Cocurricular/Extracurricular Photos | Order Forms

Cocurricular and extracurricular photo order forms have now been delivered to the College and will be distributed to students in the coming days. The forms provide full ordering and payment details for photos taken earlier this year, including Children of Old Scholars, Duke of Edinburgh, Semester 1 Primary and Secondary Sport, Music, Primary Leaders, Junior High Leaders, Year 12 Prefects, Debating, Robotics, and other groups.

Orders are due Friday 19 September.

Contact

If you have any questions, please contact MSP Photography directly on 3865 4291 or email admin.brisbane@msp.com.au

Semester 2 Sport Photos (Years 7–12) | Tuesday 16 September

Semester 2 Sport Photos will take place on Tuesday 16 September in the Gym.

Please click HERE for the schedule. Students will also be advised of photo times by email.

Dress Requirements

All Years 7–12 students are required to be in full formal uniform, including blazer and tie.

• Black school shoes are to be polished.
• Girls’ hair must be tied back and kept out of eyes – no ponytails over the shoulders.
• Boys must be clean-shaven.
• No jewellery, including watches, with the exception of one set of gold or silver studs/sleepers earrings in lower lobe only. Pearls, diamantes, and gemstones, etc, are not permitted.
• First and Open Teams are to wear their correct playing uniform, including the correct socks.

The following photos will be taken on Monday 20 October:

• Semester 2 Primary Sport Photos
• QGSSSA Junior Australian Rules Football
• AIC Water Polo
• AIC Touch Football

Blazer Buttons

Blazer buttons are available for purchase at Shop 45 for the cost of $6.00 per button.

A number of items have recently been handed in to Main Reception at Ross Roy, including jewellery, a small wallet, and a set of keys with a garage opener. These may have been found anywhere on campus, including in old lockers. If your child is missing any of these items, please contact Reception on 3377 6222. You will be asked to please describe the item.

A reminder to please ensure all belongings, including uniforms, lunch boxes, drink bottles, sports gear, and personal items, are clearly named to help us return them quickly.

It is nearly time for Swing into Spring! On Friday, 5 September, please join us for a great night of food, fun, dance, and laughter, featuring entertainment by the Junior, Intermediate, and Senior Stage Bands and Jazz Combos, as well as our guest performers, Late Shift Big Band. What a great way to celebrate the end of term (nearly)! The music starts at 6:00pm. All are welcome!

What is Swing into Spring?

For those who may be new to the School, or just new to Swing into Spring, here are a few tips to help you plan for the evening...

• Think of this event as a full-filled indoor picnic – tickets are purchased; however, no set seating is provided, it’s 'first in, first served". Either organise a table with friends or join a table with friends you haven’t met yet.
• Bring along your picnic basket (which contains your food, drinks, and supplies in the way of crockery, cutlery, glasses, etc. Whilst everyone caters for themselves, the food you bring is usually shared with others at your table.
• Please also remember to bring some small change or your credit card. There are games to be played throughout the evening as well as raffle tickets to be purchased with many wonderful and varied gifts up for grabs— after all, this is the major fundraising event for the year for the Music Support Group and all the proceeds help to enrich the music experience of every child at St Peters.

Tickets are $60 for a family, $25 for an adult and $10 for students. Performing students are free. Raffle tickets can also be purchased in advance. Please use this link to secure your tickets early - https://2025SwingintoSpring.eventbrite.com.au

If you would like to support the Music Support Group raffles by making a donation in cash or goods, please contact Margaret Hammer at: MusicSupportGroup@stpeters.qld.edu.au. Raffle prizes can be delivered to Reception at the PAC up until Thursday 4 September.

It's a fantastic, fun-filled family event – we hope you can join us!

See you on the dance floor.

David Deacon, Grantley Sutch and Christine Taylor
Co-Directors of Cocurricular Music

Tickets for the 2025 St Peters Gala Ball are selling fast. Don't miss out! To book yours, click here.

