Junior School – T1 W9 2025
From Harmony Day to the Dance Floor As a whole College approach to improve the safety and flow of students and traffic in the afternoons, the College is conducting a brief trial to see if bringing Junior School students out ten minutes earlier will help alleviate the congestion and make the afternoons safer. You will […]
Teaching and Learning – T1 W7 2025
Embracing the Learning Zone Imagine being a child trying to learn how to ride a bicycle for the first time. At first, you feel excited but also a bit scared. You wobble, fall and feel frustrated. This experience is a perfect example of stepping into the Learning Zone and encountering the Learning Pit. The Learning Zone is a concept […]
Senior School – T1 W7 2025
At Oran Park Anglican College, we believe education goes beyond the classroom—it’s about shaping students into thoughtful, kind, and responsible individuals. This week, we reflect on the importance of standing up for others through small acts of kindness, celebrate the generosity of our students who proudly represented the College on Open Day, and share a […]
Health and Wellbeing – T1 W7 2025
Teaching Children to be Courageous As we continue our series on teaching our children to be courageous, we recognize the importance of empowering the next generation. International Women’s Day, celebrated on March 8, acknowledges the accomplishments of women across the globe while promoting gender equality. It serves as a powerful reminder of the need to […]
Principal – T1 W7 2025
Celebrating a Successful Open Day What an incredible day we had at our recent College Open Day! It was a joy to welcome so many prospective families onto our campus, where they had the opportunity to experience firsthand the heart and soul of our vibrant learning community. From the moment visitors arrived, they were greeted […]
Duke of Ed Spotlight – T1 W7 2025
Year 9 Students Begin Their Bronze Award At the start of this term, our Year 9 students set out on an exciting adventure as part of their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh Award. The students headed to Camp Sommerset for their practice adventurous journey, a key component of the program that helps them develop important outdoor […]
Music – T1 W7 2025
Music at Open Day Last Saturday at Open Day our talented music students performed a variety of pieces, showing off their hard work and dedication. Visitors had the chance to see firsthand the amazing talent within our school community. It was a day filled with music, excitement, and school spirit. The Senior Concert Band impressed […]
Junior School – T1 W7 2025
Proud to be a part of OPAC Last Saturday we opened the gates of our College to the wider community to showcase the learning, values, buildings and facilities, and the fabulous students who make up our OPAC family. There was so much excitement from our Junior School students as they waited for each tour group […]
Principal – T1 W5 2025
Keeping Students Safe: Important Drop-Off & Pick-Up Reminders It has been wonderful to see students settling into the routines of Term 1 with enthusiasm and joy. Classrooms are buzzing with curiosity and deep learning, friendships are flourishing, and we have already enjoyed some fantastic events that showcase the vibrant life of our college community. From […]
Teaching and Learning – T1 W5 2025
Learning is Not a Competitive Sport: A Message for Students Is the race to a high ATAR all that matters? Are other students competitors rather than teammates? Are they opponents who might potentially grab your university spot, scholarship, or job? If your answer to these questions is yes, then you need to view your education […]
