Vocational Pathways • 30th Anniversary Celebrations to be • Enrichment and Support Classes held on Saturday 17th September
Contact Details Enrolment Officer 07 3347 9223 GomF@cvxmck.edu.au www.cvxmck.edu.au
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Address: Klumpp Road Upper Mt Gravatt QLD 4122
Friday 26 August 9.00am – 11.00am
John Paul Drive, Daisy Hill, Qld 4127 Australia Phone: +61 7 3826 3333 Email: registrar@jpc.qld.edu.au (PYP/DP)
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CATERING FOR MODERN-DAY FAMILIES Rothwell Whiteside
Mango Hill
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Petrie
Bray Park
Griffin Strathpine
Brendale Eatons Hill
Bald Hills
Ferny Hills
Brighton Sandgate
Carseldine
Albany Bridgeman Downs Creek
Shornecliffe Aspley
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Chermside
Ferny Grove
Kedron
Boondall Banyo Northgate
Nundah Wooloowin 1 Clayfield Lutwyche Newmarket 4 Ascot Wilston
Stafford Enoggera
Scarborough
CLAYFIELD College offers a stimulating academic curriculum and comprehensive cocurricular opportunities for students to pursue Lytton their interest in sport, the arts and service leadership, according to acting principal Kathy Bishop. Bulimba Murarrie “The college has a strong academic focus where our students are encouraged to set and Hawthorne 2 Cannon Hill achieve personal academic goals,” Mrs Bishop said. 5 East Brisbane Tingalpa “Through our extension learning programs, 3 Manly we offer a broad range of activities that foster 4 West essential inquiry skills, such as problem solving, Thorneside Carina Wellington creative thinking, flexibility and tenacity. Point Birkdale “As a boarding school for girls from Years 1 Coorparoo 5-12, we are now offering a range of flexible options to assist modern day family Belmont 6 Ormistonboarding lifestyles and commitments. Chandler “Our Clayfield College Boarding House Alexandra Capalaba extras offer daily, casual and weekly boarding Hills Mackenzie options to meet the needs of our busy families. “Our new daily extras includes attendance Thornlands Burbank at afternoon co-curricular commitments or study time in the library, dinner and shower in Sheldon the boarding house, followed by two hours of supervised homework time with our specialist Victoria tutors, before pick up at 9pm. Point and weekly extras allows our “Our casual students to stay overnight for one or two nights during the week to focus on study, or on a weekly basis to cater for families with travel Redland Bay commitments. “If you would like to see what makes Clayfield College such a special place, and Mt Cotton what we have to offer your child, please join us at our open morning on Tuesday, August 9 at 8.45am.” Contact the college for more information or visit the website to register. ➤➤Tel: 3262 0262 ➤➤clayfield.qld.edu.au
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION FOCUS
Her dreams for tomorrow, are our focus today. Whilst she is busy dreaming about tomorrow, today we are challenging her academically and nurturing her intellectual curiosity of the world around her. We are offering her a broad range of activities that foster essential enquiry skills, such as problem solving, creative thinking, flexibility and tenacity. We are preparing her to realise her dreams. Consider her future at Clayfield College and let her light shine. Join us at our Open Morning on 9 August to see what Clayfield College can offer your daughter.
GENESIS Christian College at Bray Park provides quality Christian education for more than 1400 students, says principal Brian Barker. “Established in 1991, the college enjoys an excellent reputation, offering a pristine, well-resourced campus with modern specialist facilities,” he said. “Genesis offers traditional academic subjects with a focus on career education, as well as vocational education and training courses. “Opportunities in music, the arts and sport see high levels of participation and achievement. Comprehensive pastoral care programs cater for student wellbeing.” Mr Barker said the learning styles and interests of students were carefully considered, providing relevant and engaging lessons. “Technology and complex reasoning processes are embedded into all subjects, promoting deep effective thinkers, who can create, analyse and evaluate,” he said. “As an eSmart school, the safe use of technology is actively promoted.
