At St Peters Springfield, we understand that a thriving school environment relies on seamless operations behind the scenes. The Springfield Corporate Team plays a crucial role in ensuring that our facilities, services, and processes support the College's mission of excellence in Christian co-education. Throughout the beginning of the year, the corporate team has focused on refining and resourcing key areas within the College, ensuring our operations align with the needs of our staff, students, and families.
Expanding the Facilities Team, Multipurpose Vehicle, and New Facilities
Recognising the importance of maintaining a high standard of facilities, we are expanding our corporate team’s facilities, functions and recruiting additional staff to enhance the maintenance and upkeep of the College. This will allow us to keep our learning and cocurricular spaces in top condition, reflecting the high standards of St Peters Springfield. These new team members will play an integral role in creating an environment where students and staff alike can thrive, directly aligning with our commitment to providing well-managed facilities that support the student experience.
Furthermore, to better support our day-to-day operations, we have invested in a new multipurpose vehicle (a ute!), expanding our capacity to address maintenance tasks, sports logistics, and event setups quickly and efficiently. This investment strengthens our commitment to a dynamic and well-managed school environment, enabling our corporate team to provide vital support to students and staff while managing operations and events efficiently.
Looking ahead, we are actively planning for the development of a new Gym space at the College, an initiative that will be completed in the first half of the year. This addition will support curriculum needs and cocurricular sports, further reinforcing our commitment to preparing students for life beyond the classroom. The corporate team will support the Sports department to ensure the project aligns with the College’s mission to foster resilience, confidence, and skill development in students.
Streamlining Enrolment Processes
The corporate team is also leading the charge in improving workflows. This is in order to free-up valuable time for our Enrolments, Events and Marketing teams to support more personalised engagement with prospective and current families, ensuring that each family feels the warmth and connection that is central to our College community. The corporate team’s focus on operational excellence is pivotal in enhancing the overall experience for our families and reflecting our values-driven approach to education.
Building a Stronger Community Through Hearts Café
Hearts Café staff, a central part of the corporate team, are also involved in initiatives that strengthen our College's sense of community. Hearts Café will, in 2025, deliver more ‘special’ days, such as the recent special offerings for Valentine’s Day and upcoming initiatives for St Patrick’s Day, all examples of how we create opportunities for our staff and students to connect and celebrate together. These events play a key role in reinforcing a culture of care, respect, and joy, with the Hearts Café team’s behind-the-scenes work ensuring these days run smoothly and successfully.
Every initiative driven by the corporate team is motivated by the College’s desire to provide the best possible environment for our students, staff, and families. By continually investing in efficient operations, enhanced facilities, and strong community connections, we are shaping an environment where students are empowered to grow, achieve, and thrive—supported by a team that works tirelessly behind the scenes to make it all happen.
Mr Tim Green Operations Manager
What's On
What's on Term 1, Week 5
27 February – Community Focus Day
1 March – Ironbark Group 1 Graduation
3 March – Ironbark Group 1 Student Free Day
3 March – Year 10 Scholarship Exams
4 March – Ironbark Group 1 return to school
4 March – Ironbark Group 2 depart
4 March – Pancake Day (Secondary Years)
4 March – Years 11–12 3-in-1 Conferences
5 March – QGSSSA Swimming Championships
5 March – Upper Primary Swimming
5 March – Years 11–9 Debating Round 1
5 March – Ash Wednesday Service (Secondary Years)
6 March – Lunchtime Concert
7 March – Year 6 Character Builders Excursion
Senior Leaders Coffee Catch-Ups – Wednesday 5 March
We are delighted to announce our new Senior Leaders Coffee Catch-Ups initiative, taking place every Wednesday from 7:45am – 8:15am at The Hearts Cafe Coffee Nook.
Each week, a member of our Senior Leadership Team will be available to chat with parents and students over coffee. Whether you have specific matters to discuss or simply wish to connect with our Leadership Team, our Leaders are eager to engage with you.
Next Wednesday 5 March, Head of Secondary Years, Mr Dominic Piacun, will be hosting the first session. He looks forward to connecting with parents and community members in these meaningful conversations.
