Calling All Boys To The Dance Floor In 2025 | BoyZone (Years 3-6) & BoyzCrew (Years 7-10)
Calling All Boys To The Dance Floor In 2025 | BoyZone (Years 3-6) & BoyzCrew (Years 7-10)
At Canterbury, we value the importance of creating a positive culture for boys to engage in our Dance Program.
Dance offers boys a chance to build physical strength, coordination and flexibility while fostering creativity and self-expression.
It also encourages teamwork, overall fitness, discipline and focus, while providing a supportive environment for boys to develop confidence, challenge stereotypes, and explore movement in a team environment.
There are multi-faceted benefits of dance for boys, from physical health to social and emotional growth and wellbeing.
So boys are warmly encouraged and strongly welcomed in all our dance ensembles.
We offer two specialist teams in BoyZone and BoyzCrew both led by Mr Brown.
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BoyZone: Junior School Boys (Years 3-6) | BoyZone MyCC Homepage CLICK HERE
This ensemble is dedicated to the enjoyment of dance by teaching choreography in a safe and supportive environment.
We welcome boys of all experience levels in Years 3-6 into this highly enjoyable dance class.
Wednesdays, 3:30pm – 4:30pm @ Junior Dance Studio – C03
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BoyzCrew: Senior School Boys (Years 7-10) | BoyzCrew MyCC Homepage CLICK HERE
This ensemble focuses on movement created specifically for boys, to enhance their coordination, gross motor skills, musicality, confidence, teamwork and self-expression.
Thursdays, 7:00am – 8:00am @ Senior Dance Studio – M12
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Online registrations are NOW OPEN via Clipboard for 2025.
These dance lessons commence in Week 2 of Term 1.
For any questions, please email Mrs Cathy Brown -
Mrs Cathy Brown
Teacher & Dance Coordinator
2025 ELC & Prep Little Groovers Dance Ensemble Registrations | Open 8am THIS Friday 17 January Via Clipboard
2025 ELC & Prep Little Groovers Dance Ensemble Registrations | Open 8am THIS Friday 17 January Via Clipboard
Online registrations for the 2025 Little Groovers Dance Classes for ELC and Prep students will open from 8am THIS Friday 17 January via Clipboard.
We recommend registering early as spots are expected to fill quickly.
If the class you wish to join is full, please join the waitlist.
If a vacancy becomes available, you will be contacted by the Dance Coordinator and offered the placement.
Little Groovers (ELC – Prep) MyCC Homepage
Little Groovers is a dance class designed specifically for students in the ELC and Prep to experience the joy of dancing at the College.
The goal of this team is to build a love of music, dance and movement in a safe and fun environment.
Through participation, children build confidence, independence and a sense of accomplishment.
2025 Dance Class Schedule:
Prep: Fridays, 3:30pm – 4:00pm @ Junior Dance Studio - C03
ELC: Fridays, 4:00pm – 4:30pm @ Early Learning Centre
For any questions, please email Mrs Cathy Brown -
Mrs Cathy Brown
Teacher & Dance Coordinator
2024 Semester 2 Spark Learning Expo | Highlights Video
2024 Semester 2 Spark Learning Expo | Highlights Video
https://youtu.be/NNaBvzZaXjw
Back on Friday 8 November in Week 6 of Term 4, our Canterbury Events Centre buzzed with education, curiosity and excitement for the 2024 Semester 2 Spark Learning Expo.
And here is the highlights video, following our original November news story and photo gallery, with students explaining their projects in their own words.
Exciting news about our 2025 Spark Program is coming early next year so please stay tuned…
RELATED NEWS: 2024 Semester 2: Spark Learning Expo | Event Wrap + Photo Gallery
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What is SPARK?
SPARK is an elective-based ‘hands-on’ curriculum for Years 5 and 6 students unique to Canterbury.
Each semester, our students choose a particular subject to study.
Then, students from both year levels are combined into the same classroom and taught by relevant staff.
