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It is important that parents, caregivers, and students familiarise themselves with College policies, procedures, and behaviour expectations.

This information is available via the Policies and Reports page on the College website and the Policies and Procedures page on MySRC.

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Our College Community Code of Conduct provides guidelines for the effective development of positive relationships within our community and assists in promoting behaviours that are in keeping with our vision and values.

The purpose of the Code of Conduct is to assist in:

• creating a climate of care in the College based on Gospel Values;
• promoting the development of quality relationships which are based on our six pillars of Compassion, Hospitality, Simplicity, Courage, Justice, and Hope;
• developing satisfying, relevant learning experiences that enhance respect, self-discipline, initiative, responsibility, creativity, leadership and a sense of achievement;
• establishing an effective care network leading to personal growth and support.

The College Community Code of Conduct  is published on MySRC.

MySRC

MySRC is the College’s online portal environment, connecting students, parents, caregivers, and staff. Through this platform you can access information and resources relevant to your family, including College newsletters, academic resources, cocurricular notices, event invitations and policies. It also provides a central gateway to update vital information such as medical or address details, and access to student academic results and progress throughout the school year.

Each parent and caregiver has a unique login and your personal login credentials are issued to you via email. If you forget your password, MySRC has a password assistance function on the sign in page. If you are still unable to sign in there is a Support and Feedback button at the bottom of the page.

You can access MySRC via the top menu of the St Rita’s College website and also through the College Mobile App.

Once logged in to MySRC you will be able to view:

• Your child’s timetable, classes, and teacher email addresses.
• Due dates for assessable work for each subject, with feedback on the assessment where relevant.
• Continuous Reporting information.
• Information on co-curriculuar activities and schedules.
• Your own contact details for checking (and updating if required).
• Your child’s House information.
• College News and the College Calendar.
• Links to useful College information.
• Cocurricular activity information and schedules.
• Parent Directory information (if you choose to participate).
• Parent support groups you can join (click Join a Group or Activity from the side menu).

The MySRC Parent User Guide contains information to help parents:

• Navigate the Parent Dashboard and News Feature
• Navigate the Parent Hub
• Navigate the Primary Years Hub
• Receive the daily MySRC News Summary Email
• Share your details in the Parent Directory.

College App

The St Rita’s College App is available on Google Play for Android and Apple App Store for iOS. It is essential that all parents and guardians download the app on their mobile phones. Once downloaded, you can manage your notification settings and tailor your Year level and Cocurricular subscriptions to your child. Please ensure push notifications are turned on in settings so you don’t miss out on any important notices.

Features of the app include:

• All information on MySRC
• Reporting absenteeism
• Easy access to the College newsletter, Verbis
• The College Calendar
• Pantry and Boutique online ordering
• Cocurricular activity information and schedules.
• Links to important College areas
  

Newsletter - Verbis

Verbis is the College newsletter, published online each fortnight and distributed through the College App and MySRC. Parents and Guardians are asked to read the newsletter every fortnight as it is a source of important information for the whole school community.

St Rita’s College uses the health, safety and electronic consent form system Consent2Go to track and store student care information.

This system provides a parent and caregiver controlled electronic medical form to assist us in providing care for students. Parents and caregivers can update medical information online, providing College staff with instant access to the most accurate emergency information.

Consent2Go is an electronic version of the paper based forms previously filled in for excursions and camps etc.

Consent2Go is accessed via MySRC and is used to store student details including:

• Emergency contacts (in the event that parents cannot be contacted in the first instance).
• Medical contacts.
• Medical checklist including asthma, allergies, seizures, diabetes etc.
• Notes and other care instructions from parents and caregivers such as information about required medications.

Parents and caregivers will receive an email invitation from the College to join Consent2Go to complete their child’s profile. The information you enter will only be visible to relevant staff tasked with the care of your child and is managed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Please contact the College if you have any questions or visit Consent2Go for more information.

Contacting Staff

Please contact the relevant staff member via College Reception and/or email available in MySRC. Key contact information is listed above in College Contacts.

Contacting Students

All contact with students during the school day must be made via Student Services on (07) 3860 7171, and a message will be shared with the student. Students are not permitted to carry or access their mobile phone during school hours.

Students who are unwell

The College takes the possible spread of illness seriously and students who are unwell must remain at home. If your child is unwell in the morning prior to leaving for school, they must not attend school that day.

If your child becomes unwell with any illness whilst at school, they are to report to the Health Centre, located near Student Services, where they will be assessed by the College Nurse or First Aid Officer.

Parents and caregivers will be contacted for immediate collection of their child if it is deemed they should not be at school. Students may only enter the Health Centre for temporary respite.

• The College carries a zero tolerance policy with any flu like symptoms.
• Students who require collection from Student Services due to illness or injury must be picked up by a parent or caregiver within one hour of being notified.
• Students are not to independently telephone their parents or caregivers to request to be collected if they are unwell.
• The College Health Centre is for temporary respite only.

Administration of Medication

Students are not permitted to carry medication in their bags or on their person during the school day, except for emergency medications such as EpiPens, Anapens, Ventolin and Insulin.

All medications must be delivered to the Health Centre at the beginning of the school day where they can be safely stored. Students who require assistance to administer their medication to manage their health condition are to visit the Health Centre, where the College Nurse or College staff will provide necessary support.

For all Prescribed medications to be administered to a student during school hours and/or during school related events, the College must be provided with:

• Parental/ Caregiver consent granted via Consent2Go
• The medication in its original, intact packaging, with a completed pharmacy label with both the student’s and doctor’s name on it
• Where applicable, an accompanying Health Plan/ Action Plan

Over the Counter (OTC) Medications

The Health Centre only keeps a limited supply of OTC medication for emergencies and injuries that occur during the school day. The College will not administer any OTC medications e.g. Paracetamol, without Parental/ Caregiver consent via the students Consent2Go profile.

If your child requires OTC medication on a as needed basis, please provide this medication with a completed pharmacy label with both the student and doctor’s name on to the Health Centre.

Routine and as-needed medication

Examples of “Routine” and “As-needed” medication are, Antibiotics, Ritalin, antihistamines, and pain relief. To safely administer these types of medications the College must be provided with:

• Parental/ caregiver consent granted via Consent2Go to administer medication
• The medication in its original, intact packaging, with a completed and current pharmacy label/ medical authorisation.
• Where applicable, an accompanying Health Plan/Action Plan

Where you will need additional written information from you practitioner

The College will need additional written information from the prescribed practitioner if you daughter:

• Requires medication as an emergency response to a health condition.

Depending on your child’s health condition, your doctor will need to complete a specific Action Plan (e.g., Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Diabetes) and/or provide written instructions if your child has more complex needs. Action Plans are to be uploaded via the student’s Consent2Go profile.

It is requested that parents and caregivers regularly review and update their child’s Consent2Go profile to ensure that the College has accurate medical information.

Before School

Student supervision is provided from 8.15am Monday to Friday during the school term. No entry to buildings is permitted prior to the first bell at 8.35am.

Students are not permitted on campus before 7.30am, unless they are participating in a registered before school activity.

From 7.30am, students can attend the Library for quiet reading and study.

From 8.00am, Primary students are supervised at the Sr Assumpta Pavillion for Primary play.

Supervision is extended to St Rita’s College students only, siblings from other schools are not permitted on campus.

The school day commences at 8.38am.

