Principal’s Report

SHANE DUPUY

Building Capacity, Creating Change: A Snapshot of PBC’s Progress

At PBC, data collection is more than just a compliance requirement, it’s a vital tool in shaping our curriculum, student support services, and overall educational approach. Each year, the College undertakes extensive data analysis for formal reporting, such as the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD), as well as to inform internal decisions around teaching and learning. Combined with the expectations of the QCAA and Australian Curriculum, this process offers a valuable snapshot of our student cohort and how best to support their success.

From our latest review, we are proud to report a significant decrease in the number of students requiring cognitive support. This positive trend reflects the College’s commitment to early intervention and consistent improvement. Programs such as Initialit in Literacy and Learning Through Doing in Mathematics are just two examples of initiatives that are making a measurable difference. The rollout of the OCHRE units across our primary classes, with strong results already evident in a short timeframe, has also been a standout success. Additionally, structural changes, including the implementation of new timetables, the appointment of Primary and Secondary Coordinators, and a Pedagogy Advisor, have provided staff with more time to collaborate, plan, and moderate effectively.

Professional development and the strategic upskilling of support staff, including Teacher Aides and Learning Coaches, continue to enhance our capacity to meet student needs. Streamlining programs and ensuring consistency across year levels is helping to create not only a sense of stability and familiarity for students but also increased confidence and capability among teaching staff.

With a recent report from Australia’s Productivity Commission, Building a skilled and Adaptable Workforce, which highlights that 90% of jobs forecast over the next decade will require post school qualifications, it’s imperative that PBC students build the foundational literacy and mathematical skills to compete in the job-seeking market.

However, while the need for cognitive support has decreased, we have observed a slight increase in students requiring social and emotional support. This is not unique to PBC, it reflects a broader trend across communities and schools nationwide. In response, the College continues to invest heavily in wellbeing programs, including Grow Your Mind, the Resilience Project, and our Mind and Movement and camp programs, all of which aim to nurture resilience and emotional literacy.

We are under no illusions, change takes time. While we’ve made significant progress in the past two years, we recognise that true cultural change is a long-term commitment. As a college, we remain focused on this journey, ensuring that every decision we make continues to build the capacity of our staff and the confidence and wellbeing of every PBC student.

College Coordinator Report

ALEC WAREING

Final Chapter of 2025

Welcome back to Term 4, everyone! It’s hard to believe we’ve reached the final chapter of 2025 already. After a well-earned break, the campus is buzzing again with energy as students dive back into Mind and Movement sessions, lunch time clubs, prepare for upcoming events, and look ahead to a big finish to the school year.

There’s plenty happening across the term: Under 8s Day (October 10) will see our youngest learners enjoying a morning of fun and discovery; our Book Fair (October 27–30) will transform the library into a reader’s paradise; and the always-popular PBC Fete on November 28 promises community spirit, food, and entertainment for the whole family. Year 6 students will be busy preparing for their graduation and Year 7 transition days, while our Year 12s begin their external exams and take their final steps toward life beyond school.

Behind the scenes, teachers are already hard at work finalising assessments and preparing end-of-year reports. Effort and result grades are being carefully reviewed to reflect each student’s learning journey and achievements across the year. These reports will be shared at the conclusion of the term to celebrate progress and guide goals for 2026.

PBC community members will see some more information shortly regarding the P-6 Award Ceremony and the Years 7–11 Award Ceremony, taking place on Tuesday, November 25. These events recognise outstanding effort, growth, and excellence across academics, co-curricular activities, and community involvement — a wonderful way to celebrate all that has been achieved throughout 2025.

With so many milestones ahead — from graduations and awards ceremonies to farewells and festive celebrations — Term 4 is always one to remember. Let’s make it a strong, positive finish to an incredible year at Peregian Beach College!

