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The Lakes College Advantage: Strong Results, Modern Facilities and Homes Just Minutes Away

Imagine living in a neighbourhood where your children can walk or ride to one of the region’s top NAPLAN-performing Christian schools — that’s everyday life for families around The Lakes College in North Lakes.

  • Ranked #1 primary school in the Moreton Bay region for 2024 NAPLAN (average 529.4) and #3 for secondary (average 584.4).
  • Prep–Year 12 co-educational Christian college, affiliated with the Uniting Church and guided by a mission of “excellence in education, innovation in learning and a caring Christian community.”
  • Modern campus with a purpose-built Aquatic Precinct, featuring an eight-lane heated 25m pool used by students and the wider community.
  • TLC Swim Club promoted to Division 1 in the Swimming Brisbane Premiership within its first few years.
  • Located within a large master-planned community, close to Westfield, parks, lakes and public transport, with many local families able to walk, ride or scooter to school.

Properties Near The Lakes College

Families looking to enrol at The Lakes College often also explore the surrounding streets. These currently advertised homes sit within a short distance of the school.

AddressKey FeaturesWalking Route
36/15 College Street, North Lakes
4 bed · 2 bath · 2 car · approx. 286sqmGet Directions
20 Elsey Circuit, North Lakes
3 bed · 2 bath · 1 car · approx. 262 sqmGet Directions
21 Stokes Street, North Lakes
4 bed · 2 bath · 2 car · approx. 312 sqmGet Directions
36 Dunes Crescent, North Lakes
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4 bed · 2 bath · 2 car · approx. 336 sqmGet Directions
11/3 Sibley Street, North Lakes
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4 bed · 3 bath · 2 car · ~195 sqm indoor space Get Directions

Why The Lakes College Is a Top Choice for Families

In 2024, The Lakes College was reported as the top-performing primary school in the Moreton Bay region for NAPLAN, achieving an average score of 529.4, and placing third for secondary outcomes, with an average of 584.4.

PRIMARY
Source: Better Education
SECONDARY
Source: Better Education

The school has appeared among higher-ranked independent schools in recent years, demonstrating consistent performance over time.

According to its learning framework, The Lakes College uses intentional, data-informed teaching, nurturing students across academic, cultural, social, spiritual and physical domains.

A Prep–12 Christian Community

The Lakes College offers a continuous Prep–Year 12 learning journey, shaped by its foundations in the traditions and values of the Uniting Church. As a co-educational Christian school, it emphasises a strong sense of belonging, where students are encouraged to grow academically, socially, spiritually and emotionally within a supportive environment. Pastoral care and chaplaincy are woven into everyday school life, helping students feel known, understood and guided as they move through key stages of childhood and adolescence.

With a little over 1,000 students on one campus, the college highlights the importance of connection — families often appreciate the comfort of having siblings together and the stability that comes from a consistent culture and shared expectations. The school’s focus on service, leadership and faith exploration further enriches student development, creating a community that values character as highly as academic success.

Facilities Designed for Modern Learning and Sport

The Lakes College sits within the heart of North Lakes, a master-planned community designed around pathways, parks and open spaces — and the school’s campus reflects that same modern, thoughtful planning. The college has invested steadily in facilities that support contemporary learning, with spaces purpose-built to help students thrive across academics, sport and the arts.

A standout is the Aquatic Precinct, home to an eight-lane heated 25-metre pool complete with grandstand seating, changerooms and a kiosk. The precinct hosts swimming lessons, squad training, carnivals and community programs, and is also the training base for the fast-growing TLC Swim Club.

Students regularly take part in district and regional competitions, while the on-campus Aquatic Precinct supports a thriving swimming program from beginner levels to competitive squads. The TLC Swim Club, which trains at the school, has grown rapidly and earned promotion to Division 1 in the Swimming Brisbane Premiership — a notable milestone for a relatively young club.

Nearby, students access a multi-purpose sports centre that provides indoor courts for basketball, netball and volleyball, while outdoor areas extend opportunities for athletics, football, rugby, cricket and hockey.

Co-Curricular Life in Arts, Tech and Leadership

Academic learning takes place in specialist classrooms designed for STEM, digital technologies, science and hands-on practical work. Flexible learning zones allow teachers to shift between direct instruction, group collaboration and project-based activities.

Photo Credit: The Lakes College

The performing arts facilities, including music practice rooms and drama spaces, support ensembles, productions and cultural events. The performing arts program provides opportunities for students who excel in music, drama and production.

Photo Credit: The Lakes College

Choirs, bands, ensembles and stage performances give students varied ways to develop artistic skills and confidence. Purpose-built rehearsal and performance spaces support regular showcases and cultural events that bring the school community together.

Sport is a major pillar of student life, offering pathways in athletics, football, netball, rugby, hockey, cricket, swimming and more. 

Photo Credit: The Lakes College

Leadership and service are also embedded into the student experience. Through structured programs, community initiatives and outdoor education, learners are encouraged to build character, take responsibility and contribute positively to the world around them. Whether through sport, the arts or leadership, students are supported to discover their strengths and pursue their passions.

Together, these facilities and activities allow students to move seamlessly between activities — from morning training to lessons, lunchtime clubs and after-school rehearsals — all without leaving the campus.

A Walkable North Lakes Lifestyle

The Lakes College is positioned within one of North Lakes’ most walkable pockets, where families enjoy the convenience of having everyday essentials close to home. North Lakes is a large, well-established master-planned community known for its mix of residential streets, green spaces, lakes, pathways and a substantial town centre. For families living near The Lakes College, this environment creates a lifestyle where school, recreation and amenities naturally overlap.

Many of the surrounding streets — including College Street, Elsey Circuit and Stokes Street — place students within an easy walk, ride or scooter trip to school. Parents often value the simplicity of local travel, with mornings and afternoons unfolding along safe pathways that weave through parks, playgrounds and leafy shared zones. The proximity to Westfield North Lakes, IKEA, Costco and a wide range of dining and service options adds to the suburb’s appeal, providing quick access to shopping, healthcare and entertainment.

Photo Credit: Scribble Maps

North Lakes is also shaped by its extensive network of bike paths and lakeside reserves, which support active family lifestyles. Weekends often revolve around playground visits, park runs, sport on the ovals or relaxed time by the water. With major road links and public transport nearby, commuting is straightforward, yet the neighbourhood retains a calm, community-focused feel. Together, these features create a lifestyle that balances convenience, connection and outdoor living — all within reach of The Lakes College.

School Strength Meets Lifestyle

With strong NAPLAN results, a clear Christian ethos, diverse co-curricular opportunities and a walkable, well-connected location, The Lakes College sits at the centre of a family precinct that many buyers consider highly desirable.

Published 17-November-2025

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Disclaimer: The list of properties appearing in this article are provided for illustrative purposes only and are listed as for sale as of 17-Nov-2025. Since listing status are dynamic and subject to change, readers are encouraged to verify updated status independently.