As part of the Let’s Talk About Series, St John’s recently hosted a parent workshop exploring the topic of effective study techniques for students in Years 7 to 12. Study strategies encompass learning approaches alongside developed competencies and abilities crucial for effective information processing and retention. Rooted in Cognitive Neuroscience, the study explores how the brain
As the newly appointed Global and Service Learning Coordinator at St John's Anglican College, I am excited to unveil the dynamic initiatives and opportunities ahead. This role is committed to nurturing our students' global citizenship, social consciousness, and personal development. In my role I orchestrate enriching experiences that extend far beyond the confines of the
The symbolism of the Year of the Dragon, representing prosperity, strength, and confidence, resonates perfectly with the ethos and journey of St John’s International College. Established in the year 2000, the International College commenced with eight short-term Korean students and now is highly regarded as a tier-one High School Preparation Course. The international student numbers
Positive student wellbeing and successful learning share a mutually reinforcing relationship. A nurturing environment that fosters wellbeing significantly enhances academic outcomes, while successful learning experiences, in turn, bolster student wellbeing by promoting a sense of accomplishment, fulfillment, and overall satisfaction with their educational journey. The St John’s Faith Mission and Wellbeing Centre on the Secondary
As we approach the end of another remarkable year at ABCC, it’s with great enthusiasm that we reflect on the growth and development of our ABCC services. Over the past year, our team has been hard at work, dedicated to reviewing and improving practices to ensure our services stay up to date whilst continuing to
In a bid to promote sustainability, St John's has introduced the Containers for Change initiative. This move comes as a response to the alarming statistics that reveal over 75% of waste on Australian beaches is plastic. Every minute, the equivalent of 170 wheelie bins of plastic are dumped into the ocean globally, amounting to 10
In an evening brimming with enchantment, three talented students from St John's took centre stage in late August as their compositions were brought to life by the Queensland Symphony Orchestra (QSO). Bao Tran Nguyen, Bella Kennedy, and Isaac Wang participated in the QSO's composer workshops earlier this year and saw their creations flourish into captivating
After fifteen years of use, the NAPLAN testing program underwent a significant change for the 2023 school year. Earlier changes to an online format were followed by a major change in how student performance on the tests is reported. Prior to 2023, NAPLAN performance was reported using a 10-point band scale; however, this was changed
Committed to fostering a strong sense of community, St John’s has recently unveiled its latest addition, "The Deck," a lovely new facility designed to enhance student experiences and connect parents in a welcoming and relaxed environment. The completion of The Deck on the Junior School has left students buzzing with excitement as they make the
St John’s is set to take centre stage as it prepares to host the prestigious 2023 International Conference for Adolescent Success. This much-anticipated event, organised by a not-for-profit association dedicated to young adolescents' education in the Middle Years, promises to be a gathering of minds seeking to reimagine learning and working in this crucial stage
