Our College
Educating for Excellence in Learning and Life
Matthew Flinders Anglican College is recognised as one of Australia’s leading independent schools.
Founded in 1990, our College has established a distinguished reputation for weaving academic excellence with a comprehensive co-curricular program, complemented by strong wellbeing and pastoral care initiatives.
Guided by our vision to ‘Educate for Excellence in Learning and Life’, Flinders aims to foster an environment where students are encouraged to engage in a range of leadership, entrepreneurship and community service opportunities. Through these experiences, students develop into ethical, informed and empowered individuals, equipped with the skills and commitment to make meaningful contributions to society.Flinders offers a dynamic co-educational College that is committed to:
- Inspiring a Passion for Discovery and Excellence – Nurturing a mindset of curiosity, mastery and the relentless pursuit of personal best.
- Creating a Culture of Deep Learning and Meaningful Engagement – Empowering students to think critically, connect ideas and apply their knowledge with confidence.
- Providing a Dynamic and Inclusive Learning Environment – A place where every student feels valued, supported and inspired to thrive.
- Developing Exceptional Educators and Leaders – Investing in the growth, expertise and impact of our teachers and leadership team.
- Driving Innovation for a Future-Ready Education – Embracing bold ideas, new technologies and forward-thinking approaches to learning.
Located in Buderim in the heart of the beautiful Sunshine Coast, Flinders provides a quality education to nurture and challenge 1,400 students in all areas of learning through their journey from Prep to Year 12.
Our College campus is a 22-hectare rainforest-fringed property featuring a state-of-the-art Infinity Centre, a stunning 600-seat Performance Theatre, impeccably maintained sports ovals and quality facilities—all designed to support the health and wellbeing of our students, staff and families.
From the early years, children are supported through our Flinders Early Learning Centre, which provides more than 120 families with creative, compassionate and caring Pre-Kindergarten and Kindergarten programs in natural environments inspired by the child-centred Reggio Emilia experience.
Flinders is renowned for its excellence in academic performance and is recognised as one of Queensland’s leading schools. Beyond the classroom, our music, sports and dramatic arts programs also achieve outstanding results, offering tailored opportunities that inspire students to reach their personal best.
Guided by strong core values of compassion, courage, integrity and respect, we are dedicated to fostering both academic success and personal growth in every student.
From The Principal
Welcome
to Matthew Flinders
Anglican College
We are proud of our thriving community and invite you to learn more about the very essence of a Flinders education, where deep learning, rich conversations, meaningful connections and lifelong friendships are formed through vast opportunities.
In shaping young minds, our dedicated professionals strive to inspire a
culture of curiosity, collaboration and resilience.
We take immense pride in delivering a holistic education at Flinders that nurtures the intellectual, social and emotional growth of each student. It is a privilege to guide our students on their journey through our Flinders Learning Centre, Primary School and Secondary School, and to support them in developing from curious and creative young children to vibrant, capable and respectful young adults.
Our commitment to achieving academic excellence is reflected in the outstanding results our students achieve year on year, supported by a learning environment that respects the thoughtful yet intentional balance between challenge and care. We provide abundant opportunities within and beyond the classroom to empower every student to discover their potential and strive for success in all aspects of life.
Our classroom learning environment is guided by two bespoke frameworks, developed specifically by Flinders staff, for Flinders students:
- The Flinders Teaching and Learning Framework, and
- The Flinders Wellbeing Framework.
Informed by evidence-based research, both Frameworks set the key priorities for our teachers and define ‘the Flinders way’. This focus aims to meet the explicit needs of our students as individuals and to enable them to flourish as they grow through each age and stage of their development. The Frameworks are deeply interconnected and mutually reinforcing, working together to place student wellbeing and learning at the core of our educational vision, enabling our graduates to achieve ‘Excellence in Learning and Life’.
Affiliated with the Anglican Church, we uphold Christian values and our core College values in everything we do, fostering a culture of respect for oneself and others at every level.