We warmly invite you to drop by and join us!
Mr Craig Brown Head of Springfield
Symposium 1 – Growing up Online | Monday 24 March (NEW DATE)
In today’s digital world, young people are more connected than ever—but with this connectivity comes risks. To help parents navigate the challenges of raising children in the online age, St Peters is proud to present Symposium 1: Growing Up Online, featuring Australia’s leading cyber safety expert, Susan McLean.
Event Details: Monday 24 March, 6:45pm – 8:15pm Dron Auditorium, St Peters Performing Arts Centre Tickets: $5.00 per person (Proceeds donated to charity)
Susan, a former police officer and Australia’s foremost authority on cyber safety, will share expert insights on online risks, including cyberbullying, grooming, sextortion, problematic gaming, and exposure to harmful content. She will also provide practical strategies to help parents manage digital devices and keep their children safe online.
This adults-only session is a must for all parents and caregivers.
St Peters Springfield has partnered with Lutheran Education Queensland (LEQ) to give our whole community the opportunity to attend an engaging three-part webinar series with Madonna King. With her extensive experience and having authored multiple books around the topics of modern parenting, Madonna will offer valuable insights into raising emotionally healthy, resilient children and teens. These sessions will be informative, but are also aimed at equipping parents with practical tools and strategies.
The regular cost of these webinars is set at $45.00 per attendee, or $135.00 total for the series. However, due to the partnership with St Peters and LEQ, these webinars are able to be provided to our community at no cost.
Please register your attendance using the links provided, being sure to scroll to the bottom of the Humantix page to gain access to the St Peters School Pass tickets/access.
Mr Craig Brown Head of St Peters Springfield
Wellbeing on Wellness Way
Wellbeing on Wellness Way
We have a way of wellbeing here at St Peters Springfield. Here is a brief look and delve into our wellbeing model – our Framework to Flourishing.
ME – the ME of our model focuses on our staff – acknowledging that the nature of teaching is a human endeavour so it is essential we care for our big people as well as our little people here at the College.
WE – this is the place in which we pool our resources and time to educate our young people. It isn’t about taking away challenge or limiting adversity, to us, it’s about packing a bag of wellbeing tools, practices and habits to help them be more resilient and emotionally agile as they move through their years here at school.
US – this is the place you belong – our valued community – we are looking forward to continually educating and including you in our wellbeing practices as we recognise how very important it is to nurture our connection with you, for the benefit of our students.
FLOURISHING – by practicing restoring relationships, creating a dynamic and positive Year Level Pastoral Team and making sure wellbeing remains a priority in all we do – we can create a place that makes it easier for our students to be their best selves.
We are proud of the work we do with our young people – we look forward to sharing more of this along the journey.
Mrs Sarah Johnson Pathways and Counselling Leader
Performing Arts
The Arts News
Be on time, Be prepared, Be a leader, Believe!
Lunchtime Concert
Join us on Thursday 6 March from 10:45am – 11:10am on the Concourse as we celebrate our young performers unique journeys in the first Performing Arts Lunchtime Concert for 2025. This Concert will showcase students from Years 7-12 only who learn internally or externally. Parents are welcome to attend. Private Tutors have been asked to nominate students who will be ready to perform.
Staffing Update
Mr Michael Gibson began teaching the Lower Strings this week. We wish him every success in his role and warmly welcome him to our community.
Calling for Expressions of Interest for the inaugural College Rock Band. This Ensemble will be by audition only and will rehearse on a Wednesday at first break in PA1. Interested students are to apply via the Ensembles Handbook and speaking with the Arts Captains Ryan and Lucy. Interested students will then be contacted with further details concerning audition time.
Student Acknowledgements
This week at Assembly we presented certificates to students who participated at the State Honours Ensemble Program in late 2024 and also passed with Merit their Australian College of Music Piano exams. Congratulations to Ruhika S, Aanya D, Ethan L, Alexander J and Lucas M.
Concert Bands
Until the Woodwind Tutor position is finalised there will not be any rehearsals for Kats-Chernin Wind Ensemble, Jass Ensemble or Grainger Concert Band until further notice. Thank you for your patience.
