Co-curricular - St Josephs Nudgee College

The College’s all-inclusive co-curricular program offers boys countless ways to explore, excel, and express who they are. With an extensive range of sporting, cultural, and enrichment activities, every student can find a place to nurture his passions, whether he seeks a high-performance environment or loves taking part. As a proud member of the Queensland Greater Public Schools (GPS) Association, and through several College-run clubs, Nudgee delivers a truly comprehensive Activities Program. At Nudgee, we celebrate every talent. Here, our students can do more, be more, and achieve more.

Performing Arts Activities

All students have the opportunity to participate in performing arts activities each Term.

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Chess

With support from specialist coaches, boys develop and hone their pattern recognition, problem solving and strategic thinking skills and are well equipped to compete in the GPS season during Term 3.

Debating

Orators spend their Friday nights in Semester 1 delivering thought-provoking and nuanced arguments in the GPS Debating season and Queensland Debating Union (QDU) competitions.

Music

With a variety of ensembles to join and multiple performance opportunities, our comprehensive Music program offers boys exciting opportunities to learn, perform and thrive on stage.

Musical

The biannual College Musical is an event open to all students from Years 5 to 12. It is held in Tierney Auditorium and runs for a period of four performances.

Tech Crew

The College’s Technical Production Crew provides a unique opportunity for students interested in live production within multiple fields around sound, lighting and video.

Theatresports

Theatresports is a fun, energetic and creative drama activity using the skills of improvisation.

Drama

Drama at Nudgee College enhances students’ performance skills and critical thinking. Years 7 to 12 engage in practical lessons and live theatre experiences.

Visual Arts

Visual Arts program nurtures creativity at all year levels. Students explore a variety of mediums, from clay and lino prints to street art and mural painting.

Writers' Circle

Writers' Circle provides students with opportunities to explore creativity through writing, including narrative and report projects, competitions, and workshops.

Esports

Esports blends teamwork, strategy, and technology, offering students a dynamic space to compete and grow.

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Sport Activities

All students have the opportunity to participate in summer and winter sports activities each Term.

Basketball

Played during the GPS winter season in Term 3, students in Years 5-12 have the opportunity to develop their skills under the guidance of expert coaches and on state-of-the-art courts.

Cattle Club

Year-round, Cattle Club members preparing and exhibiting their animals around Queensland, in doing so, they learn essential animal husbandry, animal welfare, teamwork and communication skills.

Cricket

Offers to boys in Years 5-12 during Term 1, the program provides a first-class coaching and training environment with playing opportunities for brand new cricketers through to elite level athletes.

Cross Country

Runners compete in a series of meets during the summer season in Semester 1, culminating in the GPS Cross Country Championship, all while reaping the many health and wellbeing benefits of running.

Football

With A-licence coaches, strong links to community and A-league clubs and skill development opportunities, our Football program supports players at all levels. The GPS season runs during Term 2.

Rowing

Offered to boys in Years 8 - 12 in Term 4 and 1, rowers train on both land and water with a dedicated training facility at Wyampa Road. Competition opportunities include Head of the River.

Rugby

With the highest number of Premierships in the GPS, our program is as effective as it is renowned. Offered in Term 3, players have access to world-class coaching and a seamless development program.

Swimming

With access to a 50m nine lane pool and 25m five lane pool and tailored training programs, swimmers can compete in both GPS and club programs.

Track and Field

Pre-season development camps, access to highly trained coaches and world-class facilities ensure athletes are given every opportunity to succeed in their chosen track and field events.

Tennis

Tailored training sessions and dedicated coaching staff, give players the opportunity to progress technically and are well equipped to compete in the Term 2 GPS season in either singles or doubles.

Volleyball

Offered to students in Years 7-12, players have multiple playing and training opportunities with the support of highly skilled coaches. The GPS season runs during Term 1.

Upcoming fixtures and events for current parents can be found via Team App. Simply search NC and the activity you are looking for (eg NC Football).

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