I am incredibly proud to be part of this outstanding learning community and warmly encourage you to reach out if you would like more information or to arrange a visit to our campus. We would be delighted to welcome you.
Ms Michelle Carroll | Principal
Our Guiding Statements
Our Guiding Statements
As a blueprint for the future, our "Flinders Future 2023-2027" strategic plan identifies the Guiding Statements and five Strategic Pillars that guide the direction of the College and outline the overall strategy and objectives we wish to achieve. They do not exist in isolation; projects and initiatives are inter-connected and together, they enhance our capacity to reach our goals.
Our School
We educate for excellence in learning and life.
We value compassion, courage, integrity and respect.
We welcome students, parents and staff from diverse backgrounds, faiths and cultures in accordance with our Christian principles.
Our Mission
Through transformational learning experiences, we inspire our students to achieve academic excellence, develop a profound sense of humanity and be motivated to create positive change in the world around them.
Our Values
Our Motto
Our Vision
To Educate for Excellence in Learning and Life
Our Motto
Faith | Skill | Endeavour
Strategic Pillars
Strategic Pillars
LEARNING AND ACHIEVING
We will foster a vibrant learning environment that promotes exceptional scholarship and a culture of deep learning and engagement.
CHARACTER AND CULTURE
We will develop ethical, aware
and empowered students with the desire and skills to make a positive contribution in the wider world.
PEOPLE AND PURPOSE
We will build the capacity and capability of Flinders staff to thrive and lead learning.
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
We will build and sustain a College community
in which every person – from students and
staff through to parents, volunteers and Old Flinderians – feels valued, included, informed and connected to one another and to Flinders.
SUSTAINABLE FUTURE
We will embed sustainability principles and practices throughout learning and teaching, facilities development, community engagement and operational activities.
Why Choose Flinders?
Every Student, Every Day
At Flinders, our exceptional staff are committed to ensuring that every student is seen, heard and cared for while being provided the consistent support, challenge, resources and opportunities to strive for excellence in learning and life.
Quality Teaching
Each student embarks on a unique learning journey. At Flinders, our holistic educational philosophy is brought to life by a passionate, highly skilled and deeply engaged teaching team. Our educators tailor learning experiences to empower each student to discover their strengths, hone their skills and explore their interests. The Flinders academic programs are purposefully designed by experienced teachers to cultivate mastery of knowledge and skills, equipping students to apply their learning to real-world challenges with confidence and insight.
Academic Excellence
At Flinders, we nurture a learning environment that promotes exceptional scholarship through a culture of deep learning and engagement. Across a broad range of subjects and through transformational learning experiences, our graduating students consistently achieve top ATAR results, enabling their pursuit of first-choice tertiary pathways.
In our Secondary School, we also challenge and extend "Every Student, Every Day" students through specialised programs, including our Advanced Mathematics pathway and Music EDGE program for skilled musicians in Years 8 and 9. Senior students can explore accelerated QCE subject pathways to prepare for tertiary studies and future careers.
In our Primary School, the Ready For… program provides a dynamic and differentiated learning experience, with specialised and targeted teaching in numeracy and literacy, empowering children to thrive and excel from an early age.
Belonging and Care
Creating a sense of belonging and connection is a key priority at Flinders. Our strong House structure fosters inclusiveness and identity while creating a supportive environment where students are known, valued and encouraged by peers and mentors across different year levels. House activities, such as sporting events and service initiatives, encourage students to develop camaraderie, teamwork and leadership skills. There is a welcome sense of tradition as each House system nurtures pride and lifelong friendships, enriching the overall school experience.
“Our educators tailor learning experiences to empower each student to discover their strengths, hone their skills and explore their interests.”
Wellbeing Programs
Our commitment to students’ holistic development is reflected in a comprehensive and age-appropriate wellbeing curriculum and outdoor education program, guided by the Flinders Wellbeing Framework.
In Secondary, the WELL4Life program includes the award-winning The Resilience Project, and in Primary we embrace the Grow Your Mind initiative to equip students with essential skills and strategies to navigate life’s challenges with confidence.
