What stands out most for this cohort is the intentional way these students stepped beyond their year level to connect meaningfully with younger students, showing genuine care, humility and authenticity. Their actions reflected a deep sense of camaraderie and a lived example of God’s love through positive regard for others.
The Lakes College proudly celebrates the outstanding academic results of the Class of 2025. Grounded in the values of faith, love and justice, the Class of 2025 set a high standard for academic excellence and leadership at The Lakes College.
Academically, the Class of 2025 approached their external examinations with focus and determination, achieving a strong finish to their secondary schooling journey. Their Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) outcomes, senior subject results and certificate achievements reflect a high level of commitment and perseverance.
We are delighted to recognise the outstanding ATAR results achieved by our graduates:
- 6% achieved an ATAR of 99 or above, placing them in the top 1% of the state
- 27% achieved an ATAR of 95 or above, placing them in the top 5%
- 48% achieved an ATAR of 90 or above, placing them in the top 10%
- The median ATAR was 89.2
These results once again place The Lakes College among the top-performing academic schools in Queensland and are a credit to the diligence and dedication of our graduating cohort.
We congratulate Tasha D, Jade S and Chloe W, who received Subject Achievement Commendations for achieving 100% across all assessment tasks in one or more General subjects. In addition, we acknowledge the 12 students who achieved A grades in all of their General subjects: Grace A, Behta B, Elliot C, Tasha D, Amelie G, Sandra J, Akshita K, Maia P, Anuki P, Myungjae S, Jade S and Chloe W.
We are also pleased to recognise that 31% of the cohort secured an early offer for their first-preference university course, with offers received from institutions including QUT, Griffith University, ACU, JCU, USC, and three interstate universities.
Importantly, 100% of the Class of 2025 graduated with a Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE). Many students further enhanced their pathways through vocational qualifications:
- 51% achieved a Certificate II, III, IV or Diploma in addition to their senior studies
- 17% earned more than one certificate qualification
- 26% completed a Diploma of Business
- 22% achieved a Certificate III or IV
- Three students participated in a school-based apprenticeship
Certificate study areas included Justice, Sport, Aquatics and Recreation, Dance, Business, Engineering Pathways, Animal Care, Fashion and Textiles, Active Volunteering, Health Support Services, Health Services Assistance and Retail.
We sincerely thank our parents and carers for their invaluable partnership and support throughout their young adults’ schooling journey. We also extend our gratitude to our dedicated teaching staff, whose commitment to educating, inspiring and challenging students has been instrumental in these outcomes.
Beyond academic results, we celebrate the character, skills and qualities of the Class of 2025, attributes not defined by numbers alone. Their contributions and leadership have enriched our community, and we are confident that the culture of teaching, learning and connection at The Lakes College supports meaningful outcomes for all graduates.
As this formative chapter draws to a close, we wish our departing Seniors every success in the next stage of their journey. Grounded in faith, love, community, justice, hope and courage, we challenge them to pursue curiosity with confidence, build strong character, deepen their faith through knowledge, and go forth as bearers of light, creating positive change wherever they are called to lead.
We wish the Seniors of 2025 a healthy, purposeful life filled with meaningful relationships, opportunity and hope for the future.