Daily Routine

Years 5-6
School Bell - 8.30am
Period 1
Period 2
Lunch - Years 5 and 6 students have exclusive access to our Primary Years playground, on The Flat and the undercover area in the Sr Assumpta Pavillion.Throughout the year, organised games and events are run on The Flat by Senior students.
Period 3
Period 4
Afternoon Tea
Period 5
End of School - 3.04pm
Pick Up - See: Parking, Drop Off, and Pick Up details below
Year 5 Pick Up operates from 3.20pm - 3.40pm, the boom gate opens at 3.20pm and parents/guardians can use the interior driveway to collect students outside Stanley Hall.
Year 6 students to be picked up on Enderley Road. Primary students may catch the bus or public transport.

Years 7-12
School Bell - 8.30am
House Group
Period 1
Period 2
Lunch 
Period 3
Period 4
Afternoon Tea
Period 5
End of School - 3.04pm

*The school day finishes at 3.04pm on Normal Days (typically Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday) and 3.00pm on Assembly Days (typically Tuesdays).

After School

Years 7-12
The College Library provides supervision for students in Years 7 -12 from 7.30am to 4.30pm Monday to Thursday and from 7.30am to 3.30pm on Friday during term time.
There is no access to other areas of the College after 4.30pm (Monday to Thursday) and 3.30pm (Friday) unless students are engaged in College organised activities.

Primary Years
See Parking, Drop Off, and Pick Up details below
Year 5 Pick Up operates from 3.20pm - 3.40pm, the boom gate opens at 3.20pm and parents/guardians can use the interior driveway to collect students outside Stanley Hall.
Year 6 students are to be collected on Enderley Road. 

Primary students can catch a bus home, or walk home if they have written permission from parents. 

For safety reasons all Primary students who are on campus after 3.40pm, and are not registered for an after school activity, will be sent to Student Services where parents will be contacted.

There is no access to the Library or other areas of the College after school for Primary students. 

Outside School Hours Care

We are mindful of the young age of our Primary students, the work lives of families and the active supervision required by our Primary students.

If you require Outside School Hours Care, St Agatha’s School OSHC is open for all St Rita’s students from 7.00am-8.30am each morning and 3.00pm-6.00pm each afternoon. Several St Rita’s College Primary students utilise this option. For further information on the service, please contact the operator directly.

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) - Years 7-12

St Rita’s College operates a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) program for students in Years 7 - 12, whereby students bring a student-owned device that meets the needs of the curriculum.

The College has partnered with JB Hi-Fi Education to help support families with a reliable solution for purchasing school-approved technology. The JB Hi-Fi BYOD Portal offers a curated selection of devices and accessories, all approved by the College to ensure compatibility with academic programs and school systems.

Purchasing through the portal has several benefits:

• College-Approved Devices: All devices meet or exceed the College’s minimum specifications, ensuring they are fully compatible with our systems and capable of handling the demands of all academic programs.
• High-Quality and Durable: Devices are carefully selected to withstand the rigors of daily student use, providing long-term reliability and optimal performance for years to come.
• Exceptional Warranty Options: JB Hi-Fi offers industry-leading extended warranty coverage, including Accidental Damage Protection from day one, with flexibility for any condition or reason for damage. This coverage surpasses standard options like AppleCare+, offering families peace of mind.
• Education Pricing: Competitive pricing exclusive to the education sector, ensuring families receive the best value for high-performance devices.
• Protective Accessories: Each purchase includes a premium protective hard case to enhance device longevity.
• Streamlined Onboarding: Devices purchased through JB Hi-Fi allow for zero-touch IT onboarding, enabling quick integration into the College’s systems.
• Delivery: Direct School delivery/collection for added convenience.
• Repair Support: Device repairs can be coordinated by the College, with qualified technicians available to conduct onsite repairs for a hassle-free experience.

Explore these benefits and simplify your technology purchase through the JB Hi-Fi BYOD Portal. Visit JB Hi-Fi Education BYOD Portal and use the School Code STRITASBYOD2026 for access. For additional support, you can also visit the JB Hi-Fi Education Parent HUB.

Place your order by Friday 5 December 2025 to ensure delivery before the Christmas/New Year break.

Device specifications and requirements

• Approved Devices: Students can choose between either an Apple MacBook or a Windows Laptop. Tablets, Chromebooks, and other devices are not permitted in this program due to software compatibility and performance concerns.
• Specifications: The device must meet the following minimum specifications:
• Apple Devices
• Processor: Apple M2 or greater
• RAM: 16GB minimum
• Storage: 256GB SSD
• Operating System: macOS Sonoma or later
• Windows Devices:
• Processor: 12th Gen Intel i5 or later (or equivalent)
• RAM: 16GB minimum
• Storage: 256GB SSD
• Operating System: Windows 11
• Other Requirements:
• All devices must have a webcam, and microphone.
• Wi-Fi Capabilities:
• Devices must support the latest wireless standards, specifically Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) or higher, to ensure compatibility with the college’s Enterprise Wireless Infrastructure.
• Devices must support 802.1x authentication to connect securely to the college’s network, ensuring encrypted communication and secure access to internal resources.
• WPA2-Enterprise or WPA3-Enterprise authentication protocols are required to meet the security standards of the college network.

Software Requirements

• All Students are provided the following software by the College:
• Microsoft Office 365
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Antivirus Protection

Students may also be required to install other subject-specific software as outlined by individual departments.

Laptop Care and Security

When purchasing a device, we strongly recommend purchasing:

• A high-quality protective hardcover case for all student devices. Suitable options are available on the BYOD Purchasing Portal.
• 3yr Device Warranty that includes Accidental Damage Protection (AppleCare+ for Apple Macs).

When caring for your device, we recommend:

• Laptops are to be kept either with the student or securely stored in lockers throughout the school day
• Laptops must be left in their protective hard case. These cases are designed to provide adequate air flow while the device is on and in use. 
• Care should be taken when opening and closing the laptop lid to ensure there is nothing left between the screen and keyboard that could cause damage e.g. pens, headphones, paperclips, stapled paper, and cables etc
• Laptops should NOT be stored near water bottles or left in direct sunlight.

What happens if a student device gets damaged?

In the unfortunate event of a device being damaged, students will take their device to the St Rita’s IT Services Department for initial assessment. Once assessed, our Service Desk staff will advise whether the device requires further assessment and/or repair. If so, we will organise for an Apple Authorised Service Provider (AASP) to attend site and make further assessment. Parents will receive contact to provide updates on the repair including quotes for associated service fees or repair costs. Our AASP will never conduct or charge you for a repair without your approval.

You will be notified once the device has been repaired and is ready for collection. The College can support all device repairs where the purchase is made through the provided BYOD Purchasing Portal. We can also support other Apple Mac device repairs that have been purchased through an alternate retailer of your choice. Unfortunately, we cannot offer service support for other non-Apple devices purchased through an alternate retailer of your choice.

While a student’s device is with us for repair, the College can provide a Loan Laptop. Prior to any student being issued a loan laptop, parents must first agree to and sign our Student Loan Device T&Cs. A Student Loan Device T&Cs form will be provided at the beginning of each school year for all parents to sign. We can also support Long Term Device Loans for students in need. Long term loans are handled on a case-by-case basis, and a different T&Cs form will be provided for parents to sign at the time of the request.

Device Program - Years 5-6

St Rita’s provides a school-managed technology device for Year 5 and Year 6 students.