Across Years 10-12, our bespoke Academic Care program also provides targeted lessons on study skills, career and tertiary pathways, and academic integrity. Together, these initiatives foster self-awareness and a strong sense of purpose, empowering students to thrive academically and personally while fostering a positive, healthy and meaningful learning experience.
Co-Curricular Opportunities
At Flinders, learning extends far beyond the classroom. Our rich and dynamic co-curricular program inspires students to discover their passions, build confidence and develop lifelong skills.
Whether excelling in music, sport, service learning, dramatic arts, chess or academic projects such as STEM and coding, students are expertly guided and encouraged by our dedicated coaching staff and tutors.
Through these experiences, Flinders students cultivate resilience, teamwork and a strong sense of belonging, preparing them for success in school and beyond.
Round Square School
As a member school of Round Square, Flinders is
connected to an international community of more than
260 schools across 50 countries. The network collaborates
on global connections, collaborative projects and character
development. With up to 50 global and domestic exchange
opportunities on offer to our Secondary School students
and two service learning trips abroad each year, there
are exciting opportunities for students to broaden their
learning environment, make a positive impact and develop
as globally-minded, courageous and compassionate
leaders.
Industry Recognition
In 2024, Flinders was nationally recognised with an Excellence Award for ‘Innovation in Curriculum Design’ for its bespoke Year to RISE program through the Australian Education Awards, and won The Educator’s ‘Sustainable School Programs Award’ for its unique Flinders Farm and curriculum programs. These accolades, complemented by recognition as a 5-Star Innovative School for the past three years and as the Primary School of the Year (Non-Government) at the 2023 Australian Education Awards, exemplify the College’s commitment to fostering a progressive yet rigorous learning environment for our students.
Wellbeing and Pastoral Care
Flinders Frameworks
At Flinders, we are proud of our deep commitment to ‘know’ young people and to create the optimal conditions to inspire their wellbeing, learning and growth. Our approach to learning is underpinned by the understanding that students must feel valued, supported and experience a sense of belonging within every learning environment.
In 2025, the College introduced two bespoke and rigorous frameworks to guide our Primary and Secondary Schools: Flinders Teaching and Learning Framework and Flinders Wellbeing Framework.
Informed by evidence-based research, both frameworks establish the key priorities for our educators and staff over the next five years, articulating the principles that define our practices at Flinders. The aim is to meet the explicit needs of our students as individuals and to enable them to flourish as they grow through each age and stage of their development, from Prep through to Year 12.
The two frameworks are deeply interconnected and mutually reinforcing, working together to place student wellbeing and learning at the core of our educational vision, thereby enabling our graduates to achieve ‘Excellence in Learning and Life’.
Excellence in Learning
Flinders Teaching & Learning Framework
When children’s foundational needs for wellbeing are met, they are more emotionally available and cognitively ready to learn. Our new Teaching and Learning Framework guides our curriculum design and teaching practices, underpinned by two robust theories: Self-Determination Theory, which is a theory of motivation, and the Science of Learning, which is a theory of learning drawn from the fields of neuroscience and educational psychology.
Across four domains, our staff cultivate an innovative and holistic learning environment that builds students’ Relationships, Agency, Mastery and Purpose (RAMP).
Excellence in Life
Flinders Wellbeing Framework
The Flinders Wellbeing Framework highlights our students’ foundational needs to feel healthy, happy and safe in order to embrace learning to their full potential. With each day our students arrive on campus, we strive
to uphold their wellbeing across five key elements, each integral to fostering a balanced and fulfilling life; they include cognitive, emotional, social, physical and spiritual wellbeing.
In the Primary School years, we sow the seeds for students to grow into open-minded, compassionate and adaptable young people. While the focus during students’ Secondary School journey is to encourage intrinsic motivation, a strong moral compass, and a sense of hope and excitement for the future.
The Flinders Journey
The Flinders Journey
Our students are supported at every step of their learning journey at Flinders...
from Pre-Kindy and Kindy in the Flinders Early Learning Centre to the start of Prep and through to Year 12 graduation.