Upcoming Events:
Thursday 6 March – Lunchtime Concert Years 7-12 (The Concourse)
Monday 17 March - Strings Lunchtime Concert (The Concourse)
Mrs Geraldine Campbell Performing Arts Coordinator
Sport
Springfield Sport
Sports Bus Bookings
Students participating in Sport at Indooroopilly must book a seat on the Term 1 Sports bus via the 2025 SFD Sport Bus Manifest on Teams. This must be done through the student’s account. For assistance, please contact k.reed@stpeters.qld.edu.au.
QGSSSA Swimming Championships
All the best to the 19 girls who will compete in the QGSSSA Swimming Championships next Wednesday at Chandler. We know they will represent the College with pride and a Plus Ultra mindset. Good luck to Kalista F, Ella N, Evie H, Ashwi G, Amayah H, Sieanna T, Aaliyah M, Charlotte T, Ameliya S, Isobel B, Lucy B, Olivia G, Kate E, Mia K, Judy Y, Elyza S, Ruby-Jane K, Alexa S.
Student Success
Congratulations to Ashton F (Year 8) who has been selected to represent the U/14 QLD Indoor Cricket team at the National Championships in Perth in July. He impressed selectors with his all-round ability with Bat and Ball and is a formidable contributor in the field. We look forward to following how Ashton performs at nationals.
Year 11 student Isaac K has earned selection to represent the SQCC Under-16 team in the Maher-Love Challenge this April. Additionally, he has been named to play for the Under-16 Yellow team (Male State Two Team), which will compete in the U/16 Male State Challenge.
Central District Sport Trials
Parents and guardians should refer to the 2025 Central Comets Trial Calendar for all upcoming trial dates. Nominations due to Mr Reed k.reed@stpeters.qld.edu.au.
I would like to wish the 2025 QGSSSA Swim team the very best of luck as they attempt to win the Mollie Gould Aggregate Cup for a remarkable 12th time in-a-row. We are hoping to extend the longest winning streak of any school in the history of QGSSSA Swimming.
I’d like to thank all of the students who have signed up to come and support our team as spectators and look forward to seeing you cheer, sing and dance in the stands at Chandler. I would like to encourage all students to come along to our Guard of Honour to send off our QGSSSA team in style (details below).
Guard of Honour for QGSSSA Swim Team Wednesday 5 March at 12:40pm (start of lunch) Campus Heart
Finally, to book Non-Student Spectator Tickets, watch the Livestream or access the Competition Schedule, Official Programme and Seating Map, please visit the QGSSSA website.
Please see the St Peters App for the latest Draw information.
Players Wanted: We have a few spots remaining in our Division 1 team. If you are interested in joining QGSSSA Cricket or would like to know more, please contact Mr Gary Munday via email.
Pink Stumps: We hope that you can join us for our first QGSSSA Cricket Pink Stumps Day on Monday March 17th when our Open and Div 1 teams play St Aidan’s on Mayer and Stolz Oval.
Pre-season training continues for our Autumn Sports – Basketball, Football and Touch Football.
Upcoming dates:
Trial Fixtures vs BGGS (Home) | Friday 28 February (Touch Football Only)
Trial Fixtures vs Somerville House | Friday 7 February - Touch Football (Away) - Football (Home) - Basketball (Home) - Round 1 vs BSHS (Away) | Friday 14 February (Basketball, Football & Touch Football)
Please see the St Peters App for the latest Draw information.
Please see the St Peters App for the latest Draw information.
Student Achievements
We would like to acknowledge student sporting achievements throughout the year. If your daughter has competed at a national or international level, please click here to share the details with us.
Please see the Northern Eagles calendar currently available on the St Peters App. Information regarding Term 1 District nominations have been shared via email to all students. Students need to be part of a St Peters 'A Team' standard or play club at a high level to be nominated. A final decision on nominations will be at the discretion of the Sports Department. Further nomination information will be emailed to students at the start of each term.
