Two Queensland schools have joined forces with a new initiative set to improve science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) curriculums for hundreds of students.
Recognising the power of shared knowledge, Suncoast Christian College (SCC) recently welcomed representatives from Heights College to its newly opened Primary Precinct. The visit offered an opportunity to exchange ideas and develop a robust STEM curriculum through meaningful collaboration.
Suncoast Christian College is a Prep to Year 12 Christian co-educational College with pre-kindy and kindergarten, located in Woombye on Queensland’s Sunshine Coast.
The school’s new STEM initiative includes the loan of advanced STEM technology, meaning that resources such as EV3 robots, Sphero SPRK+ and Edison V2 devices are shared, rather than left idle between cycles. Heights College can borrow these cutting-edge tools, allowing them to experiment with the technology without a significant financial output.

Adam King is Head of Emerging Technologies at SCC and says that, in the fast-evolving world of STEM education, collaborative approaches help schools innovate more effectively.
“By sharing resources and curriculum insights, we’re creating opportunities for mutual learning and technological advancement.’ The partnership extends to sharing curriculum planning and documentation,” he says.
“This collaborative approach supports Heights College in developing a STEM program that meets their specific student needs. We’re creating a practical, sustainable model that supports educational innovation.”
The meeting of minds took place in SCC’s newly opened Primary Precinct, designed by m3architecture. The facility was recently named joint category winner in the 2024 Learning Environments Queensland Chapter Awards, recognised for its forward-thinking design which supports SCC’s collaborative ‘team-teaching’ model. Flexible, open-plan spaces, natural light and specialised areas like maker spaces and creative hubs ensure students benefit from adaptable and inspiring learning environment.
“By sharing our resources and knowledge, we’re advancing STEM education through meaningful collaboration,” says Liana Simpson, Acting Deputy Head of Suncoast Primary.
“These technologies are most valuable when actively used, driving innovation across our educational community.”