2018
Annual Report
School sector Independent Address Kensington Terrace, Toowong, Queensland 4066 Australia
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2018 Highlights
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From the School Council Chair
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School Governance
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From the Headmaster
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Strategic Plan
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Curriculum Offerings
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Co-curricular Activities
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Social Climate
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Parent and Community Involvement
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Staffing Information
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Key Student Outcomes
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Financial Information
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About the PMSA
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Telephone +61 7 3309 3500 Email mail@bbc.qld.edu.au Total enrolments 1503 Year levels offered Prep to Year 12
Brisbane Boys’ College (BBC) is a non-selective independent boys school. Founded in 1902 by Mr A W Rudd, BBC is a founding member of the Great Public Schools’ Association Inc (GPS). The College is recognised by the community as a well-established day and boarding school with an enviable academic and sporting reputation and a tradition of servicing the educational needs of boys and young men over a number of generations. The school occupies a 13-hectare site, four kilometres from the Brisbane CBD. Brisbane Boys’ College’s governing body is the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association (PMSA), an Association of the Uniting Church in Australia and the Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in Queensland. It is one of four schools, Clayfield College, Somerville House and Sunshine Coast Grammar School being the others, which represent the Church’s involvement in education in independent schools. 2
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2018 Highlights JANUARY BBC appoints new Headmaster, Mr Paul Brown
FEBRUARY Service of Commissioning of Mr Paul Brown as ninth Headmaster of BBC
APRIL BBC Sailing team awarded the Queensland Secondary Schools Teams Racing Championship
Our boys joined with girls from St Aidan’s Anglican College to perform Shakespeare’s greatest revenge tragedy, Hamlet
MAY BBC crowned 2019 GPS Cross Country
JUNE
Champions for the first time in College history
BBC Tennis wins sixth consecutive First IV GPS Premiership Four BBC teams compete at RoboCup Junior World Championships in Montreal, winning three World Championship Titles
AUGUST Pipe Band performs at the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo and World Pipe Band Championships in Scotland
SEPTEMBER The Great Public Schools’ Association of Queensland celebrates being 100 years strong, the culmination of GPS100: a year-long Centenary celebration Junior Wakakirri performers progress through to Queensland State Finals and are awarded Best Science Fiction Story
NOVEMBER Australian Boarding Schools’ Association announces BBC as winner of their 2018 Boarding Spirit competition Three in a row! BBC retains Sir John Goodman Cup as 2018 GPS Track and Field Champions
DECEMBER Long-standing Board member Mrs Jackie McPherson retires as both School Council Chairman and PMSA Board member, effective 31 December 2018 following 26 years of service on the PMSA board and eight years as Chairman of the BBC School Council
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From the School Council Chair The BBC Council is a standing committee of the PMSA, which operates only by means of, and within, special powers delegated to it by the Association. Its primary objective is
The AICD recently completed its review of the PMSA’s
to ensure the successful
governance, which resulted in 50 recommendations. Almost
operation, maintenance
all of those recommendations have since been adopted by
and development of BBC,
the PMSA. Some have already been implemented, and the
within the vision, mission,
process of implementation is progressing steadily, assisted
values and strategic
by the appointment of Mrs Sharon Callister to the role of CEO
plans of the PMSA as a
of the PMSA.
place that provides an outstanding teaching and learning environment for students and staff, built on the teachings and example of Jesus Christ, and consistent with the beliefs and ethos of the Presbyterian and Uniting Churches. The 2018 members of the College Council, under my Chairmanship, are: Mr Kevin Standish, Mr Mark Gray, Mr John Down, Mr Vaughan Henry and Dr Marion Tower. Mr Standish and Mr Gray are also members of the PMSA Board, whilst Mr Down, Mr Henry and Dr Tower are Community Members of the BBC Council. 2018 has been a year of review and renewal, both within the PMSA and at the College.
Midway through 2017, the PMSA announced the appointment of Mr Paul Brown to the role of the ninth Headmaster of BBC, following the retirement of Mr Graeme McDonald. Mr Brown began his journey at the College on 2 January 2018, and was officially inducted into the role of Headmaster at a moving ceremony on 21 February. He has already achieved much. The Council’s strategic focus this year has been upon ensuring that the many unique strengths of BBC are communicated to as wide an audience as possible, as well as identifying strategies that will add additional value to an already outstanding educational offering for boys. Against this background of review and renewal, it has been ‘business as usual’ for both the PMSA and the College.
MRS JACQUELINE MCPHERSON CHAIRMAN, BBC COUNCIL
School Governance Brisbane Boys’ College is one of four outstanding schools
Brisbane Boys’ College School Council is made up of nine
owned by the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools
members including two PMSA Board members, up to six
Association (PMSA) along with our sibling schools Clayfield
independent School Council members appointed from the
College, Somerville House and Sunshine Coast Grammar
College’s community, and the Headmaster, who is a
School.
non-voting member.
The PMSA is run by a board which comprises 13 PMSA
The Brisbane Boys’ College School Council is delegated the
Board members and operates Brisbane Boys’ College
responsibility to govern and administer the performance of
through the Brisbane Boys’ College School Council.
the school.
Together, they provide the College with the strategy and framework that fosters excellence in teaching and learning, a caring Christian culture, and governance and policy-making support.
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Mrs Jacqueline McPherson, Chairman LLB
of a quality education in a Christian environment. He is keen to promote the mission and the vision of the PMSA through a period of change and renewal.
A former practising solicitor, Jackie McPherson was appointed as a PMSA Board member by the Presbyterian Church to work for the Lord in its schools. With more than 25 years experience on the Board, she brings her professional legal skills and a strong ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing. During her career, Jackie developed extensive experience with the legislation which governs the protection of children in Queensland and contributes this knowledge to the PMSA. • • •
Mark has an Honorary Doctorate from Griffith University and is an Adjunct Professor of Economics at the University of Queensland. He was awarded a Prime Minister’s Centenary Medal in 2003 for services to banking and finance. •
Member – Brisbane Boys’ College School Council (first appointed 2015, appointed Chairman 2019)
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PMSA Board member (first appointed 2018, current term until 2021)
Chairman – Brisbane Boys’ College School Council
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Member - PMSA Audit, Finance & Risk Committee
(retired 31 December, 2018)
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Fellow - Australian Institute of Company Directors
PMSA Board member (first appointed 1992,
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Senior Fellow - Financial Services Institute of Australia
retired 31 December, 2018)
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Chairman - Sugar Terminals Limited
Retired solicitor
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Chairman - Queensland Section and Director, Federation Board, Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia
Mr Mark Gray
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Chairman - Tailored Superannuation Solutions
DUNIV, B ECON (HONS), SF FIN, FAICD
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Director - Data#3
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Director - Q-Pharm
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Director - Queensland Cricket
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Former Chief Executive of Queensland Treasury,
Mark is an accomplished company director and senior executive, with extensive experience in strategic leadership, financial services, investment banking, corporate governance and
Queensland Competition Authority, and the Queensland
organisational change across corporate, government and not-forprofit organisations. Mark is a member of the PMSA Board and was appointed as Chairman of the Brisbane Boys’ College School Council in January 2019. He has been a member of the School Council since 2015. A BBC Old Collegian, Mark appreciates the benefits
Independent Commission of Audit •
Former Board roles include Griffith University, Queensland Treasury Corporation, Airtrain Citylink Limited, Queensland Art Gallery, Oaks Hotels and Resorts Limited, Urban Futures Brisbane and Max Frank (Australia) Pty Ltd
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Mr John Down
Ms Helen Murray
BEC, MEC
RN, BNR, GRADCERTIT, MACN, MACMHN, MAICD
John Down has extensive private and public sector experience.
