Queensland Government Schools

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Queensland Government Schools
School Profile Handbook
Contents
My choice
Welcome
The Queensland Government
welcomes international
students...
Queensland is renowned for its world-class education
system and is delighted to offer international students
the opportunity to be part of the fastest growing
economy in Australia.
High School Preparation
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Graduate
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Primary
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Study Abroad
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International Baccalaureate
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My experience
Homestay
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Student Support
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Healthy Lifestyle
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Education Queensland International (EQI)
is the Queensland Government’s dedicated team of
professionals that specialise in managing the needs of
international students and their families.
My future
Queensland Government schools provide students with
the best choice of pathways, enabling them to achieve
their academic, career and personal development goals
in a supportive and healthy environment.
School profiles
Safety, academic excellence, natural beauty, competitive
living costs and a healthy outdoor lifestyle make
Queensland the best choice for an overseas study
experience.
We look forward to welcoming
you to Queensland!
The Queensland Education System
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Brisbane
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Cairns
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Gold Coast
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Toowoomba
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Glossary of Abbreviations62
EQI Holiday Adventure Programs
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Destinations
Sunshine Coast
Cairns
Jan - Mar
Apr - Jun
Jul - Sep
Jan - Mar
Apr - Jun
Jul - Sep
Oct - Dec
Oct - Dec
28C-27C
25C-21C
21C-24C
25C-28C
21 -19
17 -11
9 -13
15C-20C
32C-30C
29C-26C
25C-28C
29C-31C
23C-21C
21C-15C
17 C-18C
20C-23C
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DaRwin
Cairns
Atherton
Brisbane
Townsville
PERTH
SYDNEY
ADELAIDE
AUSTRALIA
MELBOURNE
Yeppoon
QUEENSLAND
Gladstone
HOBART
Hervey Bay
Sunshine Coast
Student Experience
“I had so much fun on my school holidays
because I could see so many other
places in Australia with my friends. My
parents were happy because it was
so safe and the teachers were very
caring. It was wonderful!”
Mariana Ferrer from Mexico
BRISBANE
Sunshine
Coast
Toowoomba
Brisbane
Gold Coast
Toowoomba
Gold
Coast
International Airport
Brisbane
Jan - Mar
Apr - Jun
Jul - Sep
Oct - Dec
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30 -28
27 -22
22 -25
27C-29C
21C-20C
17C-11C
9C-14C
16C-20C
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Gold Coast
Jan - Mar
Apr - Jun
Jul - Sep
Oct - Dec
28 -27
25 -21
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21 -23
25C-27C
21C-20C
18C-13C
12C-15C
16C-20C
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Choose Your Destination
Queensland Government Schools are located
in many exciting locations throughout the
state. Students can choose to study in modern,
sophisticated cities, relaxed countryside and
coastal communities, close to national parks,
rainforests, reefs, and some of the world’s most
beautiful beaches. Three international and several
domestic airports provide convenient access to
get students anywhere they want to be!
Toowoomba
Jan - Mar
Apr - Jun
Jul - Sep
Oct - Dec
27C-25C
23C-15C
16C-21C
24C-27C
17 -15
12 -9
6 -8
11C-16C
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Student Experience
“It was the most amazing time of my life.
My family was just so wonderful and
integrated me like a part of their family.
They made my time in Australia so good
for me.”
Carina Thomys from Germany
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Programs
Education Queensland International’s (EQI’s) High
School Preparation (HSP) program is an intensive English
language program that prepares students for mainstream
high school studies.
Students develop their English proficiency, academic
language and study skills required for subjects such as
mathematics, science, technology, studies of society and
environment, and literature.
Primary
EQI has several schools that offer programs for primary
school students. All international students receive
support from dedicated teachers as they participate in
regular classroom activities.
All students receive additional English support throughout
their course of study.
Student requirements: Students must live with a parent or blood
relative for the duration of
the enrolment
Program length: Minimum 6 months to 4 years
Age range: 6–12 years
School year level: Years 1–7
Visa requirements: Student visa
Program entry: Years 1–7
The HSP program features:
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10 - week modules
Maximum of 18 students per class
25 hours of instruction per week
Shool integration
Qualified English teachers.
