Launceston College, Tasmania facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Launceston College
Launceston College main entrance
Address
107–119 Paterson Street Launceston, Tasmania Australia
Coordinates	41°26′23″S 147°07′58″E / 41.4398°S 147.1327°E / -41.4398; 147.1327
Information
Type	Government comprehensive senior college
Established	1913; 112 years ago (1913) as Launceston State High School
Status	Open
School district	Northern
Educational authority	Tasmanian Department for Education, Children and Young People
Oversight	Office of Tasmanian Assessment, Standards & Certification
Principal	Vicki Mackrill
Teaching staff	96.4 FTE (2019)
Years	11–12; optional Year 13
Enrolment	~1,200
Campus type	Regional urban area
Colour(s)	Black and gold

Launceston College is a government school in Launceston, Tasmania, Australia. It helps students get ready for university or jobs.

The college first opened in 1913 as Launceston State High School. Today, about 1,200 students attend. Most students are in Years 11 and 12. Some can also choose to study in Year 13. The school is run by the Tasmanian Department for Education, Children and Young People.

In 2019, there were 1,430 students. The current principal is Vicki Mackrill. The college also has a program for students from other countries.

About Launceston College

Launceston College is built on a site with a long history. It used to be the location of the Launceston Female Factory and Gaol. This old building was constructed in 1834. The site is now listed on the Tasmanian Heritage Register. This means it is an important historical place.

The school's name has changed over time. It started as Launceston State High School. In 1967, it became Launceston Matriculation College. Later, it was called Launceston Community College. This name showed that it offered many different subjects. These included both academic and job-focused courses. Finally, it became known as Launceston College.

Awesome School Facilities

The college campus is very large. It covers two city blocks. It has many great facilities for students.

• Sports Complex: There is a big gym. It includes a swimming pool, sauna, and spa. Students can also use two basketball courts. There is a rock climbing wall and a full weights gym. Squash courts are also available.
• Learning Spaces: The college has a training restaurant. It is set up like a real business. There is also an automotive workshop. This is where students can learn about cars.
• Media Studios: Students can learn about radio and TV. The college has its own FM radio station, LCFM. You can find it on 87.8 FM. It also streams online. There is also a television studio.

Fun Activities and Productions

Launceston College offers many extra activities. Students can join in stage productions every year. They put on popular musicals and plays.

Some past shows include:

• Rent (Schools Edition)
• Grease
• Flashdance
• Matilda
• In the Heights
• Rock of Ages
• Bring It On
• Aida
• Footloose (remake)
• Hairspray
• Seussical

The school also gives students chances to travel overseas. This helps them learn about other cultures.

School Leaders Through the Years

Launceston College has had many leaders since it opened. These leaders helped the school grow and change.

• Launceston State High School (1913–1966): The first headmaster was Raymond Orlando Maurice Miller.
• Launceston Matriculation College (1967–1979): L. E. Amos was the first principal under this new name.
• Launceston Community College (1984–1986): Alf L. Crawford was a principal during this period.
• Launceston College (1987–Present): Alf L. Crawford continued as principal. Vicki Mackrill has been the principal since 2018.

See also

• Australian Convict Sites
• Cascades Female Factory
• List of schools in Tasmania
• Education in Tasmania