Throughout this journey, the College aims to inspire curiosity, develop critical thinking and foster intellectual agility.
Students also prepare to be socially conscious and responsible, contributing citizens in a culturally diverse world.
Flinders Early Learning Centre
PRE-KINDERGARTEN AND KINDERGARTEN
PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN, AGES 3 – 6 YEARS
The Flinders Early Learning Centre (FELC) is located in a beautiful rainforest setting, neighbouring the Matthew Flinders Anglican College campus. The centre provides light-filled classrooms, art studios, writing centres, discovery areas and reading nooks. along with flexible learning spaces that connect to outdoor learning areas.
Children enjoy the ample opportunity to spend time in nature, whether exploring the veggie gardens and rainforest gardens or spending time in the neighbouring rainforest wetland areas or going on visits to the Flinders Farm, which is just a short campus walk away.
FELC’s Reggio Emilia-inspired learning programs are led by an experienced Director and taught by a committed team of four-year university-trained early childhood teachers, who are supported by early learning assistants with a minimum of two years’ training experience.
FELC exceeds expectations in all seven areas of the National Quality Standards and receives a glowing accreditation and rating report.
Primary School
Primary School at Flinders
In our Flinders Primary School, we strive to enable every child to realise their academic potential and develop as critical thinkers with creative and curious minds, a collaborative disposition and a strong moral character.
Flinders was proud to be endorsed as the Primary School of the Year (Non-Government)
at the 2023 Australian Education Awards.
JUNIOR PRIMARY:
PREPARATORY YEAR TO YEAR 3
Our Junior Primary community is committed to supporting our youngest students to feel inspired and connected as they commence their learning journey at Flinders. Personalised transition programs enable a confident start, and our educators are skilled in guiding our students to develop competence with foundational knowledge, understanding and competency across all subject areas, with a particular focus on literacy and
numeracy.
From Prep, our students explore a range of Specialist teaching and learning through such subjects as Technology, Music and Languages, and from Year 3 students develop scientific knowledge and critical thinking in our new Primary Science Lab.
SENIOR PRIMARY:
YEARS 4 TO 6
Students are supported to enjoy a seamless transition from our Junior Primary to the dynamic environment of Senior Primary. From Year 4, students begin to extend their learning through developing deeper levels of understanding and competency across a broad range of topics, subjects and concepts where deeper and higher-order thinking skills are prioritised.
Leadership opportunities are on offer as students progress from class leadership roles, such as the Round Square Ambassadors, towards the Year 6 leadership roles of School Leader, House Captain and Music Captain for Choir, Orchestra and Band. Outdoor camps are further opportunities for leadership and skills development, with students embarking on overnight experiences to challenge themselves and grow their relationships.
Signature Curriculum Programs
Flinders Primary School
Our innovative signature programs are designed to have a clear and positive impact on our students' academic attainment, learning engagement and personal development.
Underpinned by Self-Determination Theory and the Science of Learning research and evidence, these
Flinders Primary School programs enable our students to achieve excellence in learning and life.
LEARNER POWERS
Our Learner Powers program focuses on building five dispositions for students to become engaged, successful and confident learners: Collaborative, Innovative, Reflective, Resilient and Self-Motivated. Students become aware of what these dispositions entail, identify their strengths and areas for growth, set goals, take responsibility for their learning and celebrate their achievements, which all contributes to building a strong sense of agency as learners.
READY FOR…
Our Ready For… approach provides differentiation in Literacy and Numeracy to ensure students engage with the right level of personal challenge to support ongoing achievement and progress. This approach also enables smaller class sizes, resulting in more individual instruction. English and Mathematics Specialists teachers challenge students in their ‘Ready For Application’ classes to apply their knowledge to more abstract and complex learning tasks and concepts.
