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Where young people grow as artists, thinkers and confident contributors

At Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College, the Creative and Performing Arts are a vibrant part of College life and a powerful expression of who we are as a learning community. Through Music, Visual Arts and Drama, students explore ideas boldly, celebrate individuality, and use creativity as a meaningful way to understand themselves and the world around them.

From early learning through to senior pathways, students develop technical skill, artistic confidence and creative courage under the guidance of specialist teachers and accomplished tutors.

Shaped by curiosity, collaboration and creative problem-solving, these experiences nurture imagination, communication and confidence, supporting students to flourish as compassionate, creative individuals across all areas of school life.

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Students bring their creativity to life through Music, Visual Arts and Drama, building skill, confidence and a sense of community along the way

Music

Music at BTAC is expressive, inclusive and academically rich, with students building skills in performance, theory and ensemble work from Kindergarten to Year 12. Music is not simply studied, it is lived, shared and celebrated across the College.

Students are supported through:

  • A sequential classroom program from Kindergarten to Year 12, developing listening, rhythm, singing, performance and music literacy
  • Senior pathways in Music 1 and Music 2, supporting both emerging and experienced musicians
  • Peripatetic vocal and instrumental tuition (Preschool–Year 12) with specialist tutors
  • Middle and Senior School ensembles, including bands, vocal groups and drumline
  • Regular performance opportunities across College events and productions

Drama

Drama supports students to become confident communicators, collaborators and performers through practical, experiential learning.

Students engage in:

  • Improvisation, ensemble work and character development
  • Scripted performance and stagecraft
  • Set, costume and technical production experiences
  • Pathways from introductory Drama through to senior study

Ensembles & Co-curricular Programs

Collaborative music-making and creative clubs provide meaningful extension and performance opportunities.

Opportunities include:

  • Vocal ensembles, bands, contemporary groups and drumline
  • Leadership, teamwork and regular performance experiences

Visual Arts

Visual Arts at BTAC invites students to think creatively, explore ideas and express themselves with confidence through hands-on, concept-driven learning.

Students experience:

  • Visual Arts and Visual Design exploring drawing, painting, sculpture and design
  • Photographic and Digital Media, building skills in photography, editing and visual storytelling
  • Drawing Club, a relaxed lunchtime space for creative exploration
  • Opportunities to work with a wide range of materials, techniques and creative processes

Peripatetic Music Tuition

Students can access high-quality individual and small-group tuition led by specialist tutors who support technical skill and artistic confidence.

Tuition is available in:

  • Voice and a wide range of instruments
  • Available from Preschool to Year 12
  • Instrument hire available

Signature Creative & Performing Arts Events

Whole-College celebrations that bring creativity to life and showcase student achievement.

Key events include:

  • Junior School Production (P–4)
  • Middle and Senior School Production (Years 5–12)
  • Annual CAPA Showcase featuring a Visual Arts Exhibition and Performing Arts Concert

  • “Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College is more than a school for our family, it’s a community. With two children who have journeyed from preschool through to senior school, we’ve watched them grow in confidence, character and independence.

    Most importantly, they’ve become curious and courageous learners, willing to try new things in an environment where kindness, care and encouragement are part of everyday life.”

    Penny Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College Parent

  • “Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College is more than a school for our family, it’s a community. With two children who have journeyed from preschool through to senior school, we’ve watched them grow in confidence, character and independence.

    Most importantly, they’ve become curious and courageous learners, willing to try new things in an environment where kindness, care and encouragement are part of everyday life.”

    Penny Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College Parent

  • “Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College is more than a school for our family, it’s a community. With two children who have journeyed from preschool through to senior school, we’ve watched them grow in confidence, character and independence.

    Most importantly, they’ve become curious and courageous learners, willing to try new things in an environment where kindness, care and encouragement are part of everyday life.”

    Penny Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College Parent
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