Helen Murray is a Chief Information Officer and is passionate
He has significant Board experience in both public and
about providing high quality education in a Christian environment.
private companies. Currently the Chairman of Asia Pacific Aircraft Solutions Ltd and Nutrafruit Pty Ltd, his former Board appointments include AUSTRADE (Deputy Chairman), Export Finance Insurance Corporation, QCT Resources Ltd, Anaconda Nickel Ltd, Santos Ltd – UK & USA, and Herron Pharmaceutical where he served on the advisory board. In 1997 he founded Viking Industries Ltd., a multi-faceted marine industrial business which was subsequently sold as a mid-cap publicly listed company to private equity in 2008.
After winning several IT awards, Helen’s interest in giving back to the community was ignited. Being a board director with IT experience, Helen is inspired by the impact of technology upon the education environment and the role of digital disruption in ensuring the youth of today are ready for tomorrow. Driven by the challenge of ensuring equity of access to technology and services available in the city, for rural and remote communities, Helen spends a lot of her working life in outback Queensland and understands the many challenges that living on
He was appointed to the position of Coordinator General and
the land poses for some of our Clayfield families. She is a strong
Director-General, in the Office of Major Projects, by the Premier
advocate for our rural and remote students.
of Queensland in 1993, and held this position until 1996. In 1970, John co-founded the GRM Group of Companies, a multifaceted agribusiness with operations in over 50 countries, which was also sold to private equity in 1992. •
Member - Brisbane Boys’ College School Council (first appointed 2012, current term until 2019)
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Non-executive Chairman – McPowerMSL
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Chairman – Asia Pacific Aircraft Solutions Ltd
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Chairman – Micropower Ltd
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Chairman – Nutrafruit Pty Ltd
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Former Board roles include Viking Industries Ltd, Windsor Resources NL, QCT Resources Ltd, Santos, and Anaconda Nickel NL
Mr Vaughan Henry DFP
Vaughan Henry has more than 34 years experience in financial services having held senior advisory and distribution positions within both local and international institutions including HSBC, Queensland Treasury, GoldmanSachs, JBWere and Certitude Global. He is currently the Executive Director of Distribution and Investor Services at Blue Sky Alternative Investments in Brisbane. He is responsible for relationships within the Australian financial advisory, family office and private client markets. Vaughan specialises in the provision and distribution of investment solutions through a broad network of financial planners, accountants and family offices. •
Member - Brisbane Boys’ College School Council (first appointed 2016, current term until 2020)
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Director – Kensington Terrace Ltd
Helen has more than 30 years of national and international experience in health, rural and remote service delivery, technology, government, program management and governance. •
Member – Brisbane Boys’ College Council (2014 until 20 June, 2018)
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Member - Clayfield College School Council
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PMSA Board member (first appointed 2014, current term until 2020)
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Director - Clayfield College Foundation
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Practising Registered Nurse
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Member - Australian College of Nursing
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Member - Australian College of Mental Health Nursing
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Member - Women in Technology
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Member - Women on Boards
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Member - Australian Institute of Company Directors
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Associate Member - Institute of Community Directors of Australia
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Mr Kevin Standish
experiences of university, student engagement and supporting and assessing students’ learning.
LLB
Her research interests include the student experience of Kevin Standish has long-standing connection with PMSA
university, assessment of learning, supporting casual academic
schools and with the Presbyterian Church. His two daughters
staff, education and clinical decision making. Marion also
attended Clayfield College and he was grateful for their excellent
supervises several PhD students across a range of interests and
education. When approached to become a PMSA Board member,
research methodologies.
Kevin was pleased to have the opportunity to give back and allow
She is also Deputy Chair and a Board Director for Metro South
others to experience the opportunities his daughters experienced.
Hospital and Health Services and is Cahir of the Metro South
A practising commercial solicitor for 40 years, Kevin is now
Hospital and Health Services Safety & Quality Committee.
retired and holds several senior board positions and brings his
Marion completed a Bachelor of Nursing (Hons) in Sydney and
governance, legal and corporate expertise to the PMSA Board. •
Member - Brisbane Boys’ College School Council
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PMSA Board member (first appointed 2010, current term
has worked across NSW, VIC and QLD. She completed a Master of Nursing through QUT and a PhD at Griffith University. •
until 2020)
Member - Brisbane Boys’ College School Council (first appointed 2017, current term until 2020)
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Lawyer - former practising solicitor
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Director - Bridgeport Energy Limited
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Director - Queensland Bulk Handling Pty Ltd
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Member - Albion Rotary Club
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Vice-Chairman - Committee of Management at Scots
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Deputy Chair – Metro South Hospital and Health Services
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Chair – Metro South Hospital and Health Services Safety & Quality committee
Presbyterian Memorial Church, Clayfield
Dr Marion Tower
Mr Paul Brown, Headmaster
BN (HONS), MN, PHD
BA (ENG/HIST), MA (ENG) (MERIT) (UNI SYD), CERT HRM (MGSM), MACEL, MAHRI
Marion has many years teaching and learning and leadership experience in the higher education sector. Marion has broad experience in academic leadership roles and in leading curriculum design, implementation and review and has been involved in numerous research projects around students’
Total Eligible
Total Attended
Councillor
Position
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M
A
M
J*
J
A
S
O**
O
N
Jacqueline McPherson
Chair
1
1
1
1
-
1
1
1
1
1
1
10
10
Mark Gray
Member
1
1
1
A
-
1
A
A
1
1
1
10
7
John Down
Member
1
A
1
A
-
1
1
A
1
1
1
10
7
Vaughan Henry
Member
1
1
A
A
-
1
1
A
A
1
A
10
5
Helen Murray ***
Member
1
1
1
1
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
4
4
Kevin Standish
Member
1
1
1
1
-
1
1
1
1
1
1
10
10
Marion Tower
Member
1
A
1
A
-
1
A
1
1
A
1
10
6
Paul Brown
Headmaster
1
A
1
1
-
1
1
1
A
1
1
10
8
Chris Duffy
Business Manager
1
1
1
1
-
1
1
1
1
1
1
10
10
* Council meeting cancelled ** Extraordinary meeting *** Resigned as BBC Council Member 20 June 2018
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From the Headmaster Commencing with four boys in 1902, more than 1500 day boys and boarders formed the Brisbane Boys’ College (BBC) school community in 2018. Along with a very warm and supportive parent and past student community who have a deep affection for BBC, they show their support for their boys and for the College on a daily basis. By any standard, 2018 has been a year of outstanding
one, which has required her to not only chair many meetings, but
accomplishment for the College. We have seen our boys at their
also attend a host of school functions.
best across a comprehensive range of activities both at home and abroad. We have seen boys in their day-to-day school lives actively participating in the life of the College, quietly getting on with the job at hand, contributing to the best of their ability and with a sense of collegiality and authentic school spirit. For a school to have a tangible sense of esprit de corps, and a palpably positive and inclusive quality that is so evident at BBC, all must play their part and all have a part to play.
