A Day In The Life Of A Prep At Canterbury College
A Day In The Life Of A Prep At Canterbury College
Our Prep students experience a hands-on learning approach, both enjoyable and immersive. Our high-quality curriculum ensures that our teaching and learning program is rigorous and enjoyable, offering specialist lessons in Spanish, Music, Digital Technology and Physical Education.
The College has a strong commitment to developing values and behaviours that foster the growth of independent and resilient children. Being an inclusive community that promotes high expectations and supportive relationships allows our students to build character and aspire to be the best they can be.
We hope you enjoy this short video showcasing our Prep students' activities in their day-to-day experiences here at Canterbury.
2022 Winter Music Festival: 1-15 June Concert Details
2022 Winter Music Festival: 1-15 June Concert Details
We are pleased to announce the dates for Canterbury’s 2022 Winter Music Festival, which showcases and celebrates the outstanding work of our music ensembles with five concerts throughout June.
Event Overview
Please visit the Performing Arts Page for more specific information.
The following information outlines arrival and concert times, meeting rooms and uniform requirements for all students involved in our Winter Music Festival.
Concert 1: Wednesday 1 June – Symphonic Splendour: Performing Arts Theatre
Meeting Time | Concert Begins | Concert Ends | Ensemble | Meeting Room | Teacher |
5:30pm | 6:00pm | 7:30pm | Ritornello | M12 | Ms Munoz |
Percussion Company | M5 | Miss Fung | |||
Big Band | M6 | Mr Temple | |||
Symphonic Band | M6 | Mr Temple | |||
Sinfonia | M12 | Mrs Lee |
Concert 2: Friday 3 June – Heavenly Voices: Performing Arts Theatre
Meeting Time | Concert Begins | Concert Ends | Ensemble | Meeting Room | Teacher |
5:30pm | 6:00pm | 7:30pm | Bella Voce | M6 | Ms Marcus |
Trio Bellissimo | MS01 | Mr Li | |||
Taipan Tenors | M5 | Ms Sutton | |||
Concert Choir | M3 | Dr Peddell | |||
Cantabile | M1 | Dr Peddell |
Concert 3: Wednesday 8 June – Panorama (was Mezzo Kaleidoscope): CEC
Meeting Time | Concert Begins | Concert Ends | Ensemble | Meeting Room | Teacher |
5:30pm | 6:00pm | 7:00pm | Year 6 Band | CEC | Mr Temple |
Beginner Band | CEC | Mr Temple | |||
Bravura Strings | CEC | Ms Munoz | |||
Junior Choir | CEC | Mrs Weber |
Concert 4: Friday 10 June – Friday Night Rocks: Arts Centre Amphitheatre
Meeting Time | Concert Begins | Concert Ends | Ensemble | Meeting Room | Teacher |
5:30pm | 6:00pm | 8:00pm | Rock Bands | Studios/Rooms | Mr Lane |
AGB | M5 | Mr Lane | |||
Junior Guitar Ensemble | M6 | Mr Lane | |||
Guitar Ensemble | M6 | Mr Lane |
Concert 5: Wednesday 15 June – Kaleidoscope: CEC
Meeting Time | Concert Begins | Concert Ends | Ensemble | Meeting Room | Teacher |
5:30pm | 6:00pm | 7:00pm | Year 3 Strings | CEC | Ms Munoz |
All Star Strings | CEC | Ms Munoz | |||
Allegro Strings | CEC | Ms Kondo | |||
Junior Singers | CEC | Mrs Weber |
Junior School Friday Wrap-Up: Friday 13 May 2022
Junior School Friday Wrap-Up: Friday 13 May 2022
Dear Parents and Carers,
Thank you to our families for their patience at drop-off and pick-up time during this wet weather.
I hope that all in our community are able to keep safe and dry as this rain event passes over us.
This week our Year 3 and Year 5 students - with the support of their Classroom Teachers and some of our Learning Assistants - under the organisation of Mr Jonathon Wheatley, sat their Writing, Reading and Conventions of Language NAPLAN tests.
Well done to our students for adapting to the formal online testing format.
Next week, the students will sit their final test in Numeracy, and time will be provided for any catch-up testing required due to student absences.
Winter Uniforms
This week brought out the Winter Uniforms on campus along with plenty of umbrellas.
A reminder that students are to wear their formal jumper with their formal uniform.
I understand that The School Locker's Loganholme Store and our on-campus Uniform Shop have very low stock of these jumpers.
So if you have not yet purchased one, your child/ren are welcome to wear a sport jumper or jacket until the next round of stock arrives.
Please inform your classroom teacher if this is the case.
Musical Rehearsals
The first rehearsal of The Lion King principal cast was held this week after school, which consisted of a table-read of the entire show.
Our cast members performed wonderfully, giving a glimpse into what to expect on performance day.
Book Fair Volunteers
Anita Pendreigh - Head of Libraries and Information Services, is looking for volunteers to help out at the Book Fair which will be held from 8 - 11 June.