“Please visit our website or contact the college for an application package or to book a campus tour.” ➤➤Tel: 3882 9000 ➤➤genesis.qld.edu.au
BRISBANE CATHOLIC EDUCATION 243 Gladstone Rd, Dutton Park Phone: 3033 7000 Website: brisbanecatholicschools.com.au
1 CLAYFIELD COLLEGE 23 Gregory Street Clayfield QLD 4011 P: 07 3262 0262 E: enrol@clayfield.qld.edu.au Committed to excellence | www.clayfield.qld.edu.au
23 Gregory St, Clayfield Phone: 3262 0262 Website: clayfield.qld.edu.au Email: enrol@clayfield.qld.edu.au Education level: Pre-Prep-Year 12 Annual fees: Prep-Year 6, $14,200; Years 7-12, $16,450 Gender: Boys, Pre-Prep-Year 6; girls, Pre-Prep-Year 12; Boarding, girls, Years 5-12 Open day and time: Tuesday, August 9, 8.45-10.30am Religious affiliation: Uniting Church/Presbyterian
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2 GENESIS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE 12-16 Youngs Crossing Rd, Bray Park Phone: 3882 9000 Website: genesis.qld.edu.au Email: admin@genesis.qld.edu.au Education level: Prep-Year 12 Gender: Co-educational Annual fees: Prep-Year 6, $4,215; Years 7-12, $5,240. Sibling discounts available, levies apply Open days and times: Personal tours available throughout the school term by appointment. Open day annually in May. Religious affiliation: Non-denominational Christian
3 ST JOSEPH’S NUDGEE COLLEGE 2199 Sandgate Rd, Boondall Phone: 3865 0555 Website: nudgee.com Email: enrolments@nudgee.com Education level: Years 5-12 Gender: Boys Annual fees: Years 5-6, tuition $12,530, boarding, $17,410; Years 7-12, tuition, $14,730, boarding, $21,420 Open days and times: Tuesday, August 9, 8.30-11am. Midweek and weekend tours also available. Contact the enrolments office for further information or to book. Religious affiliation: Catholic
MARGARET’S ANGLICAN 4 ST GIRLS SCHOOL 11 Petrie St, Ascot Phone: 3862 0777 Website: stmargarets.qld.edu.au Email: admissions@stmargarets.qld.edu.au Education level: Pre-Prep-Year 12 Annual fees: Tuition, $14,424-$19,698; boarding, $19,376 Gender: Girls, Pre-Prep-Year 12; boys, Pre-Prep-Prep Open days and times: Thursday, August 11, 8-11am. Register online. Religious affiliation: Anglican
TIME TO DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE VISITORS are invited to discover the St Margaret’s difference and further explore the school at St Margaret’s open morning on Thursday, August 11 from 8am. Principal Ros Curtis said open morning presented the ideal opportunity for a personal school visit, including the chance to chat over a cup of coffee with senior academic staff and heads of extracurricular areas. “Our open morning is a very friendly and informal way to get to know us better,” Ms Curtis said. “After a brief welcome by me, families can tour the school with our students and view the school as it would normally operate, before joining us for morning tea. “Our students delight in answering all our visitors’ questions and of course parents can find out first-hand about life at St Margaret’s.”
Ms Curtis said the school’s smaller size was its greatest strength, and enabled a personalised approach to learning. “We focus on creating an environment where each child is known and nurtured, while being both supported and challenged to achieve her academic goals,” she said. “She may require additional learning support, or could be a high achieving student who would benefit from academic extension through our Flyers Program. “We will recognise and understand her needs and respond accordingly.” For further details about the open morning, families can phone or email the school. Guests are asked to register at the website.