Program length:
Age range:
Visa requirements: Program entry: 10–40 weeks*
13–18 years
Student Visa
Students may enrol at the beginning of any school term.
* Depending on student’s English level.
Graduate
The Graduate program is designed for students seeking
to graduate high school in Queensland and qualify for
tertiary study in Australia or abroad.
Students can choose from over 50 schools throughout
Queensland. Each school provides the highest standard
of teaching and care, and also offers specialised courses
in sports, arts and languages.
Students who successfully complete Years 11 and 12
will receive the internationally recognised Queensland
Certificate of Education (QCE).
Program length: Age range: School year level: Visa requirements: Program entry: Minimum 1.5 years to 2 years
12–18 years
Years 8–12
Student Visa
Years 8–11
Study Abroad
The Study Abroad program is a high school experience
providing opportunities to pursue personal, cultural and
academic goals.
Students integrate into the school community to improve
their English proficiency and learn about Australian
culture, before returning home to continue their studies.
Study in Queensland is validated by several education
systems abroad.*
Program length: Age range: School year level: Visa requirements: Travel: Program entry: 1–3 terms or 1 academic year.
12–18 years
Years 8–12
Student Visa
As per EQI’s travel policy
Students may enrol at the beginning
of any school term
*EQI recommends that students verify credit recognition in their home country
before enrolment.
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma program
is a world recognised curriculum available in selected
Queensland schools.*
On successful completion of Years 11 and 12, students are
awarded the QCE in addition to an IB Diploma.
Students wishing to enrol in the IB program should have
achieved high academic results in a range of subjects prior
to entry.
Program length: Age range: School level: Visa requirements: Travel policy: Program entry: 1 semester, 1 academic year or the
2-year diploma course.
15–18 years
Years 11 and 12
Student visa
As per EQI’s travel policy
Semester 1 (January) or
Semester 2 (July)
*Additional fees apply.
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My experience
Homestay
Student support
Queensland Government schools understand the needs of
international students and have a special support team at
each school
›› International Student Coordinator: provides academic and
pastoral guidance to international students
›› Homestay Coordinator: organises placement and ensures
students have an enjoyable homestay experience
›› Guidance Officer: provides specialist counselling and
advice on academic pathways, career options and
personal wellbeing.
24 hour care
All international students have 24-hour emergency assistance
and multilingual support available.
Homestay
A highlight of Queensland Government school programs is
the excellent homestay available to students 14 years and
over.*
Your family away from home
Homestay provides students with a caring and safe family
environment in which to live while they study. Living with an
Australian family enables students to fully engage in school
and family life, and to quickly improve their English skills.
All families have been carefully selected by the schools
and assessed before being certified with a governmentauthorised permit (Blue Card) to host international students.
Homestay includes:
›› 3 meals per day, 7 days per week
›› student’s own bedroom with study facilities
›› assistance to find transport to and from school.
Airport pick-up is provided free of charge to all international
students arriving in Queensland for the first time.
* Students under 14 years must live with a parent or blood relative.
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Healthy lifestyle
Queensland enjoys Australia’s best climate, and is known
for its active outdoor lifestyle that allows students a wide
range of activities. Students can be part of the vibrant music
and arts scene, or enjoy weekend activities involving sport,
relaxation or adventure.
Close to nature
International visitors and Australians alike are attracted to
Queensland’s natural beauty.
Queensland offers extensive city parklands, beautiful surf
beaches, pristine rainforests, the world-famous Great Barrier
Reef and Australia’s amazing outback.
No matter where you’re studying, you are sure to enjoy
Queensland’s unique natural environments.
Facilities
Government schools have undergone an Australian
Government initiative to enhance facilities. New school
buildings and classrooms place Queensland Government
schools amongst the most modern institutions in the
world servicing international students, with programs
and facilities that cater for their education, health and
wellbeing.
Facilities include:
›› international student centres
›› school halls
›› science and computer laboratories
›› resource centres
›› sports fields
›› cafeterias
›› English as a second language (ESL) support.
