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Downlands College is an independent, Catholic, coeducational, day and boarding school with a long tradition of heart-centred and values-based education. Owned and conducted by the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart (MSC) with the assistance of a deeply committed group of teachers and support staff, Downlands has a long history of academic, sporting and cultural achievement and is the school of choice for many families.
Downlands is a place where one’s heart can find a home - where students can grow and flourish as they develop a sense of truth, goodness and beauty and so be ready to go out and to make a difference in the world. |
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Situated in the regional city of Toowoomba at the centre of a prosperous rural community, Downlands provides a full range of facilities often found only in large cities. The College is nestled in 38 hectares of landscaped grounds, with historic buildings and modern facilities, including a performing arts centre; dance, drama and film studios; indoor sports centre; flourishing Rural Centre; seven ovals; and a heated 50m outdoor pool.
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With a concern for both the academic and pastoral well-being of students, Downlands College encourages all to do their best and strive for excellence. The College respects and celebrates the diverse abilities of all young people. A substantial curriculum, characterised by both breadth and depth, supports strong academic endeavour. This is demonstrated through our student achievements in our student’s post-high school pathways, with high ATAR results, university admissions and post-school employment. Students also perform very highly on national numeracy and literacy testing programs. |
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There is a rich tradition of excellence in the Arts at Downlands College. Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of ensembles and events, all designed to bring out their natural creativity and to develop confidence.
Students with an interest in, or passion for visual art, music, dance, acting or singing can choose from many school-based and external opportunities to learn and perform. Downlands College offers a well-developed cultural program led by dedicated and qualified staff. |
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There is a rich tradition of excellence in sport at Downlands College. Students are encouraged to maintain healthy fitness levels, define outcomes, develop and implement strategies, assess situations and respond accordingly, actively seek or create opportunities and develop character in the form of good sportsmanship.
Training is provided by qualified coaches and students are encouraged to reach the highest level of expertise at which they are comfortable. |
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Boarding is integral to the Downlands community, and our boarders are the heart and soul of the College. Established in 1931, Downlands welcomed day boys and girls in 1971 and has been fully co-educational since 1993. Coeducation has the advantage of keeping families together - brothers and sisters can stay, live and grow up alongside each other, forming memories that last a lifetime.
Downlands is the boarding school of choice for many rural families in Queensland, New South Wales, and the Northern Territory, and international students are also welcomed. Up to 300 students and eight residential staff call Downlands home during school terms, and three families live on campus full time. |
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