Djarragun College - Gordonvale Campus

Creating Pathways for Every Student

 

Cape York Girl Academy

Living & Learning Together

 
 

Djarragun College

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Enrolments open for 2023

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2023 Djarragun College Scholarships

Funded by the generous support of the Djarragun College Board

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Welcome to Djarragun College

Djarragun College shares the Cape York Partnership vision for children to achieve their full potential, talent and creativity and have the confidence and capacity for hard work so they can orbit between two worlds and enjoy the best of both.

We aim to develop a holistic knowledge about each of our student’s academic ability and physical health and wellbeing to be able to fully support each of them onto a successful future life pathway.

We recognise the traditional owners of Cape York and the Torres Strait Islands and pay our respects to our elders, past and present.

Our Mission

To develop proud, strong, educated Indigenous men and women, who walk confidently in two worlds, to be leaders, and to be role models for their families and communities.

Our Vision

To be the school of choice for students, parents and communities in Cape York and the Torres Strait Islands.

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See what our parents are saying about us

I like the College because of its strong cultural links and curriculum and the focus on empowering the students to achieve strong leadership.

Year 10 Parent

Djarragun College takes care and consideration into making our children feel safe at this school.

Year 5 Parent

Teacher, parent talks, discussions on best way forward when child has problems. Staff, helpful, friendly, and go beyond the call of duty, including bus driver.

Prep Parent

The Principal and staff go out of their way to make sure my son is doing great.

Year 7 Parent

Why Choose Djarragun College

Culturally appropriate curriculum

Extensive VET Courses for Years 10-12

Morning Tea and Lunch included in fees

Free bus to and from school

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Staff Mentors

Sports Academy

Arts Academy

Hospitality Academy

Small School Feeling – Big School Offerings

High Expectations for All Students

Empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Leaders of the Future

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The College is committed to ensuring our students education journey is a shared experience. We welcome our day student and boarding communities to join the Connecting College & Community meetings; these are ongoing monthly face-to-face Zoom meetings (online). The aim is for our day students parents, boarding parents, families and communities to be able to have a chat with the College about their child/children. Our Head of Campus, Community Liaison Officer, Deputy Head of Campus (Teaching and Learning) and Deputy Head of Campus (Student Services) will join the conversation.  Our next meeting will be:  Boarding Communities: 
Wednesday 29 November
3.45 pm - 4.45 pm  Day School Communities: 
Thursday 30 November 
3.45 pm - 4.45 pm  For our boarding families, the College kindly thanks the following schools, who have provided a space for these online meetings: Aurukun, Ti-Tree, Willowra and Minyerri (on Wednesday).  We would like to warmly welcome our day school families to attend the College in person (on Thursday).  Both of these meetings will be available to join online. If you have an internet connection at home and want us to send you the meeting link to join us online, please get in touch with the College at T: 07 4043 3777 or admin@djarragun.qld.edu.au.
Wed Nov 29th, 2023

The College is committed to ensuring our students' education journey is a shared experience. We welcome our day student and boarding communities to join the 'Connecting College & Community' meetings; these are ongoing monthly face-to-face Zoom meetings (online). The aim is for our day students' parents, boarding parents, families and communities to be able to have a chat with the College about their child/children. Our Head of Campus, Community Liaison Officer, Deputy Head of Campus (Teaching and Learning) and Deputy Head of Campus (Student Services) will join the conversation.

Our next meeting will be:

Boarding Communities:
Wednesday 29 November
3.45 pm - 4.45 pm

Day School Communities:
Thursday 30 November
3.45 pm - 4.45 pm

For our boarding families, the College kindly thanks the following schools, who have provided a space for these online meetings: Aurukun, Ti-Tree, Willowra and Minyerri (on Wednesday).

We would like to warmly welcome our day school families to attend the College in person (on Thursday).

Both of these meetings will be available to join online. If you have an internet connection at home and want us to send you the meeting link to join us online, please get in touch with the College at T: 07 4043 3777 or admin@djarragun.qld.edu.au.
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Australian Government Mobile Service Centres travel extensively throughout rural and regional Australia. A Mobile Service Centre will be visiting Gordonvale on 5th December.  Staff from Services Australia travel with the Mobile Service Centres and can assist people with Centrelink and Medicare payments and services. Information about Department of Veterans’ Affairs programs and support services for veterans and their families is also available.  Mobile Service Centres have disabled access and customer Wi-Fi to assist in creating myGov accounts and accessing online services.  The attached factsheet includes further information about the services available.  More information about the Australian Government Mobile Service Centre is available on their website: servicesaustralia.gov.au/mobileofficeImage attachment
Wed Nov 29th, 2023

Australian Government Mobile Service Centres travel extensively throughout rural and regional Australia. A Mobile Service Centre will be visiting Gordonvale on 5th December.

Staff from Services Australia travel with the Mobile Service Centres and can assist people with Centrelink and Medicare payments and services. Information about Department of Veterans’ Affairs programs and support services for veterans and their families is also available.

Mobile Service Centres have disabled access and customer Wi-Fi to assist in creating myGov accounts and accessing online services.

The attached factsheet includes further information about the services available.

