Q+A WITH MR SCOTT THOMSON

What are you most excited about in your role?

Being able to continue what I have started this year, continue to get to know the community but most importantly, continue to keep the boys at the heart of it all.

First ever teaching job?

St Mary’s College in Dalby as the Head of Sport. The College never had PE to begin with!

Favourite subject to teach?

I enjoy teaching all subjects but science has been really fun because of the ‘eye opening’ experiments. I also love teaching Religious Education and the discussion it invites.

Teaching philosophy?

Know your student and how they learn.

Favourite book?

Bridge of Clay by Markus Zusak.

Favourite song?

Let It Happen by Tame Impala aka “7 minutes of pure bliss”.

Hobbies?

I like to stay fit through bike riding, tri, road riding, surfing, bird watching and getting out in nature with the family.

Something we should know about you?

I grew up within 3kms of the College and have been cycling the Sandgate and Shorncliffe route since I was 13.

What are you doing when you are not at school?

I enjoy family time and being active or in nature.

What are your passions?

I am passionate about family and faith. I am really passionate about living out gospel values and doing what I can for those on the periphery of society. I love working with passionate people and talking and hearing about people’s stories.