I-CARE & i-IMPACT
Our I-care (Prep-Year 2) and i-Impact (Years 3-6) programs empower students to integrate Humanities, Science and Technologies subjects from the Australian Curriculum while using human-centred design thinking to empathise, ideate and prototype innovative solutions to cultural, social and environmental issues. Richly integrated emerging technologies assist in supporting a spirit of entrepreneurialism and social justice so that students can make a positive impact in the world.
WONDER
Held in the Wonderarium, our Wonder Lessons promote insatiable curiosity, creativity, innovation, wonder and awe in our students. These lessons invite students to explore artefacts, provocations and novel ideas, and engage in questioning, researching, problem-seeking and problem-solving, and designing and pitching ideas. Wonder Lessons support our students to develop the skills, knowledge and dispositions to embrace our I-care and i-Impact programs.
FLINDERS WELLBEING
As part of our Flinders Wellbeing Framework, our Primary Wellbeing program guides our students’ social and emotional learning and puts into practice our College values. Students learn through Religious And Values (RAVE) lessons, Chapel services and the award-winning Grow Your Mind wellbeing program, based on four pillars of research: positive psychology; social and emotional learning; public health; and neuroscience. Students build skills and strategies to support brain health, emotional regulation, friendships and teamwork, a sense of belonging, resilience, character and gratitude.
FIND MY SPARK AND PLAY & PROSPER
The Find My Spark and the Play & Prosper co-curricular programs enable our staff to share their passions and interests with students and support the development of positive social and emotional skills beyond the classroom. Find My Spark features cultural, sporting, musical and lifestyle activities to support students to excel in learning and life. Play & Prosper enables students to engage in more structured play during lunchtimes to develop skills in collaboration, healthy friendships, resilience, conflict resolution and other key social and emotional competencies.
Secondary School
Flinders Secondary School
Throughout Secondary School at Flinders, students engage in a dynamic learning environment that fosters high academic achievement, subject mastery and meaningful student agency.
As our students emerge as young adults, we inspire and empower them to reach their full potential, shaping the character and competencies needed to excel in both learning and life.
MIDDLE SCHOOL:
YEARS 7 TO 9
Our Middle School students thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment that nurtures their self-reliance and responsibility, essential for developing a strong sense of identity. Recognising adolescents’ innate desire for purpose, empowerment and independence, our Middle School programs are student-centred and intentionally designed to be collaborative and outcome-driven. The award-winning Flinders Year to RISE program empowers our Year 9 students to explore their learninG through real-world applications, which develops deep disciplinary knowledge and cultivates a global perspective. The Year to RISE journey enables students to gain the confidence, self-discipline and academic maturity needed to take ownership of their learning as they transition into Senior School.
SENIOR SCHOOL:
YEARS 10 TO 12
Our Senior School program is built on strong, collaborative student-teacher partnerships that provide unwavering support as students navigate their QCAA studies. Each student is empowered to set academic goals, be an autonomous learner and flourish to their potential. With the majority of students aspiring to university pathways, our curriculum and pastoral
care programs are strategically designed to nurture academic excellence and personal growth. The final years at Flinders are a defining chapter, rich with milestone moments and leadership opportunities, such as through our Prefect and Captain portfolios across a diverse range of activities.
“Flinders is intent on developing in students the competencies and dispositions required for a successful future, including communication, collaboration, and critical and creative thinking.”
Signature Curriculum Programs
Flinders Secondary School
WELLBEING PROGRAM
Guided by our Flinders Wellbeing Framework, our Secondary Wellbeing Program strengthens the capacity of our students’ cognitive, emotional, social, physical and spiritual health. Students develop the skills, knowledge and attitudes that underpin healthy self-esteem and wellbeing through our pastoral care and wellbeing curriculum programs, including our Flinders WELL4Life, the award-winning The Resilience Project and our Senior School Leave Well and Academic Care programs. Our Year 11 Leadership Conference provides a college residence experience at the University of Queensland for students to build teamwork and learn about healthy relationships while reflecting on their goals and growing as leaders to prepare for Year 12 and beyond.