The benefits of a managed device program include:

• Enhanced IT security in line with the College security framework.
• Ability to simultaneously push out software updates and other enhancements to all devices by the College’s IT team, maximising the use of devices as a learning tool.
• Consistency of devices across all students, to assist in learning outcomes and provide for an earlier engagement with NAPLAN testing.
• Onboarding of devices by the College.
• Access to IT support on campus including repairs and loan devices while repairs are being undertaken.
• The opportunity for families to pay for a significant expense over an extended period via school fees rather than as a lump sum. Students will receive their device in class during the second week of Term 1. Teaching and IT staff will conduct safe use of technology and familiarity workshops with Year 5 students.

The device will be a loan device for Years 5 and 6, with an annual fee being included in the Technology Levy over the two-year period.

Technology usage, Security and Storage

To support Primary Years with their devices it is recommended students:

• Use devices in class time only for home room classes and specialist lessons
• Only use devices after school when working in cocurricular groups, at homework club or other teacher-led activities
• Not use devices in the Library during lunchtime, before or after school if not in a teacher-directed group
• Always have a fully-charged device every morning (charging stations can be accessed during break times)
• Remove devices from bags every morning and place into designated device holders
• Use devices on solid surfaces and tables only (never place devices on the floor) • Carry devices in the Primary Book Satchel when moving around the College
• Keep devices in a hardcover case at all times, even when turned on, as cases are designed to provide adequate air flow.
• Do not store devices near water bottles or leave in direct sunlight.

Acceptable Use of mobile phones and listening devices are listed in the College mobile phone policy, published on MySRC. All students and parents and guardians are asked to familiarise themselves with this Policy.

Key points from the College's Acceptable Use of Mobile Phones Policy

Rules for student use of mobile phones during the school day include:

• Mobile phones must be turned off and locked in student lockers from 8.30am-3.05pm (Years 7-12) 
• Mobile phones are to be handed in to class teachers at the beginning of each day (Years 5-6)
• Students are not permitted to use their mobile phones (e.g. Apple Pay, Google Pay) to pay for items or services at any facility of the College, including the Pantry, the Boutique and their printing accounts from the Library. Students are required to use a credit/debit card. 
• The College accepts no responsibility for lost, stolen, or damaged mobile phones.
• The College accepts no responsibility for students who lose or have their mobile phone stolen while traveling to and from the College.
• It is strongly advised that students use passwords/pin numbers/fingerprint verification to avoid unauthorised use of their phones (e.g. by other students, or if stolen). Students should keep their password/pin numbers confidential.
• All parent/guardian contact during the school day with your daughter/s must be made via Student Services on (07) 3860 7171.

A mobile phone may only be used under explicit teacher instruction, for that lesson only. If a mobile phone/device is seen during school hours it will be confiscated. Similarly, students are not to wear headphones, ear buds, earphones or AirPods unless under direct teacher instruction.

Primary Students

If a Primary student requires a mobile phone for safety when travelling to and from school, we strongly encourage parental controls are activated and that the device is closely monitored.

All versions of mobile phones and smart watches are handed in at the start of each day and handed back to students at the end of day bell, even if they are on School Mode.

Pantry Opening Hours

Throughout the school year students and staff enjoy a diverse, delicious, and nutritious Pantry menu designed to satisfy hungry stomachs and minds.

The Pantry operates five days a week, during term time, offering breakfast from 7.30am each morning. Pantry hours during the week are Monday to Thursday 7:30am- 3:45pm and Friday 7:30am- 2:04pm.

Qualified chefs prepare a weekly hot lunch menu, revised each Term, along with a selection of fresh wraps, salads, sushi, cold drinks and sweet treats.

Pantry menus are available via MySRC.

Lunches can be pre-ordered online, where you can place and pay for an order for a single day, or place and pay for orders for multiple days in a single week. All online orders are required by 9.00am for same-day orders.

Students in Years 7 -12 collect their online orders at lunchtime from the Pantry window, while Years 5-6 students have their lunch orders delivered to their classrooms.

Pantry payment

Students may also visit the Pantry during breaks to select and pay for their items. In store payment can be made via credit/debit card/eftposcard at the Pantry. Mobile phone and smart watch payments are not accepted.

Pantry Volunteers

Parent and caregiver volunteers are welcome to support our Pantry operations. Full training is provided as volunteers work alongside our dedicated Pantry team. If you are able to offer your support and join the Pantry Volunteer Roster, the Pantry team would love to hear from you! Calls for volunteers are made throughout the year, or you can contact the Pantry via pantry@stritas.qld.edu.au. Volunteers are required to complete a standard Volunteer Declaration.

Parking and Traffic Management

When visiting the campus parents are to park in the streets surrounding the College (eg. Enderley Road, Liverpool Road, Craven Street and other streets) and walk to Main Reception. Students are not to be driven onto campus and there is no parent parking or parent vehicle access to College grounds during the School day. 

Drop off and Pick Up Information For All Students

• All drivers are requested to drive safely and be particularly cautious of pedestrian traffic at drop off and pick up times.
• A crossing on Enderley Road is operational between the hours of 7.50am to 8.40am and from 2.50pm to 3.40pm, when the Crossing Supervisor is present and flags are in place. During these hours, all students and any parents coming on to campus are to use the crossing.
• Enderley Road has signage installed by Brisbane City Council providing a two minute set-down zone to separate short term parking from all-day parking. 
  
• Adhere to the two-minute set-down zone timeframes between the College Enderley Road driveways. Failure to do so is in breach of Council laws. Please do not park or wait in this zone for any period longer than 2 minutes.
• Do not to stop or park in areas which are marked with yellow lines or ‘witches hats’, including the yellow lined resident driveways opposite the front of the College in Enderley Road.

• Be respectful of our neighbours - don’t park, drop off or pick up across residential or College driveways.

• The College requests cooperation and respect by all drivers (staff, parents and students) in adhering to traffic and parking laws and maintaining property access for local residents.
• Students are not to be driven onto the College grounds. Pedestrian traffic only is permitted (except for delivery or staff vehicles). 
• No students are to enter or exit the College via the Stafford Street entrance as this is a high traffic area with staff cars entering and exiting the College.

Year 5 Pick Up Information

Year 5 parents using the internal driveway pick up are not to queue across the College driveway nor in Enderley Road waiting for the driveway boom gate to open at 3.20pm. If the boom gate is down, please go around the block until it is opened. The Enderley Road Tennis Court Driveway boomgate will open for Year 5 parent vehicle traffic from 3.20pm to 3.40pm

At this time, parent vehicles are permitted to enter the College to collect their daughter from the designated pick up zone outside Stanley Hall. Please follow the driveway around to the top, collect your daughter from the Stanley Hall pick up zone, and immediately continue on to move off campus via the Pool Driveway. This is a continual traffic flow pick up system. Parents are not to park on campus and attend to other matters.

After 3.40pm, the boomgate will be lowered. Students who have not been picked up by this time will move to Student Services where parents will be contacted. 

Year 5 students and families are to adhere to the Drop Off information listed above.

It is essential for the effective operation of the College, as well as its continued efficient financial management, that fee accounts are paid on time. We appreciate parent support in making the payment of school fees a priority.

Schedule of Fees

The schedule of fees is distributed in November each year after notification of government funding for the next year. Fee Accounts for St Rita’s College are issued in January each year and are payable within 30 days. The College partners with FACTS Online Payment Portal as a flexible way of managing payments throughout the year. Co-curricular activities, camps and excursions are invoiced by Term.

