Bowden Brompton Community School Competitors

The Armidale School is an independent Anglican co-educational school from pre-kindergarten to Year 12 offering boarding from Year 6. Established in 1894 and located in the vibrant regional city of Armidale in northern NSW, TAS became fully co-educational in 2016 and almost half of the school’s enrolment is now girls, including in boarding. With current enrolments at 670 (including 230 boarders), TAS has a Junior School offering the IB Primary Years Programme (Years T-5), Middle School (Years 6-8) and Senior School (9-12). TAS is one of the oldest boarding schools in the State, with half of the secondary students living on the campus. TAS encourages the pursuit of academic success as well as participation in the full breadth of the co-curricular and outdoor activities programs that shape the development of character, resilience and a passion for life. Activities such as cadets (TAS is the one of the three oldest cadet units in Australia), surf life saving and Rural Fire Service are complemented by service trips and expeditions in Australia and overseas. TAS is the only regional member of the Athletic Association of Great Public Schools (AAGPS NSW), as well as being a member of Round Square, a world-wide association of schools that believe education is not just about academic achievement, but also about giving students the opportunity, through adventure, leadership and service activities, to prove to themselves that they can make a difference. Complementing the historic main building designed by noted architect Sir John Sulman are a Creative Arts centre with a 240-seat theatre and specialist classrooms, indoor 25m heated swimming pool, gymnasium and strength training centre, six sporting ovals and eight all-weather tennis courts, modern classrooms and library, five refurbished bboarding houses, specialist 24 hour Medical Centre, rifle range, trades training centre and large areas of green space.

Seaton has established a reputation as an innovative, dynamic school, constantly developing new approaches and opportunities for students and staff. Seaton's total enrolment of some 830 students provides a good balance of the benefits of a smaller school, in which each student is known as an individual, and the broad range of curriculum offerings and facilities that a larger school can offer. Seaton promotes and celebrates students who are positive, who work hard, and who respect themselves, their families and others, and their environment. Seaton emphasises the development of the whole person, recognising the needs of each individual student. Seaton has high expectations that all students will achieve academic success. Our school promotes active, intellectually challenging learning. Students' achievements are publicly recognised and celebrated. Seaton has high standards of learning, work, behaviour, uniform and participation. We do not tolerate misbehaviour or harassment; any incidents are met with strong consequences. No student is allowed to interfere with the rights, safety or learning of others. The school has distinctive Middle School and Senior School Programs. High priority is given to providing year levels with strong, visible leadership, tight management and thorough follow up. Seaton offers programs and support for students with a wide range of learning abilities, including a special program for students with high intellectual potential (SHIP), and support for students who are experiencing difficulties. Seaton also offers two very successful Special Classes, which provide pathways toward employment and adult life in partnership with community and vocational organisations. Seaton's grounds are extensive and beautifully landscaped with trees, lawns and birds. They provide an attractive, shaded, serene environment for students to work in during lessons, and to relax in and relate together during breaks.

The School of Languages is a government school which specialises in languages education. Since its establishment in 1986, this unique South Australian school has supported thousands of students to pursue their interest in languages learning and to experience the joy of embracing another culture. The school was initially founded as a secondary school for students from all three sectors. In 2000 the school introduced its first classes for students from Reception to Year 7. Since then our primary classes have continued to grow in popularity and demand.