“Youth cannot know how age thinks and feels. But old men are guilty if they forget what it was to be young.” J.K. Rowling

Audiences of St Peters are invited to return to the world of Harry Potter live on stage. Our 2025 Senior College production is the Queensland premiere of Harry Potter and the Cursed Child – High School Edition, a play that has enchanted audiences worldwide.

Nineteen years after the events of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows, the wizarding world is at peace… or so it seems. Harry is now a Ministry of Magic official and a father, but his son, Albus, is struggling under the weight of the Potter legacy. When Albus is sorted into Slytherin and befriends Scorpius Malfoy, the son of Harry’s oldest rival, the two boys form an unlikely bond that sets off a chain of events neither could predict. Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a story about friendship, family, and what it really means to shape your own future… even when the past won’t let go.

For our students, the production is an opportunity to stretch their acting skills, embrace complex characters, and explore the magic of technical theatre. From spell-casting stage effects to the emotional bonds between generations, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child promises to be one of our most ambitious and exciting productions yet.

There are three performances across two days (10–11 October). 

Grab your tickets now at: https://www.stpeters.qld.edu.au/events/harry-potter-and-the-cursed-child

Join us for a magical night at the theatre. Mischief managed!

As part of our Primary Years reporting process, we will hold Three-Way Conferences at the end of Term 3, on Thursday 18 September and Friday 19 September. These are individual conversations, so families are required to book an appointment. Details for booking were included in the recent letter emailed home.

Unlike Parent–Teacher Interviews, Three-Way Conferences place the student at the centre of the conversation. Each child is an active participant, sharing their learning, reflecting on their progress, and setting goals for the future.

The aims of Three-Way Conferences are to:

• Provide students with an opportunity to share evidence of their learning
• Develop skills in reflection, self-evaluation, organisation, and oral communication
• Build student confidence and responsibility for their own learning
• Promote open and honest dialogue between students, parents, and teachers
• Strengthen parents’ understanding of their child’s learning journey

During each conference, students, parents, and teachers work together to identify strengths, areas for growth, and possible next steps. This may include setting new goals and clarifying how each person can support their achievement.

Students may choose to share samples from their portfolios. Please note that not all entries will be viewed during the meeting.

• Digital portfolios (Toddle or Firefly) can be accessed at any time.
• Hard copy portfolios (Prep–Year 2) will be sent home after the meeting so that families can continue conversations over the holiday break. These must be returned in Week 1 of Term 4.

Conference dates have been published in the Primary Years calendar since the start of term to support family planning. As the final weeks of the term are particularly busy for staff, we are unable to schedule appointments outside the times offered.

We look forward to welcoming you later this term and sharing in your child’s learning journey.

Simone Mitchell
Head of Teaching and Learning Prep–Year 6

On Wednesday morning, our Primary Years community came together to celebrate the special role that fathers, grandfathers, and significant father figures play in the lives of our students. The annual Father’s Day Breakfast was a wonderful success, filled with warmth, laughter, and plenty of good food.

Families enjoyed a delicious breakfast together while sharing in conversation and connection. The atmosphere was lively as students proudly welcomed their dads and family, creating lasting memories to mark this special occasion. It was heartening to see so many families gathered, strengthening the bonds within our community.

We extend our gratitude to the staff and volunteers who worked behind the scenes to ensure the event ran smoothly, and to our families for their enthusiastic support. Events such as this remind us of the importance of partnership and the joy that comes from celebrating together.

We wish all our fathers and father figures a very Happy Father’s Day and thank you for the love, guidance, and encouragement you bring to our students each day.

Lisa Challenor
Head of Primary Years

Last weekend’s BSRA Head of the River at Wyaralong Dam was a fantastic celebration of schoolgirl Rowing. While it was condensed into a shorter format due to Saturday’s weather postponement, the spirit of competition, resilience, and camaraderie shone through.