FACTS Online Payment Portal

The FACTS Payment Portal enables families to establish a weekly, fortnightly, monthly, term, bi-annual or annual payment plan including Direct Debit from your nominated Bank Account or from Credit Cards (Surcharge Applicable), as well as Third Party payment options (payment by another person on your behalf). All tuition fees, levies and Year Level camps/retreats are billed annually. Contact FACTS on 1300 322 871 for assistance or go to https://edstart.com.au/stritas

New families to the College will receive an email invitation to the FACTS online payment portal to create your account and set up a payment arrangement. Existing FACTS account holders, your periodic payment arrangement will roll over from year to year. Should you wish to change your plan frequency and/or day, please respond to the FACTS notification which you will receive after the annual billing is complete. Annual payments will also be made in the FACTS system.

Difficulty with Payments

Parents and caregivers looking for alternative payment arrangements over an extended period are referred to Edstart. If for any reason you experience difficulty paying your account please contact Mr Ed Gleeson, Director of Business and Finance as soon as possible on (07) 3862 1615 to discuss payment arrangements.

Additional Information

Please contact the College Finance Department on 07 3862 1615 or email accounts@stritas.qld.edu.au if you require additional information.

St Rita’s College recognises that access to technology in school gives students, staff and parents greater opportunities to learn, engage, and communicate.

The College uses, as appropriate, social networking/media, specifically Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn, as a way to share educational resources, to curate educational content, to enhance the classroom experience, to share and promote College spirit, to market and promote the College as an educational venue of value and to connect with students and parents - current, past and future.

While social networking is a valuable resource for the College, it is acknowledged there are risks to consider when using these tools. The College further acknowledges that in the social media sphere, there are indistinct lines between what is public or private, personal or professional. The College also acknowledges that many students, staff, and parents and other family members hold personal social networking accounts which they might use to discuss/share views about school issues with friends and acquaintances.

It is expected that:

• Students, parents/guardians and staff follow the same rules for responsible behaviour and respectful conduct online as in policy for offline.
• Misuse of social media can result in disciplinary action.
• St Rita’s makes a reasonable effort to ensure students’ safety and security online, but will not be held accountable for any harm or damages that result from misuse of social media technologies by students, staff or parents/guardians.

The College’s social networking/media guidelines and the College Community Code of Conduct should be considered by students, staff and parents/guardians before posting any information on social networking platforms about the College, its students, staff and/or parents/guardians or anyone else associated with the College.

Policies are available through MySRC.

Students with a driver’s license whose parents allow them to drive to school are requested to notify the Principal’s Office. 

All student drivers are to register their name and vehicle make, colour, and registration by emailing principal@stritas.qld.edu.au

Please note that students are not permitted to transport other students. 

The College asks all drivers - staff, parents, and students - to cooperate by adhering to traffic and parking laws and ensuring access for local residents.

Student Absences

The College must be informed of all student absences, including late arrivals and early departures.

When a student is absent, parents and caregivers are asked to notify the College of their child’s absence before 8:30am via the Online Absentee Form, accessible via MySRC. A medical certificate can be submitted via this form.

• Emails or text messages to staff are not accepted as absentee notification.
• The College will contact parents and caregivers via SMS regarding any unexplained absences.
• The College must be notified for each day the student is away.

If, due to the absence, your child will be missing a Cocurricular Music lesson, ensemble rehearsal or Speech and Communication lesson, this can be indicated on the form and the relevant staff member will be notified. If your child has an assessment due on the day of absence, the assessment must still be submitted or delivered to the school as per the instructions on the assessment sheet. Any concerns should be emailed promptly to the class teacher.

Late Arrivals - Arriving after the first bell of the day

When a student arrives to school after the first bell of the day, they are required to report to Student Services in the Sacred Heart building to sign in at the Arrival/Departure Kiosk. Parents and caregivers will be notified via email of all late arrivals.

Early Departures - Leaving the College during the day

Students are not permitted to leave the College grounds during the day for medical appointments or any commitments without a parent or caregiver first notifying the College via the Online Absentee Form by 8.30am. Parents and caregivers must provide details including the expected departure time of their child and the mode of transport being used. Handwritten notes are not accepted.

Absentee Forms received after 8.30am may not be registered via the College Database with enough time to notify teachers that a student has permission to leave their classroom early resulting in departure delays.

At the time of departure, the student is required to report to Student Services where permission to leave is checked and once cleared, the student will be required to sign out via the Arrival/Departure Kiosk.

If a student leaves for only part of the day, the student is required to report to Student Services and sign in via the Arrival/Departure Kiosk on returning to the College.

Parents and caregivers will be notified via email when their child departs the College early. This email is required under the College’s Duty of Care to cross reference the departure with the parent in cases where their child has been picked up by an authorised person other than the parent or caregiver, or the student is driving independently.

If you are needing to collect a student during the day, please ring through to Student Services advising you are at school and Student Services staff will assist your student in signing out and they can then meet you at the gate.

Leave During School Term

We strongly encourage families to avoid taking leave during the school term, as it can significantly disrupt students’ learning progress and classroom continuity. Every school day counts, and consistent attendance is vital for academic success and social development.

Parents and Caregivers are asked not to request permission for their child to be taken out of school before the end of any Term, nor to commence a Term late for purposes such as holidays and celebrations. Permission will only be granted in very special circumstances via written application to the Principal. If a student is absent, there will be no access to an online learning platform.

Notice of Student Withdrawal

As per our Conditions of Enrolment, A full Term’s notice in writing must be given to the Principal before any student is withdrawn from the College. The notice must be given no later than one (1) week before the end of the preceding Term. This ensures a smooth transition process for both the student and the school. If this notice is not given, parents and carers agree to pay one (1) Term’s tuition fees.

College Resources Scheme

St Rita’s College adopts a digital-first approach to textbook hire. All relevant textbooks are available digitally via MySRC. Students will become familiar with this platform through their Library orientation session at the beginning of the year. Hard copy textbooks are also available for loan by request or via class teacher booking. 

If you have any textbook enquiries, please email the Library at resources@stritas.qld.edu.au

The Resource Scheme also provisions a variety of hardcopy novels and/or plays for subjects including English. These are student-owned consumable resources. Students will collect their hardcopy resource with their class teacher at the beginning of the relevant course of study. Students are to retain these resources and are encouraged to take notes and highlight within the texts as directed by their class teacher to assist in their study of the subject matter.

Stationery List

Stationery and workbook requirements will be published on the MK Educational Supplies website on 7 October 2025

Orders for 2026 are due by Monday 17 November 2025.

Instructions to order through MK Education Supplies:

• Go to www.mkeducationalsupplies.com.au
• Select St Rita's College and your child’s Year level from the drop-down menu
• Click “View Book List”
• Place a tick beside “A: Compulsory General Stationery” and a tick beside the relevant Subjects to reveal the required equipment and workbooks
• For Year 5 - Year 7 students, please select and purchase all listed items.
• Click “Show Booklist”

Please note there are compulsory Workbooks or Activity Books for Personal Development, (My Wellbeing Journal), Languages and Senior Biology. Please purchase all titles listed for the relevant Subjects.

If your child already has the required equipment, you do not need to purchase new equipment. The workbooks, however, must be purchased. The stationery items listed are the minimum requirements. Parents and caregivers are welcome to purchase from elsewhere. Where brand, style or model is noted, this exact item must be purchased.

The Brisbane City Council bus route 300 services Alexandra Road, an approximate 200 metre safe walk from the College. Multiple Brisbane City Council bus routes from both the city and northern suburbs service Sandgate Road. Sandgate Road is a safe 250 metre walk to the College.

Red and White Coaches (Coach Australia Pty Ltd) transport students from St Rita’s, St Margaret’s, Clayfield College and Mary MacKillop College, and operate school runs to and from the northern suburbs of Brisbane. These buses depart from Oriel Road. Visit www.coachaustralia.com.au or phone (07) 3269 6466 for bus routes and further information. This is an independent service from the College.

