Our Student Councillors is an organisation conducted by students and supervised by adults undergo leadership training. The purpose of the student council is to give students an opportunity to develop leadership by organizing and carrying out school activities and service projects. In addition to planning events that contribute to school spirit and community welfare, the student council is the voice of the student body. They help share student ideas, interests and concerns with the school wide community.
Students are placed in one of four factions (Boab, Ord, Poinciana & Whitegum) for competitions, events and to promote school pride. The faction system is also used on a regular basis throughout the year to reward good behaviour. Faction captains operate as an opportunity for student leadership through assisting the Physical Education Team with sport equipment, events and initiatives and lead their factions at the College carnivals.
The Clontarf Foundation uses a unique, innovative and highly successful approach to target one of the most at risk groups in contemporary Australian society – young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men. Full-time, locally based Clontarf staff mentor and counsel students on a range of behavioural and lifestyle issues and heavily supports the college caters for their education needs. Through the use of supportive relationships and environment, the boys develop improved self-esteem and confidence which enables them to participate in education and society in a more positive way.
The art of music is a significant contributor to the cultural, social and economic wellbeing of all people. The college offers the Instrumental Music School Services where students learn to play an instrument Through access to high quality teaching, students can discover and explore their talent for music. Instrumental students experience the social, emotional and cognitive benefits of learning music as well as gaining opportunities for self-expression and experiencing the joy of music making.
Primary Extension and Challenge (PEAC) is a part time supplementary program for students in Years 5 and 6. Children are tested in Year 4 and are selected to participate in a range of innovative and challenging programs offered in a variety of ways.