SPARK is about building curiosity, encouraging students to try something new, and providing an exceptional opportunity to embark on their learning journey as part of their ‘World Ready’ Canterbury education.
When does SPARK occur?
SPARK happens once weekly, with students encouraged to continue learning beyond the classroom.
How does SPARK link to the Australian Curriculum?
SPARK focuses on the Australian Curriculum’s general capabilities, critical and creative thinking, personal and social capability, ethical understanding and intercultural understanding.
How can I see my child’s learning?
The Junior School hosts a learning exhibition at the end of each semester, where all students will have something to exhibit based on their SPARK sessions.
2024 Semester 2 Report Cards: Years 7-11 | NOW Available Via Parent Lounge
2024 Semester 2 Report Cards: Years 7-11 | NOW Available Via Parent Lounge
Dear Parents and Carers,
Semester 2 Report Cards for Years 7-10 and Unit 2 Report Cards for Year 11 can now be accessed via Parent Lounge.
Please find the attached photo 'Accessing Student Reports' which contains instructions on how to access our Report Cards.
The Report Card provides an overview of an individual student’s academic progress, summarising the continuous assessment results visible on MyCC throughout the semester.
Within each subject you will find individual task results, an overall grade and an Approach to Learning grade.
A cohort distribution graph is also included, with the individual student’s grade highlighted, showing their performance relative to the rest of their year level.
In Years 7-10, students receive an overall grade on a five-point scale of A-E.
In Year 11, students receive a Unit 2 grade of Satisfactory, Unsatisfactory or Not Rated, in line with the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) requirements.
The subjects of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Psychology have awarded BOTH Units 1 and 2 as either Satisfactory, Unsatisfactory or Not Rated.
Students studying VET and competency-based subjects have been provided with a progress result.
Please refer to MyCC or contact the Subject Teacher for more detailed information regarding competencies.
If you have any queries, please email the Senior School Office -
Yours faithfully
Mr Mitchell Staples
Assistant Head of Senior School (Academic)
Year 6 End Of Year & End Of Junior School Festival Day | Event Wrap & Photo Gallery
Year 6 End Of Year & End Of Junior School Festival Day | Event Wrap & Photo Gallery
To celebrate the final school day of Term 4 and 2024, and their last day in Junior School, our Year 6 students enjoyed a fun-filled Festival Day engaging in various group activities.
This popular annual tradition brings joy across the whole cohort, while strengthening their social and emotional bonds with each other, as they transition to the next chapter of their school journey in the Senior School.
Explore the happy moments from their special day on our Facebook Page HERE.
2024 ELC – Year 2 End-Of-Year Christmas Concert | Photos & Performance Videos Now Available
2024 ELC – Year 2 End-Of-Year Christmas Concert | Photos & Performance Videos Now Available
Last Friday evening 22 November, our youngest performers lit up the stage for the 2024 ELC – Year 2 End-Of-Year Christmas Concert held inside the CEC.
The evening was filled with yuletide joy as our ELC, Prep, Year 1 and Year 2 students charmed the large and eager audience with their delightful singing and dancing.
Congratulations to all the students for their hard work in rehearsals, and for their wonderful performances on the night, and thanks to their dedicated teachers for guiding them over the past few weeks.
We also wish to thank our parents, carers and families for coming together to celebrate this much-loved event, which consistently draws one of our larger crowds of the year.
The performance videos for each year level are now available on MyCC, and the full photo gallery can be viewed on our Facebook Page HERE.
Our Class Of 2024 | Year 12 Guard Of Honour & Graduation Ceremony Highlights Video
https://youtu.be/pxfxWYpA8wU
Relive the pride, emotion and joy of this time last week, with our highlights video from last Friday morning’s wonderful whole College Guard Of Honour and Graduation Ceremony.
We wish our Class Of 2024 all the very best with their future endeavours!
