Dear Parents/Carers
A reminder that members of the Queensland Teachers' Union (QTU) at Bentley Park College will participate in a 24-hour stop work action tomorrow on Wednesday, 6 August 2025.
As a result, some teachers will not be attending school. However, the College will remain open and arrangements have been made to ensure students will be supported. Formal classes will not operate on this day.
Our Primary Tuckshop and Secondary Canteen will open just for first break.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work through this matter.
Yours sincerely
Kylie Cochran
College Principal
30/07/25
Dear Parents/Caregivers
I wish to inform you that members of the Queensland Teachers' Union (QTU) at Bentley Park College have advised the Department of Education of their intention to participate in a 24-hour stop work action on Wednesday, 6 August 2025.
As a result, some teachers will not be attending school on Wednesday, 6 August 2025 as part of a statewide strike related to ongoing Teachers' enterprise bargaining negotiations between the Department and the QTU.
I want to reassure you that while there will be a reduced number of school staff onsite during this day of industrial action, arrangements have been made to ensure students are supported.
The safety and wellbeing of students remain our highest priority, as does ensuring that appropriate supervision is provided to all students attending school during the industrial action.
At this stage, it is unclear on how many teachers from Bentley Park College will be participating in this industrial action. However, please be assured that the school will remain open during this time, though normal classes are likely to be disrupted.
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work through this matter.
Yours sincerely
Kylie Cochran
College Principal
13/5/25
College Principal
This week, we were informed College Principal Mr Bruce Houghton will be taking on the role of Principal in Residence at FNQ Regional Office, leading a regional initiative with Cape York Schools.
In this role, Bruce will be supporting schools and their Leadership Teams to develop Senior Schooling Strategies that provide positive engagement and transitions for all students. This role will extend through until the end of 2026. On behalf of the College community, I would like to wish Bruce all the best in this new role.
I will continue in the role as Acting College Principal for the remainder of 2025 with possible extension into 2026. I look forward to working with students, families and the College community throughout the year.
I am also excited to continue to work collaboratively with staff and the College Leadership teams to advance the School Strategic Agenda for improved outcomes for all students at Bentley Park College.
Kylie Cochran
College Principal