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My future
The Queensland education system
Employment
TAFE Queensland
University
High school
Primary school
Senior high school for 2 years (Years 11–12)
Junior high school for 3 years (Years 8–10)
Primary school for 8 years (Preparatory–Year 7)
Academic pathways
Successful completion of Years 11 and 12 leads to the QCE,
an internationally recognised high school qualification.
Students can choose from a wide range of universities,
private colleges and vocational training institutions (TAFE),
where most students receive their first choice of tertiary
study.
School term dates*
2013
2014
2015
2016
Term 1
23 Jan – 30 March
27 Jan – 11 April
22 Jan – 2 April
22 Jan – 24 March
Term 2
10 April – 22 June
17 April – 4 July
13 April – 19 June
4 April – 9 June
Term 3
9 July – 21 Sept
21 July – 26 Sept
6 July – 11 Sept
27 June – 9 Sept
Term 4
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2
8 Oct – 14 Dec
*Dates tentative at publication
13 Oct – 12 Dec
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28 Sept – 11 Dec
4
26 Sept – 9 Dec
2013 – Year 12 students finish on 22 November. Year 10 and 11 students finish on 29 November.
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School hours
School hours are usually from 9 am to 3 pm, Monday to Friday.
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My experience
Why study in Queensland?
The top 10 reasons for choosing Queensland
1. Exceptional support
2. Great climate for outdoors
3. Competitive cost of living
4. Homestay monitored and arranged by schools
5. School-arranged and monitored homestay
6. Free airport pick-up
7. Excellent ratio of Australian to international
students
8. Must-see local attractions
9. Wide range of subjects
10. Flexible study plan
11. Friendly and healthy lifestyle
Elite programs
These programs are taught at a high level and may
require students to have previous experience in the
subject area. Students may be required to audition
for these programs by providing evidence through
coaching letters, videos and certificates to verify
levels of experience. Additional fees are usually
associated with this type of program.
Special programs
Special programs are unique subject offerings that
can be studied at a particular school or region.
Students usually do not need to qualify or pay any
extra costs to participate in these programs. Many
schools may offer special programs in the areas of
science, languages, mathematics and sports.
Extracurricular activities
Extracurricular activities are activities available to
students outside the normal curriculum of school
education. All international schools offer a wide range
of activities such as choirs, public speaking, sporting
teams and school trips.
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Brisbane
... a modern international city
About Brisbane
The capital of Queensland, Brisbane is a modern, diverse city that offers a
perfect blend of lively city life and relaxed friendly lifestyle. With a culturally
diverse population of nearly two million people, Brisbane is Australia’s third
largest city behind Sydney and Melbourne.
It is serviced by a convenient public transport system, which includes an
extensive ferry system that helps you make the most of this ‘river city’. There
are world‑class sporting venues, cultural precincts, beautiful parks and
festivals all year round that make living in Brisbane exciting and rewarding.
Many visitors come for the excellent climate, even more stay for the lifestyle!
Places of interest
Brisbane
Some of Brisbane’s many places of interest include:
• Southbank Parklands – featuring a riverbank
promenade, city beach, waterways, themed
attractions, cafes, restaurants and many
international events
• Queensland Cultural Presinct – including the Queensland Art Gallery (QAG) and the Gallery of
Modern Art (GoMA), Queensland Museum (QM),
State Library and the Queensland Performing
Arts Complex (QPAC)
• Mount Coot-tha summit lookout – the best view of
Brisbane can be seen from this lookout.
Tertiary education providers in
the Brisbane region
• Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
• The University of Queensland (UQ)
• Griffith University
• Central Queensland University (CQU)
• Australian Catholic University (ACU)
• The Bremer Institute of TAFE
• Brisbane North Institute of TAFE
• Metropolitain South Institute of TAFE
• Southbank Institute of Technology
Highlights
• Brisbane is the capital city of one of Australia’s fastest
growing state economies.
• In 2008, Loughborough University classified Brisbane as a global city in its Globalization and World Cities
Research Network.
