Dance

Experiences in Dance allow our students to express themselves through movement and responding to music.

Dance Lessons

Fairholme Junior students from Kindy through to Year 6 participate in dance lessons with a specialist dance teacher for one term each year.

These weekly lessons focus on learning age-appropriate choreography and movement to the beat of fun, contemporary music covering a range of different styles of music and dance moves. 

Fairholme Physie Team

The Junior School offers girls the opportunity to be a member of our Fairholme Physie team. 'Physie' (also known as Physical Culture) is the combination of movements designed to increase strength, fitness and flexibility. It is a synchronised, team-based sport for all ages that's social, fun and an excellent low impact dance and aerobic activity.

Drama

Building confidence, developing dramatic flair and providing opportunities to perform are core elements in our Junior School Speech & Drama program.

As well as developing a student's knowledge and understanding of drama skills, drama allows learners to explore and understand their own social contexts, relationships, emotions and experiences.

Drama Lessons

Fairholme Junior students from Prep through to Year 6 participate in weekly drama lessons with a specialist teacher for one term each year.

Specialist Speech & Drama Tuition

Individual and paired (where applicable) tuition is offered for Speech & Drama.

Music

Music is an integral part of life at Fairholme Junior.

Weekly Music Lessons

Starting with our Kindy students and continuing through to Year 6, our students enjoy dynamic weekly Music lessons with a specialist music teacher. In these lessons, musical skills are developed and honed and the joy of making music is paramount.

Choral Music

All students in Prep to Year 6 are part of a Class Choir and receive a 30 minute lesson every week.

Additionally, Year 3 to 6 girls who enjoy singing are invited to join our Junior School Choir, Junior Chorale.

Bel Canto Voices is an auditioned small choir for girls in Years 5 to 6.

Instrumental Music

Fairholme Junior offers two years of tuition on an orchestral instrument, as part of the Junior School curriculum through our Year 2 String Program and Year 4 Band Program.

Bands and Ensembles

The Junior School offers girls the opportunity to be a member of the:

• Junior String Orchestra (Years 3-6)
• Junior Band (Years 5-6)
• Junior Chime Choir (Years 4-6)

Specialist Music Tuition

Individual and paired (where applicable) tuition is offered for:

• Instrumental Music - all instruments
• Piano
• Vocal Tuition - Fairholme Singing Studio
  

Visual Art

Students participate in a wide range of learning experiences that challenge their ability to think, create, respond and reflect on artworks.

Visual Art Lessons

Visual Art lessons are undertaken with a specialist teacher each week in our Junior School Art room for all year levels, Prep to Year 6.

Clubs and Activities

Junior students are encouraged to explore their creativity and develop new interests through a wide range of co-curricular opportunities offered each term. A variety of before, during, and after-school activities, clubs, and competitions allow students to express themselves, discover new passions, and build confidence in a supportive environment. 

Performance Opportunities

Our Junior School students enjoy a rich variety of opportunities to perform, celebrate their creativity, and build confidence on stage.

Each year, students participate in an exciting calendar of events, including:

• The annual Junior School Arts Showcase – featuring every student from Years 1 to 6.
• The Christmas Musical – a joyful highlight for our Kindy to Year 3 classes.
• The Toowoomba Eisteddfod – providing valuable performance experience in a competitive setting.
• College and community events – where students proudly share their talents beyond the classroom.
• Lunchtime concerts – offering relaxed, informal opportunities to perform for peers and family.
• Attendance at live, professional performances – inspiring students through exposure to high-quality productions.

In addition to these many opportunities, students may also choose to undertake AMEB or Trinity College examinations, further developing their musical and performance skills through recognised external pathways.