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 […]
Senior School – T1 W5 2025
The College year is now in full swing, with students and staff settling into a productive rhythm. The new building and Amphitheatre are outstanding additions to our College environment, enriching the learning experience and fostering a stronger sense of community. In the Senior School, our focus this term is on courage and living honourable lives—qualities […]
Junior School – T1 W5 2025
Building Strong Partnerships At our College, we believe that a strong partnership between home and school is essential for the success and well-being of your child. As we continue our journey through the term, I want to emphasise the importance of open and regular communication between you and your child’s teacher. Together, we can create […]
Health and Wellbeing – T1 W5 2025
Empowering Friendships with URSTRONG If you were able to come to our recent ‘Meet the Teacher’ nights in the Junior School, you would have heard that we are using the URSTRONG friendship program this year as part of our Personal Development and Health units. We are using this to help empower our students with a […]
Music – T1 W5 2025
Exciting Music Events Year 4 Students Chose Their Instruments – Week 4 In Week 4, Year 4 students had the exciting opportunity to choose the instrument they would learn throughout the year. From trumpets to flutes, and clarinets to percussion, there were plenty of options to explore. It was a wonderful chance for young musicians […]
Teaching and Learning – T1 W3 2025
Being Courageous in Learning and in Life At OPAC, we believe that courage is a cornerstone of personal growth and success. Courage is not only about facing our fears; it is also about persisting in the face of challenges, managing distractions, taking risks, trying new things and remaining open to new learning. According to Guy […]
Senior School – T1 W3 2025
OPAC Camp Adventures I had the pleasure of joining Year 10 on their 3-day Urban Challenge through the city—a whirlwind adventure across buses, light rail, ferries, and plenty of walking, stretching from Bondi to Manly. We camped on Cockatoo Island and stayed at the Youth Hostel in The Rocks. In essence, it was an ‘adulting’ […]