MORE than 1500 boys and young men from Years 5 to 12 call St Joseph’s Nudgee College their school. For more than 250 of these students, it is also their home as boarders. Principal Peter Fullagar said Nudgee College held a special place within Catholic education both within the state of Queensland, across the nation and beyond Australia’s shores. “The college has a grand reputation that has been built by successive generations of students, Christian Brothers, staff, parents, old boys and community members over the last 125 years,” he said. “Not only is this rich history celebrated, the current generation of students, staff and families seeks to build upon it. “This is achieved on a daily basis by students who are taught, cared for and
challenged by teachers who want the best for each student. “The holistic education, personal development and wellbeing of each student remains the key focus of the college. “At Nudgee College, a rich diversity of educational opportunities is offered - in the classroom, in sport, in cultural pursuits and activities as well as in faith development and social justice initiatives. “The campus is situated on 136ha with a range of facilities that provide an engaging environment for boys to learn, to grow and to be challenged. “As a leading Catholic school in the Edmund Rice Tradition, the college strives to develop young men of big hearts and good character.” ➤➤Tel: 3865 0555 ➤➤nudgee.com
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INSIGHT INTO LIFE AND STUDY IN THE CREATIVE INDUSTRIES OPPORTUNITY TO COMPARE COURSES AND INSTITUTIONS OPEN days offer the best chance for anyone considering further study to get a feel for the institution, says student recruitment manager of QUT, Leanne Cain. “You can attend seminars, take a campus tour, check out the facilities and have all of your questions answered by staff and students on the day,” Ms Cain said. “After spending time on campus during its open day, you’ll have a good idea whether the institution is a good match for you.” “It’s not just about working out what you want to study; an open day is your chance to find out everything about the study experience – what scholarships are on offer, the career outcomes for courses you are considering, or whether there are opportunities for overseas exchange.” Ms Cain said open days provided a great opportunity for prospective students to find out all they needed to compare courses and
institutions, so they could make an informed decision. “It’s not all hard work on the day – have some fun while you’re on campus, enter the competitions to win great prizes and make the most of the free fairy floss,” she said. “It’s a good idea to make a plan before heading to an open day, as you don’t want to miss out on anything. “Visit the website, download the program or use the online planner to work out your day in advance. “Make a list of things that you want to see and questions you want answered, to ensure you get the most out of the day. “Consider building in some time to check out what’s on campus and soak up the atmosphere. “You’ll be spending a lot of time on campus as a student, so you want to make sure it’s the right one for you.”
ANYONE aspiring to a career in the creative industries is invited to tour the education facilities at the Brisbane campus of SAE Creative Media Institute on August 6. The open day provides a chance for school leavers and career changers to chat with staff about career options, check out the institute’s stateof-the-art teaching and learning facilities and discover why SAE is one of the world’s leading educators in creative media industries.
Located in West End, the purpose-built, fourstorey campus is one of 54 SAE campuses located in 28 countries, and offers government accredited certificates, diplomas and bachelor degrees in six disciplines – animation, audio, design, film, games and web and mobile. Flagship facilities include the Neve Custom Series 75 console, film and green screen studio, Wacom graphics tablets for industry-standard animation,
Oculus Rift virtual reality headsets for 3D gaming and motion capture suits for gaming and animation. SAE is about hands-on learning, giving students the opportunity to collaborate on real-world projects and graduate with portfolios that will wow prospective employers. Brisbane campus manager Jeremy Butts said key elements of the SAE degree programs included compulsory industry internships and studio units, where students collaborated on creative projects with peers from other disciplines. “We’re all about simulating a professional working environment so our students graduate with the skills and experience they need to hit the ground running,” he said. The SAE Brisbane campus open days will take place from 11am to 3pm. To register, visit the website. ➤➤Tel: 3850 2000 ➤➤sae.edu.au/events
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IT’S TIME TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE OPEN DAY OFFERING VISITING an Australian university, TAFE or other training institution on an open day can be one of the best ways for prospective students to find out more about the various study options available to them. Whether people are straight out of high school or mature age learners, Universities Australia’s chief executive, Belinda Robinson, says open days provide a great opportunity for visitors to get a feel for campus life. “I recommend anyone aspiring to university study to go along to an open day,” Ms
Robinson said. “Go along and explore the campus, meet the lecturers and staff, find out what kinds of courses and student support services are available and, above all, don’t be afraid to ask questions.” Ms Robinson said it was also a great idea to head along to more than one open day. “This way, you’ll be able to make a fully informed choice about which course and university best suits you.”