A pre-event meeting will be held at our Yalburru Community Cafe on Tuesday 24 May.
Please email Anita on to express your interest.
It Takes A Village Partnership Program - Think U Know Online Safety Parent Information Session
A reminder that next Wednesday 18 May Senior Constable Mitch Collins will be on campus running an information session for parents around online safety for children.
The session will run from 8:30am followed by a question and answer session in our Discovery Centre.
If you plan to attend please RSVP vis this link.
Upcoming Dates
Monday 16 May 6:00pm | Prep 2023 Parent Information Session |
Tuesday 17 May | Year 3 and Year 5 NAPLAN Numeracy |
Wednesday 18 May | 'It Takes A Village' Partnership Program - Think U Know Online Safety Parent Information Session |
Saturday 21 May | Junior TAS Round 4 |
Please ensure to maintain contact with your Classroom Teacher/s, or get in touch with Brittany, Jonathon or myself at any time.
Your updates, feedback and family stories are always welcome.
Yours faithfully
Michelle Leftwich
Head of Junior School
2022 Canterbury Under 8s Day! - Friday 3 June | Your Invitation & Timetable
2022 Canterbury Under 8s Day! - Friday 3 June | Your Invitation & Timetable
Dear Parents and Carers,
Please find below and attached your invitation and timetable for our wonderful annual Under 8s Day! to be held on Friday morning 3 June 2022.
The LIVE RSVP Online Form is incorporated into the attached PDF or PLEASE SIMPLY CLICK HERE!
See you there!
Kind regards,
Mrs Brittany Sinclair
Assistant Head of Junior School (Wellbeing)
Year 7 Outdoor Education Camp 2022 - Wednesday 13 July 2022 | Registration Deadline - Wednesday 8 June 2022
Year 7 Outdoor Education Camp 2022 - Wednesday 13 July 2022 | Registration Deadline - Wednesday 8 June 2022
Dear Parents and Carers,
This notice includes general information and a weblink to our Outdoor Education provider’s website, where you will find everything you need to know about the Year 7 Outdoor Education Camp program, including a registration form that MUST be completed by Wednesday 8 June 2022.
Please find below details for this Year 7 Camp:
Camp Departure Date & Time: 8:00am Wednesday 13 July 2022.
Camp Departure Location: Please gather outside Secondary School Administration / Q Block.
Camp Location: Adventure Alternatives, Booloumba Creek Road, Kenilworth.
College Return Date & Time: 3:15pm Friday 15 July 2022.
College Pick-Up Location: Old Logan Village Road Gate / Secondary School Admin Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
Canterbury staff, in partnership with Adventure Alternatives, aim to provide positive, safe and challenging outdoor experiences for students.
The purpose of the Year 7 Camp Program is to develop positive relationships within each student's self, their peers, the environment and with adventure.
Activities are specifically targeted to the theme Connections - where students are, by nature of the task, required to physically and emotionally trust and support each other.
The focus throughout the program works through appropriate behaviours and attitudes, as they impact our vital connections day-to-day.
Your son or daughter will be required to bring specific equipment for the camp, and it is imperative that they bring ALL the required items listed on the portal below.
As weather conditions can be variable, it is particularly important that suitable weatherproof clothing is packed, as the program will continue during inclement conditions.
To help us prepare for your son's or daughter’s experience, an online portal has been prepared below.
The following link will take you to the Adventure Alternatives website, where you will be able to register, and provide any of your son's or daughter’s medical and dietary needs prior to the program commencing.
In addition, it provides some background information on the program and other requirements.
Year 7 Outdoor Education Camp - Registration Portal.
Please ensure this online registration is completed by 11:59pm Wednesday 8 June 2022.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your son's or daughter’s teacher to discuss in more detail, or the Director of Student Development - Mr Chris Nield, on (07) 3299 0843 or email
I hope this information is useful for assisting your child to prepare for an enjoyable outdoor education experience.
Yours faithfully,
Mr Chris Nield Mrs Rebecca Adamson
Director of Student Development Head of Senior School
Canterbury Second-Hand School Uniforms: Buy Sell Swap Meet IV | THIS Saturday Morning 21 May
Canterbury Second-Hand School Uniforms: Buy Sell Swap Meet IV | THIS Saturday Morning 21 May
What: Canterbury Second-Hand School Uniforms: Buy Sell Swap Meet IV.
A Parents Event Proudly Supported (Again) By Canterbury College.
When: 8:00am - 11:00am, THIS Saturday 21 May 2022.
Where: Canterbury College – Canterbury Functions Centre, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford (building photos attached).
For New Parents - Location: Building near the Athletics Track and Sports Hall.
Parking: Please use the Sports Precinct Gate on Old Logan Village Road for the nearest carpark.
Who: For ALL Canterbury Families!
Trestle Tables: Provided for parents and volunteers to buy, sell and swap school uniform items.
Corner Cubicles: Provided for separate boys and girls changerooms.