• Brisbane is just one hour’s drive to beautiful Gold
Coast and Sunshine Coast beaches
• Brisbane is the largest Australian provider of the
multimillion dollar digital games and biomedical
industries.
• The city has extensive experience in the film, television
and aviation industries. Large movie productions are
filmed at Warner Brothers film studios.
• Brisbane is also home to a key Boeing Aircraft facility.
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Brisbane schools
Brisbane to Sunshine Coast
approx 100km - 1 hrs
Burpengary
Burpengary SS
Deception Bay
North Lakes SC
Redcliffe
Mango HIll
Bruce Highway
Brisbane
Murrumba
Downs
Strathpine
Brisbane
Bald HIlls
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Craigslea SHS
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Kedron SHS
BRISBANE
AIRPORT
Ferny Grove
Ferny Grove SHS
Mitchelton SHS
Mitchelton SS
Kelvin Grove SC
The Gap SHS
Gordon
Park
Balmoral SHS
Albion
Windsor
The Gap
Milton
CBD
Murrarie
South
Brisbane
Indooroopilly SHS
Kenmore SHS
Whites Hill SC
Yeronga SHS
Carindale
Kenmore
Centenary SHS
Yerongpilly
JIndalee
Capalaba
Cavendish Road SHS
Mount Gravatt SHS
Corinda
Jindalee SS
Manly
Brisbane SHS
Alexandra Hills SHS
Salisbury
Corinda SHS
Cleveland District SHS
Nyanda SHS
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Sunnybank
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Sunnybank Hills
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Brisbane to Toowoomba
approx 126 km – 1.5 hrs
Cleveland
otorway
Brisbane to Gold Coast
approx 89 km – 45 mins
KEY
(SHS) State high school
Suburb
Main road
(SS) State primary school
Airport
Train line
(SC) State college
HSP
IB
CBD
Central Business
District
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Alexandra Hills State High School
Year established Number of students Street address
1987
1400
Windemere Rd, Alexandra Hills
QLD 4161, Australia
Brisbane
Alexandra Hills State High School is set amid native
vegetation with our own resident koalas. Our school
provides a quality education in a technology-rich
enviroment, where students are both challenged and
supported. Experienced, highly qualified teachers work
individually with students of all ability levels, and students
are well supported by excellent facilities and equipment. As
a member of the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy
(QMEA), our students benefit from industry experience and
scholarships.
Three reasons to choose
Alexandra Hills State High School:
•Well established, welcoming school in a
natural bushland setting
•High level of student support provided by a
professional team
•Richness of school life supported by
extracurricular activities
Special programs
School facilities
Languages
•Mentoring program for high
achieving students
•Outstanding Dance program
•Industry placement on certificate
courses such as Automotive,
Hospitality, Children’s Services,
and Aged Care and Fitness
•Automotive workshop
•Large dance studios
•Film and television editing suite
•Sport courts, gym and
swimming pool
•Science laboratory for senior
investigations
•Purpose-built language centre
•German
•Italian
•Japanese
•Rocket Club (science)
•Dance troupes
•International Club
•Music ensembles
•Debating and public speaking
•Environment Club
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Phone
+61 7 3820 1444
Fax
+61 7 3820 1400
Website alexhills.eq.edu.au
Tertiary pathways
•Access to Queensland Minerals
and Energy Academy (QMEA)
scholarships
•Direct entry to Metropolitain
South Institute of TAFE diploma
courses
•Griffith University
scholarship program
•Southbank Institute of
Technology diploma courses
Balmoral State High School
1959
500
Cnr Thynne Rd and Lytton Rd,
Morningside QLD 4170, Australia
Balmoral State High School offers students ‘Real
Opportunities, Real Outcomes and Real Futures’. Our
school enjoys a reputation for genuine excellence
in quality education. The school is located five
kilometres from the Brisbane’s central business
district, situated in the leafy green eastern suburbs
adjacent to the relaxed precinct of Oxford Street,
Bulimba. Our school is one of only six selected
Queensland schools in a partnership with Boeing
Australia Limited. This partnership delivers a focus on
science, technology, business and enterprise.