More information about the Australian Government Mobile Service Centre is available on their website: servicesaustralia.gov.au/mobileoffice
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The College is committed to ensuring our students education journey is a shared experience. We welcome our day student and boarding communities to join the Connecting College & Community meetings; these are ongoing monthly face-to-face Zoom meetings (online). The aim is for our day students parents, boarding parents, families and communities to be able to have a chat with the College about their child/children. Our Head of Campus, Community Liaison Officer, Deputy Head of Campus (Teaching and Learning) and Deputy Head of Campus (Student Services) will join the conversation.  Our next meeting will be:  Boarding Communities: 
Wednesday 29 November
3.45 pm - 4.45 pm  Day School Communities: 
Thursday 30 November 
3.45 pm - 4.45 pm  For our boarding families, the College kindly thanks the following schools, who have provided a space for these online meetings: Aurukun, Ti-Tree, Willowra and Minyerri (on Wednesday).  We would like to warmly welcome our day school families to attend the College in person (on Thursday).  Both of these meetings will be available to join online. If you have an internet connection at home and want us to send you the meeting link to join us online, please get in touch with the College at T: 07 4043 3777 or admin@djarragun.qld.edu.au.
Mon Nov 27th, 2023

The College is committed to ensuring our students' education journey is a shared experience. We welcome our day student and boarding communities to join the 'Connecting College & Community' meetings; these are ongoing monthly face-to-face Zoom meetings (online). The aim is for our day students' parents, boarding parents, families and communities to be able to have a chat with the College about their child/children. Our Head of Campus, Community Liaison Officer, Deputy Head of Campus (Teaching and Learning) and Deputy Head of Campus (Student Services) will join the conversation.

Our next meeting will be:

Boarding Communities:
Wednesday 29 November
3.45 pm - 4.45 pm

Day School Communities:
Thursday 30 November
3.45 pm - 4.45 pm

For our boarding families, the College kindly thanks the following schools, who have provided a space for these online meetings: Aurukun, Ti-Tree, Willowra and Minyerri (on Wednesday).

We would like to warmly welcome our day school families to attend the College in person (on Thursday).

Both of these meetings will be available to join online. If you have an internet connection at home and want us to send you the meeting link to join us online, please get in touch with the College at T: 07 4043 3777 or admin@djarragun.qld.edu.au.
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Australian Government Mobile Service Centres travel extensively throughout rural and regional Australia. A Mobile Service Centre will be visiting Gordonvale on 5th December.  Staff from Services Australia travel with the Mobile Service Centres and can assist people with Centrelink and Medicare payments and services. Information about Department of Veterans’ Affairs programs and support services for veterans and their families is also available.  Mobile Service Centres have disabled access and customer Wi-Fi to assist in creating myGov accounts and accessing online services.  The attached factsheet includes further information about the services available.  More information about the Australian Government Mobile Service Centre is available on their website: servicesaustralia.gov.au/mobileofficeImage attachment
Fri Nov 24th, 2023

Australian Government Mobile Service Centres travel extensively throughout rural and regional Australia. A Mobile Service Centre will be visiting Gordonvale on 5th December.

Staff from Services Australia travel with the Mobile Service Centres and can assist people with Centrelink and Medicare payments and services. Information about Department of Veterans’ Affairs programs and support services for veterans and their families is also available.

Mobile Service Centres have disabled access and customer Wi-Fi to assist in creating myGov accounts and accessing online services.

The attached factsheet includes further information about the services available.

More information about the Australian Government Mobile Service Centre is available on their website: servicesaustralia.gov.au/mobileoffice
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Cinebuzz has kindly provided us with School Holiday Discount Flyers again!  Available from the College Reception.  The end of term swiftly approaches and its the most wonderful time of the year! There is an amazing line up over the coming months with something for everyone! We love to help families save on their visit to the cinema so please spread the word, share the joy and let the holidays begin!
Wed Nov 22nd, 2023

Cinebuzz has kindly provided us with School Holiday Discount Flyers again! Available from the College Reception.

The end of term swiftly approaches and it's the most wonderful time of the year! There is an amazing line up over the coming months with something for everyone! We love to help families save on their visit to the cinema so please spread the word, share the joy and let the holidays begin!
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Wed Nov 22nd, 2023

Families, please note that the Yarrabah bus is running late this morning, but it is on its way ... See MoreSee Less

Thu Nov 16th, 2023

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2023 has, without a doubt, been fantastic and certainly a year to remember. We are proud of all our students and the hard work they have put in. These students are proof of the positive outcomes we achieve at Djarragun College. We wish every single one of you well in your future endeavours.  All our best wishes go with the class of 2023.
Thu Nov 16th, 2023

2023 has, without a doubt, been fantastic and certainly a year to remember. We are proud of all our students and the hard work they have put in. These students are proof of the positive outcomes we achieve at Djarragun College. We wish every single one of you well in your future endeavours.

All our best wishes go with the class of 2023.
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Congratulations to all graduating students. Sorry I couldn’t be there to join in on your celebrations. Best wishes on your future endeavours.👏👏👏

Well done year 12s congratulations 👏🏽🎉 all the best regards to u all and I'm so proud of my youngest daughter to graduate 🎉 and many thanks for the principal and the staffs who taught my daughter 🙏🏽😍 and not forgetting the Girls Boarding houseparents to take care of her through her staying in college .

So many beautiful and well known faces. Congratulations to you all. Miss you so much.

Very sad that my granddaughter couldn't attend because she was looking forward for today she's very sick and she's in the Cairns Base ICU.

Wow, congrats to the Djarragun College class of 2023! 👏 Your hard work has paid off - go and rock the world! We can't wait to see what you all achieve 🌟

Too Deadly🖤🌻🌹 congratulations to all you the Year 12 students 👣 Strong Black Deadly Mob best wishes for your future 🖤🌻🌹

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Wed Nov 15th, 2023

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