For St Peters, there were a number of highlights and proud moments worth noting:

Year 11 Success – A standout performance came from Stephanie P, who claimed 1st place in the Year 11 Single Scull final with a time of 3:55.56, a tremendous individual result that sets a benchmark for the program.

Strong Senior VIII Effort – Our Open First VIII rowed a determined race, finishing 6th overall in 6:44.61. In a highly competitive field, the crew demonstrated commitment, technical improvement, and resilience, closing their season on a strong note.

Building Depth in the Program – Across the age groups, St Peters crews showed grit and steady development:

• Year 10 Quad Scull Div 2 – 5th place (5:51.00), a solid showing in a tough division.
• Year 10 Quad Scull Div 1 – 8th place (5:44.11), demonstrating depth and commitment at the sharp end of competition.
• Year 9 & Year 8 crews competed bravely, with several finishing mid-field, showing encouraging signs for the future as athletes gain more racing experience.

While we celebrated podium finishes, we also acknowledged the tight margins where crews narrowly missed higher placings. These experiences provide invaluable lessons for our athletes and coaches alike, sharpening our focus for the 2026 season.

Above all, the weekend highlighted the dedication of our athletes, the tireless work of our coaches, and the commitment of our parents who make so much possible behind the scenes.

We leave the 2025 Head of the River proud of our results, realistic about where improvements can be made, and motivated to build further success for 2026.

Lachlan Allen
Director of Rowing

Term 4 and Term 1 Sport

PRIMARY SCHOOL SWIMMING CLICK HERE
Friday AM Training
Coordinator – Mr Ben Shields b.shields@stpeters.qld.edu.au

GRACEVILLE HOUNDS TOUCH FOOTBALL
Sunday PM Matches
Coordinator – Miss Laura Buckby l.buckby@stpeters.qld.edu.au

MSW CRICKET CLICK HERE
Friday PM / Saturday AM Matches
Coordinator – Mr Gary Munday g.munday@stpeters.qld.edu.au

AIC AUSTRALIAN RULES CLICK HERE
Tuesday / Thursday Training
Coordinator – Mr Tyrell Barker t.barker@stpeters.qld.edu.au

BJMC WATER POLO INFORMATION CLICK HERE
Coordinator – Miss Hannah Le Sage h.lesage@stpeters.qld.edu.au

Aic tRACK & fIELD SEASON

We’re excited to be underway with the AIC Track & Field season, having already competed at two meets, and we look forward to welcoming even more Year 5 and 6 boys to the next two. Whether your son is a keen runner, jumper, thrower, or simply wants to give it a go, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop skills, demonstrate a positive attitude, and enjoy being part of our team.

The data recorded at these meets will determine final team selections for the AIC Track & Field Championships, which are selection-only based on performance and consistency across the lead-up meets.

AIC Track & Field Meets – State Athletics Facility (SAF)

Meet 3: Thursday 11 September
Meet 4: Wednesday 17 September

AIC Track & Field Championships (Selection Only) – QSAC

Thursday 9 October and Friday 10 October

Events for Selection: 100m | 200m | 800m | Hurdles | High Jump | Long Jump | Shot Put | 4 x 100m Relay

More information will be shared ahead of each meet, but in the meantime, all boys are encouraged to attend training and embrace this great opportunity to represent the College.

PRIMARY SPORT WRAP-UP

AIC Rugby League

Our Primary Rugby League boys have two home games remaining, and it would be great to see lots of St Peters students supporting the boys for these games at 8:00am on Harts Rd Oval.

AIC Primary Basketball

Year 6 faced tough fixtures against Villanova last week—an excellent Basketball school—and the boys did themselves proud. On Monday, they took on a rescheduled Round 6 match against St Edmunds, but rain brought play to a halt halfway through. We look forward to seeing them back on court next week.

Year 5 hosted Villanova in a series of competitive games at home and played superbly. Their Round 6 match against ATC will take place on Thursday, 4 September.

AIC Primary Tennis

Round 5 proved a successful one and all teams had great results against Villanova. This week, the B teams have a BYE, and we wish our A teams the very best of luck playing ATC.