AUSTRALIAN Child Care Career Options (ACCCO) offers a range of courses for careers in early childhood education and care, school age education and care, education support and first aid for children. Principal Narelle Cossettini said the courses were nationally recognised and accredited, with full time, part time and external study options. Courses on offer are Certificate III, Certificate IV, diplomas and first aid. “ACCCO is an industry recommended and awardwinning national training college specialising in children’s services,” Ms Cossettini said. “Established over 20 years ago, the college was nominated in 2001 to deliver training for the first Australian Children’s
Services Apprenticeship and has since won numerous awards. “ACCCO has received praise for its internal and external practical-based courses, which include first-aid. Students have found it a great way to learn – those who started with little confidence have developed into confident professionals.” ACCCO offers payment
plans and in some states and territories, government subsidised and funded courses. In Queensland there is the Queensland Government initiative Skilling Queenslanders for Work which aims to improve the skills, employment opportunities and social inclusion of disadvantaged Queenslanders. The latest project ACCCO has become involved in is the Get Set for Work initiative, partnering with PCYC (Police Citizens Youth Club) to deliver the Certificate II in Community Services which is aimed at disadvantaged young people between the ages of 15 and 19 years. This program is to assist participants with foundation skills and employment preparation which will hopefully lead to future employment opportunities in the Pine Rivers and Logan area. ➤➤Tel: 3257 1972 ➤➤accco.com.au
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HOT OPTION FOR GAP YEAR STUDENTS planning to take a gap year are being encouraged to learn key skills now so they are work-ready once they finish school. Certifications in the Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) and the Responsible Conduct of Gambling (RCG) are common among those taking a gap year but barista courses are also increasingly popular, Barista Basic Coffee Academy principal Matthew Gee says. “If you do the RCA, the RCG and a coffee course, then those are the big three that will get you a pretty quick job in Australia,” he said. Australia is world renowned for its coffeemaking and many young people find the conditions as
a barista are preferable to working in a bar. “More and more people don’t want to work in a smelly pub overseas, where it’s late hours and it’s not that well paid,” Mr Gee said. “Cafe work is considered to be a better job – cafes have a trendy vibe and they’re a comfortable environment compared to a dingy pub on a dark street corner.” It is becoming increasingly common for school leavers to defer their tertiary studies, with about a quarter of Australian school-leavers now opting to take a gap year. Hospitality
Institute of Australasia chief executive Brendan Power said spending that year working in hospitality was a “no-brainer”. “Everywhere you go in Australia and around the world there are venues serving food and beverages that need staff,” Mr Power said. He said while RSA certification was a legal requirement for those serving alcohol, food safety courses were also highly sought after. “It’s also very useful in gaining an understanding of food preparation, storing and cleanliness of facilities,” he said. RSA, RCG and barista courses typically take less than a day to complete.
Higher Level Skills and Certificate 3 Guarantee Program. Funded through QLD Government Certificate III in Early Childhood Education & Care (CHC30113) Cost: $540 or $270 * Certificate III or IV in Education Support (CHC30213 or CHC40213) Cost: $510 or $255 * Diploma of Early Childhood Education & Care Cost: $1,120 or $560 * Diploma of School Age Education & Care Cost: $1,000 or $500 * Do you want a career in early childhood education? Outside School Hours Care? Education Support? Our courses will provide you a career pathway into Education & Care Award Winning & Industry Recommended Training Study options include external or in class. Traineeships & Apprenticeships Training available *subject to eligibility
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REFLECTING its commitment and consistent academic effort to excellence in education, of the students. Rothwell Loreto College Coorparoo has Whiteside “With support and Mango Hill propelled to be one of the top encouragement from their Joyner Petrie Scarborough Griffin 20 academic schools in the friends, teachers, 2 families, Bray Park Strathpine state, thanks to the outstanding mentors and the caring staff at Bald Hills graduated Brendale results of the college’s 2015 Loreto, our students Brighton graduates. as confident and capable young Eatons Hill Sandgate Carseldine One third of the cohort women, making a difference Shornecliffe Albany Bridgeman Downs achieved an OP 1-5 and two for good in ourAspley world,” Mrs Creek 3 thirds achieved an OP 1-10, Ferny HillsHamilton said. Geebung Boondall Banyo placing Loreto College 19th onFerny Grove “Loreto students achieve Chermside Northgate Kedron the honours list of Queensland’s high levels of academic success, Nundah Stafford Wooloowin 1 Clayfield top academic schools. whilst maintaining balance.” Enoggera Newmarket areLutwyche Following these results, 97 Students encouraged to 4 Ascot Wilston per cent received first round involve themselves in enriching QTAC offers with 82 per cent of co-curricular activities including these students receiving their an extensive range of sports first or second preferences. at school, state and national Loreto principal Cheryl levels; plentiful social justice Hamilton said the impressive opportunities including mission honours list was a true reflection immersions to Vietnam and of the hard work, determination Timor Leste; extensive cultural
