Our Scotch Oakburn dancers were very lucky to attend a viewing of Tasdance’s latest work, Double Slink recently. This professional duet, featuring Slinkys as tactile partners, explores analogue play and the human need for connection in an increasingly screen-driven world. The performance was immersive and interactive and was thoroughly enjoyed by all students.

Following the performance, senior school dancers participated in a workshop led by Tasdance Creative Director Adam Wheeler, alongside the professional dancers. Students learnt choreography from the live work and engaged in discussion about the rehearsal and creative process. Elements of this experience will be […]

URSTRONG’s whole-school friendship strategy has improved the social climate in schools around the world, connecting over 1 million kids, parents, and teachers with a common language of friendship. We are proud to be a URSTRONG School, empowering your children with friendship skills through their award-winning Friendology friendship skills curriculum.

All Early Learning to Year 5 families are invited to attend ‘The Language of Friendship’, a parent-child workshop, on Monday 25 May, 6:00 pm – 7:15 pm in the Horton Auditorium (Penquite Campus). Tyson Greenwood, Director of URSTRONG (named one of Australia’s Most Influential […]

During the recent Term break, 29 students and staff travelled to Singapore for the College’s first dedicated Creative Design Industries International Experience, a trip designed to immerse students in art, design, architecture, food and fashion within one of Asia’s most culturally vibrant cities.

From the moment the group arrived, Singapore provided a rich learning environment where students could see creative industries in action. Visits to the Singapore Art Museum and City Gallery introduced students to the country’s evolving art scene and the remarkable development of Singapore’s cityscape over the past 40 years. These experiences […]

It’s an exciting time for our Performing Arts community, with a full calendar of events showcasing the creativity, talent, and dedication of our students. Families and community members are warmly encouraged to attend and support these performances across dance, music, and drama.

Kicking things off is the Dance Showcase on Tuesday 2 June, featuring students from Years 6 to 12. This vibrant evening will highlight a wide range of styles, including contemporary, jazz, hip-hop, and lyrical, celebrating both emerging and advanced dancers. The showcase reflects months of hard work and collaboration, offering an […]

Our TCE Economics class recently stepped beyond the classroom to attend an engaging session hosted by Newton and Henry. The Student Budget Breakdown brought the 2026 Federal Budget to life, giving students a clear and accessible insight into how it shapes the economy.

Chaired by Beth Makaryn, the session brought together a range of expert voices. Warren Hogan from Judo Bank shared thoughtful insights into the impact of inflation and the risk of crowding out the private sector, both of which are key ideas we have been examining in our studies. Kieran Walsh […]

Inclusion, character strengths, emotional regulation, effective communication and teamwork were at the heart of our inaugural Year 8 Wellbeing Day, held last Friday.

While Year 8 students from Fox and Briggs were engaged in their Packing Day in preparation for their upcoming Education Outdoors experience to Mt William National Park, students from Dean and Nance were immersed in a series of purposeful and engaging wellbeing activities designed to build both personal understanding and collective responsibility.

Throughout the day, students rotated through five interactive sessions, each offering a unique opportunity to reflect, learn and grow. A highlight was hearing from […]

Middle and Senior School students brought plenty of energy, skill and House spirit to the HPEC this week as they competed in the Inter-House Futsal Competition during lunchtimes.

The tournament began on Wednesday with a fierce contest between Dean and Nance. Both teams showed determination throughout the match, with strong play across the court. Dean’s goalie, Oliver Wooley, made several impressive saves, while Archie Woolcott was also a standout performer. For Nance, Clementine Gee worked hard to keep the ball in possession, while the Munoz Lagos […]

Earlier this year, I was fortunate enough to travel to South Africa and attend St Stithians Girls’ College for two and a half months. I truly enjoyed every moment of the experience.

The school’s culture was incredibly welcoming and respectful, and the traditional war cries were a memorable and unique part of school life. During my stay, I had the opportunity to explore different parts of South Africa, from the city to the bush, where I was lucky enough to see the Big Five and many other animals.

Another significant part of the experience was seeing the contrast in […]

For the past eight days, Scotch Oakburn College has proudly welcomed a group of nine students and two teachers from our sister school in China, Beijing Jingshan School. The partnership between the two schools began in 2015, and over the years both schools have enjoyed several reciprocal visits, helping students build lasting friendships and intercultural understanding.

During their stay in Tasmania, the visiting students were immersed in many aspects of College and community life. Hosted by generous families, the students experienced Australian culture firsthand while also sharing their own language and […]