About Us | A.B. Paterson College
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About Us | A.B. Paterson College
About Us
A.B. Paterson College is a leading independent, co-educational school on the northern Gold Coast, offering a seamless education from Prep to Year 12. Founded in 1989 by a visionary group of local business and community leaders, the College was established to provide a truly independent learning environment grounded in strong values, academic excellence and a deep appreciation for Australian heritage.
Named after one of Australia’s most iconic poets, Andrew Barton (Banjo) Paterson, the College draws inspiration from his enduring celebration of the Australian bush and the character, resilience and spirit of its people. These qualities remain central to our identity and are reflected in our motto:
Excellence, Care and Commitment
. Our students are encouraged to embrace these values in all aspects of their education and personal development.
The College maintains a strong connection to Banjo Paterson’s legacy and the town of Winton, where he famously penned
Waltzing Matilda
. Each year, our Year 6 students embark on a transformative journey through outback Queensland, visiting towns such as Charleville, Barcaldine, Emerald, Longreach and Winton. This experience fosters resilience, independence and a deeper understanding of life in rural Australia. In 2022, the College proudly opened
Barty’s Place
—a purpose-built student accommodation and dining facility in Winton—further strengthening our ties to the region and providing a unique opportunity for students and other groups to experience the outback.
Values
A.B. Paterson College is an independent, non-denominational, co-educational school with a Christian ethos, and caters for students from Prep to Year 12.
The Values of A.B. Paterson College are underpinned by the finest values evident within Australian society and are supported by the Australian Government’s National Framework for Values Education in Australian Schools (2005).
Our Values give meaning and purpose to our lives, define the way in which we engage with each other, and guide us as we strive to achieve our Mission.
Excellence
We strive for excellence in all we do.
Care
We encourage active care and advocacy for all people of the world
Commitment
We commit to meaningful progress, standing firm in our values
Discover More
Our History
Testimonials
College Tours
Contact Us
10 A.B. Paterson Drive, Arundel, Gold Coast, Qld 4214
+61 7 5594 7947
abpat@abpat.qld.edu.au
A.B. Paterson College Foundation
DLPAC Event Bookings
Parent Portal
Careers
Enrol Now
Book a Tour
News & Events
Old Collegians
A.B. Paterson College acknowledges the Kombumerri People as Traditional Custodians of the land, sea, waterways, and skies in which we learn and play. We also pay our respects to elders, past, present, and emerging, and recognise their continuing connection to country and ways of learning.
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About Us
A.B. Paterson College is a leading independent, co-educational school on the northern Gold Coast, offering a seamless education from Prep to Year 12. Founded in 1989 by a visionary group of local business and community leaders, the College was established to provide a truly independent learning environment grounded in strong values, academic excellence and a deep appreciation for Australian heritage.
Named after one of Australia’s most iconic poets, Andrew Barton (Banjo) Paterson, the College draws inspiration from his enduring celebration of the Australian bush and the character, resilience and spirit of its people. These qualities remain central to our identity and are reflected in our motto:
Excellence, Care and Commitment
. Our students are encouraged to embrace these values in all aspects of their education and personal development.
The College maintains a strong connection to Banjo Paterson’s legacy and the town of Winton, where he famously penned
Waltzing Matilda
. Each year, our Year 6 students embark on a transformative journey through outback Queensland, visiting towns such as Charleville, Barcaldine, Emerald, Longreach and Winton. This experience fosters resilience, independence and a deeper understanding of life in rural Australia. In 2022, the College proudly opened
Barty’s Place
—a purpose-built student accommodation and dining facility in Winton—further strengthening our ties to the region and providing a unique opportunity for students and other groups to experience the outback.
Values
A.B. Paterson College is an independent, non-denominational, co-educational school with a Christian ethos, and caters for students from Prep to Year 12.
The Values of A.B. Paterson College are underpinned by the finest values evident within Australian society and are supported by the Australian Government’s National Framework for Values Education in Australian Schools (2005).
Our Values give meaning and purpose to our lives, define the way in which we engage with each other, and guide us as we strive to achieve our Mission.
Excellence
We strive for excellence in all we do.
Care
We encourage active care and advocacy for all people of the world
Commitment
We commit to meaningful progress, standing firm in our values
Discover More
Our History
Testimonials
College Tours
Contact Us
10 A.B. Paterson Drive, Arundel, Gold Coast, Qld 4214
+61 7 5594 7947
abpat@abpat.qld.edu.au
A.B. Paterson College Foundation
DLPAC Event Bookings
Parent Portal
Careers
Enrol Now
Book a Tour
News & Events
Old Collegians
A.B. Paterson College acknowledges the Kombumerri People as Traditional Custodians of the land, sea, waterways, and skies in which we learn and play. We also pay our respects to elders, past, present, and emerging, and recognise their continuing connection to country and ways of learning.
© 2026 A.B. Paterson College
CRICOS PROVIDER NO. 00902F
site by
Digistorm
, a
Veracross
solution