We are delighted that you are considering joining our vibrant, awardwinning community.
Guided by our vision to embolden hearts and inspire minds, Kingswood College offers an education grounded in strong academic excellence, while nurturing courage, kindness and confidence. We are committed to ensuring every student is known, supported and challenged, preparing them for life beyond school.
Ours is a genuinely inclusive community where all students and families are welcomed and valued. We take great pride in creating an environment where every individual feels a deep sense of belonging and connection.
Life at Kingswood College is dynamic and engaging. Beyond the classroom, students are encouraged to embrace a wide range of opportunities, including innovative programs, sport, service and rich community experiences.
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Warm regards,
Principal, Kingswood College 3
2026 OPEN DAY MUSIC SPECTACULAR
Join the Kingswood College Choir, Concert Band and String Quartet as they take you on a music journey.
Choir sings ‘O Love’ - Brim Hall
Lead by Tom Buchanan and Zac Hamilton-Russell 10:00am, 10:45am, 11:30am and 12:15pm
Concert Band - Forum
Lead by Catherine King 10:10am, 10.55am, 11:40am and 12:25pm
String Quartet - Forum
Lead by Momoko Nagayama 10.25am, 11.10am, 11:55am and 12:40pm
Leadership & School Vision
Principal’s Address: Hear from our College Principal, Chrissy Gamble. Chrissy is a passionate advocate for independent education, with nearly 30 years of experience teaching and leading across Kindergarten to Year 12. Known for her strength in building relationships and vibrant school communities, she is deeply committed to helping students and staff achieve their personal best. Chrissy holds a Master of Education, with research focused on gifted and talented learners and the impact of accelerated learning.
Location: Brim Hall
Tours & Early Learning
Secondary School Tour: Explore our Secondary School facilities on a guided tour led by students and staff, and gain insight into daily learning and life on campus.
Location: Secondary School Tour Marquee
Junior School Tour: Discover our Junior School learning spaces while meeting the students and staff who bring them to life.
Location: Junior School Tour Marquee
Early Learning Centre Activities and Tour: Visit the Early Learning Centre, connect with our welcoming staff, and learn more about our Kindergarten and Pre Prep programs through hands‑on experiences.
Location: Early Learning Centre
Mathematics
Lower Primary Maths Activity: Learn about our flexible grouping approach and Junior School instructional model through a range of hands on maths activities that showcase the breadth of skills, knowledge, and achievement across groups.
Location: Junior School Classroom (J2) 1
in action and see how timetabled Middle School specialist teachers enable students to learn precisely at their point of need—from Year 3 through to Year 8–9 level concepts.
Location: Junior School Classroom (J8)
Secondary Maths Activity: One of our animals has escaped, and only you can find it! Work your way through a series of exciting maths puzzles, collect the clues, and crack the mystery. Do you have what it takes to track down the missing animal? The hunt is on!
Location: Middle School Classroom (M102)
Arts & Enrichment
Primary Art Enrichment (SEEK)
Explore our Junior School Enrichment Art (SEEK) program, view inspiring student work, and try out a range of creative, hands‑on art activities.
Location: Junior School Art Room
Still Life Drawing (Secondary Art)
Step into the studio for a hands on still life drawing workshop. Experiment with graphite, charcoal, and colour media while learning to capture tone, texture, light, and form in a relaxed, creative setting.
Location: Middle School Art Room
English & Literacy
Upper Primary English Activity
See how we explicitly teach inferential comprehension, helping students build connections between texts, themselves, and the world around them.
Location: Junior School Classroom (J3)
Join the hunt for a missing animal in this playful literacy session! Discover how we teach synthetic phonics through an engaging, evidence‑based, and carefully scaffolded program brought to life by our Junior School instructional model.
Location: Prep Classroom
Secondary English Activity – Famous Lines & Found Poetry
Get creative using famous movie lines and chopped‑up newspaper text to craft unique poems and explore language in fun, unexpected ways.
