Enrolling your child in our School Chess Program is a wonderful way to spark their interest in a game that is both fun and intellectually challenging. Chess encourages strategic thinking, problem solving and concentration, while also providing students with an enjoyable social activity.
One of the unique aspects of chess is that no two games are ever the same. Each match presents new challenges and opportunities to think creatively, which keeps the game exciting and engaging for players of all ages. Students can also continue developing their skills by playing online.
To enrol a student please email chess@broadbeachss.eq.edu.au.
If your child does not wish to participate or you wish to add or change a day please email chess@broadbeachss.eq.edu.au.
Chess Program Term 1 2026
Monday Classes: Week 2 (2 February) to Week 9 (23 March) - 8 weeks
Friday Classes: Week 2 (6 February) to Week 9 (27 March) - 8 weeks
Junior Chess Program - Year 1 to Year 3
- Monday Morning - 7:30am – 8:30am - $85.00
- Friday Morning - 7:30am-8:30am - $85.00
Senior Chess Program - Year 4 - Year 6 - SENIOR CHESS IS FULLY BOOKED
- Monday Afternoon - 3:05pm – 4:05pm - $85.00
- Friday Afternoon - 3:05pm - 4:05pm - $85.00
Any queries please contact chess@broadbeachss.eq.edu.au.
Chess Tournament Term 1
Chess Tournament will be held on Wednesday 25 March in The James Centre. An Expression of Interest (EOI) has been sent out via SMS to chess participants please click I ALLOW or I DECLINE before Monday 23 March.
Details are as follows:
- Chess Tournament in the James Centre
- Wednesday 25 March
- Sausage Sizzle for Participating Students
- Tournament (3.15pm – 4.45pm)
- Junior rotation (Years 1-2)
- Senior rotation (Years 3-6)
- Presentations held at 4.30pm
The tournament is open to all students who have participated in chess classes during Term 1.
Any queries please contact chess@broadbeachss.eq.edu.au.
Chess Program Term 2 2026
Monday Classes: Week 2 (27 April) to Week 9 (15 June) - 7 weeks
Public Holiday Monday 4 May
Friday Classes: Week 2 (1 May) to Week 9 (19 June) - 8 weeks
Junior Chess Program - Year 1 to Year 3
- Monday Morning - 7:30am – 8:30am - $75.00 - Due to Public Holiday
- Friday Morning - 7:30am-8:30am - $85.00
Senior Chess Program - Year 4 - Year 6 - SENIOR CHESS IS FULLY BOOKED
- Monday Afternoon - 3:05pm – 4:05pm - $75.00 - Due to Public Holiday
- Friday Afternoon - 3:05pm - 4:05pm - $85.00
Any queries please contact chess@broadbeachss.eq.edu.au.
Junior Chess and Senior Chess Classes
At Broadbeach State School we conduct an extra-curricular Chess program.
Classes are tutored by Toby Davies. Classes are offered on the above days and times.
Playing chess is fun, and teaches planning and foresight.
Chess has the following positive benefits:
- Increases problem-solving skills
- Improves spatial skills
- Improves memory
- Exercises both sides of the brain
- Increases creativity
- Improves concentration
Classes are held in the Support Room behind the Library. Please see map for location.
