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The Illuminate Community Challenge has once again brought an extraordinary buzz of creativity, connection, and student-driven innovation to Allegra School. Over five dynamic days, our students immersed themselves in an entrepreneurial, design-thinking experience that asked them to imagine, develop, and pitch a wellbeing and engagement initiative for our school community. As always, the week highlighted…

As we reach the midpoint of the Illuminate Community Challenge, there’s a strong sense of excitement, collaboration, and creative energy flowing through Allegra School. This immersive, week-long program, delivered in partnership with Illuminate Education Australia, has given students the chance to step beyond their usual classroom routines and explore innovative, real-world problem-solving. Through a series…

The Importance of Continuity in Learning As the year draws to a close, it can be tempting to start winding down early. However, the final weeks of the school year are some of the most important for student growth and wellbeing. Regular attendance provides structure, connection, and stability are the cornerstones of positive mental health…

At Allegra School we believe that education is so much more than knowledge transfer; it is about connection, growth, empowerment and transformation. On World Teachers’ Day we pause to honour the outstanding educators who bring our vision to life every day. Why World Teachers’ Day matters Across Australia, World Teachers’ Day is a moment to…

This October, Allegra joined communities across Australia in recognising Mental Health Awareness Month, embracing the national theme championed by the Black Dog Institute: “Promoting Better Mental Health for All.” Across two weeks, the Allegra community came together to focus on wellbeing, connection, and mindfulness through a series of activities, workshops, and creative sessions led by…

The term “special assistance school” is gaining traction throughout Australia, but what does it actually mean? Across the nation, independent special assistance schools are reshaping education for students who don’t fit into the mainstream systems. These schools are not about lowering expectations and are definitely not a ‘last resort’. What they are about is removing…

A Personalised Approach in Every Classroom At Allegra, learning support is not an add-on, it is part of how we ensure every student feels seen, heard, and empowered. With small classes of just 14 students, and a Learning Support Officer (LSO) in nearly every room, our students benefit from a unique level of personalised guidance.…

At Allegra, we believe learning comes alive when students are given the freedom to explore their voices, passions, and creative talents. This term, our Year 10 students have been doing just that by producing their own podcasts, experimenting with photography in art class, and visiting exhibitions at Yarrila Arts and Museum. These projects are more…

Rise & Shine: Celebrating Success Together At Allegra School, we believe success takes many forms and at our recent Rise & Shine Celebration Breakfast, this truth shone brightly. On Friday 5 September, students, staff, parents, carers, and community partners gathered upstairs at Allegra School Coffs Harbour to celebrate achievements both big and small, in ways…

World Suicide Prevention Day – September 10 What is World Suicide Prevention Day?Each year on September 10, communities across the globe mark World Suicide Prevention Day. It is a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and remind each other that reaching out can save lives. For young people especially, life can feel overwhelming at times—with…