Christian values form the basis of our pastoral care program at Forest Lake College and the safety and care of our students is of utmost importance to us. In addition, our teachers value the partnership they have with parents in seeking to provide children with the skills they need to relate to others, to be resilient when they face difficulties and to develop self-confidence.
Students at Forest Lake College are encouraged to develop spiritually by participating in weekly chapel services with their class and through age appropriate class activities. It is intended that graduates from Forest Lake College are provided with the resources and skills to be able to make informed decisions about faith related issues. Students at all age levels are encouraged to develop an attitude of service to others.
House System
On entry to the Colleges all students will be allocated to one of the Houses for student welfare, sporting, cultural and service activities.
The purpose of the House System is to provide a sub group within the community in which:
- Students can develop a sense of belonging;
- House and school pride can be fostered;
- Faith and values are developed;
- Healthy relationship are fostered;
- Concerns and feelings can be experienced;
- Confidence and resilience can be developed;
- Transition through different phases of education can be monitored;
- Students can develop leadership skills through service activities.
Forest Lake College Houses
There are four Houses that are unique to Forest Lake College and reflect its origins.
Hollingworth House takes its name from the former Anglican Archbishop of Brisbane, Rev Dr Peter Hollingworth OA
Braithwaite House takes its name from Mr John Braithwaite Founding Chairman of the Board of Forest Lake College.
Delbeta House takes its name from the oringinal developers of the suburb Forest Lake, Delfin Property Group and B and B Australia.
Bow Qing Tian reflects our commitment to Mandarin Chinese. Bow Qing Tian was known as the greatest and wisest judge according to Chinese legend.