Hornibrook Buslines run the 999A/315 and 999B/315 services from Kippa Ring to St Rita’s and other surrounding schools and a service to connect with the train from Sandgate. This bus also uses stops located on Oriel Road. Contact (07) 3284 1622 or visit www.hornibrook.com.au

Hendra, Clayfield and Eagle Junction rail stations are all in walking distance of the College.

St Rita’s College, located in Clayfield, only 15 minutes from Brisbane’s CBD is well-connected to public transport options for students commuting to and from the College.

Bus Services

• Brisbane City Council: The 300 bus route stops on Alexandra Road, about 100 meters from the College. Additional routes from the city and northern suburbs direction service Sandgate Road, which is a 250-metre walk through suburban streets to the school. You can plan your route via Translink’s Journey Planner, or visit Translink or call 13 12 30.
• Red and White Coaches: These coaches operate school runs connecting St Rita’s with St Margaret’s, Clayfield College, and Mary MacKillop College to and from the northern suburbs of Brisbane. For routes please refer to their website redandwhitecoaches.com.au, contact them at operations@rwcoaches.com.au or 3269 6466.
• Hornibrook Buslines: The 999A/315 and 999B/315 services run from Kippa Ring to St Rita’s and connect with train services from Sandgate. For more information, visit hornibrook.com.au or call 3284 1622.

Train Services

• Nearby Stations: Hendra and Clayfield rail stations are both approximately 800 meters from the College. Eagle Junction Station is approximately 1.5km from the College. For train schedules and route options, You can plan your route via Translink’s Journey Planner, or visit Translink or call 13 12 30.

Please note, these transport options are not exclusive to St Rita’s College and may experience delays beyond the College’s control. Families and students are encouraged to explore the best transport options based on their location for a smooth journey to school.

Uniform Expectations

When in uniform, all students are representatives of the College and their behaviour reflects the standards, traditions and spirit of the College. The College uniform should be worn with pride. Each student is expected to maintain high standards of personal appearance and we ask for parent and caregiver support in ensuring that students wear the uniform in accordance with the regulations of the College. The College Uniform Policy is available via MySRC.

College Boutique (Uniform Shop)

Online Orders can be made any time via the Qkr! App and collected during Boutique opening hours.  

Orders received prior to 9.00am Tuesday-Friday will be available to collect from the Boutique from 11.00am the same day. Orders received after 9.00am will be available for collection the following business day after 11.00am. 

The Boutique is staffed by Ms Laurinda Plant who can be contacted on 3860 7119 or via email at boutique@stritas.qld.edu.au. 

The Boutique accepts payment by Mastercard, Visa or EFTPOS in store. The Online Boutique accepts credit card payment.

Visit the  Boutique page on our College website for full details regarding Boutique services and uniform requirements.

Second Hand Uniforms

Parents wishing to seek out second hand uniform and school items are encouraged to try the St Rita's Buy, Sell, Swap, Giveaway Facebook Group. 

The site is parent administered and new items are being added regularly by families.

The College Boutique does not trade in second hand items.

Please ensure parent and caregiver contact details are up to date and advise the College of any changes to home and/or work email addresses and telephone numbers. We rely on this information to share important information such as policy changes, academic reports, event reminders, or school closures. If a parent or caregiver needs to be contacted urgently due to illness or accident, telephone is used.

Visit MySRC to update your details. Please note: you may only do this once your MySRC login and password are released to you. Account activation information will be sent directly to your inbox.

Once your College account is activated, you can review and update your details via MySRC using the 'Update Details' page and also ensure emergency contacts are up to date on the Consent2Go (care and consent platform). 

Changes in Legal Guardianship or Family Structure

If there are changes in custody arrangements, marital status, or other family circumstances, please update your details to ensure that the appropriate person or people are contacted and have access to important information. This information contributes to the safety and security of our students.

Extended Parental/Guardian Leave

When parents and guardians are absent from home for an extended period of time, the College requires notice, in advance and in writing, of all contact details for parents and guardians and for the adults responsible for the student.

• Students in Years 7-12: notify Head of House
• Students in Years 5-6: notify Classroom Teacher

Parent Directory

Parents and caregivers of St Rita’s College are invited to share their contact details on the Parent Directory, accessible via MySRC. Sharing your information to the Parent Directory is voluntary and requires you to opt in. By sharing your contact details, you are enabling parents and guardians of children in your child’s peer year group to view your chosen information. If you have more than one child at the College, you will need to repeat this process for each child to share your information with their cohort.

Details within the Parent Directory are shared to support connection and engagement of members within our College community. This information is not to be used for direct or third party marketing, nor for the inappropriate soliciting of donations or prizes. Action will be taken for any inappropriate use of the information. 

View the MySRC Parent User Guide for full details on how to share your information with other parents in your child’s peer year groups

All parents, caregivers and visitors coming onto campus are to visit College Main Reception at the Nano Nagle Building to Sign In and Sign Out regardless of the purpose or length of your visit. This procedure is required even if you are dropping off an essential item to your child.

Matters such as forgotten lunches can be addressed by students visiting Student Services for assistance and do not require parents to come to campus.

St Rita’s College recognises the value of structured homework. Homework policy and guidelines are available via MySRC.

The aim of homework is to:

• Consolidate and complement class work;
• Deepen and extend understanding;
• Develop good organisational skills; and
• Encourage responsible research and study habits.

Homework is made up of the following:

• Nightly tasks set during class such as pre-reading, finishing exercises and other small tasks.
• Completing assignments which are set over an extended time.
• Test preparation and study in recognition that reading is the foundation of most academic learning.
• Thirty minutes reading.
• Instrumental music practice for musicians.

Homework is set regularly in most subjects. A guide to the minimum amount of homework (including assignment work) expected per night for each year level is:

• Years 5 and 6: 30mins per night (includes 15 minutes of reading)
• Years 7 and 8: 1.5 hours per night (15 minutes per subject)
• Year 9: 2 hours per night (20 minutes per subject + assignment time)
• Year 10: 2 - 2.5 hours per night (20 minutes per subject + assignment time)
• Years 11 and 12: 3 hours per night, 7 days per week (30 minutes per subject + assignment time)

MySRC is the College’s Learning Management System (LMS), used by students to engage with their learning across all subjects. The College utilises Continuous Reporting, enabling parents/guardians to view their daughter’s results and teacher feedback in MySRC as they become available throughout the year. 

An Academic Transcript will be available for download via MySRC at the end of each Semester.

To enrich and enhance our High Potential Learners, St Rita’s College offers a range of academic cocurricular activities to simulate and challenge the mind and enhance student meta cognition. Understanding learning styles, strengths, passions and developing good study skills are the core habits instilled by our High Potential Learner Program.

Extension opportunities are offered by invitation to students in Years 7 and 8. Selection is based on teacher recommendation, and cohort results in internal and external testing. 

Throughout the year Students from Years 5-12, are also invited to participate in academic competitions such as The Da Vinci Decathlon, ICAS and subject-based competitions, and offered opportunities to participate in enrichment activities and excursions such as The Day of Excellence, The Quest Brainways programs and other inter-school workshops.

St Rita’s College recognises that students learn at different rates and in different ways. 

Our Diverse Learners (DL) department responds in a number of ways to student needs. Through collaborative planning, Personalised Learning Plans (PLP) for identified students are developed, implemented and monitored to provide strategies for teachers and students to enhance learning experiences within the classroom.

