When should I apply for Prep? 
We recommend enrolling your child as early as possible, ideally by the start of the year preceding their start date (e.g., Term 1 of the year before Prep). In Queensland, children must turn 5 by June 30 in the year they start. Check your start year here: Prep Enrolment Calculator.

What are the school fees? 
Our fees are structured to be affordable and transparent. As a Brisbane Catholic Education (BCE) school, we offer: 

• Sibling Discounts: Scaled discounts for second, third, and fourth children. 
  
• All-inclusive Levies: Fees generally cover tuition, technology (iPads), and capital improvements. 
  
• Concessions: Financial support is available for families experiencing genuine hardship. 

More fee information can be found here.

Learning & Teaching 

What is the ‘Smarts & Big Hearts’ approach? 
It is our holistic curriculum. ‘Smarts’ represents academic excellence, STEM, and 1:1 iPad literacy. ‘Big Hearts’ focuses on our Marist and Mercy values, emotional intelligence and social justice. 

How is technology used in the classroom? 
Every student from Prep to Year 6 has 1:1 access to an iPad. 

• Junior years: Focus on creative discovery and literacy support. 
  
• Senior years: Focus on research, coding, and responsible digital citizenship. 

What specialist subjects are offered? 
Students attend weekly lessons with specialist teachers for Physical Education (PE), Music, Visual Arts, STEM, and Library & Information Literacy. 

Student Wellbeing & Community 

How do you handle bullying and behaviour? 
At Our Lady of the Rosary, we use the Positive Behaviour for Learning (PB4L) framework to create a safe and supportive environment for all students. Our approach is centred on the Be a STAR at OLR behaviour matrix, which aligns with our core values of respect, care, and service. 

The STAR Matrix defines our four core expectations: 

• S – Stay focused on learning: Engaging fully in the classroom. 
  
• T – Take responsibility: Owning our actions and being organised. 
  
• A – Act with care: Showing kindness and moving safely around the school. 
  
• R – Respect and encourage all: Using positive language and supporting peers. 
  

We utilise Restorative Practices to resolve conflicts, focusing on repairing relationships and building empathy rather than just punishment. 

Daily Life & Facilities 

Does OLR have a swimming pool? 
Yes, we have an on-site swimming pool. Intensive swimming blocks are held in Terms 1 and 4 as part of the PE curriculum, meaning no travel time or extra bus costs for parents. 

Is Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) available? 
Yes. On-site OSHC is provided by Catholic Early EdCare. They offer: 

• Before School Care: From 7:00 AM. 
  
• After School Care: Until 6:00 PM. 
  
• Vacation Care: Available during school holidays. 
  

What are the school hours and transport options? 

• Hours: 8:30am to 3:00pm 
  
• Drop-off: We offer a supervised Stop, Drop and Go​ zone to keep morning transitions safe and fast. 
  
• Canteen: Our Tuckshop is open on Wednesdays and Fridays and can be ordered via the Qkr! app. 
  

Prep & Transition 

What does the Prep transition program look like at OLR? 
We offer a comprehensive Ready, Set, Prep program designed to reduce "first-day jitters" for both children and parents. This includes: 

• Ready, Set, Prep: Play-based sessions where children meet their future teachers in the Prep classrooms. 
  
• Parent Information Evenings: Sessions covering everything from uniform requirements to lunchbox ideas and school routines. 
  
• Transition from Kindy: We work closely with kindergartens and local early learning centres to understand your child's unique strengths before they arrive. 
  

Ready to see our ‘Big Hearts’ in action? 
The best way to experience Our Lady of the Rosary is to see our classrooms and community firsthand. Join us for a Principal-led tour to ask your specific questions and see where your child will thrive.