Phone +61 7 3832 8588
Fax
+61 7 3823 8500
Email: [email protected]
Website balmoralshs.eq.edu.au
Balmoral State High School:
•Gateway Aerospace School in partnership with
Boeing Australia Limited, The University of
Queensland and Griffith University
•2010 QETI Winner – Outstanding International
Student Support. Support and integration, with
structured orientation and ongoing opportunities to
build friendships with Australian students
•Relationships-focused, individually tailored and
flexible programs with small classes
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Boeing Enterprise Team
(business excellence)
•Common Thread an annual
student multimedia arts project/
performance
•Cheerleading
•Instrumental program
•Writers’ Club
•School camps – senior Biology/
Chemistry (scuba diving)
•University of Queensland – direct
entry partnership for Aerospace
Studies, Engineering
•Griffith University partner school
•Traineeships and apprenticeships
Special programs
•Aerospace
•Film and Television
•Fine Arts and Photography
•Dance and Drama Studies
•Hospitality and Tourism
•Music-concert band, stage
band, instrumental tuition
•Recreation Studies
School facilities
•Industry standard science facility
•Creative arts precinct
•Dance and drama studio
•Industry standard
hospitality facilities
•Modern library and
resource centre
Brisbane
Languages
•Italian
•Japanese
•Mentored external–virtual
classes in German, French,
Vietnamese, Chinese
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Brisbane State High School
1921
2025
150 Vulture St, South Brisbane
QLD 4101, Australia
Brisbane State High School is a selective-entry high school
whose graduates comprise a large portion of Brisbane’s
leading academic and business communities. Brisbane
State High School aims to empower the individual to strive
for excellence in the pursuit of their goals by providing them
with multiple opportunities to excel in academic, cultural
and sporting arenas.
Brisbane
Special programs
•Aerospace studies – direct entry
into University of Queensland
and Queensland University of
Technology
•Built Environment – university
scholarships from architectural
firm
•English Extension
•Built Environment – Thomas
Adsett partnership – real-life
architectural mentoring and
experience
•Fast Track Mathematics
•Fast track Science
•Music programs – instrumental,
symphony orchestra, concert
band and concert and chamber
choirs
•Drama, dance, vocal and
stage productions
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Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 32914111
+61 7 32914100
brisbaneshs.eq.edu.au
Brisbane State High School:
•Selective entry, commitment to excellence
in academic, cultural and sporting activities
•Focus on university entry
•The only state school that competes in the
prestigious statewide sporting competitions of
Greater Public School Association (GPS) and the
Queensland Girls’ Secondary Schools Sports
Association (QGSSSA)
•Sporting competition within the
GPS and QGSSSA
School facilities
•Business education centre
•Performing arts and
music complex
•Science laboritories
•Visual arts study
•Technology and design centre
•Indoor sports centre, general
purpose oval and sporting fields
•Rowing shed
Tertiary pathways
•Access to Queensland
Minerals and Energy
Academy scholarships
•Direct entry to Metropolitain
South Institute of TAFE diploma
courses
scholarship program
Technology diploma courses
•University of Queensland
Unimathematics
•Queensland University of
Technology Engineering
•Griffith University partnership
school
•Business certificates
Languages
•French
•Italian
•German
•Modern Greek
•Japanese
Cavendish Road State High School
1952
1263
Cnr Holland Rd and Cavendish Rd,
Holland Park QLD 4121, Australia
Cavendish Road State High School embodies the proud traditions
of one of Brisbane’s first public high schools while showcasing
advanced facilities, including the only bioscience centre in an
Australian school. Students enjoy an extensive range of subjects,
including exclusive accelerated academic and sporting excellence
programs. Situated in the leafy inner southern suburbs, the school
is close to universities, Brisbane’s central business district and
major shopping centres. Public transport is readily available, with
students enrolling from across the southern and bayside suburbs.
Cavendish Road’s motto, ‘Nil Sine Pulvere’ ‘Nothing Without
Effort’, is reflected in our core values of courtesy, cooperation,
consideration and commitment.
Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 3394 0777
+61 7 3394 0700
cavroadshs.eq.edu.au
Cavendish Road State High School:
•University subjects taught in school
•Programs for gifted students, including
science, mathematics and music extension
•Academies for Football Excellence, with
partners in Australia’s A-League
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Brisbane Academy of Science,
offering guaranteed university
entry on completion, including
Bachelor of Biomedical Science
•Accelerated Honours in
Mathematics Academy program,
offering guaranteed second-year
university entry upon completion
•Academy – Science and
Mathematics
•Sporting Academy programs –
football (soccer),
league, touch football, netball
•Drum line
•Kokoda Challenge
•Opti-MINDS
•Variety of bands
•Queensland Music Festival
•Specialised academic
pathways to university
delivered at school
• University of Queensland:
credit recognition program in
Mathematics
•Griffith University guaranteed
entry programs in Mathematics
and Science including
Biomedical Science
(pre-medical degree)
•Study at University program
offered by local universities
Special programs
•Design course
•Academy – Performance Music
•Music Extension program
Mathematics program, with
advanced credit in related degree
programs on completion
School facilities
•Kinesiology and
bioscience facility
•Specialist music rooms
•Fully equipped gymnasium
•Only Australian secondary school
to have nationally accredited
Academy program in touch
football
•Only Queensland secondary
school to have Asia B
coaching licence
•Photography darkroom
Brisbane
Languages
•German
•Japanese
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Centenary State High School
1999
1138
1 Moolanda St, Jindalee
QLD 4074, Australia
Brisbane
Centenary State High School is an innovative academic school
located in the leafy western suburbs of Brisbane. We are
dedicated to supporting students to meet high expectations
and to excel academically through high standards of teaching
and opportunities for acceleration, including an extensive
university links program. Students take part in a wide range
of cultural, sporting and extracurricular activities in both the
world-class school facilities and the community, consistently
winning awards for their performances. Our students receive
individual support and care as they strive for excellence.
Centenary State High School:
•Academic extension with direct
university links
•State-of-the-art world-class facilities in a
natural bush setting
•Excellence programs in the Arts, science and
Business
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Pursuit of Excellence program –
acceleration opportunities
•Specialist Mandarin – Confucius
Classroom program
•Highly acclaimed Instrumental
Music Program
•Specialist soccer and futsal
programs
•Musical/Stage Production
•University of Queensland Science
Ambassadors’ Program
•Many school camps, including
Biology, Music, Geography, plus
Year 11 Camp for all students
•Centenary Rowing Club
•School musical productions
•Wide range of school sports
•Award winning school bands
•University of Queensland –
Enhanced Studies - Chemistry
•START Queensland University of
Technology – Business,
Journalism, Mathematics
•Head Start University of Southern
Queensland – various subjects
•University credit subjects in Year 12
•Queensland University of Technology
– Confucius Institute
Immersion Programs
Special programs
•Laptop program (Years 8–11)
•Business Simulation program
•Individualised Golf Excellence
program
•Asian Learning Centre
•Training opportunities in stage
lighting and sound
•Marine and aquatic Practices
(boat licence, canoeing, fishing)
•In-class certificate courses
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Phone
+61 7 3373 4555
Fax
+61 7 3373 4500
Website centenaryshs.eq.edu.au
School facilities
•Industry standard arts theatrette
and auditorium
•World class indoor sports centre
•Specialist dance studio, music
rooms, film and television suite
•Modern library/IT centre – heart
of the school
•IT connectivity throughout school
Languages
•Chinese (Mandarin)
•German
Cleveland District State High School
Phone
+61 7 3824 9222
Fax
+61 7 3824 9200
Website clevdistshs.eq.edu.au
1956
1370
Russell St, Cleveland
QLD 4163, Australia
Cleveland District State High School is an established school
with caring staff devoted to the creation of a safe, supportive
environment where all students are valued, individual
differences are respected, and international students are
welcomed. We build positive, meaningful relationships within
the school and the wider community.
Cleveland District State High School prepares students to
meet the future by promoting the all-round development of
each student through the equitable provision of a wide range
of academic, vocational, cultural, sporting and citizenship
opportunities. Students have access to flexible pathways, and
are encouraged to pursue every opportunity available to them
to develop as young people.
