IMPORTANT UPDATE: 2023 Canterbury Japan Tour | $500 Deposit Due THIS Friday 18 November!
IMPORTANT UPDATE: 2023 Canterbury Japan Tour | $500 Deposit Due THIS Friday 18 November!
Dear Parents and Carers,
Canterbury families with eligible students, have been invited to register for the 2023 Canterbury Japan Tour, taking place in June next year.
An important letter PDF was emailed out last Friday, with information on the destinations, activities and the cost, to eligible students’ parents and carers.
A TASS Event has been created for those families to make their deposit payment, via the MyCC Parent Lounge’s Events & Payments online section.
Students who will be studying the following subjects in 2023 have been invited to attend:
- Japanese
- Senior Geography
- Senior Economics
- Senior Business
To secure your son’s or daughter’s place on the tour, a $500 non-refundable deposit is required by 11:59pm THIS Friday 18 November 2022.
Please contact Mrs Helen Tani, Head of Faculty – Global Studies, if you have any queries – E: | T: 07 3299 0843.
Domo Arigato!
URGENT: 2022 Canterbury Year 12 Valedictory Dinner | 6pm - 9pm, Wednesday 16 November @ Cbus Super Stadium (Robina Stadium) - BOOK NOW!
URGENT: 2022 Canterbury Year 12 Valedictory Dinner | 6pm - 9pm, Wednesday 16 November @ Cbus Super Stadium (Robina Stadium) - BOOK NOW!
What: 2022 Canterbury College Year 12 Valedictory Dinner.
When: 6:00pm - 9:00pm, Wednesday 16 November 2022.
Where: Cbus Super Stadium (Robina Stadium).
- Centreline Place, Robina, Gold Coast.
- This venue is only a short distance from the Robina Town Shopping Centre (approx. 1.4km).
Hinterland Room – Pre-Dinner Drinks and Hors D’Oeuvres.
Coast Room – Main Banquet Style Dinner and Drinks, Formal Speeches and Awards.
Parking: FREE in-stadium parking adjacent to the function space – directions coming shortly.
Who: For ALL Canterbury ‘Class Of 2022’ Year 12 Students and their Parents/Carers.
For invited Canterbury College Executive, Leadership, House and Year 12 Teaching Staff.
Cost: Year 12 Students – FREE.
Parents & Carers – $120 Per Adult Ticket – TWO Adult Tickets available per family.
If you require more Adult Tickets, please contact the Secondary School:
E: | T: 07 3299 0843.
BOOK & BUY YOUR YEAR 12 VALEDICTORY DINNER TICKETS BY CLICKING HERE.
URGENT RSVP: Please book your tickets by 11:59pm THIS Wednesday 9 November 2022.
Dress Code: Year 12 Students – Full Formal Uniform including blazers, with boys to wear long formal pants.
Parents, Carers & Staff – Evening Attire. | Gentlemen - Jackets Optional.
We look forward to celebrating our wonderful ‘Class Of 2022’ together with you, at this fully catered and dynamic event venue.
Event Features:
- Stunning field and night-lit stadium views from the large function room windows.
- Giant stadium screen showing our ‘Class Of 2022’ student highlights throughout the years.
- Entertaining speeches, student awards and presentations.
- Tasty hors d’oeuvres, delicious gourmet main course, then take-home themed dessert cupcakes.
2022 Canterbury Soloists Evening | 6:00pm - 7:30pm, Friday 11 November @ Performing Arts Theatre - Canterbury College | ALL WELCOME!
2022 Canterbury Soloists Evening | 6:00pm - 7:30pm, Friday 11 November @ Performing Arts Theatre - Canterbury College | ALL WELCOME!
What: 2022 Canterbury Soloists Evening.
When: 6:00pm - 7:30pm, Friday 11 November 2022.
Where: Performing Arts Theatre (Arts Centre Auditorium) – Canterbury College.
Best Parking: Via the Easterly Street Gate using the left-hand carpark off the roundabout.
- Plenty of on-site parking.
Who: For ALL Canterbury Students, Parents, Carers & Families.
Hosts: Canterbury Performing Arts Music Faculty – Dr Katrina Peddell & Mr Tim Li.
Cost: FREE Concert!
Dress Code: Students - School Uniform. | Parents & Carers & Families - Smart Casual.
Come and enjoy our best violin, viola, cello, double bass, clarinet, flute and piano playing students LIVE in concert.