BBC is often referred to as an all-round school. That is, a school that provides opportunities across a broad range of curricular and co-curricular activities and which also seeks to develop boys on a personal, social, emotional and spiritual basis so that they become fully-rounded human beings. While the College is happy to be referred to as an all-round school and takes pride in that appellation, the phrase ‘all-round school’ can sometimes carry the pejorative connotation of ‘all-round competence’, that is, being
BBC was magnificently represented on the world stage in August
content to do many things very well but nothing to the highest
2018 by the BBC Pipe Band at the Royal Edinburgh Military
levels of achievement.
Tattoo and the World Championships. The boys distinguished themselves by their talent, commitment and impeccable behaviour. Similarly, boys from robotics represented the College, and Australia, at the RoboCup World Championships in Montreal in June. Students triumphed at the highest level but just as
BBC is not content to judge ourselves against other schools in our immediate environment. We are raising our sights and drawing inspiration from the best educational systems around the world and from evidence-based research.
importantly were wonderful ambassadors who would often lend a
BBC strives to be a world class school so as to help students
hand to other teams when expert assistance was required.
be confident and competent global citizens with the capability
On the domestic front, the College has had a very successful year. In the GPS competitions, BBC was Centenary Year Champions in Cross Country for the first time in history, in Tennis for the sixth consecutive year and became the GPS Track and Field Champions for the third successive year. In other sports and activities, BBC placed second in chess, basketball, cricket,
to change the world. A world class school is one in which every child is provided with the opportunity to achieve. And while BBC assists each boy to achieve to their potential, the College will not seek to define potential too readily, because in defining or categorising potential, we risk placing limits on a boy’s potential. BBC students are highly capable and will rise to a challenge that
volleyball and ‘A’ debating, and placed third in rugby, gymnastics
is presented to them.
and sailing. The success of the water polo teams made BBC
The best teaching and learning occurs using a variety of styles
the pre-eminent school in that sport. Commendable lower place
and techniques, which enhance student engagement. BBC
finishes to football, swimming and rowing round out a vibrant and
students become successful adults as the College provides
enjoyable co-curricular year.
them with knowledge and gives them the power and agency
While we have enjoyed wonderful results, what best symbolises
to apply the knowledge in a variety of contexts and constructs.
the spirit of the College is the willingness of so many boys to wear the College colours alongside their mates and enjoy all the benefits of friendly competition regardless of the result. 2018 has also been a year of renewal. A year where there has been a changing of the guard at the leadership level of the College. As such new leaders have now taken their place in each of the three sub-schools which make up the College. These
The College teaches them foundational literacies – numeracy, scientific literacy, language literacy, ICT literacy, cultural and civic literacy – as well as key 21st century competencies such as critical thinking and problem solving, creativity, communication and collaboration. BBC also builds their character qualities such as curiosity, initiative, persistence, adaptability, leadership and social and cultural awareness.
leaders bring years of experience, unique gifts and talents, fresh
This requires a refreshed approach to teaching and learning, what
ideas and dreams, and a commitment to boys’ education.
BBC refers to as A New School of Thought.
This year the School Council Chairman Mrs Jackie McPherson,
PAUL BROWN
who has made a fine contribution, retired after eight years in the
HEADMASTER
position. The role of the Chairman is an extremely demanding
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Strategic plan Our guiding principles
Sit Sine Labe Decus ~ Let Honour Stainless Be
MOTTO
MISSION
Within the context of a caring Christian community, each student will be nurtured and educated to develop his God-given talents to the best of his ability through a balanced involvement in the academic, spiritual, service, sporting and cultural life of the College
VISION
A New School of Thought
PURPOSE
To produce men who have the confidence and capability to change the world
PRIORITIES
AIMS
STUDENT LEARNING
STAFF
WELLBEING
LEADERSHIP
Provide a world-class educational environment for learners of all ages
Evidence based teaching and learning framework
Advance growth and professional development of staff
Lead, promote and foster the development of wellbeing
Lead with integrity, compassion and purpose
Our Affiliations The Presbyterian and Methodist Schools’ Association (PMSA) The Great Public Schools’ Association of Queensland (GPS) Independent Schools Queensland (ISQ) International Boys’ School Coalition (IBSC) Positive Education Schools Australia (PESA) Giraadji Group of Schools, Australia
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To view the Brisbane Boys’ College Strategic Plan 2019 – 2021 in full, please visit our website www.bbc.qld.edu.au
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Curriculum Junior School (Prep to Year 6) Designed to stimulate and challenge inquiring young minds, BBC’s Junior School program caters for the unique learning styles of young boys, combining structured and play-based learning experiences. Traditional foundation skills such as literacy and numeracy are a given, with boys extended in these areas through activities such as internal and external competitions in debating, public speaking and mathematics. BBC’s focus lies in the development of the whole boy and
Specialist lessons including Visual Art, Christian Education, Music, Technology and Physical Education are integrated into the core curriculum for Junior School students. In the Early Years, boys also take part in the Music Every Day program. Based on the world-renowned Kodaly philosophy, it aims to foster a lifelong love of music yet, most importantly, supports literacy and numeracy development through song, syllable work and musical stories. It also assists in building confidence, self-esteem and expression through creativity and performance.
in preparing him for future learning and the changing world.
Enriching activities, which include public speaking, chess,
Exposure to experiential learning builds and activates skills such
camps, musicals, expressive arts, choirs, orchestra, bands,
as resilience, problem solving, independence, social aptitude and
excursions and mathematical, science and English competitions,
mindfulness.
are integrated into the core program.
The synergy that exists between childhood development and a
Boys are also given the opportunity to extend their talents by
boy’s ability to learn, absorb and apply knowledge is reflected in
participation in Enrichment Days, Mathematics Olympiads, Future
the College’s approach. Our understanding of key developmental
Problem Solving, extension mathematics groups, individual
milestones informs teaching strategies and the delivery of tailored
instrumental lessons and a full sporting program which allows
learning experiences.
them to achieve up to state representation level.
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Middle and Senior School (Years 7 to 12) Years 7 and 8 The Years 7 and 8 courses consist of two parts: 1. Core Studies a. Year 7 – Christian Education, English, Mathematics, SOSE,
Years 11 and 12 In Years 11 and 12 boys develop and strengthen their skills in specific interest areas. Students determine their two-year course of study when commencing Year 11 and can choose from Authority Subjects and Non-Authority Subjects depending upon their preferred pathway to tertiary studies.
