Year 7 at Canterbury

 Discover Queensland’s Best Year 7 Program

Canterbury offers your son or daughter a very broad Year 7 curriculum, featuring student choice in three languages and a stimulating program of challenging academic programs, featuring eight rotational subjects not seen elsewhere.

“Year 7 so far at Canterbury has been great because of all the amazing friends that I have made and also because of how nice and supportive the teachers all are. There are so many amazing activities and opportunities on offer too, which has made my experience even better.” Coby

CORE SUBJECTS

PLUS A CHOICE OF:

PLUS THESE SUBJECTS,
TWO PER TERM:

English

Health and Physical Education

History
Mathematics
Science

French or
Mandarin or
Spanish

Business, Economics and Entrepreneurship

Digital Solutions
Drama

Food and Hospitality

Geography

Industrial Technology Skills

Music or Music Extension

Visual Art

Year 7 students are part of the Canterbury 1:1 Device Program, where they are provided with a Surface Pro 7 and all the programs, apps and IT support they need for an enhanced digital learning experience throughout their Secondary Schooling years.

My start at Canterbury has been amazing. All the teachers and students are so helpful and supportive, I love it here. It is great to be given a device and I enjoy using the stylus for writing. My favourite subjects so far are Drama and Philosophy and I have joined the netball team and dance group.”  Elissa

Year 7 student on a tablet
Emu Gully Camp

Year 7 camp is held over 3 days at Emu Gully.  This camp focuses on the development of House spirit, teamwork and resilience.

Here the students are required to become more self-sufficient, cook their own meals and sleep independently in their own tents.  Students have to work cooperatively in House groups to navigate physically, and at times emotionally, demanding scenarios, learning to rely on their team mates.

Camp was the best, a great experience, I loved all the challenges. I am on the basketball and netball teams and my favourite subject so far was Food and Hospitality as I have learnt how to cook fried eggs to make at home for my family on weekends.Monique

Canterbury recognises the significance of Year 7 as a foundation for a student’s transition and entry into Secondary Schooling. With a pastoral care approach established on compassion, community and respect, the vision is to strengthen this significant milestone for a Year 7 student.

Vertical form classes provide a safe, caring and supportive learning environment championed by enthusiastic pastoral care staff who help students build their confidence through strong positive relationships with peers and adults.

Being in a form class with Year 12s is great. My favourite place to hang out with my friends is the Secondary Library, and we use the interactive screens.Locklann

Canterbury is a member of The Associated Schools (TAS) for Years 7 – 12, the leading coeducational sporting competition in South East Queensland, who stage a wide variety of team sports throughout each year.

The TAS sporting year is broken into three Trimesters:

Trimester 1
Boys Cricket and Volleyball
Girls Basketball, Football and Tennis

Trimester 2
Boys Rugby and Tennis
Girls Hockey and Netball

Trimester 3
Boys Basketball and Football
Girls Touch and Volleyball

Along with Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics Carnivals held throughout the year.

Other sports students can also participate in include:

  • Rugby 7s (boys and girls)
  • AFL (boys and girls)
  • Gym (boys and girls)

I have played volleyball and rugby so far this year. I love Thursdays, for our Wellbeing class, where we get involved in great Form activities such as trivia. My favourite subject so far has been Industrial Technology, as it has been very hands on, using the machinery in the woodwork classroom.Riley

Admissions sport students
Admissions sports students
Admissions arts students

The Canterbury Arts Academy is one of Queensland’s most awarded school Arts programs. The Academy provides students interested in the Arts with a broad, specialised program, giving student artists the chance to explore and excel in their chosen discipline.

The Studio Tuition Program offers lessons with specialist trained staff in orchestral and band instruments, voice, guitar, piano, acting, drama and dance.

I love all the Arts opportunities. I play the flute and am involved in singing and drama. I am learning so much in Year 7, all while having fun.Morgan

Secondary School Co-Curricular Arts opportunities include:

Bands – Wind Symphony, Stage Band and Jazz Ensemble

Chamber Music – ARTISTrio, Clarinet Choir, Flute Ensemble and Saxophone Ensemble

Choral – Girls’ Chorale, Boys’ Vocal Group and Cantabile

Strings – Allegro Strings, Bravura String Orchestra, Sinfonia String Orchestra and Ritornello

Rock School – Acoustic Girls Band, Guitar Trio, Guitar Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble and Rock Bands

Theatre – Drama Ensemble and Theatre Company

Dance – Canterbury Dance Artists, Radiance Dance, Hip Hop Crew and Illumination Dance Ensemble

Year 7 students have two Orientation Days in Term 4 of the year before they commence, to experience Canterbury life, get to know the staff, students and campus, and to start to form the friendship bonds that will last them throughout their Secondary Schooling years.

“I have really enjoyed today. From the scavenger hunt to war cries; I liked it all. I have met every person in my House, and I can’t wait to see them again next year.”  New Year 7 student

“During the day, I felt like a Canterbury student. I was nervous at the start and thought I wouldn’t make friends but it was way easier than I thought.”  New Year 7 student

Download the Welcome To Year 7 Booklet

Enrol in Year 7

Year 7 is a major intake year at Canterbury. Typically two additional classes are added at this year level.

First round offers for Year 7, 2025 will be made in October 2023, with a second offer round in April 2024.

“Everything we’ve heard about the wonderful things going on at Canterbury is true. The wellbeing, academic and co-curricular focus is impressive and every student has their chance to shine in the House system.” Gavin, Year 7 2020 parent.

NEW: Year 7 Buddy Program Days are coming soon.

Register your Year 6 child’s interest to spend a day in Year 7 at Canterbury by emailing

“Year 7 so far has been a BLAST! I have enjoyed meeting my teachers and other students. I feel like I have more freedom here to just be me.” Jhett