Boys Sport
Boys Weekly Sport
It’s an exciting weekend ahead with Open Day showcasing everything St Peters Sport has to offer! Senior Volleyball and Cricket will be playing at home, so expect increased traffic—Volleyball players should arrive one hour before their match. Be sure to visit the Gym at 12:15pm for the First VI Volleyball clash and head to Mayer Oval for the Cricket Focus Round.
We’re heading into a busy period with eight sports in action from Week 6, including Term 1 competitions and pre-season training for Rugby, Football, Cross Country, and Chess in Week 7. Students should communicate with coaches about availability and maintain a balance between Sport and academics. Sports House is always open to support students with their commitments.
Swimming
A great turnout was had at last week’s AIC Invitational Swim Meet held at St Peters with over 60 boys in attendance and several Personal Bests recorded across age groups and strokes. A great reward for the boys' efforts.
Tonight’s AIC Invitational Swimming Meet (Thursday 27 February) will be held at Sleeman Sports Complex, Chandler. The AIC Swimming Championships will be held at Chandler on Tuesday 11 March.
All members of the AIC Swim Team must be wearing the grey St Peters training shirt to Friday afternoon meets and the AIC Swimming Championships.
Please ensure you check the St Peters App for both venue details and schedule of the AIC Swimming Championships in Week 7.
Australian Rules
Congratulations to all our Australian Rules teams for an outstanding performance last weekend, securing a clean sweep across the board! Your commitment, teamwork, and effort were truly commendable. Our Year 8 players, who will return to action this weekend after their bye—we look forward to seeing them back on the field.
Thank you to all players for your dedication and strong performances each week. If you have any questions or need further information, please contact Mr Barker at t.barker@stpeters.qld.edu.au Let’s keep the momentum going!
Next Friday also features our Boys Focus Round on Friday 7 March against Villanova College at 4:45pm. There will be a supporter bus provided for Years 11 and 12 students who wish to attend with the first 30 students completing the survey reserving their seat on the bus. If you are planning to attend the Focus Round either by private transport or supporter bus, please CLICK HERE to register your attendance.
Cricket
Get ready for an exciting Cricket Focus Round as St Peters takes on Padua College! Both teams recorded Round 1 victories and are looking to make it two wins—setting the stage for a thrilling contest.
Session 1 runs from 9:30am to 1:00pm, with Session 2 starting at 1:45pm. Whether you're touring for Open Day or just keen to support, please make your way to Mayer Oval to watch our boys bat and bowl. Let’s create a great atmosphere and cheer on St Peters as they take on a strong Padua side. See you there!
Volleyball
It was a tough weekend against Iona, but our team’s showed resilience and determination. We’ll take the lessons learned and come back stronger next week!
A reminder about uniform expectations—slides are not to be worn before or after games. Please ensure you are wearing the correct footwear. Students have been issued warnings and will be followed up by Sports House for continual breach of uniform policy.
This weekend, our 9D team will play at home against Villanova in the supplementary draw alongside our Senior Boys. With Open Day this weekend, St Peters will be bustling so please ensure you arrive one hour before your match. Come along and cheer on our Senior Volleyball Teams as they represent the College with pride! See you there!
Football
The 2025 St Peters Football season is officially underway, with trials for all boys teams (Years 4–12) beginning next week. Players should check the training schedule below and the app to ensure they are prepared for their sessions. We encourage all students to bring their best effort as we look to form competitive teams across all year levels.
A huge thank you to all the boys, parents and coaches who attended our St Peters Football Information Night on Wednesday. It was fantastic to launch the season and provide an overview of our program, expectations, and goals for the year ahead. Your enthusiasm and commitment to the sport set the foundation for another exciting season!
Looking ahead, we are thrilled to announce the annual Old Scholars Match, scheduled for Thursday 27 March at 4:15pm on Harts Rd. This highly anticipated fixture is a great opportunity for our current players to take on past students in a competitive and spirited match. We encourage the school community to come along and support what is always a fantastic display of football and sportsmanship.
Stay tuned for more updates as the season progresses, and best of luck to all players in trials next week!
Rugby
Training has started this week for all Junior and Senior Rugby teams. Please see training schedule.