Primary School Coordinator Report

NICOLA KERIN

At Peregian Beach College, we continue to foster a culture where learning and personal growth go hand in hand with character development. This term, our Primary students will be encouraged to rise to the challenge of living out our behaviour expectations of being Safe, Learners, Respectful and Considerate. These simple but powerful foundations will guide how we interact with others, and engage with our learning every day.

There will be many opportunities for our students to embrace the College’s RISE values—Reflective Practice, Inclusivity, Service of others and Excellence—through a variety of upcoming events and celebrations.

Our Talent Show will provide a wonderful example of courage and diversity, as students bravely share their skills and learn from the experience. The Swimming Carnival and other sporting events will showcase excellence, determination, and encouragement of peers, reminding us that success is not only about winning but about striving to be our best and lifting others along the way.

The PBC Fete will bring together our College community in a spirit of joy, inclusivity, and service, with students and families alike contributing to create a joyful day that reflects our school values in action. Events such as Day for Daniel and Kindness Day will remind us of the importance of safety, compassion, and respect, empowering students to consistently care for themselves and others.

As we move toward our End of Year Awards and Celebrations, these moments will provide a meaningful opportunity to pause, reflect, and celebrate the many ways our students will grow—not just academically, but also in character and community spirit.

I look forward with great pride to seeing our Primary students shine, demonstrating every day that when we are safe, respectful, considerate learners who reflect, include, serve, and strive for excellence, we will continue to create a community that is both supportive and inspiring.

Our Leadership process is in full swing, with our Year 5 students shining as aspiring leaders, and having meaningful discussions about what it looks like, sounds like, feels like to be an effective leader. A reminder that all leadership applications must be completed and handed in to Mrs Kerin by Friday 31st October (Week 4).

A final note to share 2 wonderful events to start the term; Story Dogs commenced in Year 2 this week, Cecile and Rosie will be visiting us every Thursday. Under 8s Day was hugely successful with our Prep – 3 students, as well as our Kindy visitors and Prep 2026 families, celebrating all the wonderful things about early childhood through some wonderful play-based, hands-on activities centring around the theme of ‘unleashing scientific thinking through play’. A huge thank you to our wonderful P-3 teachers and our Guidance Officer Miss Hayley for their thoughtful, fun, and engaging activities, as well as Lab Kids and the SES who came to share their skills with us also.

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Secondary School Coordinator Report

NIGEL MCDUFF

Term 4

Welcome back to all Secondary School families and students for Term 4, 2025.  As we move toward the end of the year, I would like to remind you of some important dates in the Secondary School:

Week 1 to Week 3 – Yr 12 Tutorial timetable to prepare for External Exam Block

Week 2 – Tuesday 14th October – All Yr 12, 11 and some Yr 10’s attending the PARTY program at SCUH (alcohol and risk related trauma)

Week 2 – Friday 17th October – Yr 10 RACQ Driver IQ

Week 3 – Friday 24th October – Yr 10 UniSC Experience Day

Week 4 to Week 7 – Yr 12 QCAA External Exam Block

Week 7 – Wednesday 19th November – PBC Swimming Carnival

Week 7 – Friday 21st November – Yr 12 Graduation

Week 7 – Friday 21st November – Yr 12 Formal

Week 8 – Tuesday 25th November – Yr 7-11 Awards Assembly

Week 8 – Friday 28th November – PBC Fete

Week 9 – Friday 5th December – Last day for Prep to Yr 11 students

E-bikes and E-scooter Crackdown

As you may have seen in the media, there has been a recent law enforcement focus on E-bikes and E-scooters.  Queensland Police and Queensland Department of Transport have issued information to schools regarding the laws surrounding the riding of E-bikes and E-scooters by school aged children. 