For more information:
E: | T: 07 3299 0812
2022 Semester 2: Canterbury Junior School Spark Learning Expo! | 11:25am – 1:30pm, Tuesday 15 November @ CEC | ALL WELCOME!
2022 Semester 2: Canterbury Junior School Spark Learning Expo! | 11:25am – 1:30pm, Tuesday 15 November @ CEC | ALL WELCOME!
What: 2022 Semester 2 – Canterbury Junior School Spark Learning Expo!
When: 11:25am – 1:30pm, Tuesday 15 November 2022.
Where: Canterbury Events Centre (CEC) – Canterbury College.
- Entry via Junior School Gate, High Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of onsite parking.
Who: For ALL Junior School Students and Staff, Parents and Carers, Community Members and Secondary School Staff.
Dress Code: Students – Full School Uniform. | Parents & Carers – Smart Casual.
Cost: FREE EXPO!
RSVPs: Not Required – Please simply attend to see our excited Years 5-6 students’ wonderful Semester 2 Spark project presentations, spanning the following subject areas:
Kidpreneur – Mrs Joelene Anderson
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation – Miss Rhiannon Ottrey
Sustainable Town Planning – Mr Jonathon Wheatley
Critical And Creative Thinking – Mrs Juanita Purvis
Mission To Mars – Mr Jack Mercer
OzHarvest: FEAST – Mrs Michelle Leftwich
Aquatic Biology – Mr Ben Woolacott
Recycle, Repurpose And Reinvigorate – Mr Justin Craane
Eat For Health – Mrs Holly Westphal
Canterbury Capabilities: Kitchen Garden – Mr Paul Penny
Sport Psychology – Mr Ben Maxfield
Contact: For more information, please contact Mrs Joelene Anderson, Coordinator of Academic Care: Years 5-6 -
What is SPARK?
SPARK is an elective-based ‘hands-on’ curriculum for Years 5 and 6 students that is unique to Canterbury.
Each semester our students choose a special 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 for them to embark on their own learning journey, as part of their ‘World Ready’ Canterbury education.
When does SPARK occur?
SPARK happens once per week, with students encouraged to continue their learning beyond the classroom.
How does SPARK link to the curriculum?
SPARK focuses on the Australian Curriculum’s general capabilities, looking at 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.
LAST CONCERT: 2022 Spring Music Festival - Panorama | 6pm - 7:30pm, Tuesday 15 November @ Canterbury Events Centre (CEC) | ALL WELCOME!
LAST CONCERT: 2022 Spring Music Festival - Panorama | 6pm - 7:30pm, Tuesday 15 November @ Canterbury Events Centre (CEC) | ALL WELCOME!
The talented students of the Canterbury College Performing Arts Faculty will entertain you and your family with these FIVE FREE concerts.
All Canterbury Junior School & Secondary School families & guests MOST welcome!
Best Parking:
Performing Arts Theatre (Auditorium) - Via the Easterly Street Gate using the left-hand carpark off the roundabout.
Arts Centre Amphitheatre - Via the Easterly Street Gate using the left-hand carpark off the roundabout.
Canterbury Events Centre (CEC) - Via the Junior School Gate, High Road.
No RSVPs required with COVID campus restrictions lifted.
Dress Code: Students - School Uniform OR Smart Casual for the Friday Night Rocks Concert | Parents & Carers & Families - Smart Casual.
For more information:
07 3299 0812
Dear Parents and Carers,
We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming Year 5 Band Immersion Program performance as part of our Panorama Concert for the 2022 Spring Music Festival on Tuesday Night 15 November 2022.
This concert will feature ALL our students in the Year 5 Band Immersion Program.
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday 15 November 2022
Arrival Time: 5:30pm
Concert Begins: 6:00pm
Concert Concludes: Between 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Venue: Canterbury Events Centre (CEC) - Canterbury College.
- Entry via Junior School Gate, High Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of on-site parking.
Dress Code: Students - Formal School Uniform (no hats) | Parents & Carers - Smart Casual.
Cost: FREE!
The students have been eagerly preparing for this event, and so we look forward to sharing with you the results of their hard work.
If you require any further information, please contact the Performing Arts Department via email - or by phone - 07 3299 0812.
