Matthew Flinders Anglican College is one of Queensland's leading independent co-educational Prep - Year 12 schools, offering an education for excellence in learning and life. In 2023 the College was recognised nationally as the 'Primary School of the Year (Non-Government)' in the Australian Education Awards. The College vision is to be a dynamic learning community that provides students with an outstanding contemporary education to prepare them for tertiary study and beyond. Students at Flinders are supported to become empowered citizens with the character, desire and skills to make a positive contribution in the wider world. Founded in 1990, the College's strong academic reputation is a reflection of its students who are motivated to learn and excel, its experienced and passionate teachers who inspire curiosity and confidence, and an engaged and caring College community. In class and beyond, rich co-curricular programs are offered across the arts, drama, music, sport and service learning. Extension programs such as Advanced Mathematics, Music EDGE programs and the Flinders Elite Athlete Program challenge high-achieving students to reach their potential. Meanwhile, such opportunities as the international Round Square membership enable students to contribute to a better world. Located in Buderim at the heart of the Sunshine Coast and surrounded by rainforest, Flinders provides an impressive learning environment for students to excel. Outstanding College facilities include a state-of-the-art performance centre, aquatic centre and floodlit sports ovals, as well as an on-site farm, an outdoor classroom and guided nature walk. The College is investing in the campus with its Flinders Masterplan to provide new agile, contemporary learning spaces for its students. New College spaces include the state-of-the-art Infinity Centre, the Year 7 Precinct, the Flagship Centre for students in Years 5 and 6, and the Wonderarium learning centre in the Primary School.