The End of Average

Posted: 3rd November 2022

Posted in: News, Prep School, Senior School

There is much in the media this week around NAPLAN results for 2022. This test is designed purely around averages and how to compare students against that ‘average’ in numeracy and literacy. There is a great deal of discussion around its effectiveness with many education stakeholders calling for the entire NAPLAN testing process to be abolished. The fact that one in five Australian students didn’t sit the test in 2022 gives a clear indication of parents’ support of the test across the country. Read More

Prep Sports News

Posted: 3rd November 2022

Posted in: News, Prep School, Sport

The boys stepped up at this year's GPS Track and Field Championships with a number of personal bests and loads of talent on show. Read More

Deputy Headmaster - Head of Preparatory School

Posted: 3rd November 2022

Posted in: Events, News, Prep School

I have really enjoyed seeing the boys in action over the last few weeks. Whether it be in the big events or their daily lessons, they are really working well and they have had some great stories to tell of their achievements. In this week's newsletter I share some of these successes including the FI competition, NAPLAN results, ATD presentation and Visual Art Show winners. I hope you enjoy reading about the boys' efforts! Read More

Year 11 Chinese Melbourne Adventure

Posted: 3rd November 2022

Posted in: News

TSS Chinese students toured Melbourne and learned how the Chinese heritage has influenced Australia in the past and continues shaping our young country in the future Read More

Rogers House Boarding Bulletin

Posted: 27th October 2022

Posted in: Boarding, News

Rogers House Boarding Bulletin Mr Jackson Elliot, Rogers Housemaster Firstly, our thoughts here in Rogers are with those families in the Moree area being affected by the recent floods. I have seen some of the images and the amount of water is just mind blowing. Please reach out if you feel we can support anyway. Read More

Biddle House Boarding Bulletin

Posted: 27th October 2022

Posted in: News

Biddle House Boarding Bulletin Mr Leigh Holtsbaum, Biddle Housemaster It’s week 4, halfway through the term and it has been action packed to say the least. For our graduating seniors and all the boys in Biddle House we have been very busy celebrating the Valedictorians in the past weeks. With many functions including the House. Read More

McKinley House Boarding Bulletin

Posted: 27th October 2022

Posted in: Boarding, News

McKinley House Boarding Bulletin Mr Dan Saw, McKinley Housemaster House Supper 2022 was a fitting event to celebrate the growth and achievements of all boys in the House and the unique contributions they share with us.  Our Valedictorian’s were sent off in style, starting with a very entertaining introductory video and finishing with each boy. Read More

Thorold House Boarding Bulletin

Posted: 27th October 2022

Posted in: Boarding, News

Thorold House Boarding Bulletin Mr Joe Dolan, Housemaster Hello and welcome to a NEW format of the Thorold Boarding Bulletin. I hope this is a new and improved version of communication with our families and friends. We are also moving across from Canvas to Schoolbox as an internal School system and one positive is each. Read More

Readers are Leaders

Posted: 20th October 2022

Posted in: Academic, Events, News, Senior School

The five Ps to help you develop more confidence and understanding when approaching your assessment pieces. Read More

OSA jersey for your Year 12 graduate

Posted: 20th October 2022

Posted in: News, Old Boys, Senior School

With graduation around the corner you may wish to gift him an exclusive Old Southportonians' jersey to wear for years to come. Read More

2023 School Leaders

Posted: 20th October 2022

Posted in: News, Prep School, Senior School

Congratulations to our 2023 School leaders! Read More

Senior School Awards Assembly and JK-47

Posted: 20th October 2022

Posted in: News, Prep School, Senior School

Senior School Awards Assembly and JK-47 Headmaster, Mr Andrew Hawkins At an earlier assembly at the Senior School this year, I spoke of the importance of moments in life and I will no doubt remember my time as Headmaster in moments. Little did I know at that assembly that the year ahead would be filled. Read More

Head of Senior School - Deputy Headmaster

Posted: 20th October 2022

Posted in: Events, News, Prep School, Senior School

Did you know TSS has facilities on South Stradbroke Island? This year we have seen an increase in tours, classes and programs utilise our camp site which is located 16 km north of the 22 km island. Read More

Day for Daniel 2023

Posted: 20th October 2022

Posted in: News, Prep School

Day for Daniel 2023 Mrs Caitlin Ireland – Wellbeing Health Promotion Officer   Next Friday October 28 is Day for Daniel, where we share our annual Recognise, React and Report are the 3R’s of child safety education. Every year our boys are reminded of the 3Rs around personal safety, which include:   Recognise React Report  . Read More

Academic Talent Development and Growth Mindset

Posted: 20th October 2022

Posted in: Academic, News, Senior School

At TSS, we believe in providing each and every student with the opportunity to realise their full potential and achieve at the highest level. To gain a better understanding of the learning needs of our students, we engage in feedback and assessment. Read More

Prep Dates

Posted: 20th October 2022

Posted in: Events, News, Prep School

In this article all the Prep event dates for Week 4 and Week 5 are outlined for our parents. Read More

Term 4 Concert Series

Posted: 20th October 2022

Posted in: Music, News, Senior School

We warmly invite you to our HJ King Scholars Concert on Tuesday 25 October in the Bos Family River Room. Read More

Prep Sport

Posted: 20th October 2022

Posted in: News, Prep School, Sport

There is still plenty to get involved in outside of our traditional Junior and GPS seasons, including our annual staff vs student table tennis competition, Round Square Mud Challenge, the internal basketball competition and House Cricket, to name a few Read More

GPS Cricket Trials

Posted: 20th October 2022

Posted in: Prep School, Senior School, Sport

Cricket trials are coming up on Wednesday 2 & 9 November- please attend if you wish to be involved in a Cricket for the 2023 season. Read More

Music Events for Term Four

Posted: 6th October 2022

Posted in: Music, News, Senior School

Music Events for Term Four We look forward to welcoming our TSS families to our final concert series for 2022. HJ King Scholars Concert – 25 October Soiree Evening – 26 October Staff Concert – 6 November Ensemble Concert – 8 November Friends of Music would like to extend an invitation to parents of the music students who. Read More

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