Moreton Bay Boys' College
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Updated July 2026
Moreton Bay Boys' College is an independent, Kindergarten to Year 12 International Baccalaureate (IB) World School for boys located in Manly West, Brisbane. It provides a globally-focused, inquiry-based education designed specifically to suit the way boys learn.
Curriculum
Term structure
Teaching approach
As a Uniting Church school, the college focuses on faith and integrity, aiming to produce young men with confidence and humility. It utilizes an inquiry-based learning framework that incorporates the International Baccalaureate (IB) philosophy alongside the Australian Curriculum. The school emphasizes a 'hands-on', project-driven, and kinaesthetic approach tailored to the specific learning needs of boys.
Programmes
The college offers a Kindergarten to Year 12 education, with the Primary Years Programme (PYP) as an authorised IB World School. The curriculum integrates the Australian Curriculum with IB inquiry-based learning, supported by a digital learning programme and BYOD policy from Years 4 to 12. Early learning is also available through the Moreton Bay Colleges’ Early Learning Centre for children aged two to four.
Student support
Learning support
The college provides a pastoral care approach focused on developing manners, confidence, and humility in students. It employs a 'Wellbeing for Learning' strategy and a 'Five to Thrive' framework to support student development, alongside a dedicated chaplaincy and service learning programme.
Frequently asked questions(4)
- What curriculum does Moreton Bay Boys' College offer?
- Moreton Bay Boys' College offers IB PYP.
- What accreditations does Moreton Bay Boys' College hold?
- Moreton Bay Boys' College holds accreditations including IB.
- Is Moreton Bay Boys' College co-educational?
- Moreton Bay Boys' College is a boys school.
- Where is Moreton Bay Boys' College located?
- Moreton Bay Boys' College is an international school in Brisbane, Australia.
Tuition & fees
No published fee schedule was found for this school.
Admissions
The college accepts enrolments for all year levels, with formal intake years at Kindergarten, Year 5, and Year 7. The process involves an online application with a $350 fee, followed by an interview approximately 18 months before the nominated entry year. Upon receiving an offer, families confirm their place with a $950 non-refundable fee and the completion of a 'Conditions of entry' form.
Calendar
The academic year is divided into four terms. In 2026, Term 1 runs from 27 January to 2 April, Term 2 from 20 April to 19 June, Term 3 from 13 July to 17 September, and Term 4 from 6 October to 3 December.
Facilities
About the campus
Located on 13 hectares of bushland, the campus features classrooms that are 25% larger than average and equipped for a BYOD digital learning programme. Key facilities include a two-level library and learning hub, science laboratories, an IT/graphics/design laboratory with 3D printers, and a 120-seat lecture theatre. Sports facilities include an aquatic centre, mountain bike course, tennis and basketball courts, and cricket nets.
Co-curriculars
The college offers a range of camps, sports, music, and cultural clubs. In conjunction with its sister school, Moreton Bay College, students can participate in selected co-curricular activities in a co-educational environment to gain real-life experience. On-site facilities include a mountain bike track, football and soccer ovals, tennis and basketball courts, and athletics areas.
- Mr Andrew HolmesPRINCIPAL
- Mrs Naomi WilliamsHEAD OF SECONDARY
- Mr Stewart KempermanHEAD OF PRIMARY
- Mr John GardnerDEPUTY HEAD OF SECONDARY
- Mr Ben LangfordDIRECTOR OF MUSIC
- Mrs Susan PavishDIRECTOR OF SPORT
- Mr Michael BosDIRECTOR OF INTERNATIONAL
IB PYP