Our Year 7 and Year 9 teams are still looking for numbers so if you are interested in joining — CLICK HERE
Confidence in Contact Rugby Sessions have begun — CLICK HEREto register
The highly anticipated Confidence in Contact sessions kick off this Sunday, providing a valuable opportunity for our young Rugby players to enhance their skills in a safe and structured environment. A special thanks to the Rugby Parent Support Group for making these sessions possible for our Rugby community.
Open to all male students from Years 4–9, the program is especially beneficial for those new to Rugby or contact sports. The sessions are designed to build confidence and technical ability in tackling, ball carrying, and safe contact techniques.
Run by experienced coaches from Next Gen Rugby, who have worked with schoolboy teams and Premier Grade club levels across Brisbane, these sessions will progressively develop players’ skills each week. The first session will focus on:
Foundation body shape for effective ball carrying
Safe falling techniques when tackled
Building confidence in making safe and effective tackles
Ensuring players are comfortable and in control during contact is key to both performance and safety. The structured drills will provide multiple repetitions in a controlled setting, allowing participants to refine their technique at their own pace.
Sessions will take place from 8:00am to 10:00am at St Peters Indooroopilly on the following dates:
Sunday 2 March
Sunday 9 March
Sunday 16 March
Sunday 23 March
Players must wear Rugby training or playing gear, including a mouthguard and boots, and bring their own water bottle. If attending, please complete the attendance link provided to assist coaches in planning effective sessions.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to build confidence and skills in a safe and supportive environment!
Chess
Chess training kicks off in Week 7 on Wednesday, 12 March. Students who have signed up will receive more information via email next week. We look forward to another great season of strategic gameplay and skill development. Stay tuned for updates
Cross Country training has begun, and sign-up links have been sent out! If you're in Years 7–12 and interested in joining the 2025 Cross Country team, please read the below from Cross Country Coordinator, Mrs Schreiber. The program is designed to support your participation in both Cross Country and your weekend AIC sport (e.g. Chess, Football, or Rugby).
Training Schedule: The full schedule is available on the St Peters app. Wednesday afternoons are the priority team training session, but sessions run daily to help balance your Term 1 sporting commitments. Please ensure you prioritise your current Term 1 Sports.
Meets & Championships: Meets take place on Wednesday afternoons from mid-Term 2, meaning they won’t clash with your AIC fixtures—you can do both!
With Term 2 Sport just around the corner, I invite you to complete the following sign-up process to help finalise our numbers for your respective sport.
Please complete by end of Week 4, Friday 1 February.
Season information including training schedules for Chess, Cross Country and Rugby can be found on the St Peters app, with more information to be sent out from respective coordinators shortly.
Athletic Development
The St Peters Athletic Development Program supports students' physical growth and athletic performance, with sessions available before and after school in the Weights Room at the Indooroopilly Campus. Juniors (Years 7–9) focus on mastering fundamental movement patterns, while Seniors (Years 10–12) build on these skills with tailored programs for all levels. Regardless of gym experience, we cater for all levels and encourage all students to take advantage of this opportunity. Boys are encouraged to attend Athletic Development.
ST PETERS ACHIEVEMENTS
To help St Peters celebrate the sporting achievements of students who have competed in a State or National teams please complete the Microsoft form – CLICK HERE
With hundreds of athletes competing in dozens of sports, this will help us ensure your students achievements are not left unnoticed and can be considered for College celebrations.
This Week in Sport
AIC Australian Rules, Cricket, Volleyball, and Swimming are the current in-season AIC Boys Sports this term and training and fixtures are well underway.
For details of times and venues for this weekend’s Round 4 fixtures please check the information on the St Peters app.
Please ensure you check the St Peters app for both venue details and time of games for the Trial Round of St Peters AIC Boys Sport.
Please CLICK HERE for Australian Rules game day schedule Please CLICK HERE for Cricket game day schedule Please CLICK HERE for Volleyball game day schedule
For our St Peters sporting programs to positively develop and grow, it is paramount that our students attend training sessions for their chosen Sport, so they can improve and refine sport-specific skills and build cohesion amongst their team-mates.
If students are unable to attend some training sessions, it is vital that their absence is communicated to their coaches firstly, and also the respective coordinator/s.