ACADEMIC ENDEAVOUR
Guided by our Flinders Teaching and Learning Framework, our specialised enrichment programs enable students to embrace their talents and accelerate their learning. Our Advanced Mathematics pathway for aspiring mathematicians includes preparation for the Cambridge IGCSE examinations; the Music EDGE program nurtures skilled musicians in Years 8 and 9; and accelerated QCE subject pathways prepare our Senior School students for university and beyond. Our staff also mentor students through co-curricular opportunities, such as the Da Vinci Decathlon, Maths Olympiad and Mayor’s Telstra Innovation Awards.
FLINDERS YEAR TO RISE
This award-winning program provides our Year 9 students with an innovative, year-long journey, blending rigorous research, high-impact teaching strategies and the joy of discovery. The program is delivered across a dynamic combination of core and elective subjects, a bespoke suite of fusion courses integrating key learning areas and a self-selected, week-long discovery tour. Students build the knowledge, skills and confidence to ask bold questions, seek meaningful solutions and take action in an ever-changing world.
INSPIRING FUTURES PROGRAM
Developed through the Flinders Discovery Institute, our Inspiring Futures (IF...) program facilitates the following experiential events to connect Senior School students with authentic, high-performing role models. The aim is to identify, nurture and empower Flinders students across Years 10-12 into tertiary pathways and careers, and to invest in students’ individual and collective potential for enacting advocacy and change.
INSPIRING WOMEN IN SCIENCE AND HEALTH (I-WISH) CONFERENCE
I-WiSH empowers talented women and girls to explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics careers and leadership roles. The two-day event connects Flinders Senior School students who have a passion for science with leading Australian researchers and students and school leaders visiting from across Australia.
LEADING MEN AT FLINDERS
This powerful leadership program enables young men in our Senior School to become ethical leaders who enact positive masculinity, courage and integrity. Through events and experiences featuring outstanding role models, students deepen their understanding of ethical leadership and are inspired to step up as role models of positive masculinity.
FLINDERS POWERED BY DESIGN
Powered By Design challenges our Year 10 students to explore the diverse career paths and opportunities on offer through the design and innovation industry. Guest speakers from across Australia share insights into their successful business enterprises and students engage in a real-world Design Thinking challenge to experience first-hand the thrill of prototyping and pitching to contribute to a better world.
FLINDERS YOUTH GAME CHANGERS
This exciting collaboration between Flinders, the University of Queensland (UQ) and the Queensland Academy of Sport sees our Year 11 student athletes participate in and explore legacy building in sport, infrastructure, sustainability, business and First Nations culture to create a positive impact in the community around the Brisbane 2032 Olympics and Paralympics.
Co-Curricular Opportunities
Co-Curricular Opportunities
Sport
Flinders offers a comprehensive range of inter-school sporting opportunities, allowing students to train and compete both socially and competitively against both independent and government schools on the Sunshine Coast.
Students aged 10–18 also have the opportunity to trial for representative sport at district, regional and state levels across a wide array of sports, including cricket, football, netball, rugby, swimming, tennis and touch football.
To ensure every student thrives in a supportive sporting environment, Flinders employs expert Directors of Sport and Coaching Staff across key disciplines, such as basketball, cricket, netball, rugby, soccer, touch football, volleyball, and water polo.
Our state-of-the-art sporting facilities are a feature of the Flinders experience, offering a full suite of high-performance amenities that cater to a wide range of athletic pursuits.
The campus boasts three floodlit playing fields, perfect for football, rugby and other field sports, providing a professional-grade environment for both training and competition.
In addition, four cricket nets and six well-maintained tennis courts offer ample space for training, warm-ups and competitive matches.
Our indoor facilities include two versatile courts for basketball, netball and volleyball, providing year-round accessibility, as well as a fully equipped strength and conditioning centre on campus, designed to support peak physical performance.
Athletes also benefit from our Flinders Aquatic Centre, with its competition-standard swimming pool, which is ideal for training, carnivals and swim meets.