Science, Health and Physical Education, Study Skills, Art,
Brisbane Boys’ College continues to bring pathway options into
Music, Dance/Drama and Digital Technology.
focus for Senior School students and their families. The College
b. Year 8 – Christian Education, English, Mathematics, SOSE, Science, Health and Physical Education, Art, Music, Dance/ Drama, Design and Technology and Digital Technology 2. Language Other Than English (LOTE) elective - Students may choose to study Chinese, French or Japanese
has a dedicated Careers and Counselling arm which provides students with guidance on future pathway options and personal development. Throughout the year, the department holds In-Focus information sessions, whereby industry experts and tertiary institutions share their insights. The Careers program prides itself on
Year 9
bringing together some of Australia’s top institutions for hands-on
The Year 9 course consists of three parts:
workshops and information sessions.
1. Core Studies of Christian Education, English, Mathematics,
To assist boys with pathway creation, each Year 12 student has
Science, SOSE and Health and Physical Education.
an individual appointment with a senior Careers Counsellor
2. Core Elective Mathematics - all students must study a Mathematics subject. There is a choice of Mathematics Methods, General Mathematics, Essential Mathematics. 3. Electives chosen from the Creative Arts, Technology and LOTE areas. Each student must select one Major (4 periods) and two Minor (2 periods) subjects - one from each of the three study areas.
with their professional development beyond the school gates, boys can also join the BBC Mentor Program which links recent graduates with Old Collegians who wish to share their professional insights and provide ongoing assistance after school. Enrichment opportunities, ranging from participation in State and National competitions, acceleration and extension of curriculum delivery, leading to enrolment in university subject courses in Year
a. Creative Arts (Music, Drama/Dance, Art)
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b. LOTE (Chinese, French, Japanese)
extend their academic abilities.
c. Technology (Digital Technology, Workshop Skills, Drawing and Workshop Skills, Drawing Skills). d. MAP as a subject is only available to those students who are eligible for this support and is usually in place of the LOTE subject selection. For more information please contact the MAP Centre staff. Year 10 There are three types of courses for Year 10: 1. Core Studies of Christian Education, Health and Physical Education and English. 2. Core Electives: all students must study a Mathematics and a Science subject. There is a choice of Mathematics courses (Essential Mathematics, General Mathematics and Mathematics Methods) and Science courses (Science A or Science B). 3. Electives: for each semester, students must select three electives from the Creative Arts, History and Geography, Art, Commerce, Drama, Design and Technology, Film and Television, Health and Physical Education, Information Technology, LOTE, Music or Philosophy and Reason areas.
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in addition to regular career development classes. To assist
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Curriculum overview Key Learning
Year 7
Areas
Year 8
Christian
Christian
Christian
Education
Education
Education
English
English
Mathematics
Mathematics
Year 9
Year 10
Years 11 and 12
Christian Education
Christian Education
Life and Belief Issues
English
English
English
English
Mathematics
Essential
Essential Mathematics
Pre-vocational
Mathematics
General Mathematics
Mathematics*
General Mathematics
Mathematics Methods
Mathematics A
English Communication*
Mathematics
Mathematics B
Methods Science
Science
Science
Science
Mathematics C Science A
Earth Science
Science B
Biology Chemistry Chemistry Extension Physics Science 21*
History and
SOSE
SOSE
SOSE
Geography Art
Art
Art
Art
Commerce
Ancient History
Ancient History
Modern History
Modern History
Geography
Geography
Art
Visual Art
Introduction to
Accounting
Commerce
Economics Legal Studies
Dance/Drama
Dance/
Dance/Drama
Drama
Drama Major
Drama
Drama
Dance/Drama Minor
Design and
Workshop Skills Workshop Skills
Industrial Graphics Skills
Graphics
Technology
Drawing Skills
Drawing and
Industrial Technology
Industrial Technology
Workshop Skills
Skills
Skills*
Drawing Skills
Design
Technology Studies
Film Television and
Film Television and
Film and
New Media
New Media
Health and
Physical
Physical
Health and Physical
Health and Physical
Physical Education
Physical
Education
Education
Education
Education
Recreation*
Physical Education
Certificate III in Fitness**
Television
Education
Recreation Information
Digital
Digital
Technology
Technology
Technology
LOTE
Chinese
Chinese
Chinese
Chinese
Chinese
French
French
French
French
French
Japanese
Japanese
Japanese
Japanese
Japanese
Music
Music
Music
Music
Music
Music
Digital Technology
Digital Solutions
Information Processing and Technology
Music Extension Philosophy
Philosophy and Reason
Philosophy and Reason
and Reason * Authority Registered ** VET Subject
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Outdoor Education The Outdoor Education Program at BBC engages our boys in a world of active outdoor learning experiences that inspire positive relationships integral to the wellbeing of self, community and our natural world. Education is a continuous process that intertwines places and moments of special interest in our students’ lives. BBC’s Outdoor Education program is embedded in the curriculum and engages students from Years 4 to 10, as they venture outside the classroom and experience the outdoors. 2018 saw more than 900 students learning about themselves, others and the natural world through an Outdoor Education program which places emphasis on educational outcomes rather than a focus on recreation. The BBC Outdoor Education program is based on six core values: self-discipline, leadership, integrity, resilience, positive relationships and community mindedness.
Arrowsmith Program BBC’s Arrowsmith Program encourages boys to ‘dare to dream’. Our journey with students is one of constant encouragement with challenging cognitive exercises and moments of immense joy when celebrating their numerous successes. Arrowsmith, a worldwide cognitive program, was developed by Barbara Arrowsmith-Young, after her own struggles with learning from an early age. She had a very high IQ but found participating in lessons extraordinarily confusing, due to the executive functioning difficulties she experienced. Instead of giving up, Barbara researched until she discovered a solution to significantly diminish the hurdles she initially faced. The Arrowsmith Program offers students who have high intelligence but unrealised potential, a different pathway to try and overcome difficulties in academic learning such as spelling, reading, maths or executive functioning. Exercises are based on the premise of Neuroplasticity, which is the brain’s ability to create and develop new neural pathways, through regularly engaging in challenging cognitive exercises. The principle of Neuroplasticity has also been embedded for decades in medical and sporting fields, with great success. In 2018, BBC’s Arrowsmith Program benefited 12 incredibly committed young men, from Years 3 to 9. Each student diligently completed their individual cognitive exercises, which required high engagement and commitment to ‘perfect practice’.
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Co-curricular Activities By challenging each boy physically, spiritually and emotionally,
Very few people would question the integral role sport and music
Brisbane Boys’ College strives to cultivate in them a strong sense
activities play in our wellbeing and particularly in the overall
of achievement and individualism; charging them to craft ‘the man
learning equation at school. They serve to develop not only a
in the mirror’.
child’s physical ability but also his communication and social skills
Through games, activities, performances and service
as well as his overall psychological development.
opportunities, BBC has a clear and unwavering focus on
In recognition of this, Brisbane Boys’ College has researched,
developing every aspect of our boys.
developed and formalised the BBC Athletic Development
We want our boys to seek out and fulfil servant leadership roles. We want them to develop carefully honed communication skills and we want them to understand and implement appropriate and challenging strategic plans. We want them to experience winning
Program. Holistic in nature, the program aims to provide pathways for every boy, from Prep through to Year 12, in his athletic development which is meaningful and relevant in terms of age and skill acquisition.
and losing, great performances and flawed ones and we want
Participation in extra-curricular activities at BBC, though not
them to provide benefit to our own and our extended community.
compulsory, is expected. Generally, it is recommended that every
We want them to row boats, throw balls, run, jump, make
student be involved in a minimum of one cultural and one sporting
spaghetti bridges and robots, lead worship, question human
activity per year.
impact on the planet and on other human beings, learn about justice, score a try, argue a case and act and sing and create magic through music.