Please also CLICK HERE to access the AIC Sporting Calendar for 2025.
Matchday expectations
A reminder that all St Peters boys do need to be dressed correctly at both AIC training and at AIC games. All uniforms can be purchased from Shop45 or via School locker, please refer to website for opening hours. For matchdays enclosed footwear must be worn to games, no slides or crocs are to be worn at St Peters or associated AIC schools. They are not part of the school uniform and are a risk for Workplace health and safety.
Volleyball
Correct Training and Playing Uniform Requirements
At Training – All St Peters AIC volleyballers are to wear their St Peters Sports Uniform to Volleyball training
At Games – All St Peters AIC volleyballers must be wearing:
St Peters numbered Volleyball shirt (NO sports/PE shirts are to be worn at AIC games)
St Peters maroon PE/Sports Shorts
WHITE SOCKS ONLY are to be worn at AIC Volleyball Games
Joggers MUST be worn at all times – No slides or thongs are to be worn at any time
CRICKET
Correct Training and Playing Uniform Requirements –
At Training – all AIC cricketers must wear their ‘Program Shirt’ to their training session
At Games – All St Peters cricketers are to arrive to their game wearing:
St Peters ‘Program Shirt’ and then get changed into your playing whites just before the start of play
WHITE SOCKS ONLY are to be worn at AIC Cricket Games
Joggers MUST be worn at all times – No slides or thongs are to be worn at any time
Australian Rules
Correct Training and Playing Uniform Requirements –
At Training – all AIC Australian Rules footballers must wear their PE Uniform to training (Year 7 and Year 9) and Seniors can wear their black opens warm up shirt. Students are to be wearing boots and have a mouth guard
At Games – Students must have mouth guards
Joggers MUST be worn at all times before/after games – No slides or thongs are to be worn at any time
ST PETERS STUDENT SPECTATORS ON GAMEDAYS
Should any St Peters student be attending a St Peters sporting event/game outside of normal College hours, it is expected that they are dressed in St Peters Formal Uniform. Should a student not be wearing the correct attire when attending a sporting event/game, they may be asked to leave the venue.
WET WEATHER AND CANCELLATIONS
With regards to wet weather and any unforeseen or potential cancellations of AIC sports, please ensure that you keep an eye out for notifications and alerts via the St Peters App. We will endeavour to keep everyone updated on both training cancellations and game day changes as the week progresses.
Daniel Fraser Boys Sport Coordinator
SPOSA
St Peters Old Scholars Association (SPOSA) – 10 Year Reunion - 2014 and 2015
Saturday 22 May, saw St Peters Springfield’s third ever 10 Year Reunion, where Old Scholars from 2014 and 2015 returned to the College along with current and previously employed staff. It was also exceptional to share the event with SPOSA Patron, Mrs Margaret Curnow (1960) and SPOSA Treasurer, Mr Simon Gideon (1994).
The evening began with some gifts from SPOSA, followed by a tour of the campus, a visit to the Founders Wall and we finished with a function on the newly named SPOSA Outlook in the Junior High Precinct.
There were many funny stories shared and plenty of reminiscing. We discussed how, even though the buildings may have changed, and the years may have passed, the foundations of St Peters Springfield remain the same. We continue to be focused on building relationships and growing exceptional young people of character and purpose, while paying tribute to our shared Lutheran and St Peters heritage.
Mr Craig Brown Head of Springfield
Community
Second-Hand Uniform Shop
The Second-Hand Uniform shop will be open every Wednesday from 7:45am – 8:30am. Find everything from blazers to HPE uniforms at affordable prices. All items are quality-checked and ready for a new home. Visit us outside the Hearts Café to browse our range of second-hand uniforms.
If you are a parent or friend and would like to help run the Second-Hand Uniform Shop on Wednesdays from 7:45am – 8:30am. This can be on a roster basis, and any assistance would be greatly appreciated to keep this valuable service running smoothly.
If you would like to assist with the Uniform Shop, join the P&F Committee, or register your interest in volunteering at events, please reach out to us at pf.springfield@stpeters.qld.edu.au.