With all training conducted within the safety and convenience of our campus, these facilities provide our athletes with everything they need to succeed, in a supportive environment for both individual and team sports.
Opportunities Through Sport
Flinders Elite Athlete Program
The Flinders Elite Athlete Program (FEAP) is designed for student athletes at State and National levels who aspire to excel both in sport and academics. This dynamic program provides personalised support to guide athletes in balancing their sporting commitments with academic responsibilities while nurturing their health and wellbeing.
FEAP also offers tailored mentoring, with access to expert networks and exclusive workshops which feature professional athletes, sports leaders and high-performance specialists who share their insights on a range of topics, from nutrition and mindset to breathwork, injury prevention, rehab and effective media management.
Each athlete follows an individual performance plan, developed in liaison with individual coaches and external programs that are customised to meet their specific academic needs and the demands of their chosen sport.
Flinders Club Sports
Our Flinders Club Sport is offered to Flinders students in conjunction with local students. Our Club Sports are led by a generous band of volunteer parents who enjoy contributing to their children’s sport programs as team managers, scorers and coaches, and through official roles. Our four Flinders Club Sports include football (soccer), netball, cricket and rugby, with more than 400 registered junior players participating in venues on Saturday across the Sunshine Coast.
Flinders Aquatic Academy
The Flinders Phoenix Swimming club is located within the Flinders Aquatic Academy on campus and led by Olympian and Head Coach, Chris Wright. The expert Phoenix team strives to develop well-rounded athletes who are confident and capable in all aspects of life.
Tennis Academy
Students with a passion for tennis benefit from a holistic approach to player development through the Andrew Kratzmann Tennis Academy on campus at Matthew Flinders Anglican College. Andrew is also the Flinders Director of Tennis and is committed to cultivating each player’s technical skills for success on the court along with their mental resilience and strategic thinking.
Music
The renowned Flinders Music program is a vibrant and inspiring hub for musical excellence, offering a rich blend of curriculum, co-curricular opportunities and studio lessons across three exceptional programs—Choral, Strings and Bands/Percussion. With 23 performance ensembles and nearly one-third of students participating in the highly anticipated Flinders Concert Season from
May to October, the College fosters a thriving culture of audience attendance. For our most accomplished musicians, invitation-only ensembles provide a platform to refine their craft and perform at the highest level.
Our talented students rehearse and showcase in our purpose-built Flinders Performance Centre, designed for ensemble acoustics, and the newly refurbished Music Centre, which enhances the learning and rehearsal experience. Flinders musicians consistently achieve top placements in prestigious music eisteddfods across Queensland, and many students receive offers to leading tertiary institutions across Australia and internationally. With a remarkable track record of graduates excelling in performance, teaching and composition, the Flinders Music program is a launchpad for success, empowering students to turn their passion into a lifelong pursuit.
Dramatic Arts
For students passionate about the dramatic arts, Flinders is committed to providing continual opportunities to participate in musical and theatre productions, workshops and touring. Students are able to audition, rehearse and perform in professional venues on the Flinders campus, including the main stage Performance Centre venue, the 120-seat traditional Drama Theatre and the intimate
90-seat Experimental Theatre. Students may choose cocurricular opportunities to perform under the bright stage lights or learn technical skills behind the scenes. The outcomes are positive as students develop talents and skills while building lifelong friendships. For keen students in the Senior Primary there is a youth theatre opportunity to learn skills in auditioning, singing, dancing and acting, with opportunities to step up and join the Secondary School productions.
Co-Curricular Clubs and Projects
There are many co-curricular cultural and service activities for Secondary School students to be involved in and create positive change, such as the Flinders Environment Authority and French Club. In the Primary School, students can be of service as Round Square Ambassadors, helping to lead their peers in fundraising for charities and supporting social justice projects, and through the Find My Spark program of entrepreneurial and community service clubs and activities.