Term 4, Week 7 Junior School Assembly Highlights | Red & Silver Colours Awards, Music Fest Awards, AMEB Exam Results & Feliz Navidad Song
Term 4, Week 7 Junior School Assembly Highlights | Red & Silver Colours Awards, Music Fest Awards, AMEB Exam Results & Feliz Navidad Song
On Thursday afternoon (Week 7), our Junior School held its final Assembly for 2024 in the CEC, celebrating a range of excellent achievements.
Firstly, we recognised students’ accomplishments across Canterbury’s four dimensions of Academics, Performing Arts, Service & Leadership, and Sports & Activities.
Congratulations to all students who earned their Red and Silver Colours badges and certificates.
Gold Colours will be presented during the 2024 Junior School Speech Day THIS Tuesday morning 19 November at the CEC.
Next, our talented young music students proudly presented their gold and silver trophies to Principal Mr Dan Walker, showcasing their success in the recent Music Fest competitions.
Also, we announced our 2024 AMEB: Australian Music Examinations Board results.
So congratulations to all our award recipients.
Additionally, we held our final ‘Gotcha Prize’ Draw for 2024.
The Gotcha Prize is awarded to students who embody our school values – from showing effort and trying their hardest in class, to demonstrating integrity by being honest, and engaging in difficult conversations.
Lastly, our Prep students delighted the audience by singing ‘Feliz Navidad’ or ‘Merry Christmas’, a song they practiced throughout Term 4 in their Spanish language classes.
Well done to everyone involved as this year rapidly draws to a close…
For more photos, please visit our Facebook Page HERE.
2024 Year 12 Valedictory Dinner | Event Wrap & Photo Gallery
2024 Year 12 Valedictory Dinner | Event Wrap & Photo Gallery
On Wednesday evening 13 November, our major event – the Year 12 Valedictory Dinner, was held at the Logan Entertainment Centre to honour and celebrate our wonderful Class of 2024.
Throughout the night, we proudly presented Canterbury Colours Awards along with Major Awards in the areas of sport, culture, community and leadership.
Congratulations to all our Year 12s, and especially those award recipients on their remarkable achievements.
We also celebrated our 13 and 14-year Canterbury families with special gifts, recognising they have been part of our community since their children started in our Kindy and Prep all those years ago…
The evening was a ‘feelgood’ memorable occasion, featuring delicious canapes, main course dinner, themed cupcake desserts, drinks and a heartwarming photo slideshow of student and school moments across the past 14 years.
And… there was a very entertaining room-wide game of Kahoot! assembled and hosted by College Principal Mr Dan Walker himself, using pop culture questions and Canterbury-related trivia questions from 2012 onwards, played between the tables of parents, carers, students and staff.
A special thank you to Year 12 students Emerald Kaing, Alec Dyer, Nina Burton, Alex Hamilton and JJ Hamilton, who shared their cherished reflections from their Canterbury journeys.
Please see below for the full list of award winners on the night.
Gold Colour Awardees From Previous Years
Grace Coy, Jackson Holland, Tylah Marshall, Ellerah McPhail, Lara Mead, Alex Orbitz, Hannah Peddell, Ella Reed, Lilly Rider, Claire Sanderson, Sarah Walker, Jazz Webb, Jasmine Wheatley, Joshua Williams.
Silver and Gold Colour Awardees From 2024
Alec Dyer, Ella Furlong, Jorja Lockhart, Angelina Som.
Gold Colour Awardees From 2024
Nina Burton, Kaylee Tamala.
Major Awards
The Archbishop’s Award: Ella Furlong, Inushi Witharanalage
Australian Defence Force Future Innovators Award: Lucas Consolati
Senior School Spiritus Award: Kaylee Tamala
Senior School Sports Person Of The Year Award: Aaliyah Frescon-Sheppard
Senior School Arts Person Of The Year Award: Hannah Peddell, Jasmine Wheatley
Quota Club Of Beenleigh Quiet Achiever Of The Year Award: Samuel McKee
Long Tan Leadership Award: Ella Furlong
Ampol Best All-Rounder Award & Hayden Prior Memorial Prize: Lilly Rider
For more photos from this event, please visit our Facebook Page HERE.