At Sheldon College, we believe that excellence is never an accident - it is the result of aspiration, dedication, and a shared belief that when you set high standards, the extraordinary is possible. Our recent national awards reflect the strength of our strategic vision, the depth of our educational programs, and the passion of our people.
From world-class performing arts and innovative teaching practices to outstanding primary education and an exceptional workplace culture, these accolades affirm what our community already knows: Sheldon College continues to lead with purpose, inspire with vision, and achieve with heart.
Australian Education Awards 2025 Excellence Awardee – Primary School of the Year (Non-Government)
Sheldon College is proud to be recognised as an Excellence Awardee for Primary School of the Year – Non-Government at the 2025 Australian Education Awards. This national honour celebrates our commitment to nurturing a vibrant, inclusive, and academically rigorous primary learning environment. With a strong focus on wellbeing, curiosity, and foundational skills, our Primary College empowers students to thrive – academically, socially, and emotionally – from their earliest years of learning. This award is a testament to the passion and expertise of our educators, and to the strength of the relationships that underpin every child’s success.
Australian Education Awards 2025 Excellence Awardee – Best School Strategic Plan
Sheldon College has also been recognised as an Excellence Awardee for Best School Strategic Plan in the 2025 Australian Education Awards. Our strategic plan is driven by a bold vision and an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement. It articulates a clear roadmap for innovation, academic excellence, student wellbeing, and authentic community engagement. This recognition affirms the College’s capacity to lead with foresight, purpose, and integrity - ensuring that our goals are more than aspirations; they are lived realities for students, staff, and families.
The Educator’s 5-Star Employers of Choice – 2025
Sheldon College is proud to be recognised as one of The Educator’s 5-Star Employers of Choice for 2025, affirming our commitment to fostering a positive, purposeful, and professionally rewarding workplace culture. This national recognition highlights the College’s dedication to staff wellbeing, ongoing professional development, collaborative leadership, and meaningful recognition. We believe that when educators are supported and inspired, students flourish - and this award reflects our deep investment in the people who make Sheldon College an extraordinary place to work and learn.
2025 APATA National Award – Performing Arts School of the Year
Sheldon College is honoured to receive the 2025 Performing Arts School of the Year Award from the Australian Performing Arts Teachers Association (APATA). This prestigious national accolade celebrates the College’s commitment to world-class arts education, where creativity, discipline, and self-expression are nurtured at every stage of a student’s journey. Through our Arts Program, immersive performance opportunities, and industry partnerships, Sheldon College continues to set the benchmark for excellence in the performing arts, inspiring the next generation of storytellers, musicians, dancers, and creatives.
Sheldon College - Home of the Redlands Coast Eagles
As the proud home of the Redlands Coast Eagles Netball Club, Sheldon College is committed to supporting the development of elite netball talent in our region. The Redlands Coast Eagles is a dynamic franchise competing in Queensland’s premier netball competition, the HART Sapphire Series.
This partnership reflects a shared vision for excellence in sport, providing valuable opportunities for student-athletes, club players, and the wider Redlands community. With a focus on player and coach development, the collaboration includes access to Sheldon College’s state-of-the-art training facilities, joint development sessions, and community engagement programs.
Through this ongoing relationship, Sheldon College continues to invest in high-performance sport while fostering strong community connections and inspiring the next generation of athletes.
Supporting the next generation of athletes
Sheldon College is proud to be the home of Redlands Little Athletics, with our world-class athletics facility hosting the club’s weekly meets throughout the 2025/26 season.
From August to March, young athletes across the region will gather on Wednesday evenings and Saturday afternoons to train, compete, and grow their skills in a supportive community environment. As part of this collaboration, Sheldon College students can also access discounted memberships, further encouraging participation and development in grassroots sport.
This partnership reflects our ongoing commitment to nurturing athletic talent and providing meaningful opportunities for young people in the Redlands to thrive - on and off the track.
Selection as a Tennis Australia National Talent Hub
Sheldon College is proud to have been selected as a Tennis Australia National Talent Hub - one of only three school-based Hubs in the country and the sole school-based Hub in Greater Brisbane.
This prestigious designation reflects our commitment to excellence in junior tennis development, with support from Tennis Australia enhancing our program through direct funding and exclusive professional development programs. Under the leadership of Head Coach Jake Alchin, our tennis program continues to grow in strength and reputation, with ongoing opportunities for students to learn, train and compete at the highest level.
As a National Talent Hub, Sheldon College is uniquely positioned to support aspiring tennis players to achieve their extraordinary - on the court and beyond.
The Educator’s 5-Star Innovative School Award – 2024
In 2024, Sheldon College was named one of The Educator’s 5-Star Innovative Schools, joining a select group of Australian schools recognised for pioneering educational practice. This accolade celebrates our commitment to reimagining teaching and learning through technology, research-informed pedagogy, and student-centred design. From our Future Thinking and Entrepreneurship programs to immersive digital learning experiences, innovation at Sheldon College is purposeful, impactful, and grounded in our belief that the future of education belongs to those bold enough to shape it.