Our academic and innovation clubs stimulate and prepare students of all ages for such opportunities as the Da Vinci Decathlon, chess tournaments, esports meets, maths and STEM challenges, writing competitions, and design and innovation challenges. The ENIGMA program invites students to work on projects that drive entrepreneurship, innovation and tech awareness, with recent projects focused on creating a radio station and building a retro arcade machine.
Outdoor Education
The Flinders Outdoor Education program is an opportunity for students to challenge themselves physically, emotionally and spiritually, and to experience a sense of peace as they connect with the natural world. Annual year-level camps and leadership retreats are on offer from Year 3 to Year 11, enabling students to develop and strengthen friendships and connections with their peers and staff, and providing them with vital support networks and a sense of belonging.
The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award is a strong tradition at Flinders, guiding students to develop through volunteering, adventures, service and leadership. The Award equips participants with the skills, attributes and experiences needed to meet the challenges of life and work after
school.
Campus and Facilities
Contemporary Facilities
Our College campus features modern and versatile learning precincts and spaces equipped with rich technology that enable our students to learn 21st century skills and explore co-curricular opportunities across sport, music, the dramatic arts and academic growth.
Key facilities include the Music Precinct, a dynamic hub for music education and performance, featuring the Flinders Performance Centre—a professional-grade, 600-seat venue. There is also the half-hectare Flinders Farm and agricultural hub, the Quarterdeck Café and the Chapel for learning and reflection guided by our Chaplain.
Sporting facilities include the indoor Sports Centre; Flinders Aquatic Centre; two floodlit sports ovals and a clubhouse; a cricket turf, wicket and cricket nets; four floodlit outdoor multi-purpose hard courts suitable for tennis, basketball and netball; and the Flinders Fitness Centre for team and individual training.
Flinders Master Plan
The Flinders Master Plan is innovating for the future with a suite of new and refurbished learning precincts and facilities. Each project significantly enhances the College’s capacity to provide a dynamic, future-focused learning environment for our students and staff to excel.
Recently completed projects include the state-of-the-art Infinity Centre and its award-winning outdoor learning zone, The Green; the Flagship Centre for our Years 5 and 6 students; the Wonderarium Learning Centre in the Primary School; and the Secondary Science Precinct.
Work is underway on the design and planning for the Primary School’s Prep to Year 4 classrooms and outdoor spaces, adapted to suit the needs of our younger learners and support their learning, achievement and wellbeing. There is also an ambitious three-phase rollout of a new Sports Precinct and Facilities to nurture students’ physical development and wellbeing. This exciting project will include a Strength and Conditioning Centre along with major upgrades to the indoor Sports Centre and Flinders Aquatic Centre.
Community
Our Community
Flinders is committed to nurturing a connected and engaged community of students, parents, staff and graduates who care for and support each other and contribute to the College’s growth and vibrancy.
Flinders Parents & Friends
The Flinders P&F aims to support the College by providing resources to enhance the wellbeing and development of our students and staff, and to engage family and community. Fundraising and social events help to promote the inclusive and supportive nature of our Flinders community.
Flinders Foundation
The Flinders Foundation has a history of philanthropic character and
aims to connect, engage and support the College community. The
Foundation plays a vital role in funding and supporting the development
of innovative and significant programs, scholarships and facilities for the
benefit of students.
Old Flinderians
The Old Flinderians’ Association provides an ideal link between the College and graduates who have embarked on bright adventures. Our College community appreciates when Old Flinderians return to the College to say “hello” and to guest present at events, mentor at conferences and workshops, join in reunions and community events, and to play alongside our students, for example, by taking to the stage for a music concert or participating in friendly sports matches.
Book Your Tour
Book Your Tour
Matthew Flinders Anglican College provides students with a positive environment for excellence in learning and life.
To learn more about joining Flinders, we invite you to contact our Admissions Team to book a personalised tour of our campus or join one of our signature discovery
events.
Our intake years are Prep, Year 3, Year 4 and Year 5 in the Primary School, and Year 7 in the Secondary School. Students are also admitted into other year levels as places become available.
We look forward to meeting you and your family, and sharing more about our friendly, caring and supportive Flinders community.
