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Inside äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBվ’s New Junior College Campus: From Prep to Year 6

A new home for growing learners from Prep to Year 6

äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ is bringing all primary year levels together on one unified Junior College campus from Prep to Year 6. For families, this means a clear, connected pathway for their child’s early schooling in a setting that feels calm, consistent, and community-minded. For students, it means growing up in a place where they are known, where routines feel familiar, and where every new year builds naturally on the one before.

Within our local independent education community, the Junior College is shaped by Christian values, a welcoming community, and a seamless connection to learning from early childhood through to Year 12. By locating Prep to Year 6 together, alongside our early learning program, we are creating an environment where children can feel secure, stretch themselves, and see school as "our place" right from their first day.

Bringing all primary year levels together on one campus allows us to:

• Create a clear start-to-finish experience for families in the primary years
• Support friendships and mentoring between younger and older students
• Offer consistent routines, expectations, and support across all classes
• Make sure each child’s learning and wellbeing story continues without interruption

One campus, one community for the whole family

Many parents juggle different drop-off points, timetables, and communication channels when they have children in multiple year levels. With our new Junior College, brothers and sisters in Prep to Year 6 will learn on the same site, which makes the school day feel simpler for everyone. One campus means one set of gates in the morning, one pickup point in the afternoon, and a shared sense of school life as a whole family.

Some of the everyday benefits families can expect include:

• Smoother morning and afternoon routines with one central location
• Easier attendance at assemblies, performances, and events for all children
• More consistent communication through a single point of contact and platform
• Shared friendships and connections between siblings and their peers

The co-location of our early learning centre with the Junior College is especially important for young children. When it is time to move from early learning into Prep, they will see familiar buildings, play spaces, and friendly faces. They already know the walk from the carpark to the classroom and the rhythm of the school day, which helps them feel confident as they step into "big school."

Shared spaces will also play a large part in shaping our community feel. Students will come together across year levels for:

• Assemblies and Christian worship services appropriate for young learners
• Whole-college events such as sports days and celebrations
• Cross-age play and buddy activities in playgrounds and shared outdoor areas

Over time, these experiences help children see the Junior College as "our place," where they belong from their first day in Prep until they are ready for the secondary campus.

Learning that grows with your child from Prep to Year 6

In the early years, learning at äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ is play-based and led by curiosity. Our teachers design experiences that invite children to ask questions, explore ideas, and work with others. Through play, Prep and lower primary students learn how to:

• Take turns, share, and communicate their needs kindly
• Develop independence in small steps, like managing their belongings
• Build early literacy and numeracy skills in meaningful contexts
• Develop a love of learning that carries into older year levels

As students progress through the primary years, we maintain a strong focus on literacy and numeracy. This includes:

• Structured programs that build core reading, writing, and number skills
• Regular assessment that helps us understand each child’s progress
• Targeted support for students who need extra help
• Extension opportunities for students who are ready to be stretched further

Families can also expect rich learning experiences and specialist teaching. Our Junior College will include access to specialist spaces and staff in areas such as:

• Music and the performing arts
• Sport and physical education
• Languages
• Digital technologies and STEM learning

These experiences help children discover their strengths and interests early. They also give them a taste of the breadth of learning available across äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ as they move into middle and senior years.

A connected teaching team who knows every child well

A key benefit of having Prep to Year 6 in one place is the way our staff can work together as one connected teaching team. Teachers will work in year-level and cross-year teams so that information about each child’s learning, strengths, and support needs moves with them from class to class.

Instead of feeling "new" to their teacher at the start of each school year, students will be known by a network of staff who share:

• Planning and curriculum design
• Assessment information and learning data
• Pastoral care and insights about wellbeing

Small class sizes, learning support, and extension programs are part of how we make sure every child is both cared for and challenged. We use learning data thoughtfully, not just as numbers on a page, but as a guide to:

• Adjust teaching to meet students where they are
• Identify when a child might need extra help or encouragement
• Notice students who are ready to move ahead and provide appropriate extension

When teachers speak regularly with one another and with families, children experience school as a place where adults are on the same page and truly invested in their growth.

Supporting children and parents through the transition

We know that any campus change can feel unsettling. Children might worry about new classrooms or playgrounds, and parents naturally have questions about routines, friendships, and learning continuity. Our focus is to make the shift into the new Junior College as calm and predictable as possible.

Our transition plan includes:

• Clear communication timelines so families know what is happening and when
• Parent information sessions to explain routines, learning programs, and support
• Student orientation visits so children can see their new spaces before the first day
• Buddy programs to link younger children with older helpers
• Opportunities for parents to ask questions and share any concerns

Pastoral care is central to how we support students through change. Class teachers, chaplaincy, and wellbeing staff will work together to:

• Check in with students who may feel anxious or uncertain
• Provide simple strategies for coping with change, like visual schedules and calm corners
• Help children recognize and name their feelings
• Encourage a sense of excitement and pride in being part of the new Junior College

Our Christian foundation shapes the way we speak with children about care, kindness, and community. We want families to feel that they are walking through this change with us, not on their own.

Explore the new Junior College and plan your next step

As building work progresses, we will share regular updates so families can follow along as the new Junior College takes shape. Parents will be able to see sneak peeks of learning spaces, outdoor areas, and specialist facilities, as well as hear from staff about how the new campus will support learning and wellbeing.

There will be dedicated Junior College tours and information mornings where families can walk through the campus, meet key staff, and ask practical questions about topics such as:

• Enrolments and waitlists for Prep to Year 6
• Transport options and how the school day will be structured
• Boarding pathways for older siblings who are already in, or moving into, secondary years

By sharing clear information and opening our doors, we aim to help families understand how the new Junior College fits into äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBվ’s whole-college experience and how it supports faith-based, future-focused education for primary-aged learners.

Give Your Child a Strong Start With a Nurturing School Community

If you are exploring private primary schools in Toowoomba, we invite you to discover how äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ can support your child’s growth in both learning and character. Our team is ready to talk with you about your child’s needs, answer questions, and guide you through the next steps. Reach out through our contact us page to arrange a conversation or request more information about enrolling.