Located in the heart of the Gold Coast, Somerset College is one of Australia's leading independent Primary and Secondary education providers.
We are committed to developing engaged global citizens, aspiring to excellence, demonstrating integrity and valuing difference.
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To succeed, a child needs a great foundation. At Somerset College, we give students that foundation and set them on a path to achieving their best. We offer programmes from Pre-Prep to Year 12 and invite you to be part of the Somerset experience.
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College News
APS Volleyball Girls' Challenging Start
By Eleanor Amores, Coach - Open Girls Volleyball
Yes, APS Season 1 begun and our Open Girls Volleyball team played against the strongest APS Volleyball team - Emmanuel College! We may have lost the game (for now) given the tough competition but it has not dampened our spirits.
Bronze Duke of Edinburgh
By Avie Rounsley, Year 9 Andrews
Binna Burra, Mt Lamington National Park saw 20 self-sufficient students walk through it towards their first expedition for their Bronze Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award, 6 to 7 March 2021. The Award was launched at the College at the end of 2020 starting off strong with keen students eager to take on their Bronze Award and tackle the Adventurous Journey aspect with ease.
Senior School
Five Years Running for Veivers' Rowers
By Peer Richards, Head Coach - Rowing
Veivers holds on to the Roberts Family Trophy, after winning the Inter-House Regatta for a fifth year in a row at Bond on 27 March. The Rowing community was able to come together and see the athletes race for the first time this year, creating an exciting day and a great event for the Rowing programme.
Junior School
Junior Band
By Alana Agnew, Alvina Shen, Year 5M and Year 6G
The Junior Band rehearses each Monday afternoon from 3.30pm to 4.30pm performing small concerts throughout the year and also at events, such as Scholars’ Day. All students in Years 5 and 6 who play woodwind, brass or percussion are welcome.