To further support literacy and numeracy development, a small group of Years 7 and 8 students are offered the opportunity to undertake Extra English and Extra Mathematics classes within their timetable.  In addition, Teacher Aides may provide support within the classroom.

Diverse Learning staff also offer Homework Help to all students during two lunch breaks each week.

Opening Hours

High School Students

The Library is open for high school student use between the following hours:
Monday - Thursday: 7.30am to 4.30pm 
Friday: 7.30am to 3.30pm

Senior Study

Extended study hours for Years 10-12 students are:
Tuesday - Thursday: to 5pm

Primary School Students

The Library is a tech-free zone for primary students. The Library is open for Years 5 and 6 students between the following hours:

Before school: Monday- Friday: 7.30am to 8.20am
First break: open second half of break
Second break: closed                                                                                                                                             After school: closed

Additional Services

• Maths Tutoring (Years 7-12) Monday, 3.15pm to 5.15pm
• Senior Study (Years 10-12) Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 4.30pm to 5.30pm

Please note that use of the Library is for St Rita’s College students only. 

Borrowing

Years 7-12

• All physical Library resources must be checked out at the circulation desk. 
• All digital resources are available through the Library website and similar lending rules apply.
• Students may reserve and renew resources at the circulation desk.
• Students are able to request new resources by completing the form on the Library website.

Years 5-6

Primary Years students have a weekly Library lesson to borrow physical resources. 

• All students should bring their Primary Book Satchel to the Library when borrowing books. 
• All physical Library resources must be checked out at the circulation desks. 
• Students can borrow up to 5 resources, not related to a class assignment, at any one time. Non-Fiction is available to be borrowed for one week and Fiction for two weeks. 
• All digital resources are available through the Library website and similar lending rules apply. 
• Students may reserve and renew resources either at the circulation desks or online via the Library catalogue. 
• Students are able to request new resources by completing the book request form on the Library website or by seeing the Library staff at the circulation desk. 
• Overdue resources will be monitored regularly and students will be informed of any outstanding loans via notification too their class teacher.

Library Website

The Library website offers valuable learning resources for assignments and reading. Students are encouraged to visit it regularly for assistance with research and referencing. The Library website is accessible via MySRC. 

Connect With the Library

We love to connect with our community through social media and our library website. Follow to receive regular updates on new resources and what’s going on at the College Library.

Instagram: @stritaslibrary

Our Outdoor Education Program for students in Years 5 - 9 extends student learning beyond the classroom and provides opportunities to participate in team activities to develop and enhance resilience, self-confidence, collaboration, organisational and leadership abilities.

Each program engages students in a world of active outdoor learning experiences, allowing students to expand their comfort zones, gain confidence, think critically, and demonstrate understanding and compassion.

Consent forms for Outdoor Education Camps are distributed via the College's digital consent form platform.

Year 5

Based at QCCC Tamborine, students in Year 5 will spend two nights in comfortable residential accommodation. The focus of this program will be getting to know each other, team building, developing resilience and independence. The program will involve entry level activities such as flying fox, orienteering, climbing wall and archery. The camp is fully catered for, including most special diets and allergies. Arrangements can be made for students with complex dietary requirements.

Year 6

The Year 6 Canberra trip aligns with Australian curriculum requirements by covering civics and citizenship, history and heritage, science, the environment, art, and culture. The Year 6 Canberra trip provides further opportunity to develop personal and social capabilities including independence, resilience, confidence and problem solving. The trip is aligned with the Australian Curriculum for Year 6 and supports learning curriculum requirements by covering civics and citizenship, history and heritage, science, the environment, art and culture. Students visit national attractions including Parliament House, the Australian National Museum, the Australian War Memorial, Australian Institute of Sport and the National Electoral Education Centre.

Year 7

Based at QCCC Mapleton, Students in Year 7 spend one night in residential accommodation and one night camping in tents on site. This camp focuses on getting to know each other and strengthening the connection with the students in their House Group. The program involves beginner level activities such as canoeing, bush skills, crate climb and abseiling. The camp is fully catered for including, including most special diets and allergies. Arrangements can be made for students with complex dietary requirements.

Year 8

Students build on their previous experience of Outdoor Education activities and spend two nights camping out at QCCC Tamborine, which is based at a mountain top location overlooking Brisbane and Moreton Bay.

Year 9

Students participate in a Survival Skills camp facilitated by QCCC at Cobb & Co Nine Mile Creek, where they are challenged both individually and in groups to practice basic bush camp skills.

Primary Years Students

Students in Years 5-6 are to leave their bags and hats on the racks provided outside their classrooms.

Years 7 - 12 Students

Students in Years 7 - 12 are provided with a locker which is to be used to secure personal property at all times.

College insurance does not cover student personal items. 

All students are to bring a lock for their locker on the first day of Term 1. Locks are available for purchase at the Boutique. Bag and hat racks are also provided.

Parents and caregivers are asked to clearly label all student property with their child’s name and House Group. Uniform labels are available for purchase from the Boutique.

Students are to visit Student Services to look through Lost Property as soon as an item has been misplaced.

All items handed into Student Services will be placed in the relevant lost property drawer in the Student Services hallway for the owner to collect. At the end of each term, all unclaimed items will be donated to charity.

Lunchboxes and drink bottles handed to Student Services will be placed in the hallway alcoves for the owner to collect. All lunchbox items and their contents, collected throughout the week will be disposed of the following Friday - whether they are named or not, to prevent spoilage and to maintain hygiene.

Items marked as Primary Years student items will be collected in the Primary Years area.

At St Rita’s, music is far more than a cocurricular activity—it is a vibrant and essential part of our College community. Through music, students grow as individuals, developing confidence, creativity, and a deep sense of purpose. Our program is designed to nurture expressive, capable musicians who pursue excellence with integrity and passion. By fostering a culture that values excellence, creativity, and collaboration, we aim to inspire students to develop a lifelong appreciation for music and to contribute meaningfully to the musical life of our school and wider community.

Enrolment for Cocurricular Music

Parents and caregivers can enrol students in the Music program via the Online Cocurricular Enrolment Application Form. Enrolment in the program includes student participation in performance ensembles, instrumental tuition, and music theory classes. To be eligible for an instrumental ensemble, students must be actively learning their instrument either through the College or with an external teacher.

A link to the form and further information about the St Rita’s Music program is available on the College App and on MySRC. 

Music Tuition

Tuition is provided across a wide range of instruments by experienced teachers who challenge students to reach their musical potential. Students who receive instrumental tuition through the College are required to participate in at least one Cocurricular Music ensemble, except for piano students. Participation in choirs is open to all students, regardless of whether they receive singing lessons. Instrumental tuition is delivered by experienced teachers and offered in both group and individual formats.

Group lessons:

• Available for students in Years 5-9
• Groups consist of 2-4 students, with an average of 3 per group
• Groups may include students learning different instruments
• Lesson duration: 30 minutes

Individual lessons:

• Available to all year levels
• Lesson duration options: 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes.
• Piano and Harp tuition is only available as individual lessons.

All lessons are conducted in the purpose-built Music Centre on the top level of the Trinity building, and students perform in two Studio Concerts each year to showcase their progress. Tuition is available for:

• Woodwind - Bassoon, Saxophone, Clarinet, Oboe, Flute
• Brass - Tuba, Euphonium/Baritone, Trombone, French Horn, Trumpet
• Strings - Double Bass, Cello, Viola, Violin
• Percussion - Tuned and Untuned
• Piano (Individual lessons only)
• Harp (Individual lessons only)
• Voice
• Guitar - Acoustic finger-picking style
• Music Theory
  

Ensembles

Cocurricular Music is an ensemble-based program, which has development pathways for students from their early years of learning through to advanced ensembles across the three streams of Band, Strings and Choirs. For those students who like to challenge themselves there are also specialist extension ensembles. We set high expectations and provide the support necessary for students to achieve performance excellence in solo, ensemble, and broader musical contexts.