WDNA Netball Season Wrap-Up

This season, seven teams from Indooroopilly proudly represented St Peters in the WDNA Netball competition. Throughout the season, the girls have shown tremendous growth, developing their netball skills week by week through their training sessions. The players displayed great teamwork, sportsmanship, and pride during games each Saturday, and have embodied the spirit of St Peters both on and off the court.

A big thank you to our fantastic group of coaches and to the parent managers for their unwavering support and guidance throughout the season.

Congratulations to the winners of this year’s Coaches Awards, given to one player in each team, who has positively contributed to their team and consistently demonstrated the Plus Ultra values.

Finally, good luck to the teams heading into finals — we’re cheering you on all the way!

ST PETERS LEARN TO SWIM SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER HOLIDAY INTENSIVE

St Peters Learn to Swim will be running holiday intensive sessions for all current and new St Peters swimmers. The holiday intensive program aims to fast-track your child’s swimming progression. The program offers four 30-minute swimming lessons per week (run on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday) for $112.00 per swimmer plus booking fees each week. The session time for each level will remain the same each day during each week of the holiday period.

Week 1 - Monday 22 September to Thursday 25 September
Week 2 - Monday 29 September to Thursday 2 October

Private sessions are also available as part of the holiday intensive program. The fee for a private session is $55.00 per lesson, plus booking fees.

Learn to Swim fees are payable in advance for the holiday intensive program via Eventbrite and are non-refundable.

Please follow the instructions below to book lessons:

1. Click here to book
2. Select the time for the swim group assigned to your swimmer (the amount shown for group sessions includes Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday).
3. Make payment for the lessons booked

The link will be open for the holiday intensive program from 9:00am on Saturday 30 August 2025.

For any new swimmers, please email s.thorpe@stpeters.qld.edu.au and j.hansford@stpeters.qld.edu.au to book an assessment for learn to swim.

St peters app - SPORT

We encourage all families to download the St Peters App to stay informed. In the event of cancellations or changes to activities, clubs, or sport due to weather or other circumstances, we will send push notifications through the app. This ensures you receive important information quickly and directly.

Download the app today to stay connected!

REPRESENTATIVE SPORT

Please see the Northern Eagles calendar currently available on the St Peters App. Information regarding Term 1 District nominations have been shared via email to all students. Students need to be part of a St Peters 'A Team' standard or play club at a high level to be nominated. A final decision on nominations will be at the discretion of the Sports Department. Further nomination information will be emailed to students at the start of each term. For more information, click here.

CELEBRATING PRIMARY SPORTING SUCCESS

If you would like to share your sporting success, no matter how big or small, I would love to hear about it. Please send the details to b.shields@stpeters.qld.edu.au

DATES FOR YOUR DIARY

Term 3

11 September – AIC Track & Field Meet #3
17 September – AIC Track & Field Meet #4

Term 4

9/10 October – AIC Track & Field Championships
Week 2 – Year 4 and Year 6 Hip Hop begins
Week 3 – All Year 5 and Prep to Year 3 Swimming begins
24 October - AIC Touch Invitational
26 November – Prep Inter-House Swimming Carnival
28 November – Years 1–3 Inter-House Swimming Carnival
28 November – Hip Hop Extravaganza

Ben Shields
Primary Sport Coordinator

We value your involvement in our College community and are always looking for ways to enhance the events we offer. Your feedback is vital in helping us understand what works well, what could be improved, and what exciting new ideas we might explore together. This short survey is designed to gather your thoughts on our current events, particularly those organised by P&F, Parent Support Groups, or the Community Engagement Department—such as their style, purpose, speakers, and cost—as well as to hear your suggestions for future gatherings. Whether you attend every event or only a few, your perspective is important to us.

Click HERE to complete the survey.

Remember to provide your email address at the end of the survey to go in the draw to win one of two $100 shopping vouchers!

Warm regards,

Anita Pang
St Peters P&F President