Option One: Bring your second-hand Canterbury school uniform items to sell or swap yourself at the meet.
If so, please register for your trestle table by emailing OR calling Lisa Foster with your full name, mobile number and rough number of items – | Tel: 07 3299 0807.
Alternatively, you can add your own price tags with your contact number and the sales will be credited to your Parent Account with the school.
Option Two: Donate your second-hand Canterbury school uniform items to the College for volunteers to sell with our BIG THANK YOU!
During Office Hours – Please deliver your clothing items to ANY Administration Office: Junior School Admin, Secondary School Admin or Corporate Services Admin.
After Office Hours (4:00pm - 9:00pm) – Please deliver to Corporate Services Admin ONLY.
Please text or call Stephen Buckley when at the front glass doors for office entry after hours – Mob: 0401 086 387 or please leave your bagged or boxed items by the front glass doors.
Uniform Pricing
Parents selling uniforms themselves can naturally decide their own item prices on the day.
Donated uniforms will not be specifically ‘priced’ so that purchasing parents can pay whatever they can afford or feel is reasonable.
Our goal is NOT making money BUT getting these second-hand uniforms into the hands of parents who need them!
Please Note: ALL profits from donated school uniforms will be split 50/50 between the Canterbury College Sport Supporters Group and Performing Arts Supporters Group. THANK YOU!
This is a CASH PREFERRED EVENT.
Parents selling items themselves will need their own cash float or Square Card Reader.
College donated items can be purchased preferably by cash, but Canterbury will provide a portable EFTPOS machine.
Please Note: Canterbury’s Saturday morning J/TAS Trimester Two sport will be running at the same time on the various ovals, up at the Canterbury Taipans Tennis Centre, in the nearby Sports Hall, plus over at the CEC on High Road.
NB: The Technology Precinct toilets at the rear of the Trade Training Centre will be open for use – please follow the signs.
A Message From Mrs Yvette Peterson:
“Thanks to COVID, there remains some new Canterbury uniform item supply delays.
That means there are still new students at the school, as well as those who moved up from Junior into Secondary, that may not have all their required uniform items.
As a parent at the school, I wanted to make a call out to the Canterbury Community for anyone that may have old uniforms gathering dust in their cupboards – from past student alumni or from kids who’ve outgrown them – that could help make another student feel more comfortable on campus.
January’s and February’s meets were a big hit with parents, so we’re hosting another one to help even more families.
But we REALLY need more Secondary School uniforms donated or put on sale at the meet.
And please spread the word about this event – THANK YOU!"
🚨 NEWS FLASH: ALL J/TAS Sport Fixtures CANCELLED THIS Saturday 14 May 2022 🚨
🚨 NEWS FLASH: ALL J/TAS Sport Fixtures CANCELLED THIS Saturday 14 May 2022 🚨
https://youtu.be/lPhRKFB6Rpc
ALL TAS and Junior TAS Sport Fixtures are CANCELLED THIS Saturday 14 May 2022.
And Mr Maxfield is back!!!
Want To Join Our Canterbury Art Club??? Get In Quick!
Want To Join Our Canterbury Art Club??? Get In Quick!
Do you like being creative?
Do you want to learn some new skills while connecting with other creative students?
Well... Come along to the weekly Art Club!
What: Canterbury Art Club!
When: 3:30pm - 4:30pm, EVERY Tuesday Afternoon During Term 2.
Where: Room M27.
Who: For Secondary School Student Art Lovers.
Cost: FREE!
RSVP: Please email your Expression Of Interest to Ms McCalman or Ms Kruttschnitt BEFORE 3:00pm THIS Monday 16 May 2022.
Ms Lauren McCalman: Head of Faculty - Creative Industries -
Ms Suzi Kruttschnitt: Teacher - Creative Industries -
We will ONLY be taking a small number of students so please get in quick!
We look forward to seeing you there...
Prep 2023 Parent Information Evening
Prep 2023 Parent Information Evening
Dear Parents and Carers,
Our Head of Junior School Mrs Michelle Leftwich, warmly invites you to attend our Prep 2023 Parent Information Evening.
Parents and Carers with children entering Prep in 2023 at Canterbury College are most welcome to attend this extremely useful session.
When: 6:00pm - 7:00pm, THIS Monday 16 May 2022.
Where: Junior School Library Discovery Centre - Canterbury College.
- Entry & parking via the High Road Gate on High Road, Waterford.
Please RSVP by 11:59pm THIS Friday 13 May 2022 via THIS Humanitix weblink.
Canterbury Business Network Breakfast
Canterbury Business Network Breakfast
This morning we held the Canterbury Business Network Breakfast at our Canterbury Functions Centre Restaurant with Guest Speaker Jill Gray, a successful Program Manager at the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training.
This networking event is an excellent initiative to learn more about business and connect with like-minded individuals.
If you would like to learn more, please visit: www.business.qld.gov.au
The full 40 image gallery can be found on our Facebook page HERE