Introducing Canterbury’s Health and Medical Science Pathways Program (HMSPP)
Introducing Canterbury’s Health and Medical Science Pathways Program (HMSPP)
Canterbury College is proud to announce the launch of our Health & Medical Science Pathways Program (HMSPP) – a flagship initiative preparing students for future careers in Allied Health, Medical Science, Medicine, and Dentistry.
Launching in 2026, the HMSPP will give students access to real-world learning through partnerships with hospitals, universities, and health professionals. It combines classroom excellence with hands-on experiences, mentoring, and university preparation, ensuring every student is ready to thrive in one of Australia’s fastest-growing industries.
The HMSPP program will be led by Mrs Rebecca Musk, who is overseeing partnerships and programs with universities, hospitals and allied health providers. This exciting new initiative is a key part of our Student Pathways Department, which continues to evolve under Director, Mrs Tracey Clarke, in pursuit of our World Ready mantra.
Students will benefit from opportunities including clinical placements, guest lectures, research projects, and tailored support for university entry, from Certificate III pathways through to competitive medical degrees.
Explore the HMSPP: https://canterbury.qld.edu.au/hmspp/
2025 Spring Music Festival | Two Evenings of Music, Mastery and Joy
2025 Spring Music Festival | Two Evenings of Music, Mastery and Joy
Earlier this month, our Junior School community gathered for one of the most anticipated events on the Performing Arts calendar, the Spring Music Festival.
Held across two evenings, the festival provided students from Years 3-6 with a warm and supportive platform to showcase the skills they have developed throughout the year. Just as in previous years, these concerts highlighted the strength of our classroom music programs and the breadth of opportunity available to our young performers.
The first instalment, Panorama, featured the Year 5 Band, Year 6 Band, Junior Concert Band, Allegro Strings, Bravura Strings and the Junior School Choir. Students delivered a polished and energetic program, showcasing their growing ensemble skills and musical expression - a proud milestone for performers and families alike.
The second evening, Kaleidoscope, brought together Year 3 Strings, All Star Strings and the Junior Singers. This concert highlighted the joy and confidence of our youngest musicians, offering a vibrant program that celebrated teamwork, early musicianship and the excitement of shared performance.
These evenings continue to be a hallmark of the Junior School calendar; a celebration of talent, persistence and the powerful role music plays in building a vibrant, connected school community.
We congratulate every student who performed and thank our staff for creating such inspiring opportunities for our young musicians.
2025 Alumni Reunion | Classes of 1995, 2005, 2015, 2020 & 2024
2025 Alumni Reunion | Classes of 1995, 2005, 2015, 2020 & 2024
An afternoon of connection, celebration, and Canterbury spirit
Our 2025 Alumni Reunion brought together graduates from the Classes of 1995, 2005, 2015, 2020, and 2024 - along with former staff - for a beautiful afternoon at Bar Pacino overlooking the Brisbane River.
Here’s to rekindled friendships, shared memories, and our proud Canterbury legacy!
2026 Year 7 Orientation
2026 Year 7 Orientation
Welcoming Our Newest Senior School Students
This term marked an exciting milestone as Canterbury College welcomed both our current Year 6 students and families joining us for the first time to our Year 7 2026 Orientation Days. These sessions are a key part of our transition program, supporting students to begin their Senior School journey with confidence and connection.
Across several engaging days, students stepped into their new House communities, completed short diagnostic assessments, enjoyed team-building activities, and experienced the rhythm and expectations of Senior School life.
A Warm Introduction to Senior School Life
Orientation Day 1 centred on belonging. Students participated in House-based activities, met key staff, and began forming relationships that will support them into 2026. Parents also attended a valuable session with the Rites of Passage Institute, exploring ways to guide their children through this important stage of development.
Orientation Day 2 focused on academic readiness, with literacy and numeracy tasks followed by one of the most anticipated parts of the transition experience – the Senior School Expo.
A Showcase of Canterbury’s Vibrant Senior School
The Senior School Expo continues to be a standout moment in the program. Held in the Sports Hall, it brings together displays from Academics, Sport, The Arts, Service, Leadership and Care Central.
A highlight each year is the involvement of our current Senior School students. Their enthusiasm, guidance and pride in their College provide an authentic, hands-on introduction to the opportunities ahead for our incoming Year 7s.
Belonging Through the House System
A significant part of entering Year 7 at Canterbury is stepping fully into the College’s House system; one of the most supportive and identity-building elements of Senior School life. Students remain with the same Head of House, Assistant Head of House and Form Teacher from Years 7-12, forming long-term relationships based on genuine care and guidance.
Throughout the orientations, it was inspiring to see the depth of House spirit on display as our current students welcomed the new cohort, shared experiences and showcased the interhouse activities, Form Class connections and leadership pathways that shape daily life.
This structure – supported by small, multi-year Form Groups and wellbeing-focused routines - quickly helps new students feel part of something bigger as they settle into Senior School.
Looking Ahead
These Orientation Days are just the beginning of each student’s Senior School journey. Early in 2026, families will come together again for their House Liturgy and Breakfast, another important step in building community.
