We talk a lot about supporting children’s mental health through relationships, routines and emotional skills, and rightly so. What we are increasingly learning, however, is that what we eat also plays a powerful role in how we feel, think and cope.

Over the past decade, world‑leading Australian research from Deakin University’s Food & Mood Centre has shown that good nutrition is not just important for physical health, it is one of the most effective and accessible tools we have to support mood, wellbeing and resilience across all ages.  Food and […]

Our Brixhibition event at Elphin is always popular and this year has been no exception.  With 75 entries there were plenty of amazing designs to view. Student voting saw 233 students provide their thoughts with 932 votes cast. Congratulations to our 2026 winners:

Year 4-5 – Otto Maxwell McGinn (Zelda – The Master Sword)

Year 2-3 – Isabella Perraton (Fun day at the beach fair)

Prep-1 – Margot Streefland (Hair salon and movie night in the pool)

Early Learning – Mason Sawyer (Pirate Dragon Fort)

The entry with the overall number of votes was Otto’s ‘Zelda – […]

Join the Scotch Oakburn College team and enjoy a great day out!  The Launceston Running Festival on Sunday 31 May has something for everyone.  Choose from:

Peppers Silo Half Marathon (21.1km)  – 8:00 am
Liv Eat Mile (1609m) – 8:30 am
Tamar Chiro Launceston 10km – 10:00 am
The Athletes Foot 5km Run or Walk – 10:20 am

Take it slow or challenge yourself. Register using the team name ‘Scotch Oakburn College’ and join the fun.

An opportunity for students in Years 7 to 12 and parents to meet with a range of careeer exhibitors to ask questions and find out more about study pathways an career opportunities.

Athletics

NSATIS Athletics Carnival – Penguin | 24 March 2026

In a highly competitive environment, with challenging conditions throughout the day, Scotch Oakburn athletes responded with determination and purpose across all age groups. Students demonstrated courage by stepping into unfamiliar events at short notice, backing themselves in key moments and competing strongly against quality opposition. This willingness to challenge themselves for the benefit of the team was evident across both track and field events.

A major highlight of the carnival was a record breaking performance by Maia Barritt (Girls Under 13), who set a new NSATIS […]

We are pleased to provide a community news section in our news highlighting events in the wider Launceston community that may be of interest to families. Included this week:

• Hockey – Power up your umpiring skills
• Brixhibition – 2 & 3 May
• Tasmanian Institute of Sport Talent Identification program – ages 14-20
• Just Swim Holiday Intensive Prgram – ages 4 – 12

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Over the past term, it has been a pleasure to engage in several conversations with senior students involved in our Rowing program, many of whom have spoken thoughtfully and confidently about their goals for the term and the year ahead. These discussions have served as a timely reminder of the power of aspirational goal setting and the important role it plays in both personal growth and collective success.

Goal setting is a valuable life skill. At its best, it provides clarity, direction and motivation, helping young people to look beyond the immediate and […]

It’s been a busy Term for sport. Our Head of Sport, Ali Foot, provides an update as we approach the end of the summer sport for Term 1.

Our Year 6 students have recently begun voluntary visits to a local Aged Care facility, engaging with residents and developing a community connection. Those students who have visited Respect (Fred French) Care Home say each trip is both rewarding and eye‑opening, offering a unique chance to connect with residents whose life experiences enrich their understanding of community. Students are forming meaningful bonds – whether through shared stories, collaborative activities, or simple conversations that bridge generations.

Many students encounter moments of genuine inspiration during their visits, as the residents’ humour, resilience, and warmth play a substantive role in […]

On Thursday 19 March the Elphin Campus was alive with colour, culture, and connection as students came together to celebrate Harmony Day, a special time dedicated to inclusivity, respect, and the message that everyone belongs.

To commemorate Harmony Day, buddy classes joined together for lunch eating time to appreciate the traditions and cultures that make up our community and also proudly wore traditional cultural dress or a cheerful splash of orange. The day highlighted the rich diversity within our College and the pride students take in their heritage.

Early Learning Erina students have also been exploring their Belonging […]