The key points for families to be aware of are:

E-Scooters and E-skateboards

  • No person under the age of 16 can ride an E-scooter without direct adult supervision.
  • A helmet must be worn
  • No doubling is permitted
  • A limit of 12km/h applies to footpaths and shared paths

E-bikes

  • The majority of E-bikes being ridden by children do not comply with Qld laws
  • Pedals must be the primary source of power (motor provides assistance only).
  • Motor assistance only up to 25km/h.
  • A motor output of 250 watts maximum continuous power.
  • A helmet must be worn
  • E-bikes that don’t have pedals as the primary source of power (e.g. throttle, lever, combustion engine, etc) can be classes as motor bikes and riders can be fined for unregistered vehicle, unlicensed riding, no insurance, etc.
  • Serious fines can apply to both riders and parents for e-mobility offences.  Police can confiscate devices too.

QPS and TMR are encouraging all schools to ban E-bikes and E-scooters as a method of transport to/from school due to the illegal operation of these vehicles and due to the fire risk of the rechargeable batteries.  Although we currently don’t have any students using E-bikes or E-scooters to commute to school, we are happy to comply with this request and ask all our families to find alternative modes of transport should they need to investigate this in the future.

Student Services

Library News

Hello Readers

Our Annual Book Fair is coming to the college in Week 4 of this term.  We would love your support, and we would love every child to take home a book.

Monday 27 October through to Thursday 30 October

8.00am to 3.30pm Kelly Library

Payment Options:  EFTPOS, online or cash

Your child may show you a ‘wish list’ they have filled in whilst browsing the books during the Fair in Week 4 this term  in the hope that you would purchase the book they wish to have.

Our aim is to sell more books than our 2024 total of 384, and I am positive this can be achieved with your support.  Not only is our Fair a wonderful way to celebrate reading, but it is also a way for our college to earn valuable resources.  For every $1000 we are rewarded with $250 Scholastic Rewards to purchase library books.  I look forward to seeing you there.

Yours in reading every day

Miss Tania

Spotlight on Careers, VET and Pathways

Spotlight on Careers, VET and Pathways

The Technical Trade Training Centre news

 

The Sunshine Coast Technical Trade Training Centre (SCTTTC) has just launched a new promotional video, now live on YouTube. This video celebrates the incredible opportunities available for senior students at SCTTTC — showcasing our state-of-the-art facilities, hands-on learning environments, industry partnerships, and the real trade and technical pathways our programs create. Go to: https://youtu.be/MGZWvJ5lRSs to watch. Applications for 2026 courses close 31 October, so apply now. Please remember to also express your interest with Mrs Hagemann in the Careers Hub, or you have questions (or would like further information).

Congratulations to our Diploma Graduates!

We are incredibly proud to congratulate Imogen, Nina, Charlie H, Annabel, Connor, and Ava on the successful completion of their Diploma of Business through Barrington College. This remarkable achievement, earned across 2025 and 2026, carries an entry-level university qualification. Barrington College lists pathway agreements with several Queensland universities — Griffith University, Queensland University of Technology (QUT), University of Southern Queensland (UniSQ), and University of the Sunshine Coast (UniSC)— and their Diploma of Business is commonly promoted as providing an ATAR-equivalent selection rank of 82 to 87. Balancing this rigorous qualification alongside full-time high school studies demonstrates outstanding dedication, resilience, and initiative. These students have set an inspiring example for their peers by embracing advanced learning opportunities and strengthening their future career and tertiary pathways. Congratulations on this exceptional accomplishment!

Students should check the specific university’s admissions or credit-transfer policy (or contact Barrington or the university admissions offices) to confirm how the Diploma will be treated for their chosen course and year of entry.

Apprenticeship and Traineeship Opportunities

Inscope Training is a specialist Government approved RTO 40926, Trade Training company, based on the Sunshine Coast. Bob Morrison is our school representative, who visits job sites daily and speaks to employers about their needs and expectations. Inscope train in 4 trades, Carpentry, Painting, Tiling and Plastering (Wall & Ceiling Lining). Inscope train school based, part time and full time apprentices.