Once proficiency on an instrument has been achieved, students enrolled in the Cocurricular Music Program are required to become a member of at least one ensemble. The program is divided into three performance streams: Band, Strings and Choir. Within each stream exists a core ensemble along with extension and chamber ensembles.

Progression and Development Opportunities

Other Opportunities

• Intermediate Day Camp - Term 1 for intermediate ensembles
• Junior Band and Strings Workshops - Term 1 for junior band and string ensembles
• Workshops with specialist clinicians
• Performances with external organisations (Young Conservatorium, Jazz Music Institute)
• State Honours Ensemble Program (SHEP)
• Australian Honours Ensemble Program (AHEP)

Music Support Group

The Music Support Group supports the College’s extensive Cocurricular Music Program by fundraising to assist with the provision of instrumental resources, large-scale productions and special workshops. Through the provision of hospitality at Music events and running of the Rita’s Longest Lunch as a major fundraiser, we aim to assist the Music staff in developing and growing the Music Program and supporting each student to achieve their musical goals. Parents and Guardians interested in joining the Music Support Group are invited to email: music@stritas.qld.edu.au

For further information please contact the Music Office via music@stritas.qld.edu.au

Debating at St Rita’s College follows a proud tradition spanning more than 40 years and is offered across Years 5-12. For the past eight years, St Rita’s has been a member of the Senior A competition run by Queensland Debating Union [QDU]. This is an elite competition between selected schools across Brisbane. Each year, debaters participate in the QDU trials for the state team. This is open to debaters in Years 9, 10, and 11. Many St Rita’s College debaters have reached the top 16 debaters during the trials.

For further information, please contact the debating@stritas.qld.edu.au

Years 7-12 Debating

An invitation to join a BGDA or QDU debating team is advertised through the College Newsletter, Verbis, and morning notices on MySRC. For students in Years 7 to 12, teams are formed during the first two weeks of Term 1 with coaching beginning in week three. Students can choose to debate in both or one competition. For Primary students, the invitation and formation of teams begins late term1.

The Brisbane Girls Debating Association [BGDA] competition begins in February and finishes at the end of May. This competition, over five rounds, is held at Brisbane Girls Grammar on Monday evenings.

BGDA provides a skill coaching session before the topic release for one hour to prepare the case followed by the competition. Each year level has a different starting and finishing time. Please refer to the BDGA website for these details.

Staff from St Rita’s College manage the teams. Each round, BGDA releases an article in the week prior to competition to stimulate conversation on the theme for the upcoming debate. A coaching session by the staff team manager is held after school for two hours. This coaching day is negotiated between the coach and team.

Teams consist of four members. Junior year levels rotate through each speaking position to develop debating skills while the senior debaters can specialise and compete in one of two positions.

More information about this competition can be found at https://www.bgda.org.au/

The Queensland Debating Union [QDU] competition begins in February and finishes with finals at the end of August. There are four preliminary rounds which inform the selection of teams for the knockout finals. For students in Years 7 and 8, competition is held on Thursday. For students in Years 9 to 12, competition is held on Wednesdays. Each year level has increasing lengths of time for speeches with Years 10, 11 and 12 including Point of Information rebuttals.

The QDU competition has two formats: short prep and long prep topics. Junior and Middle Years have two long prep and two short prep whereas Senior Years have Round 1 as long prep and then all other rounds as short prep. Evenings with short prep debates require the team to arrive 1 hour 30 minutes prior to the schedule debate. The topic is released, and teams have one hour to form their case. Such evening could begin as early as 4:30pm.

QDU draw is released one week prior to the scheduled debate. While the venue will continue for all four rounds, each round could have a different start time depending on the outcome of the prior round’s win/loss. St Rita’s College is in the Brisbane North region and past venues have included: St Joseph’s College, Nudgee; St Joseph’s College, Gregory Terrace; Mount Saint Michael’s, Bardon to name a few.

QDU provides online academy training on each debate topic. This is a free opportunity for debaters. Coaching at St Rita’s College is by staff which can include Alumnae, teachers or school officers. A commitment to weekly, 2 hour coaching, sessions is expected. These sessions begin at 3:15pm and conclude at 5:15pm with the expectation all debaters are collected no later than 5:25pm. In consultation with the coach and debaters, this afternoon is negotiated. Teams consist of four members. Junior and Middle School teams rotate through each speaking position to develop skills in debating, whereas the senior debaters can specialise to refine their skills. The fourth member has a vital position for debates as the chair or timekeeper which assists the adjudicator. QDU will only accept postponements for school events. Individual debater’s unavailability is not accepted. Therefore, the fourth member is to be prepared to debate at the last minute.

More information about this competition can be found at https://www.qdu.org.au/

Years 5-6 Debating

Primary students participate in the Queensland Debating Union [QDU] competition. This is held during Terms 3 and 4. This competition has no finals as it focuses on developing skills, teamwork and how to compete. An invitation to join the debating program is extended at the end of Term 1. Finalisation of the eight [8] selected debaters is in consultation with the Head of Primary and Primary Year 5 teachers and announced early Term 2.

In the final four weeks of Term 2, coaching begins and focuses on debating format, skills and rebuttal. In Term 3, the QDU competition begins and concludes in November. Coaching is after school and supported by the senior debaters in Years 10, 11 and 12. The afternoon for coaching is determined by the commitments of the senior debaters and the debating coordinator. In past years, this has been at the same time as other opportunities for Primary students. Each week as section of the debate is discussed and finalised so debaters can write the 2-minute section of the speech or the four rebuttals before the next coaching session. This homework is important. Coaching is from 3:05pm to 4:30pm with the expectation that students are collected no later than 4:35pm.

Teams have four members, and all members rotate speaking positions to develop the skills of debating. The fourth member has a vital position for debates as the chair or timekeeper which assists the adjudicator. QDU will only accept postponements for school events. Individual debater’s unavailability is not accepted. Therefore, the fourth member is to be prepared to debate at the last minute. St Rita’s is in the Brisbane North region of QDU and in past years, the College has attended competition at Ascot State School, Eagle Junction State School or St Dymphna’s Primary School.

All debates are 45minutes and are held between 6.00pm to 8:30pm. Teams are expected to arrive 30 minutes prior to the start to practice and refine speeches with their coaches.

Further information about the QDU competition is available at www.qdu.org.au

For further information, please contact the Debating Coordinator via debating@stritas.qld.edu.au

Speech and Communication Lessons

Speech and Communication lessons, tailored for students in Years 5–12, provide a comprehensive pathway to becoming confident, articulate communicators. By blending contemporary public-speaking and elocution techniques with individual coaching, students strengthen confidence, creativity, and independence—skills that enhance academic achievement and extend well beyond the classroom.

The program develops:

• School orals and academic presentations
• Public speaking and leadership speeches
• Interpersonal communication and teamwork
• Thinking and speaking confidently on their feet

Students gain practical experience through stage performances, Theatresports, eisteddfods, and public speaking competitions, building presentation skills in a fun, supportive environment.

Whether your child is a nervous beginner or an experienced performer, this much loved program offers meaningful growth opportunities for every student to speak up and speak out.

