Our TCE Outdoor Leadership class headed to Freycinet recently for a three-day bushwalk around the peninsula.

The students completed all the planning for the trip, including logistics, budget, menus, risk management, and equipment. Once on the trip they took turns in leading different sections of the trip, doing all the navigation and ensuring they managed the group well.

Although there were a couple of light showers on the first day, fine weather prevailed for the rest of the hike. It was a fantastic trip in a beautiful part of the world, and all students thoroughly […]

This August, travel to the underworld and back in a powerful, moving, and unforgettable production of Hadestown: Teen Edition, performed by our talented senior students.

With a stunning contemporary folk-inspired score and a timeless story of love, hope, and resilience, this Broadway sensation is brought to life by some of Scotch Oakburn’s brightest young performers.

Wednesday 12 to Saturday 15 August
Horton Auditorium, Scotch Oakburn College
Tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/hadestownteen

Whether you’re a theatre lover, music enthusiast, or looking for a fantastic night out, this is a production you won’t want to miss.

August is not far […]

As Term 2 and Semester 1 draws to a close, it is an opportunity to celebrate the many ways our students have lived out our College Values of Respect, Responsibility, Compassion, Commitment and Courage.

Across both campuses, students from Early Learning to Year 12 have demonstrated these values through service, leadership and community involvement. Students have participated in National Reconciliation Week activities, served as leaders at the Elphin Inter-House Cross Country Carnival, supported younger students through Smith Family Buddy Reading, and volunteered in the community through the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award.

Our students […]

Equestrian

Scotch Oakburn riders were celebrated for their outstanding achievements at the Equestrian Tasmania Awards recently, highlighting both individual success and team selection for upcoming national competition.

Darcy Watkins (Year 3) was awarded Junior Showhorse Member of the Year, recognising her excellent dedication and success in the sport.

The Tasmanian team for the National Interschools Championships in September at Werribee was also acknowledged, with riders presented their team caps. Several Scotch Oakburn riders were named in the team, including Year 12 students Lucy Johnston (captain) and Meg Kilby  (vice captain), Zoe Nichols (Year 9), Aggie Lyne […]

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:

Parent/Carer Workshops

• Just Swim School holiday program

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Over the past fortnight, it has been wonderful to see our Performing Arts students and staff in full flow, performing to packed audiences in the Horton Auditorium. There is something very special about seeing our community come together to celebrate creativity, courage and connection, and last week’s Dance Showcase and Winter Concert provided memorable experiences for all in attendance.

From high-energy Hip Hop through to the precision and grace of Ballet, the diversity of dance on display was outstanding. Our musicians were equally impressive, tackling a wide range of repertoire, from […]

Our After School Chess Club continues to grow in popularity, with almost 30 students attending each Thursday afternoon.

Run by Black Square Chess, the club is supported by two experienced tutors who tailor their teaching to two ability-based groups.

Students are developing their understanding of important chess principles and strategies by exploring famous games, learning how each piece moves and its value, and becoming familiar with key terms such as castling. They are also building knowledge of rules, etiquette, and the correct way to handle the chess board and pieces.

Most importantly, students are enjoying the […]

Our biennial Dance Showcase took place recently before a large audience of parents, friends and staff. Students from Year 6 through to Year 12 showcased many dance styles in a successful evening of rhythm, movement, colour and smiles.  The showcase featured creative contemporary and commercial dance including Hip Hop, Jazz, Lyrical and Tap, and well as traditional forms of dance that reflected the cultural heritage, history, and identity of a particular nation or region, including Classical, Modern, […]

As our Year 10–12 students prepare for mid-year exams, it’s important to remember that these assessments are just one part of the learning journey.

At Scotch Oakburn College, we value growth, resilience, collaboration and the learning process itself. Exams provide an opportunity to demonstrate learning, but they do not define a student’s success.

We encourage all students undertaking exams in the coming weeks to take advantage of the tips provided in this weeks video.

Kate Gard
Director of Teaching & Learning – Penquite

Sarah Lillywhite
Head of […]

PIPES

Congratulations to Zoe, Alison, Seren, and Ayla on their fantastic achievement, progressing from chanter to full pipes! This is a significant milestone, recognising their dedication, perseverance, and musicianship.

Our Pipes & Drums program continues to go from strength to strength, thanks to the outstanding expertise and leadership of David Doyle and Colin Peters. Their commitment to developing our students is inspiring, and it’s wonderful to see the results in moments like this.

We’re excited to see what the future holds as our program keeps growing and flourishing! Stay tuned for more information on how students […]