We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2031 back to campus next year as they begin this exciting new chapter in their Canterbury journey.
2025 Year 9 Outdoor Education Camp
2025 Year 9 Outdoor Education Camp
Recently, our Year 9s completed their three-day Outdoor Education camp at Kenilworth with Adventure Alternatives.
Upon returning to campus, they gathered in the Performing Arts Theatre for a special Returning Ceremony, where they were welcomed by parents, Heads of House, Outdoor Education staff, and our 2026 Year 12 Leaders. During the ceremony, students received their inaugural Year 9 coffee cups, marking their new privilege of accessing the Yalburru Café.
2025 Friday Night Rocks
2025 Friday Night Rocks
Our Rock School students took to the stage recently for Friday Night Rocks, showcasing their talent, teamwork and passion for live music.
What an incredible night filled with sound, spirit and Canterbury pride!
2025 Year 9 Start Up Industry Professional Feedback Session
2025 Year 9 Start Up Industry Professional Feedback Session
Recently our Year 9 Start Up students demonstrated their creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurial skills at their Industry Professional Feedback Session.
The event gave students a platform to showcase their ventures, connect with industry experts and community members, and receive valuable feedback to guide their next steps. Students also gained meaningful insights during the panel session with our panel of industry professionals, who shared their experiences and advice on launching successful ideas.
We extend our sincere thanks to our guest panel members:
- Michelle Martin | LinkedIn, Small Business Adviser, Logan City Council
- Jarred Turner | LinkedIn, Program Manager, Future Anything
- Michael Cross | LinkedIn, Canterbury alumnus and CEO and Co-Founder of LiveQ
Congratulations to our student emcees Jiya Arun and Daniel Riordan, and to our student panel chairs Sehajreet Sidhu and Lennox Corlett, for their confident and engaging leadership throughout the event.
The Start Up curriculum provides students with practical experience in entrepreneurship and enterprise, helping them develop essential business skills, collaborate effectively, and turn creative ideas into tangible outcomes. Many students are now working with manufacturers to refine their prototypes and bring their products closer to market.
We thank our industry professionals and community guests for their generous support and encouragement of our young innovators.
2025 Battle of The Rock Bands
2025 Battle of The Rock Bands
Canterbury rocked the stage once again at the annual @battleoftherockbands, hosted by Clairvaux MacKillop College earlier this month.
A huge congratulations to our band, True Bearing, who were named Runner Up for Most Outstanding Band, and to Mikael Sandanayake, who received Most Outstanding Drummer!
2025 Senior School Co-Curricular Awards Night | Event Wrap & Photos
2025 Senior School Co-Curricular Awards Night | Event Wrap & Photos
We recently hosted the 2025 Senior School Co-Curricular Awards Night, celebrating outstanding achievements across both our Performing Arts and Sport & Activities programs.
It was a fantastic evening showcasing the exceptional talent, teamwork and dedication of our Years 7-12 students.
We were also pleased to welcome Mitchell Young – former NBL player and General Manager of Logan Basketball – as this year’s guest speaker. Mitchell shared engaging reflections on his journey both on and off the court, offering valuable insight and inspiration to our students.
Congratulations to all our Co-Curricular Award recipients. A heartfelt thank you to the parents, carers and families whose ongoing support makes every rehearsal, training session, match, performance and competition possible.
World Teachers’ Day 2025: The Demands and Distinctions of Modern Teaching
World Teachers’ Day 2025: The Demands and Distinctions of Modern Teaching
Teaching in 2025 is a fundamentally different profession compared to a generation ago. The role has expanded, the expectations have intensified, and the complexity has deepened. Today’s teachers must be agile thinkers, emotionally attuned mentors, and highly skilled communicators. They are expected to respond to diverse learning needs, manage the social dynamics of their classrooms, and stay ahead of rapid changes in technology and pedagogy.
This work is intellectually demanding. It requires deep content knowledge, constant professional learning, and the ability to design and redesign and adapt lessons that are both rigorous and relevant. Teachers must think strategically, reflect critically, and pivot continuously. It is also psychologically taxing. The emotional labour of teaching: supporting students through challenges, maintaining classroom culture, and balancing care with accountability, is significant and often invisible.
At Canterbury, we are fortunate to have a staff who meet these challenges with clarity, purpose and compassion. They choose this work not because it is easy, but because it matters. They choose to invest in the whole student, embracing our Four Dimensions – Academics, Sport, Performing Arts and CLS (Character, Leadership and Service) – as a serious holistic framework for education.
What sets Canterbury apart is not just the quality of classroom teaching itself, but the school culture they create. It is a culture of high expectations, deep care, and shared responsibility. Our staff understand that success is not just about academic results, though these are fundamentally important. It is about helping young people become compassionate, confident and optimistic contributors to their communities.
On World Teachers’ Day, I want to express my sincere gratitude to our teaching staff. Their work is complex, demanding and deeply personal. They show up every day with energy, insight and integrity. They do this not for recognition, but because they believe in the transformative power of education and the innate quality of the young people we work with.
To our teachers: thank you for choosing to dedicate your life to the development of future generations. Thank you for choosing to work at Canterbury.
Dan Walker
College Principal
