A very friendly atmosphere pervades the St Ursula’s community and there is a sense of belonging that lasts well beyond graduation day. Students develop close friendships in a genuine partnership between parents and staff.

St Ursula’s is a place where friendship and learning are celebrated and where singing, laughter and dancing are a part of life; it is a community which promotes and embodies positive attitude to life.

 

St Ursula’s College is one of the few colleges in Queensland that is able to offer education designed to specifically meet the needs of girls. 

This is important in developing the potential of each girl, especially in the early adolescent years. 

The freedom that results from single sex education manifests itself in the confident manner with which girls express themselves and assume leadership roles. 

Supervised socials for all year levels and mixed classes in some subjects in Years 11 and 12, provide appropriate interaction with the boys at the College. 

St Ursula’s College enjoys a close liaison with St Brendan’s College, as we share subjects and have many families in common.

 

As a Catholic College, St Ursula’s is committed to the development of the whole person.

Knowledge is illuminated with faith and our community strives to be permeated by gospel values.

The faith of students is nurtured in a caring environment that fosters an awareness of God’s unconditional love, a sense of gratitude about life and a hope for the future.

Opportunities are provided for students to grow in understanding of the Catholic tradition and develop the confidence and commitment to exercise a leadership role within the church.

 

St Ursula’s College, with its classic Queensland architecture featuring gabled roofing and wide verandahs, is situated in tropical gardens in the heart of Yeppoon.

It is just a short walk from the beach so students enjoy the climatic advantage as well as many opportunities that the location offers.

Our girls are involved in surf lifesaving, outrigging and sailing and also use the beach for recreation and leisure.

Girls are encouraged to participate in early morning and afternoon exercise sessions along the beach and to keep fit through swimming training.

The beach provides a cost free recreational place for the girls, and barbeques along the coastline are a popular Sunday afternoon activity.

The air conditioned library and technology rooms provide students with a comfortable environment in which they can access up-to-date information and resources, including CD-Roms and the Internet. 

Modern facilities including the art block, commercial kitchen, music academy and performing arts hall provide excellent learning centres for practical and performing arts.

Classrooms are cool and comfortable and are surrounded by tropical palms and foliage.

The new Boarding complex, which was opened in 1998, provides excellent accommodation for students.

Boarding House

New projects are underway for a future upgrade of facilities to provide a comfortable and challenging learning environment for students.

Students come to St Ursula’s from properties in the west, mining towns, Torres Strait Islands, Aboriginal settlements, local farming and coastal areas from Yeppoon as well as overseas.

Exposure to such diverse backgrounds provides a rich educational environment and encourages genuine acceptance and appreciation of all people, regardless of social status, ethnic origin or financial means.

A strong bond is developed between country and local students through weekend and holiday visits.