Buildings Upgrade
In 1982 the whole school buildings were upgraded under the “core-plus” scheme, whereby a “core” of buildings provided facilities for staff and administration, art/craft, multi-purpose use and a canteen, and …
Mother’s Club
A Mothers’ Club was formed in August and a five-roomed residence was completed in February 1952.
School Committee formed
The first School Committee was formed in 1911 however, the first recorded meeting was held on January 27th, 1912. The earliest record of the school still in existence is the …
School House Occupied
A small, single room schoolhouse, lighted and ventilated was erected, the design deliberately allowed for extension when student numbers reached 43. It was first occupied on Wednesday 22 June 1910. …
Torquay New State School Movement
From April,1909, the rental of the hall was increased to 20 pounds per annum. There were 35 pupils on the roll in February. Mr W Rice, Hon. Secretary of the …
Land Purchased
In 1905, the Education Department purchased 5 acres in the Spring Creek Estate from John Baensch and Adolf Pohl for £150. The site was lots 97 to 116, with a …
On the Move
In 2000 the 52 staff and 650 students moved into new premises on Grossman’s Road, Torquay.
Birthday Celebrations
The school celebrated its 100 years with 650 students
Library Extension
With the growth of Torquay the school had a number of additions made. By the late 1960’s the enrolment had increased to 200, and continued expansion seemed inevitable. By 1977 …
The Kiosk
Lessons were held in “The Kiosk” on The Esplanade as the school was being refurbished to create two classrooms.