Location: Middle School Classroom (M72)
Secondary English – Blackout Poetry & 50‑Word Stories
Unleash your creativity by transforming text through blackout poetry and challenging yourself to tell a complete story in just 50 words.
Location: Middle School Classroom (M73)
Humanities
Primary Humanities (Civics & Citizenship) Activity
Learn how preferential voting works through a hands on experience based on the Year 6 Canberra civics excursion.
Location: Junior School Classroom (J4)
Globe Trotter Challenge! (Secondary Humanities)
Become a world explorer in this fast paced, interactive geography game. Work together to uncover mystery countries, share clues, and celebrate curiosity, teamwork, and global thinking.
Location: Middle School Classroom (M81)
Time Travellers’ Treasure Trail! (Secondary Humanities)
Step into the role of a history detective as you examine replica artefacts and place them in order on a giant timeline. This engaging activity builds teamwork, observation skills, and a love of storytelling about the past.
Location: Middle School Classroom (M84)
Fun with Laser Cutting (Digital Technologies)
Discover how laser cutters are used in design projects and assemble your own laser cut tetrahedron to take home.
Location: Design Centre
Live News Feeds
Create a live news broadcast using green screen technology. Try both on camera and behind the scenes production roles.
Location: Media Classroom and Studio
Coding with VEX Robots
Learn the basics of coding as you program a VEX robot to follow a trail.
Location: Science Centre (S1)
Science & Food Studies
Secondary Science Discovery Quest
Rotate through a variety of hands‑on science challenges, including experiments with circuits, chromatography, microscopes, visual illusions, and more.
Location: Science Centre
Food Studies – Design Your Own Fruit Cup
Practise safe knife skills and create your own fresh, takeaway fruit cup in this hands‑on food session.
Location: Cato Centre
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Junior School Chinese
Immerse yourself in primary Chinese lesson focussed on the art of Chinese calligraphy.
Location: Junior School Classroom (J6)
Chinese Calligraphy and Lantern Making (Secondary LOTE)
Experience Chinese culture through traditional calligraphy and hands on lantern making.
Location: Middle School Classroom (M104)
Co‑Curricular & Sport
Human Powered Vehicle Showcase
Learn about our Human Powered Vehicle program, meet team members, and even sit inside the vehicle.
Location: Design Centre
Secondary Physical Education Stations
Join our Secondary School PE staff for a range of active sessions including pickleball, basketball, and fitness challenges.
Location: Sports Centre
Junior School Tabloid Sports
Take part in a variety of fun and energetic sporting activities led by our Junior School PE Coordinator.
Location: Junior School Basketball Courts
We aim to make the application process as clear and supportive as possible. Below is an overview of the application steps for Kingswood College. If you have any questions along the way, our team would be delighted to assist, please feel free to contact us by phone or email.
Interview
Applicants are placed on the waitlist for their preferred intake year level, and in accordance with the College’s Terms and Conditions of enrolment
Enrolment interviews for Year 7 begin three years before entry. Interviews for other year levels are held one to two years prior to entry (not applicable to ELC applicants)
Offers will not be made prior to all requested documents being provided. Acceptance of an offer requires acceptance of the Terms and Conditions of enrolment and the payment of the enrolment fee.
Prior to commencing, you will be provided with all information needed to prepare you and your child for transition to the College.
At Kingswood College, we proudly offer a diverse range of scholarships for students who demonstrate exceptional talent, creativity,academic achievement, and leadership potential.
Visit our Enrolment & Scholarships tent to find out more.
Why do our families love the Kingswood College ELC?
Exceeding National Quality Standards in all seven areas as assessed by the Australian Children’s Education and Care Quality Authority (ACEQA)
Standard & extended day programs
Open from 7:30am-6pm, 48 weeks per year
Inspiring classrooms and outdoor spaces
Educators who are passionate, encouraging and nurturing
To help you gain a clearer understanding of life at Kingswood College, we invite you to explore our College handbooks.
Each handbook provides important information about day‑to‑day life at the College, including learning programs, co‑curricular opportunities, expectations, and key experiences.
Our handbooks can be accessed via the QR codes below.