Yours faithfully,
Mrs Michelle Leftwich Dr Katrina Peddell
Head of Junior School Director of Music
2022 Annual Canterbury Alumni Network Year 12 Graduation Breakfast & Final Chapel Service | Wednesday Morning 16 November @ Canterbury Functions Centre & Bush Chapel
2022 Annual Canterbury Alumni Network Year 12 Graduation Breakfast & Final Chapel Service | Wednesday Morning 16 November @ Canterbury Functions Centre & Bush Chapel
What: 2022 Annual CAN: Canterbury Alumni Network Year 12 Graduation Breakfast & Final Chapel Service.
When: Wednesday Morning 16 November 2022.
Canterbury Alumni Network Year 12 Graduation Breakfast: 7:30am – 8:30am.
Year 12 Final Chapel Service: 8:45am – 9:30am.
Where: Canterbury College Campus.
Canterbury Alumni Network Year 12 Graduation Breakfast: Canterbury Functions Centre.
Year 12 Final Chapel Service: Canterbury Bush Chapel.
Best Parking: Entry via Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of onsite parking along the Old Logan Village Road carparks.
Who: For ALL Our Graduating Year 12 ‘Class Of 2022’ Students | Canterbury Year 12 Teaching Staff | Canterbury Executive Leadership Team | Secondary School Executive Group | CAN: Canterbury Alumni Network Committee Members.
Hosts: Canterbury College Principal, Deputy Principal & Secondary School Executive Group.
Special Guest Speaker: Canterbury Alumni Network President & 2017 School Captain Will Glass.
*Includes FREE native seedling gift as a living, growing reminder of your time here at Canterbury College.*
Cost: FREE Breakfast Event!
RSVPs: Not Required.
Dress Code: Year 12 Students – Full Formal Uniform including blazers, with boys to wear long formal pants.
Staff – Professional Work Attire. | Canterbury Alumni Network Committee Members – Smart Casual.
Enjoy a fresh and delicious hot and cold breakfast, then some valuable outdoor chapel reflection time, here on campus as the graduating Year 12 cohort’s final school days rapidly draw to a close.
It’s also your chance to hear from our Canterbury Alumni Network President and 2017 School Captain Will Glass, about the benefits of joining the school’s past students alumni network, and staying in touch via their Private Facebook Group HERE - (20+) Canterbury College Official Alumni Network | Facebook.
Contact For More Information: Secondary School Administration: Tel - 07 3299 0843 | Email - OR please talk to your Head of House.
REMINDER: Year 5 Band Immersion Program | Performance Event Info - Tuesday Night 15 November (Part Of 2022 Spring Music Festival: Panorama Concert)
REMINDER: Year 5 Band Immersion Program | Performance Event Info - Tuesday Night 15 November (Part Of 2022 Spring Music Festival: Panorama Concert)
Dear Parents and Carers,
We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming Year 5 Band Immersion Program performance as part of our Panorama Concert for the 2022 Spring Music Festival on Tuesday Night 15 November 2022.
This concert will feature ALL our students in the Year 5 Band Immersion Program.
Event Details:
Date: Tuesday 15 November 2022
Arrival Time: 5:30pm
Concert Begins: 6:00pm
Concert Concludes: Between 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Venue: Canterbury Events Centre (CEC) - Canterbury College.
- Entry via Junior School Gate, High Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of on-site parking.
Dress Code: Students - Formal School Uniform (no hats) | Parents & Carers - Smart Casual.
Cost: FREE!
The students have been eagerly preparing for this event, and so we look forward to sharing with you the results of their hard work.
If you require any further information, please contact the Performing Arts Department via email - or by phone - 07 3299 0812.
Yours faithfully,
Mrs Michelle Leftwich Dr Katrina Peddell
Head of Junior School Director of Music
REMINDER: Year 3 Strings Immersion Program | Performance Event Info - THIS Wednesday Night 9 November (Part Of 2022 Spring Music Festival: Kaleidoscope Concert)
REMINDER: Year 3 Strings Immersion Program | Performance Event Info - THIS Wednesday Night 9 November (Part Of 2022 Spring Music Festival: Kaleidoscope Concert)
Dear Parents and Carers,
We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming Year 3 Strings Immersion Program performance as part of our Kaleidoscope Concert for the 2022 Spring Music Festival on THIS Wednesday Night 9 November 2022.
This concert will feature ALL our students in the Year 3 Strings Immersion Program.