Creative
Rock Program
Acton Strings
Stage Band
BBC Singers
Symphonic Band
Big Band
Wind Ensemble
Brass Band Brass Quintet
Service and Interest
Camerata
Amnesty International
Cello Quartet
Art Club
Colla Voce
Duke of Edinburgh
College Strings
Interact Club
College Symphony
Inter-School Christian Fellowship
Collegians
Photography Club
Concert Band
Robotics Club
Hudson Strings
Science Club
Intermezzo Strings Junior Band Junior Percussion Ensemble Junior Strings Percussion Ensembles
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Sport Basketball Golf Tennis Chess Cricket Cross Country Debating Football Gymnastics Rowing Rugby Sailing Swimming Track and Field Volleyball Water Polo
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Social Climate Pastoral Care at Brisbane Boys’ College is designed to develop
to Senior School learning environments. Pastoral care in the
self-esteem in our students, to encourage the boys to participate,
College is the sum of planned experiences and implementation
become part of a team and take on leadership roles. Ultimately, it
of the Habits of Mind across the whole curriculum, encouraging
is about nurturing this confidence and providing a strong sense
students to develop personally and socially.
of belonging.
The Middle School structure is designed to progressively move
With a range of programs, both year-level based and cross-age,
the boys learning environment away from the dependence
Brisbane Boys’ College is an extension of the home environment.
largely on a single, classroom teacher to a more independent
From the day they enter the College, students become members
environment, characterised by a variety of teachers and
of a House Group whose staff are dedicated to helping them in
classroom settings. The aim of the Middle School is to take boys
their progress, both in and outside of the classroom. Some of the
to a point where they can relate to many teachers and navigate
topics covered in our House Tutor Periods include Leadership,
the College with both confidence and ease. As such, in Year
Friendship, Confidence, Relationships, Organisation and
7 boys experience a learning environment that is more like the
Persistence.
Junior School than the Senior School. The balance of these characteristics gradually changes in Years 8 and the early terms
Junior School Junior Schooling gives students the opportunity to become successful learners, confident and creative individuals and active
of Year 9. Mid-year, the learning environment tends to reflect more of a Senior School feel, rather than the traditional Junior School model.
and informed citizens. The Pastoral Care program embodies
In Year 7, all boys take part in a unique ‘Orient and Connect’
“Do the five!” and the stepped approach to managing student
Retreat program, designed to help boys build resilience, alleviate
behaviour with regards to both the school and classroom climate.
any anxieties associated with the transition to high school and
We believe that success occurs when children talk the talk and walk the walk. In special recognition of those who follow the program correctly and illustrate the whole of school Habits of Mind (honesty, compassion and generosity), students are presented with Honour Cards, Honour Certificates and Honour Awards. In 2018, the Junior School continued to build on its many strengths, both in and outside the classroom, as well as introducing some powerful innovations. Examples of innovation are the introduction of the synthetic phonics program Read Write Inc to help build strong literacy skills throughout the Junior School, the Year 6 Passion Project, a fiveday Writers’ Workshop for gifted writers, the Brisbane Challenge (a special teamwork event for Year 6 students) and the Wakakirri Dance and Drama competition. The Junior School Executive was re-structured during the year, which made for a clearer delineation of roles and responsibilities, and a strong sense of team and shared purpose between the three Executive members: Keith Dalleywater, Head of Junior School; Dr Leigh Hobart, Deputy Head of Junior School (Teaching and Learning); and Mr Mark Griffith, Deputy Head of Junior School (Administration and Student Wellbeing).
Middle School Middle Schooling at Brisbane Boys’ College has been developed to ensure seamless curriculum and pastoral experiences along
importantly to foster genuine connection, particularly relevant for those boys entering the College for the first time. Run over the first week of school, the experience commences with an ‘Orient’ program, followed by an Outdoor Education retreat. Within the Middle School precinct at Brisbane Boys’ College, the House System places a great deal of emphasis on the welfare of each individual boy. The House system not only provides a means for the organisation of various interschool sporting and cultural competitions, but also caters for the important aspect of providing strong pastoral care frameworks. The House staff act as both mentor and model. The aim of this House structure is to provide a secure and nurturing ‘family environment’ for our students to learn, grow and develop socially and emotionally, within and outside of the classroom. Each student is placed in one of the nine House groups. All boarders at the College are in Rudd House and brothers are always placed in the same House as their older siblings. Additionally, sons of Old Collegians are placed in the same House group as their fathers, except for those day boys whose fathers were boarders. Membership of Houses is arranged vertically across the six Middle and Senior years with approximately the same number of students from each year group. In 2018, the following innovations and additions to the fabric of the Middle School were warmly received: •
mornings
the journey from primary to secondary education where the emphasis is to provide a progressive transition from Junior
The beginning of the Peer Tutorial systems in the
•
The ‘Teen Talk’ initiative with the Middle School Leaders and local girls’ schools
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The Activities Afternoon initiative run solely by the Middle
Initiatives were implemented in 2018 to support and promote
School Leaders for well over 100 Year 7 boys and girls
student growth. Student voice was enhanced through student-
•
The Old Collegians’ Hall of Fame
led assemblies, revamping the Prefect selection process to
•
The Shoeshine Chair thanks to designer and builder,
reflect student strengths, and Boarding House sub committees
Mr Barkley and his student helpers
Senior School Senior Schooling at BBC provides a setting for adolescent boys to develop into independent, resilient, problem solving young men and mentors for our younger learners. In a rigorous and stimulating academic environment boys are encouraged to become independent learners. It builds on the journey through Middle School through an increasingly individualised approach. Whether students plan to undertake tertiary studies or head directly into the workforce, the program allows each boy to work towards achieving his individual goals. The senior years represent a time of transition and leadership as boys consider their future. We want our boys to have the confidence to change the world. During these final years of schooling boys develop flexibility of mind, strength of character and are equipped with the skills needed to navigate future challenges and learning beyond their formal years of schooling. At Brisbane Boys’ College, we offer diverse and flexible career guidance and a support program to ensure each boy is able to pursue his pathway of choice. To assist with their professional development beyond the school gates, boys can also join the Brisbane Boys’ College Mentor program which links
were formed to provide dynamic student feedback on areas of boarding operations and life. Student wellbeing was prioritised through participation in the ACER student emotional wellbeing survey, launch of the SchoolTV student and parent portal, and College-wide involvement in a gratitude program for our departing seniors. Social action is an area of College life that is growing and volunteering with the Active Eight organisation this year has added a further layer of opportunities for boys to learn more about themselves through helping others. Rites of passage are an integral part of College life and refinements to Speech Night and Valedictory Dinner further personalised the experiences for all students involved.