highlights, such as Bulimba Murarrie the Sydney drama tour, international 2 Hawthorne Cannon Hill cultural immersions, 5 East Brisbane Tingalpa biennial musical and 3 Manly stage productions and 4 West Thorneside Carina numerous local, state Wellington Point Birkdale 1 Coorparoo and national music tours. “The college’s Belmont Ormiston 6 Chandler comprehensive and vibrant Alexandra Capalaba educational program enables Hills Mackenzie each student to use her Burbank Thornlands individual gifts with confidence, Sheldon creativity and generosity, cementing the college’s reputation for empowering and Vict Po motivating young women,” Mrs Hamilton said. “Make your move and Redland Ba discover the perfect balance Mt Cotton for your daughter at the Loreto College open day, Sunday, ➤➤Tel: 3394 9999 July 31.” ➤➤loreto.qld.edu.au
STUDENTS READY FOR UNIVERSITY LIFE SENIOR students at Lourdes Hill College in Hawthorne are getting a taste of university life early, thanks to the recent establishment of the school’s senior hub. The contemporary space has been developed in response to research findings stating today’s senior secondary students respond well in a learning environment that allows them to be both independent and social. College principal Robyn Anderson said the senior hub allowed students to become accustomed to tertiary life. “The senior hub has been designed
especially for our Years 11 and 12 students to prepare them as best we can for their years after school,” Ms Anderson said. “The facility includes a kitchenette and a range of independent and collaborative working spaces, allowing students to interact and learn in a more social environment than the traditional library. “The hub also includes a careers centre, an academic mentoring centre and a mini conference space for larger group meetings and presentations.” Ms Anderson said new scholarships
would be available to two Year 10 students in 2017. “This is the first time in the college’s 100-year history that scholarships will be offered to students,” she said. “The scholarships will provide a rare opportunity for two Year 10 students to experience the wonder of senior school life at Lourdes Hill College.” Lourdes Hill College is an independent Catholic school for girls in Years 7-12, with a population of around 1250 students. ➤➤Tel: 3399 8888 ➤➤lhc.qld.edu.au
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2 LOURDES HILL COLLEGE 86 Hawthorne Rd, Hawthorne Phone: 3399 8888 Website: lhc.qld.edu.au Email: admin@lhc.qld.edu.au Education level: Years 7-12 Annual fees: Visit website Gender: Girls
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Moorooka 1 Mt Gravatt “BOYS and girls learn, grow and develop in Moreton Bay Boys’ College provides an Salisbury Wishart adventure sports program exploiting its beautiful different ways. Tailoring a holistic educational Macgregor bayside location. experience for each gender, provides a unique Sunnybank With mountain bike riding, windsurfing, rock opportunity for students across the bayside.” Rochedale and many other Acacia Ridge climbing, motocross That is the view of James Sloman, executive Runcorn the students of Moreton principal of Moreton Bay College and Moreton Pallara offerings, Algester Springwood Kuraby Bay College and Moreton Bay Bay Boys’ College. Calamvale Slacks Boys’ College can explore a “Parallel learning allows students at the Creek 2 Daisy Hill Logan wide varietyCentral of activities as well Moreton Bay Colleges to benefit from the best of Parkinson as traditional sports. both single sex learning and co-educational socialHillcrest Meadowbrook Cornubia “The synergy Marsden and opportunities opportunities,” he said. Tanah Carbrook available by having two schools Loganholme Merah “There is a comprehensive educational provide the best experience for every child at each of the colleges. working together to Waterford opportunities for boys and girls is Eagleby Logan Reserve Beenleigh “In sport, Moreton Bay College as one of the where we excel at the Moreton Bay most established girls’ schools in Brisbane, offers Mt Warren Colleges,” Mr Sloman said. Park elite level competition through the QGSSSA “Brother and sister school, merely (Queensland Girls Secondary Schools Sports minutes apart by car, offering quality Association). educational opportunities for both boys “There are established school programs in and girls. Together we are stronger.” swimming, track and field, artistic and rhythmic ➤➤Tel: 3390 8555, 3906 9444 gymnastics, aerobics, sailing, equestrian, and
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GRADUATES LEADING THE WORLD INSPIRED by the Anglican Church Grammar School’s academic programs, Churchie graduates are finding their place in the world. Two Churchie graduates have been listed in the 2016 Forbes 30 Under 30 Asia for Healthcare and Science list. Graduating in 2005, Andrew Lin co-founded CliniCloud, a