AMEB and senior pathways

Participation in AMEB examinations is available and may contribute credits toward the Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) and support ATAR pathways, subject to QCAA and university requirements. Students are able to work through to CVCA Certificate Level.

Program Details

• Private and small-group tuition on a rotating timetable (during and after/before school)
• Lessons held in the Trinity Building
• Fees apply and are billed via Speech & Communication

For further information, please contact Hannah Jones via speech@stritas.qld.edu.au 

Sport

Our cocurricular sports program fosters accountability, dedication, and leadership in an environment which supports students to lead active and healthy lifestyles.

The College is a member of the Catholic Secondary Schoolgirls’ Sports Association (CaSSSA) and a top performer at the inter-school sporting competition, including Carnivals and multi-week team sports. These opportunities are further enriched by strong relationships with professional sporting associations and clubs.

Senior Sports:
AFL, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Netball, Rugby 7s, Swimming, Tennis, Touch Football, Track and Field, Volleyball, Water Polo

Primary Years Sports:
Swimming, Netball, Tennis, Touch Football, Water Polo, Strength & Conditioning, Cross Country, Track & Field, and various skills workshops.

Specialist Programs:
Strength & Conditioning, Sporting Excellence Program, Representative School Pathway, Sporting Association Partnerships

Sporting Programs

Interhouse Carnivals
Interhouse Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics (Track & Field), are the three Sporting Carnivals open to all students from Years 5-12. The focus of these Carnivals is for students to have fun and promote participation.

CaSSSA Sport

CaSSSA is our weekly interschool competition for Years 7 -12, held during Term.
Training is on Monday afternoons, with games held on Wednesday afternoons, with the exception of CaSSSA Tennis matches held on Saturdays.

CaSSSA Interschool Competition Dates

Club and All Schools Sports Calendar

Schools Cup Competitions

St Rita’s participates in various Schools Cup Competitions. These competitions see the top Queensland schools in a number of sports come together and compete for Queensland Schools Cup Champion.

Club Sports

Swimming
St Rita’s College has teamed up with Rackley Swimming to provide a comprehensive Swimming Program. The Swimming Program aims to provide first-class training for the betterment of St Rita’s students, with the aim of maximising performance at the CaSSSA Championships, enhancing the fitness of Water Polo players and providing a comprehensive Junior Development Program. The program also offers a pathway for swimmers who wish to take swimming more seriously, with St Rita’s students granted access to Rackley Swimming training at Centenary Pool.

Touch Football
St Rita’s Touch Footballers will be provided with highly experienced and skilled Touch Football coaches who will help take their game to the next level, on and off the field. St Rita’s participates in Brisbane Metropolitan Touch Association (BMTA) which is broken into two seasons. The first season takes place over Terms 1 and 2 and the second season runs over Terms 3 and 4.

Netball
St Rita’s participates as a club at the Downey Park Netball Association. Participation in the St Rita’s Netball Club is open to students in Years 5-12. Students aged 11-18 years participate in club competitions at Downey Park Netball Association, while those under 10 years of age participate as a member of St Rita’s but in the non-competitive competition.

Water Polo
St Rita’s Water Polo Club caters to current players and those who are new to the sport from Years 5 -12. Our coaches have extensive experience as players and coaching at the highest levels. St Rita’s Water Polo is affiliated with Queensland Water Polo. Fixtures are played every Saturday in Term 4 and Term 1 at pools around Brisbane. St Rita’s Water Polo Club is also linked with the Polo Bears Water Polo Club. This aligns St Rita’s players with an external Water Polo Club, providing the opportunity for students to continue their water polo journey once they have finished school.

Strength & Conditioning Program

The St Rita’s College Strength and Conditioning (S&C) Program is an athletic development program integrated into the College’s sports program for students across Years 5-12. The program guides both non-sport specific and sport specific strength, conditioning and injury-prevention programs to enhance, support and improve girls’ participation in sport. Sessions are age-specific and develop physical qualities of strength, power, speed, agility and aerobic fitness.

The S&C Program is available to all students. Whilst the skills offered are particularly beneficial for students who are heavily involved in sports, the program is also suitably designed for students who participate in sport socially, and those who are not currently involved in any sport. S&C sessions are scheduled before and after school to complement student training schedules and other cocurricular commitments.

Sporting Excellence Program

The Sporting Excellence Program (SEP) is designed to foster the development of high performing athletes through assistance, motivation and to help maintain a balance between high-level sporting commitments, academic studies and life outside of the College.

The program is open to students in Years 8-12 and it aims to provide support to enhance the athletes physically, mentally, socially and emotionally. Services that will be offered to the students include (but are not limited to): strength and conditioning programming, nutrition guidance, time management education, sport psychology support and wellbeing support services. The program has capped numbers and carries a nomination/selection process. Nominations for SEP are taken in Term 3, for commencement of the program in Term 4.

Representative Sport

Pathways are open to trial for representative school teams in a variety of sports. Students must meet required standards to warrant attendance at a District Trial. Notification of trials will be posted via the College App and MySRC. The Sport Department staff will guide suitable applicants through the nomination process. Parents should regularly check the College App and the Metropolitan North School Sport website (www.metnorthschoolsport.eq.edu.au), for more information.

Representative Teams include:

• Bramble Day District Team (10-19 years)
• Metropolitan North (MN) Regional Sport
• Queensland State School Championships

Contact Mr Josh White, Head of Sport via the Sports Office sport@stritas.qld.edu.au (07) 3862 1615.

Interhouse Carnivals

Sports Subcommittee

The Sports Subcommittee is a committee of parents that work together to assist with fundraising events, allocation of funds and expertise with certain directions of sport within the College. Parents and Caregivers interested in joining the Sports Subcommittee are asked to email sport@stritas.qld.edu.au

For further information please contact the Sports Office via sport@stritas.qld.edu.au

Alumnae

St Rita’s College alumnae ties provide a network of support that extends far beyond graduation day. These ties span not only across Australia but across the globe, not only across cohorts but year levels and are a testament to the transformative power of education and the friendships forged at St Rita’s College.

Each year many alumnae celebrate their connection to the College through class reunions, College tours, and informal catch ups.

Our alumnae carry with them a sense of action, with many excelling in their chosen path and returning to the College to extend a guiding hand to current students. Whether they are sharing their professional experience, providing mentorship or contributing to our cocurricular program, all students benefit from the collective wisdom and ongoing connection of our passionate alumnae.

Each year we welcome back many alumnae who reconnect with the College as current parents.

If any new parents and guardians are past pupils, or know of any past pupils interested in connecting with the Alumnae Committee, please contact the Alumnae team.

Alumnae Committee contact details: alumnae@stritas.qld.edu.au

Since 1926, our St Rita's College community has been shaped by the vision and courage of the Presentation Sisters, guided by the values of St Rita and Nano Nagle, and brought to life through the dedication of our staff, students, and families. For over a century, St Rita’s College has educated, empowered, and inspired students to grow as confident, compassionate women of action.

2026 is a time to reflect on our rich history, to honour those who have come before us, and to give thanks for the enduring legacy they have gifted us.

We invite all members of our College community to join us throughout 2026 as we celebrate 100 years of St Rita’s College.

Visit the College website for further details on our Centenary Celebrations.

St Rita's College enjoys an enthusiastic and supportive community of parent, family members, and volunteers who generously give of their time and talents to further enrich our College community.

Volunteers are required to complete a standard Volunteer Declaration. This form provides St Rita's College with the necessary information to support our preparation for your volunteering at the College. 

Additional information and the Volunteer Declaration form are available via our College website