Boarding Since 1909 the tradition of boarding has played an important role in the life of Brisbane Boys’ College. The program supports students from across the country providing a place to call home and inspiring young minds through education and unique cultural experiences, which when it comes to boarding take on a class of their own. Boarding is a way of life that offers unique opportunities: to meet friends from across the world, develop confidence, character and independence with support from a diverse yet collective
recent graduates with Old Collegians who wish to share their
community affectionately referred to as Rudd House.
professional insights and provide ongoing assistance after school.
The Boarding House continued to grow throughout 2018 with the
Our Senior School students develop from the knowledge that
number of boarders peaking at 159 for the start of Term 4. Our
they will always strive towards personal excellence, be truthful to
boarders come from all around Australia and the world – from
themselves and others, and have the humility and mindset when
New York and Bahrain to the Sunshine Coast and Alice Springs.
they need to improve, but also take the plaudits when deserved.
The 2018 Rudd House theme was ‘presentation, academic
They are also encouraged to have personal integrity that informs them through life, an internal and external courage, and an innate drive to serve others. 2018 was a wonderful year for the Senior School and the significant success obtained across our academics, sports and
rigor and student leadership’. Our Senior boarders were able to assist the younger boys in the dorms by establishing a beneficial relationship of trust and care. In 2018, every Senior boarder had an opportunity to show leadership by participating in the running of the Boarding House by being a Senior on Duty and assisting
arts programs is a result of wonderful contributions by staff,
the Master on Duty.
students and parents.
2018 saw continued refurbishments made to the Boarding
Students took action to serve their community, by being actively
Precinct. Term 1 saw the opening of Stage 4A dorms in Philp
involved in numerous charity events, some of which involved
House. The 12 new dorms were greatly appreciated by some of
raising financial support, while others provided service to the
the Year 11 students who moved into these new spaces.
community. Our Peer Support program continued to grow from
As part of a continued effort to increase the academic focus in
strength to strength and will be expanding in 2019 to have a Prep to 12 focus where students throughout the College will have the opportunity to mentor and be mentored. Such support will affirm the development of a student’s identity whilst concurrently increasing a sense of belonging to the broader
Boarding, more teachers and academic tutors became involved in Boarders’ Prep each evening, whilst extra boarding staff also provided assistance to boarders in their travel arrangements to and from airports.
College community.
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Based on the MindMatters Framework, the development of the
Highlights for the year included a very powerful presentation by
Social and Emotional Wellbeing Program this year has provided a
our Ugandan guest, Peter Sewakiryanga who spoke about the
framework for BBC Boarding staff to structure, guide and support
very difficult task of rescuing children from child sacrifice at the
boarders to build mental health strategies, while improving
hands of witch doctors. The vibrance of his faith in the context
relationships and resilience. The program sees Brisbane
of great trial was something that the boys will never forget. In
Boys’ College work from a strengths-based model to promote
the same way, Senior students were deeply moved by the very
emotionally intelligent, empathic boarders who have nurtured
personal account of Bronwen Healy from The Hope Foundation.
appropriate relationships, learned appropriate problem-solving
Bronwen spoke about the work of the Hope Foundation in
and decision making, and who have learned respect, empathy,
transforming the lives of young women who were involved in
responsible behaviour and social and emotional competencies
addiction and prostitution.
that will prepare them for life beyond the Boarding House.
During the year, many of our students responded to Christ’s call
In 2018, BBC was nominated for the Australian Boarding School’s
to support the marginalised through involvement in community
Association (ABSA) 2018 Most Innovative Idea in a Boarding
service. 2018 saw a very real focus on the needs of our farmers
School Award for their Social and Emotional Wellbeing for
due to the ravages of drought as well as concern with those
Boarders program and Rudd House were the National Winners of
young people suffering from spinal injuries. Our Amnesty group
the 2018 ABSA Boarding House School Spirit Award.
this year supported The Red Cross Syrian Appeal, The Smith Family and the Burmese Rohingha Association. The Inter-School
Spiritual life Students are encouraged to be actively involved in the spiritual life of the College and to personally grow as they are nurtured in spiritual matters. All students are encouraged to participate in the worship component of weekly assemblies, which includes a hymn, bible reading, short sermon and prayer, a House or Year Level chapel service (Middle and Senior Schools) held each term and Christian Education classes for boys in Prep to Year 10, with students in Years 11 and 12 involved in the Life and Belief Issues program. Boys also have an opportunity to join the Inter-School Christian Fellowship Core or Year Level Connect groups as well as service groups such as Interact or Amnesty International. Boarders also have the opportunity to attend an evening voluntary chapel service each week. 2018 was an empowering year for students to realise they need to be advocates for those who have so little and yet their lives are of great value.
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Christian Fellowship (ISCF) raised goods for the Access Outreach Street Vans and some senior students were able to go out with the vans and serve those who are disadvantaged. ISCF has also supported the Barnabas Fund through Pancake Day and the Wesley Mission Christmas Relief Appeal. The Interact Club has raised funds for ‘End Polio Now’, ‘Kits for Kids’ in PNG, the Mental Health Association and the Mens’ Shed Organisation. Strong support was also given by students to the 40 Hour Famine, the Red Shield Appeal, Romac and Movember with House Groups being involved in supporting African Enterprise, Royal Flying Doctor Service, Youngcare and Headspace. Thirty Year 10 boys also enjoyed the wonderful opportunity to serve with the Country Community Service Projects at Miles and St George, whilst more than 40 boys enjoyed preparing to travel to Tanzania on the Antipodeans trip. We have also had students making coffee for Cambodia each week. These practical demonstrations of care have been so important in helping our students realise that all people matter.
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Parent and Community Involvement Parents and Friends’ Association
Old Collegians’ Association
The Brisbane Boys’ College Parents and Friends’ Association
Upon graduation, a boy continues his journey as a Brisbane Boys’
has a long history of active volunteering and engagement. The
College Old Boy. Volunteers of the Brisbane Boys’ College Old
objective of the Parents and Friends’ Association is to involve
Collegians’ Association (the ‘OCA’) foster ties with the College,
all parents in the College community in order to enhance the
providing graduating students with lifetime opportunities for
experience of boys and their families at the school and raise
professional development and networking. This group also assist
funds to support College activities, resources and projects.
the College in hosting a number of events across the school
The College values and encourages a close working relationship between the school and the family in the knowledge that when both parties are working together, the learning, social and emotional outcomes for students are strengthened. The Parents and Friends’ Association meets monthly during term time and representatives of the College’s Executive deliver reports and are available for questions from parents across a range of topics, issues and areas of concern. The Parents and Friends’ Association acts as an umbrella organisation for a number of separate Support Groups associated with individual sports or activities. Additionally, the Tuckshop and College Shop, run by the Association, are other avenues for involvement, with all profits channelled back through the school to fund valuable educational resources. The Parents and Friends’ Association also hosts a growing number of parent forums throughout the year. Primarily, these are designed to support parents in better understanding the interconnection between the schooling and parenting journey. The College also hosts a number of parent evenings from welcoming new families to the College community, to providing information on subject selection or addressing transitioning processes between the College’s sub-schools. The ‘Parent Connections’ group, coordinates the Class and Year Group Parent Representatives who are used as the first point of contact for other parents whose sons are in the same House or class, assisting with a range of topics and issues. Within these Association and Support Groups a community of volunteers work together to help provide the best possible
calendar to support and connect Old Boys, families and current students. An adjunct to this group are the ‘older’ Collegians who form part of the Vintage Collegians. Members of this group assist with Archives and the collection and classification of publications and memorabilia and also spend time formally speaking to classes across the College about the early years of the school and their own school experiences. The College is extremely proud of our Old Boys, many of whom feature prominently in many fields of endeavour in Queensland, across Australia and overseas. 2018 was another successful year for the OCA, which facilitated a number of Old Boy events and reunions locally, interstate and internationally, as it inched closer to its Centenary celebrations in 2020.
