“Victory & Valour” is the College motto and two large bronze lions, thus named, stand as sentries at the administration building entrance to symbolise these noble pursuits. Each year level is restricted to two classes and students belong to either Vic or Val Form.

At Tamborine Mountain College we value:

• Excellence in learning and teaching 

• Social justice and equity 

• Lifelong learning that empowers individuals and enriches society 

• Success / personal best and integrity

• Happiness and well-being

• A caring school environment characterised by respect, confidence and consideration for others.

At Tamborine Mountain College we believe that children:

• Deserve a safe, supportive learning environment
• Benefit from investigation and learning through experience
• Have individual learning needs

The TMC Primary Values Program and Secondary ARC Program (Academics, Resilience and Careers) strengthens the social climate of the College as well as addressing cyber-safety, respect, resilience, confidence etc. Although there is no religious affiliation or instruction, moral and social expectations are reinforced in our school community. Close communication exists with parents and numerous parent teacher events are held throughout the year.