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At The Lakes College, we often speak of the learning journey of our students, one that begins in the early years, grows stronger through thirteen years of schooling, and continues long after graduation. It is a journey that goes beyond academics, it is the shaping of character, the building of courage, and the discovery of purpose. This year, we proudly honour Opal Francis (Class of 2019) as the 2025 TLC Alumni of the Year – a graduate who has taken the light of learning beyond our gates and…

It barely feels like a year has passed since we celebrated two decades of TLC at the Kallangur Norths Leagues & Service Club, under the fairy light filled trees, but on Friday 1 August the College celebrated another huge milestone - our 21st birthday! Our entire Prep to Year 12 College came together in the MPH to celebrate our journey from humble beginnings with just 88 students and two classroom blocks, to the thriving learning community of 1,169 students that we are today. Principal…

While many were enjoying a break, our dedicated cast and crew were hard at work bringing our Primary School Musical to life! Over three full days, 40 enthusiastic Primary students, supported by 8 Secondary students and our amazing staff team – Lee, Tessa and Clara, worked alongside Director Katrina Wellins to transform scenes into a fully connected, vibrant show. Katrina shared, "It’s been a fantastic intensive rehearsal period, really pulling the show together. Costumes are coming out, props…

A shimmer of dragon scales glows on the interactive whiteboard. “What words can we use to make this more exciting?” the teacher asks, encouraging the Prep students to brainstorm. One excitedly suggests “fire,” while another adds “shiny” and “scaly.” As they contribute ideas, the AI generates an image that sparks their imaginations, and they start dreaming up stories of fire-breathing battles and hidden treasure. With each new image, our littlest Lakes Learners engage in language play, expanding…

TLC marked Harmony Day with our most spectacular Multicultural Expo yet! Our community came together in a vibrant celebration of diversity, culture and unity, taking students on an unforgettable journey around the world. Thanks to the incredible efforts of our TLC families, students had the opportunity to explore and experience the rich cultural heritage of our global community through delicious food, exciting games, beautiful art, captivating stories and traditional performances. This annual…

The Lakes College was filled with excitement and laughter recently as we officially opened our brand-new Prep Playground and then only a few weeks later, our Junior Primary Playground! Vibrant, imaginative play spaces purpose-built for exploration, creativity and active play. The new playgrounds have quickly become the centrepiece of celebrations, drawing the attention and excitement of students, staff and families. Thoughtfully designed with our youngest learners in mind, the Prep and Junior…

For the second consecutive year, The Lakes College (TLC) has ranked in the top three for both Primary and Secondary NAPLAN results in the Moreton Region. Our Primary students achieved the best results in the region as the number one top performing school, with an impressive average score of 529.4. Additionally, our Secondary students maintained high standards with an average score of 584.4, the third top performing school in the region. These outstanding results reflect our commitment to…

Since our inception, the imagery of trees and growth has been woven into the fabric of our College. The Pine Tree, a symbolic wreath on our logo, represents this legacy. In 2005, we planted 88 Pine Trees on the bottom Primary oval to honour our 88 Foundation students and their families. In 2009, our Year 8 cohort planted 14 Tulipwood trees, marking their journey to becoming our first Year 12 graduates in 2013. These trees continue to flourish on our grounds, a testament to their enduring…

We are incredibly proud of our Year 12 graduates from the 2024 cohort, many of whom have already secured early offers for their first-choice university courses. This achievement speaks to the dedication, talent and ambition of our students and the unwavering support of our school community. A special acknowledgment goes to one of our students who, through the START QUT program, has been pursuing university-level coursework during their senior years at TLC. They successfully completed two…