BBC Foundation The BBC Foundation is dedicated to meeting the needs of BBC and supporting the College as an outstanding learning environment. The Foundation fosters a culture of connection and philanthropy spanning more than 100 years and invests in students as the next generation of leaders, innovators and change makers. BBC Foundation has been an active member of the wider BBC community and has achieved much in support of providing a fine education with extensive co-curricular activities for our young men by assisting with scholarships and funding new building works. In 2018, $190,000 was donated to help re-build the roof of the Barbara Helen Thomson Sports Complex and the Annual Appeal raised $181,269.
education for all students at Brisbane Boys’ College. These
The Foundation is also responsible for the curation of the Bisset
volunteers work in partnership with the College for the benefit of
Art Collection which many are beginning to see more frequently.
the boys as seen in many aspects of school life, from the various
This collection is maintained to a high standard with the artwork
groups which provide ongoing support for students’ involvement
rotated from time-to-time so more of it may be appreciated.
in school activities, to the volunteers who work in official capacities
Indeed, a new piece was added to the collection in 2018 from an
on the various formal committees which physically and financially
Old Collegian artist Miles Hall who is receiving critical acclaim.
supports the boys’ education.
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Staffing Information Brisbane Boys’ College employs around 215 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members in the core areas of teaching, professional services, administrative support and general services. All staff, in each of these areas, play a valuable role in enabling the College to deliver on its educational commitment to its students across the three core school programs – academic, co-curricular and student wellbeing.
Staff composition In 2018, 77.7% of the College’s staff were in teaching roles and 22.3% were in non-teaching roles. Of the staff in teaching roles, 85.5% were full-time and 14.5% were part-time; 60.5% were male and 39.5% were female. Of the staff in non-teaching roles, 79.8% were full-time and 20.2% were part-time; 40.5% were male and 59.5% were female. During 2018, the College did not employ any
The cornerstone of Brisbane Boys’ College is the high quality
full-time or part-time staff who identify as Indigenous.
of the teaching and non-teaching staff the school is able to attract. The College is committed to the wellbeing, safety and development of its staff and, as such, monitors closely the overall number and composition of staff, professional learning and development opportunities, retention and separation rates in line with human resource best practice.
Qualification of all Teachers Qualification
% of classroom teachers and school leaders at the school who hold this qualification
Doctorate (or higher)
1.8%
Masters
21.4%
Bachelor Degree
75.6%
Diploma
1.2%
Certificate
0
Teacher Participation in Professional Development (PD) Description of PD Activity
Number of teachers participating in activity
EduPlanet Curriculum Development
22
Elevate Study Skills
75
Positive Education
89
Partnership Coaching
87
Highlands Training
21
PMSA Day – Boys’ Education
184
PSMA Online Training
239
QCAA Courses
135
Learning Support
25
Subject Specific Courses
63
Boarding
8
Diabetes Training
13
ISQ Training
52
Pastoral
52
Christian Education
25
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Total Number of Teachers
155
Total expenditure on teacher PD (as
Average expenditure on
recorded in Financial Questionnaire)
PD per teacher
$148,060.00
$955
The total funds expended on teacher professional development in 2018 were $148,060. The participation of the teaching staff in professional development activities during 2018 was 100%.
Staff Attendance Average staff attendance for the College, based on unplanned absences of sick and emergency leave periods of up to five days. Number of staff
Number of school days
Total days staff absences
Average staff attendance rate
167
185
877.42
97.16%
For permanent and temporary classroom teachers and school leaders, the average staff attendance rate in 2018 was 97.16%.
Teaching Staff Retention Proportion of permanent teaching staff retained from the previous year: Number of permanent teaching staff at
Number of these staff retained in the
end of previous year
following year (the program year)
151
144
Retention rate
95.36%
From the end of 2017 95.36% of staff were retained for the entire 2018 school year.
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Key Student Outcomes Attendance policy and procedures The College is responsible for promoting and monitoring regular school attendance. We believe that consistent attendance at school is essential if pupils are to make good progress. Parents are encouraged to do all they can to ensure that their child attends school promptly and regularly. There is no doubt that good attendance habits, formed early, will benefit a child’s education and will be good preparation for later life. Unless boys have special leave or are ill, the College expects that boys will maintain full attendance at school and remain at school for the full day. Below is the average student attendance rate for Prep to Year 12 in 2018.
Student Attendance Total number of students 1503
Number of attendance
Total number of absent
divisions
divisions
315652
12485
Average attendance rate 96.28%
The average attendance rate for the whole school as a percentage in 2018 was 96.28%
Average student attendance rate for each year level Year level
Number of
Number of
students
absences
Number present
Total
Percentage
Prep
20
1
20
141
4238
4379
96.78
261
4178
4439
94.12
2 3
29
162
6176
6338
97.44
37
208
7799
8007
97.40
4
58
484
12262
12746
96.20
5
67
496
14282
14777
96.65
6
102
853
21977
22830
96.26
7
183
1297
39364
40661
96.81
8
195
1524
41201
42725
96.43
9
206
1647
42801
44448
96.29
10
200
1926
40158
42084
95.42
11
193
1706
41588
43294
96.06
12
193
1776
39628
41404
95.71
How non-attendance is managed by the College Parents/guardians are required to make contact with the College’s Students Services Office, the Middle or Junior School Office, as appropriate, as soon as possible once they are aware their son will be absent from school for any reason. Should a student be absent from morning tutor group (roll call) without prior notification, an SMS message is sent to parents notifying them of their son’s non-attendance and requesting they contact the school to explain the absence. The reason for the absence is then documented on the College’s database. College Housemasters follow up on extended absences either by email or phone call, making direct contact with parents or guardians. Housemasters, along with the relevant Head of School, in partnership with parents, are responsible for ensuring students attend school as required. Any requested leave for up to two days is made by parents/guardians through the student’s Housemaster. Leave requests for longer periods are made in writing to the Headmaster for his approval.