Currently Available

The following opportunities are still available if you are interested in a Trade:

CERTIFICATE 3 CARPENTRY CPC 30220

  1. Hinterland Noosa Builders is a two-man family crew currently working a large job at Maroochydore work mostly Northern to central Sunshine Coast.
  1. Glasshouse Construction are currently doing all work at Gympie, and require a full time, Apprentice Carpenter. Driver’s licence not needed if the apprentice can provide their own transport to get to Beerburrum or Gympie.
  1. CK Tazco are offering a full-time Carpentry Apprenticeship for lots of work; mostly Maroochydore to Caloundra area.
  1. Luke at Build It Right Qld is seeking a full-time apprentice. Luke is based in Burpengary and has long term work at Aura and Caloundra.
  1. Richard from Fennec Services has work at Caloundra and all over Qld. Richard is looking for a full-time carpentry apprentice, after a successful work experience period. This is the chance for a great variety of work.

CERTIFICATE 3 TILING CPC31320 

  1. Deon from Distinctive Tiling working from Central to South Sunshine Coast has lots of work and is looking for a full time apprentice. This is a high-end tiler.

CERTIFICATE 3 PLASTERING – WALL & CEILING LINING CPC31220

  1. Evan from EFW Interiors wants a full time W@C Lining apprentice for lots of work.
  2. Paul from Ptd Plastering working mainly in Caloundra is seeking an apprentice.

CERTIFICATE 3 PAINTING AND DECORATING CPC30620

  1. Jeffries and Son Painters are looking for a full-time painting apprentice, for jobs all over the Sunshine Coast.
  2. Paul Green Painting at Buderim is looking for an apprentice – no Driver’s Licence needed.
  3. Cabinetmaker (The Cabinet Hub) is seeing an apprentice to work full time at Steve Irwin Way, Landsborough.

BRICKLAYING

  1. Full time apprenticeship on offer – the employer lives Woodford but works from Caboolture to Caloundra. Bricklayers are very highly paid.

Please see Mrs Hagemann (or send an email) if you are interested in any of the above apprenticeships.

Event* Date and location 
Term 4
Year 12 P.A.R.T.Y Program (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-Related Trauma in Youth) 14 October @ Sunshine Coast University Hospital
Year 10 RACQ Driver IQ 17 October @ PBC Library
Year 10 UniSC Experience Day 30 October @ UniSC Sippy Downs

* Dates and locations are tentative and could change for various reasons. Timely notification will be given.

Visit the Library Careers Hub for a Careers or Pathway chat, or you wish to become “work-ready”!

“Empower your journey, explore your potential, and pave your path to success! Keep striving, keep learning, and keep reaching for your dreams. Your future awaits!”

Mrs Heather Hagemann

Careers, VET & Pathways Advisor

Esports Competition

On Wednesday, 8th October, our Year 6 students, Levi, Neo, Fletcher, and Caden, competed in a Rocket League esports competition. While only one team made it to the quarterfinals, both teams showed excellent sportsmanship, teamwork, and encouragement throughout the event.

Esports, or competitive gaming, helps students develop strategy, focus, and communication skills. During MIND, we’ve been developing these skills and will continue to prepare so that next year, our teams can be bigger, stronger, and even more competitive.

Prep 2026 Enrolments

Kindy Vacancies

Housekeeping

School Administration Housekeeping.

  • The email address to use for all correspondence relating to student absences is absentees@pbc.qld.edu.au. You can also lodge an absence via the form on the website located here.
  • Correspondence from the College will generally be sent out from admin@pbc.qld.edu.au.  Please add admin@pbc.qld.edu.au to your address books so that our emails to you don’t go to your junk email folder.
    You can also lodge an absence via the form on the website located here.
  • Don’t forget to order canteen through the My School Connect app – orders are to be placed no later than 8.30 am, alternatively feel free to visit our canteen to order with our staff.
  • When signing students in late or signing them out early please ensure to put a reason in the text box for College records.
  • Please ensure students are in their correct uniform, we are going to be checking to make sure that the uniform policy guidelines are being followed, this includes correct footwear with formal uniforms.