company that has developed a device to turn a smart phone into a stethoscope or a thermometer. Also listed is 2015 graduate Ivan Zelich, who co-created a theorem that has the potential to prove complex theorems about the universe. Headmaster Alan Campbell said Churchie was excited
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THROUGHOUT the history Carina Thorneside Wellington of education, generations Point Birkdale 1 Coorparoo have never known the speed of change that has been Belmont Ormiston 6 experienced over the past Chandler decade, according to Ormiston Alexandra Capalaba College headmaster Brett Hills Mackenzie Webster. “As technology continues Thornlands Burbank to evolve, it is imperative that Sheldon methods of teaching and learning progress, advance and redevelop,” he said. Victoria Point “Ormiston College is proud to be a school that is acknowledged for its leadership the fourth best academic driven programs on a spacious and innovative educational performing secondary school in Redland campus that offers state of the Bay programs, providing students Brisbane by QCAA (Queensland art facilities. with the competence and Curriculum and Assessment “As one of the top Mt Cotton expertise required for success in Authority) and Better Education independent co-educational the 21st century. website, students at Ormiston schools in Queensland, College are given every “Being Greater Brisbane’s commonly measured by opportunity to succeed. first fully-fledged Microsoft NAPLAN and OP scores, “They receive constant Worldwide Showcase School, Ormiston College is the school encouragement from with four Microsoft innovative choice for those parents wishing dedicated staff; enjoy a sense educational experts on staff, to provide the best opportunity of belonging, work in an places the college at the for the future of their children.” environment that is happy and forefront of innovative teaching ➤➤Tel: 3821 8999 secure; sharing an atmosphere and learning, as reflected in our where school spirit is strong and ➤➤ormistoncollege.com.au/ student outcomes. are offered stimulating studentshowcase “Recently ranked as
5 ANGLICAN CHURCH GRAMMAR SCHOOL Oaklands Pde, East Brisbane Phone: 3896 2200 Website: churchie.com.au Email: admissions@churchie.com.au Education level: Prep-Year 12, boarding, Years 7-12 Annual fees: Visit website Gender: Male Open days and times: Annual open day in April. Registrar tours and headmaster’s tours are throughout the year. Call admissions to organise a time. Religious affiliation: Anglican
6 ORMISTON COLLEGE 97 Dundas St West, Ormiston Phone: 3821 8999 Website: ormistoncollege.com.au Email: enrloments@ormistoncollege.com.au Education level: Early learning centre; Prep-Year 12 Annual fees: Prep-Year 4, $10,344; Years 5-6, $10,624; Years 7-12, $12,324 Gender: Co-educational
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1 MARIST COLLEGE ASHGROVE 142 Frasers Rd, Ashgrove Phone: 3858 4555 Website: marash.qld.edu.au Email: marist@marash.qld.edu.au Education level: Years 5-12 Annual fees: Junior School, Years 5-6, $7350 per year; Middle School, Years 7-10, $9150 per year; Senior School, Years 11-12, $10,350 per year; Boarding, Years 7-12, $18,900 Gender: Boys Open days and times: See website for college tour times Religious affiliation: Catholic
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STRENGTHS AND ABILITIES TO THE FORE MARIST College Ashgrove was established in 1940 by the Marist Brothers. The college is set on 22ha in Ashgrove and is a mix of day and boarding students from Years 5 to 12 who receive a Catholic education in the Marist tradition. Headmaster Peter McLoughlin said Marist College Ashgrove provided boys with a well-rounded education that promoted both academic excellence and character building. “We value each boy for his strengths and abilities,” he said.
“Our aim is to help our students find and develop their passions and talents, and grow from boys into great men of faith, wisdom, integrity and compassion. “We are a community that values our traditions while embracing new technology, ideas and opportunities. “We have an extensive co-curricular program on offer, including music, performing arts, debating and sports. “Our range of vocational education and training courses has been developed to cater for Years 11 and 12 students
who wish to directly enter the workforce after senior year. “We offer weekly and fulltime boarding for boys from Years 7 to 12 in a family-style environment. “Our boarding community is a diverse, close-knit group. Experienced staff take an active role in the pastoral care of the boys. “Our college has extensive facilities and resources available for boys to explore. “Our classrooms offer a dynamic space for teaching and learning that incorporates the latest tools and technologies to
ensure boys leave with useful life skills. “The library provides access to countless databases and resources, while the heated Olympic-size swimming pool, seven sports fields, track and field precinct, six tennis courts, gym, multi-purpose indoor and outdoor courts, purpose-built music, arts and drama centres present unlimited choices and opportunities for boys to achieve their personal best across the academic and cocurricular spectrum.” ➤➤Tel: 3858 4555 ➤➤marash.qld.edu.au
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