Bentley Park College acknowledges the Gimuy Walubarra Yidinji Bama, meaning people, the Traditional Owners of the Bulmba, meaning place, where the College is built. The College is located between two significant waterways – Bana Gindaja, meaning water and cassowary, and Bana Jubugaraa, meaning water and big boomerang.
We extend our respects to their Elders, their Ancestors and Future Generations as they hold the memories and the traditions and maintain the culture of the Gimuy Walubarra Yidinji Bama. We continue to offer sincere respect to all First Nations People.
Bentley Park College is a state school in the south of Cairns that offers the advantage of a complete Prep to Year 12 education. First opening its gates in 1997, it comprises Primary and Secondary Sectors, including a Special Education Program, on one of the largest school sites in Queensland.
Students achieve through quality teaching and learning and are motivated by the motto and vision, 'Aspire Learn Achieve'. Diversity is celebrated and the values of respect, responsibility and resilience are proudly upheld.
Our Pillars of Excellence underpin learning opportunities in Academia, Citizenship, The Arts, Technology and Sport, with students moving through the key juncture years of education - Prep to Year 2, Years 3 to 6, Years 7 to 9 and Years 10 to 12 - within an inclusive and enriching learning environment. Strengths in these areas are witnessed every day in our students and in the career success of our graduates.
Connections across many aspects of College life allow coordination of various learning programs to provide holistic student support services, enabling collaboration between Primary and Secondary students and staff.
The College is committed to working with and building our community, industry and tertiary partners to encourage students to discover and develop their interests and talents. We support each student to succeed in their chosen pathway, actively contribute to society and reach their full potential.
This is reflected in our service commitment - that every graduating student can achieve an ATAR and be on the pathway to university, pursue a vocational pathways program or transition successfully into the workforce.
Parents and carers are encouraged to play an active role in their student's learning and attend regular parent teacher interviews, information nights and College events. Joining our Parents and Citizens' Association or the Local Community Education Body is also a great way to stay connected and give back to the College community.
Welcome to Bentley Park College – please phone 07 4040 8130 to speak with our enrolments officer. We look forward to having you join us.