Event Details:
Date: THIS Wednesday 9 November 2022
Arrival Time: 5:30pm
Concert Begins: 6:00pm
Concert Concludes: Between 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Venue: Canterbury Events Centre (CEC) - Canterbury College.
- Entry via Junior School Gate, High Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of on-site parking.
Dress Code: Students - Formal School Uniform (no hats) | Parents & Carers - Smart Casual.
Cost: FREE!
The students have been eagerly preparing for this concert, as their final performance for the year.
They have progressed extremely well, so we look forward to sharing with you the results of their hard work.
If you require any further information, please contact the Performing Arts Department via email - or by phone - 07 3299 0812.
Yours faithfully,
Mrs Michelle Leftwich Dr Katrina Peddell
Head of Junior School Director of Music
Diwali Celebration | Second Break, THIS Wednesday 9 November @ Temple House Covered Area
Diwali Celebration | Second Break, THIS Wednesday 9 November @ Temple House Covered Area
Dear Community,
What: Diwali Celebration.
When: Second Break (Lunchtime), THIS Wednesday 9 November 2022.
Where: Temple House Covered Area.
Who: For ALL Secondary School students.
Come along to experience some examples of Indian culture during second break - with music, henna and food on offer for you to enjoy...
Contact: Mr Chris Nield: Director of Student Development -
How Fast Can You Bowl??? TAS Sport: Canterbury Cricket - Training + Sign-On + Meet & Greet + Speed Gun + FREE Family Sausage Sizzle! | 3:30pm - 5:30pm, THIS Tuesday 8 November @ Cricket Nets
How Fast Can You Bowl??? TAS Sport: Canterbury Cricket - Training + Sign-On + Meet & Greet + Speed Gun + FREE Family Sausage Sizzle! | 3:30pm - 5:30pm, THIS Tuesday 8 November @ Cricket Nets
What: TAS Sport: Canterbury Cricket - Training + Sign-On + Meet & Greet + Speed Gun + FREE Family Sausage Sizzle!
How fast can you bowl??? Let's find out THIS Tuesday afternoon with our borrowed speed gun in action!!!
When: THIS Tuesday Afternoon, 8 November 2022.
TAS Cricket Training: 3:30pm - 5:00pm.
Post Training Sign-On + Meet & Greet + Speed Gun + FREE Family Sausage Sizzle: 5:00pm - 5:30pm.
Where: Oval 1 Cricket Nets Beside Field 2.
- Entry via Sports Precinct Gate, 182 Old Logan Village Road, Waterford.
- Plenty of on-site parking.
Who: For ALL 2023 TAS Cricket Players - Years 7-12.
ALL players' parents, carers and families are MOST welcome to attend too.
New 2023 Canterbury students are especially welcome!
Hosts: Our NEW Canterbury Cricket Coordinator Mr Alister McDermott, our various Cricket Coaches, and our Director of Sport and Activities - Mrs Catherine Krzensk.
Cost: FREE!
For more information about:
- This 'Meet & Greet' Session With Speed Gun Clocking
- Canterbury's TAS Cricket Pre-Season Training Schedule
- Our TAS Cricket Fixtures OR TAS Cricket in general...
Please email Mr Alister McDermott - OR Mrs Catherine Krzensk -
NEW Canterbury Cricket Coordinator Mr Alister McDermott BIO:
Alister has nearly a decade of professional cricket experience playing for the Queensland Bulls, the Brisbane Heat and Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League, and for Australia A in both Four-Day and One-Day Cricket.
He is also the Head Coach at the Alister McDermott Cricket Academy and is still heavily involved as a player for the Wynnum Manly District Cricket Club.
Alister spent his childhood growing up on the Gold Coast being involved in cricket, soccer, swimming, tennis and surf life saving, yet cricket was always his passion and true love.
His cricket career started in 2008/09 as a rookie, and he made his debut in T20 Cricket for the Queensland Bulls, as the youngest player in Australia.
The following year, Alister debuted in One-Day and Four-Day Cricket for Queensland.
Over the next six years, he played 73 professional games, and was involved in the:
- Queensland Bulls' Sheffield Shield 2012/13 Win.
- Queensland Bulls' One-Day 2013/14 Win.
- Brisbane Heat's BBL|02 Championship 2012/13.
- Sydney Thunder's BBL|05 Championship 2015/16.
Alister graduated with a Bachelors Degree in Secondary Education - Health & Physical Education and English, and is currently a teacher at Canterbury College.
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