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NAPLAN Results - Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 in 2018 Reading Year
Average Score
Average Score
Percentage at or above
(BBC)
(All Queensland)
National minimum standard
Year 3
482
430
100%
Year 5
551
506
98%
Year 7
584
538
99%
Year 9
622
578
99%
Average Score
Average Score
Percentage at or above
(BBC)
(All Queensland)
National minimum standard
Year 3
457
398
100%
Year 5
484
454
97%
Year 7
541
494
98%
Year 9
591
527
96%
Average Score
Average Score
Percentage at or above
(BBC)
(All Queensland)
National minimum standard
Year 3
474
411
100%
Year 5
526
497
100%
Year 7
569
542
98%
Year 9
614
580
96%
Average Score
Average Score
Percentage at or above
(BBC)
(All Queensland)
National minimum standard
Year 3
479
430
100%
Year 5
538
501
100%
Year 7
600
542
97%
Year 9
610
580
98%
Average Score
Average Score
Percentage at or above
(BBC)
(All Queensland)
National minimum standard
Year 3
475
399
100%
Year 5
538
488
100%
Year 7
619
542
100%
Year 9
658
588
100%
Writing Year
Spelling Year
Grammar and punctuation Year
Numeracy Year
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Apparent retention rate Year 10 to 12 Number of students
Year 10 base
Year 12
Retention rate
195
193
98.97%
Year 12 student enrolment as a percentage of the Year 10 cohort is 99%
Year 12 outcomes Academically, 2018 saw some outstanding student achievements and academic gains. Our graduating Seniors of 2018 achieved excellent Overall Position (OP) outcomes for another year. Of the OP eligible Seniors of 2018, 40.44% received an OP between OP1 and OP5; 83.09% received an OP between OP1 and OP10 and 100% received an OP between OP1 and OP15. The 2018 Brisbane Boys’ College graduates performed significantly above the State. OP Range
OP 1-5
OP 1-10
OP 1-15
BBC 2018
40%
83%
100%
State 2018
22%
54%
83%
In the Queensland Core Skills Test two students of the 2018 cohort achieved the distinction of recording the highest scaling score ever achieved at the College. This year, our Seniors also achieved record results in the Queensland Core Skills Test with more than 32 % of our OP Eligible students achieving an A grade, more than 70 percent achieving either an A or a B, and more than 95.6 % recording either an A, B, or C.
Post school destinations Outcomes for BBC Year 12 Cohort 2018 Number of students awarded a Senior Education Profile
175
Number of students awarded a Queensland Certificate of Individual Achievement
10
Number of students who received an Overall Position (OP)
125
Number of students who are completing or completed a School-based Apprenticeship or Traineeship
3
(SAT) Number of students awarded one or more Vocational Education and Training (VET) qualifications
46
Number of students awarded a Queensland Certificate of Education at the end of Year 12
159
Number of students awarded an International Baccalaureate Diploma (IBD)
-
Percentage of Year 12 students who received an OP1-15 or an IBD
100
Percentage of Year 12 students who are completing or completed a SAT or were awarded one or
92%
more of the following: QCE, IBD, VET qualification Percentage of Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC) applicants receiving an offer
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97%
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Financial Information Brisbane Boys’ College operates independently and the School
The PMSA’s audited financial statements are prepared in
Council, Headmaster and Business Manager manage the
accordance with Australian Accounting Standards and comply
school’s financial accounts, budget and performance. Brisbane
with Association Incorporations Act 1981, Australian Education
Boys’ College has independent income, bank accounts,
Act 2013, Education (Accreditation of Non-State Schools) Act
expenditure, and targets. These are separate and distinct from
2017, and Australian Charities and Not-for-profits Commission
the other PMSA schools.
(ACNC) Act 2012.
All income that Brisbane Boys’ College receives from fees,
These audited financial statements are publicly available on
donations, government grants and any other source is used
the PMSA website as well as on the ACNC registry. Accounting
entirely to operate and develop Brisbane Boys’ College. No funds
policies are published in these accounts.
are shared, cross subsidised or transferred between any PMSA schools.
The PMSA works to ensure that the group performance is achieved and optimised through a range of defined oversight
Although operated independently, Brisbane Boys’ College is
and governance processes. Each year, PMSA schools pay
owned by the PMSA and is part of a single legal entity which is
an amount to the PMSA to cover PMSA corporate office costs
the PMSA. As a part of the PMSA group, Brisbane Boys’ College’s
incurred in governing the schools as well as collective expenses
financial accounts and financial statements are prepared by
for insurance premiums, auditing, professional development and
the school’s Business Manager, and presented to and ratified
training, and compliance; and other consolidated costs for each
by the PMSA’s Audit, Finance and Risk Committee. These are
of the schools.
independently audited by KPMG and then consolidated into the PMSA group financial statements.
Further details of the College’s finances may be found on the My School website: www.myschool.edu.au
Brisbane Boys’ College Financial Performance as at 31 December 2018 Sources of Operational Income 2018
Operational expenditure 2018
(excludes capital income)
TUITION FEES COMMONWEALTH RECURRENT GRANTS STATE RECURRENT GRANTS BOARDING FEES OTHER INCOME DONATIONS RECEIVED
73%
STAFF SALARIES
11%
DEPRECIATION
64% 9% 10%
7%
ACADEMIC COSTS
6%
ADMINISTRATION COSTS
7%
3%
MAINTENANCE
6%
0%
FINANCING COSTS
2%
BOARDING COSTS
2%
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About the PMSA The PMSA owns four outstanding independent schools in south east Queensland – Brisbane Boys’ College, Clayfield College, Somerville House and Sunshine Coast Grammar School. Formed in 1918, the PMSA is an ecumenical co-operation
Driven by our Vision The PMSA’s vision is to build caring school communities, by providing world-class teaching and learning environments of excellence, founded on Christian faith and actions.
between the Presbyterian and Uniting Churches to provide education founded on strong Christian values.
Guided by our Values
One hundred years on, in an increasingly dynamic and
The PMSA and each of our unique schools share collective values
interconnected world, our schools continue to offer students
that play a part in every aspect of our daily lives – relationships,
an outstanding education, access to global opportunities and
care, ethics, personal development, excellence and celebration.
ecumenical values for life.
Relationships
For more information about the PMSA, please visit
We strive to form binding, constructive relationships based on
www.pmsa-schools.edu.au
faith, love, compassion and forgiveness.
Our Mission
Care We care for our people and seek and provide a safe environment
The PMSA’s mission is to provide outstanding teaching and
for growth and development, where we can respect ourselves
learning environments for our students and staff, in schools built
and the needs of others.
on the teachings and examples of Jesus Christ. Our focus is to enable students to discover and then develop their God-given talents. Our aim is for students to achieve personal excellence, live a fulfilling and satisfying life and make a meaningful contribution to family and society.
Ethics We encourage the building of strong ethical standards based on truth and integrity. Personal Development We foster resilience, where we learn from our mistakes and successes, and seek continuous improvement and self management. Excellence We aspire to achieve excellence and encourage each person to reach our potential. Celebration – We collectively recognise and celebrate our own and others’ achievements and milestones.
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Contact for further information: Headmaster, Mr Paul Brown via mail@bbc.qld.edu.au or phone (07) 3309 3500.
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