The College Primary campus adheres to the Australian Curriculum and Early Years Curriculum Guidelines. Tamborine Mountain College’s educational philosophy ensures that there is a strong emphasis on modern, innovative teaching programs based upon traditional values. Caring and committed teachers in well-equipped classrooms provide a balance between formal and child centered learning. Excursions and special events are held throughout the year to enhance the learning process.

Extensive computer access is incorporated across the curriculum at all year levels, with a sequential program to develop appropriate skills. The use of online learning initiatives enables the students to construct meaning, present knowledge and enhance their learning techniques. 

Challenging teaching and learning activities in the key learning areas of English, Mathematics, Science, History and the Social Sciences, Digital Technology, Health and Physical Education, the Arts and French Culture and Language, contribute to an all-encompassing curriculum.

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At Tamborine Mountain College, student–centered learning is our focus to ensure that students reach their potential in our caring learning environment. We cater for the individual, and recognise and celebrate personal success and achievement. The College has a strong academic core with after-school tutorials for gifted and talented students as well as for those requiring additional personal assistance. 

Junior Secondary 

For Junior Secondary Years 7, 8 and 9, the College has a core curriculum of English, Maths, History and the Social Sciences, Science, Art, Drama, French, Digital Technology and Physical Education, which provide a holistic grounding for senior secondary education.

Year 10 is the foundation year for senior schooling. The focus during this year is on an individual career SET plan which will assist in decision making for subject selection at senior level. Certificate courses and TAFE options (which may include work experience, school-based traineeships and apprenticeships) are explored as part of the College’s program. 

Senior Secondary

Year 11 and 12 students work towards a Senior Statement and QCE (Qld Certificate of Education). 

Pathways for students are:

  *  a strong academic focus with the goal being entrance into tertiary study 

  *  a school-based traineeship or apprenticeship with a view to full-time employment post Year 12.

Subject selection and timetabling cater to these pathways. 

Senior students study 5 subjects. Students manage their study time as well as commitments such as TAFE, part time employment, apprenticeships, traineeships and optional university courses.

Tamborine Mountain College has an excellent reputation in academics and most graduating students elect to continue their studies at tertiary level. As a valued partner of universities such as Griffith University, Bond University, Southern Cross Queensland and many others, our College students benefit from university scholarships and early entry guarantee. Our graduating students have been recipients of the Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship to Griffith University, The Sir Samuel Griffith Scholarship and the Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship to Bond University.  

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Tamborine Mountain College is a member of an Independent Sporting Association and is part of the Hinterland Independent Association (HIA), with students competing against Hills International College and Kooralbyn International School. Sport is encouraged at participation level or to a higher competitive level depending upon the individual. 

Competitive sport begins in middle Primary and continues throughout Secondary School. In addition, there is a Sports Certificate Program at senior level in the Secondary campus. A range of competitive sporting pathways are available to students, with some of our students progressing to national level of representation. 

Co-curricular activities, including camps and subject specific excursions show how learning outside the classroom is valued. 

Extracurricular activities are also highly valued, including debating, public speaking, titration, STEM, competitive sport, school productions, snow trips, overseas trips, Duke of Edinburgh and equestrian competitions. Year 4 learn a Band instrument as part of the curriculum. Instrumental music tuition is offered from Year 5 to all levels in Secondary. This forms the basis of our College Bands.

In both Primary and Secondary, excellence in debating and public speaking skills result in many of our students progressing through to the Finals in the Gold Coast regional events. Students from Years 5 to 12 have the chance to be involved in inter school debating competitions.  

Students also have the opportunity to expand their interests by participating in lunchtime clubs. Activities available for students include chess, book clubs, choir, French club, Leo Club, Duke of Edinburgh’s Award (Yr 9 and up), board games and other specialist interest areas. 

The Drama Excellence Program is open to Secondary students who wish to hone their skills in drama and performance, and expand their portfolio of theatre work. The program is designed to provide a diverse range of drama experiences through the exploration of various theatre forms and styles. Students work intensively with teachers to develop a live performance outcome for audiences.

The Arts Excellence Program for senior students provides opportunities for talented students to develop their skills and expand their knowledge of different art mediums. Workshops are also available, where recognised artists share their styles with our students.

Digital Technology is an integral part of the learning environment at Tamborine Mountain College. TMC utilises the Cloud, thereby ensuring that access to materials is available anytime, anywhere. Tablets, Chromebooks and Google Apps for Education are just some of the ways ICT is used to enhance the learning experience 

The College utilises the Wheelers eLibrary Platform with hundreds of fiction titles available including audiobooks for students to borrow and read on their digital devices. The complete campus wireless connectivity to the internet and intranet has age appropriate and secure content filters in place. Along with data projectors and LCD monitors, these are used as teaching tools to enhance the content of a lesson. Interactive whiteboards are used to enable teachers to deliver lessons that cater to a wide range of learning styles and incorporate ICT. 

Close communication exists with parents and an active Parents & Friends Association is supportive of the College. The group meets on a monthly basis and is responsible for fundraising and assist with co-curricular activities. Everyone is welcome to attend the meetings. Notice of meetings will be on our web posts.

• Pre-Prep wear navy sports top and the College sports uniform with a full brim soft green hat for every day.
• Prep, Years One and Two wear the College sports uniform with a full brim soft green hat for every day. The sports uniform bears the colour of the House that the student is in – Gold for Nicholls, Red for Walton, Blue for Kyle. 
• Year Three, Four, Five and Six – Formal College uniform with the green jumper for winter. Boys have the option of shorts or trousers. Girls have the option to wear either culottes, trousers or skirt as part of the formal uniform. An Akubra hat is also worn.
• Year Seven, Eight and Nine - Formal College uniform with a green blazer to distinguish junior high students. Girls have the option to wear either culottes, trousers or skirt as part of the formal uniform. An Akubra hat is also worn. Sports uniform for sports days.
• Year Ten, Eleven and Twelve - TMC uniform with navy blazer for senior high students. Girls have the option to wear either culottes, trousers or skirt as part of the formal uniform. An Akubra hat is also worn. Sports uniform for sports days.

The snack shop is available for Secondary students to purchase items at morning tea and lunchtime. Orders for hot food & sandwiches are online through Flexischools for Primary & Secondary students. Sushi and other items are available for purchase on certain days. Primary meals are delivered to the classrooms.