At the heart of a thriving learning community is the genuine inclusion of student voice. In 2026, our College is taking an important step forward by strengthening how students contribute to decision making, leadership and community life across our campuses.

Central to this work is the establishment of a multi campus Student Representative Council, bringing together student leaders from across the College to collaborate, share perspectives and advocate for their peers. This shared structure strengthens connection between campuses and ensures that student voice reflects the diversity of experiences across our community.

We are also […]

HELP CREATE OUR 140 YEAR CELEBRATION ART QUILT

To help mark 140 years of our community, we are delighted to be collaborating with our 2026 Artist in Residence, Mae Finlayson, on a special Community Art Quilt project.

Inspired by the history, memories and connections shared across Methodist Ladies College, Oakburn College, Scotch College and Scotch Oakburn College, this collaborative artwork will bring together contributions from across our community to create a meaningful legacy piece […]

Our Elphin Houses came together last week for their first House Together@Elphin sessions with their House Heads,  Milly Clark (Dean), Sarah Shaw (Nance), Rebecca Ballard (Briggs), and Louise Ockerby (Fox).

The morning was filled with energy as students from Prep to Year 5 gathered in their Houses to connect with others, strengthen their sense of belonging, and celebrate their House identities. Many Year 12 student executive members supported the event, alongside our dedicated Year 5 House Captains.

Students enjoyed learning and performing a range of House chants and engaging in moments of shared expression. It […]

On Thursday our College community saw a wonderful example of cross campus connection when two of our Year 12 Wellbeing Captains, Reinard Fourie and Herleen Thompson, visited the Early Learning Centre to run a special session with our four-year-old learners. The focus of the morning was emotional regulation, taught through Tedology — a playful, evidence informed framework developed to help young children understand and manage their feelings.

Tedology uses simple language, storytelling, and age appropriate activities to help children recognise emotions, name what they are experiencing, and learn strategies to calm their bodies […]

JOURNEY TO NARNIA!

We are excited to announce that the 2026 Middle School Play will be The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, based on the beloved novel by C. S. Lewis – and will be directed by Renee Bakker.

Step through the wardrobe and into the magical world of Narnia, where four ordinary siblings – Peter, Susan, Edmund and Lucy – discover a land frozen in an endless winter under the rule of the White Witch. Along the way, they meet unforgettable characters including the noble lion Aslan, loyal Mr Tumnus, and a […]

Kicking off the Inter-House Carnivals at Elphin, students in Years 3–5 enjoyed a great day at the Aquatics Centre at the ELphin Inter-House Swimming. The day was filled with excitement, enthusiasm, and an incredible display of school spirit.

One of the highlights of the carnival was seeing our College Value of Courage on full display. Many students bravely stepped out of their comfort zones to compete in events, try new races, or get involved for the first time.

The atmosphere throughout the venue was electric. Our Year 12 students led the way, proudly chanting and […]

Last week marked the beginning of this year’s Year 5/6 Summer sports roster.

Students were able to choose from a variety of options, including tennis, cricket, speedball, ultimate frisbee, water polo and touch football. Following a training session, the roster has now commenced, with teams competing at a variety of venues across Launceston.

With a focus on respect, sportsmanship, and trying their best, students have embraced the challenge of working with new coaches, playing alongside different classmates, and competing against students from a range of schools.

While some students have chosen to refine their skills and […]

House chants echoed around the Elphin Campus on Tuesday as students participated in the Year 2 Aquatic Showcase. With a focus on fun and participation, students proudly showcased their HPE learning to family and friends.

The event provides a stepping stone to the Inter-House Swimming Carnival next year, giving students the opportunity to sit in House areas, marshal for events, and swim in front of a crowd.

A special thank you to the Year 5 House Captains, who organised and supported students throughout the afternoon.

Peter Williams
Head of Elphin Campus

Over the past week our senior students have been auditioning for this year’s production: Hadestown – Teen Edition and we are delighted to share the cast with you. Our Senior students will bring the award-winning musical to the stage this August.

Featuring a cast of 30 talented students, the production will run from Wednesday 12 August to Friday 15 August and promises a powerful theatrical experience combining contemporary folk, jazz and blues-inspired music with a timeless myth.

Hadestown retells the ancient Greek story of Orpheus and Eurydice. When Eurydice is drawn into the industrial […]

At Scotch Oakburn College, our values are far more than words displayed on walls or printed in handbooks , they are the foundation of who we are as a learning community. Each day, our students bring these values to life through their interactions, choices, and contributions. Their actions reflect the character we aim to nurture: young people who are compassionate, courageous, respectful, and committed to making a positive difference.

As a College, we are proud to acknowledge and celebrate the many moments ,big and small, when students demonstrate what it truly means to […]