Cleveland District State High School:
•Excellence programs in the Arts, scientific
research and Bayside Sport Academy
•Accredited with Council of International
Schools
•An extensive and accomplished music program
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Excellence program in the
Creative Arts
•Excellence program in languages
•Confucius Classrooms
•Excellence program in football
•Excellence program in volleyball
and touch football
•Tours – cultural exchange to
Europe, skiing in the Snowy
Mountains, Vanuatu exchange,
marine studies on Lady
Elliot Island
•Choir
•Dance team
•Rocket Club
•Griffith University, University of
Queensland and Queensland
University of Technology – early
admission, early enrolment
•Griffith University Conservatorium
of Music – early enrolment
Special programs
•Marine Studies
•Agriculture, Animal Husbandry
Agricultural Mechanics
•Film and New Media
•Individualised English as a
second language tutoring
•Science Research and Technology
•Surfing
•Sport Officiating
School facilities
Brisbane
Languages
•French
•Japanese
•Mandarin
•Language laboratory
•Videoconferencing facilities
•Gymnasium
•School farm
•Creative arts precinct
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Corinda State High School
1960
1600
46 Pratten St, Corinda
QLD 4075, Australia
Corinda State High School develops young people who can
participate in a dynamic society, take responsibility, engage in
lifelong learning, and contribute to the stewardship of the earth.
Our vision is to exceed all expectations with the following
values: personal excellence, curiosity, inclusivity, self-worth and
resilience, and an orderly learning environment.
Our competitive advantage is that we have:
- an academic coach to assist every student to achieve personal
excellence
- exceptional teachers
- strong leadership that is shared
- one caring adult connecting with every student
- many and varied pathways
- school of choice for science innovation.
Brisbane
Special programs
•Strong focus and recognised
success in mathematics, science
and accounting programs
•Excellence in Arts (dance, drama
and visual arts)
•Business and IT programs
providing multiple pathways
•Innovative prevocational programs
in hospitality, fashion and
industrial arts
•Qantm College Multimedia
Certificate III
•Innovative Agricultural Science
program with a working farm
•Chess Club
•Dance troupes
•International Club
•Music ensembles
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Phone +61 7 3379 0222
Fax
+61 7 3379 6958
Website corindashs.eq.edu.au
Corinda State High School:
•Strong academic focus, broad range of
curriculum offerings, immersion classes in
Art, Music and IT
•Accelerated pathways to university study
•Central location, safe environment, and a
caring and friendly community
•Year 11 leadership camp
•Range of academic competitions
School facilities
•Agricultural learning centre and
working farm
•Dance, drama and art studios
•Indoor gymnasium and
sports centre
•Modern library catering for needs
of curriculum and
student interests
•Industrial arts facilities
•State-of-the-art kitchens
•Fully equipped presentation
facilities and multimedia rooms
•Science innovation centre
•Healthy choices
self-serve canteen
Tertiary pathways
•University Enhanced Studies
program – linked to University
of Queensland, Queensland
University of Technology,
University of Southern Queensland
and Griffith University to study
undergraduate degree subjects
(Year 11)
•Links with Queensland
Conservatorium of Music and
Queensland College of Art
Languages
•French
•Japanese
•Spanish
•German
Craigslea State High School
1975
840
Hamilton Rd, West Chermside
QLD 4132, Australia
Craigslea State High School has an excellent reputation
for high academic standards, with a genuine commitment
among staff, students and homestay families to ensure
our international students enjoy the highest quality study
experience. We are centrally located close to the city, with
easy access to both the Sunshine and Gold Coasts.
Craigslea has a long established international program,
with past students having very high satisfaction levels with
teachers and homestay families (100% of past students say
that they would recommend the program).
Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 3326 5222
+61 7 3326 5200
craigsleshs.eq.edu.au
Craigslea State High School:
•Personalised academic and language teaching
and support
•Leading Science programs including specialist
Marine Biology programs visiting the
Great Barrier Reef
•Extensive Music Performance program,
including tours
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Volleyball Academy
•Classroom Music to Year 12
•Extension Music for Year 12
•All strands of the arts
•Certificate III in Hospitality
•Extension Science for Year 10
•Sporting and cultural excursions
interstate and overseas
•Instrumental Music program
•School musical
•Access to representative sport in
Years 8, 9 and 10
Enhanced Studies program
Technology program
•Griffith University Early Start to
Tertiary Studies program
Special programs
School facilities
Languages
•Queensland Schools
Rock Eisteddfod
•Orchestral and
choral productions
•Student representative council
•Subject tutorials
•English as a second language
support
•Film and television studio
including photography darkroom
•2 beach volleyball courts and
swimming pool
•State-of-the-art auditorium
•Commercial kitchen
and restaurant
•International student centre
Brisbane
Our school provides a quality education where students are
both challenged and supported in a well ordered, caring
environment. Experienced and highly qualified teachers work
individually with students of all ability levels.
•German
•Japanese
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Ferny Grove State High School
1980
1370
McGinn Rd, Ferny Grove
QLD 4055, Australia
Brisbane
Ferny Grove State High School is set in a beautiful bushland
setting just 12 kilometres from the centre of Brisbane
city. The school provides high quality opportunities for
students to develop and excel in academic, cultural,
sporting and citizenship spheres. The school curriculum is
broad, enabling students to engage in studies which are
of interest to them, and preparing them for further study
or employment. Students are encouraged to participate in
the many extracurricular activities offered to extend their
personal development as active and informed young people,
contributing to a healthy and harmonious global society. Our
school is recognised for its strong traditional values which
are embedded in a caring and supportive environment.
Ferny Grove State High School:
•High quality experiences in academic,
citizenship, cultural, artistic and sporting
pursuits
•Extensive use of information communication
technologies for learning, including a 1:1 laptop
program
•Specialist programs for instrumental and choral
music, languages, tennis and agricultural
studies
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Elite Tennis program
•Academic Extension programs
•Internationally acclaimed
Instrumental and Choral
Music program
•School camps – Year 8, Year 11
Leadership Camp, subject camps
– Biology, Drama, Instrumental
Music
•Overseas exchanges
•Annual ski trip
•FG radio station
•Kokoda Challenge
Enhanced Studies program
(university subjects studied
during Year 12)
Technology (university subjects
studied during Year 12)
•STEP Program – Southbank TAFE
Tertiary Entrance program
Special programs
•Agriculture
•German Immersion program
•Award-winning Instrumental
and Choral Music program – 23
ensembles involving over 400
students
•School equestrian team
•Greater Brisbane School Sport
membership
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Phone
+61 7 3550 5777
Fax
+61 7 35505700
Website fernygroveshs.eq.edu.au
School facilities
•Fully operational school farm
•Modern 350-seat auditorium
facility providing a venue for a
range of performance, lecture
and community events, as well as
a large, multipurpose hall
•State-of-the-art ICT facilities,
including a 1:1 laptop program
Languages
•German
•German Extension
•Indonesian
•Indonesian Extension
•Dedicated facility for distance
education language classes
Indooroopilly State High School
1954
970
Ward St, Indooroopilly
QLD 4068, Australia
Indooroopilly State High School is well known for its
academic, cultural and sporting success. Its strong links
with tertiary institutions, including the nearby University
of Queensland, further strengthens the school’s
academic reputation. Students benefit from the school’s
excellent facilities, and learn in a spacious environment
enhanced by trees and beautiful gardens. A non-uniform
school, Indooroopilly State High School has a unique
university-like atmosphere.
Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 3327 8333
+61 7 3327 8300
indoorooshs.eq.edu.au
Indooroopilly State High School:
•Quality education that offers early admission to
the University of Queensland and other Brisbane
tertiary institutions
•An IB World School, providing special benefits and
opportunities for international studies program
•English language support provided by highly
qualified English as a second language teachers in
all curriculum areas
Special programs
School facilities
Languages
•High School Preparation
program
•Aviation Studies
•IB Diploma program
•Spanish Immersion (Years 8–10)
•CISCO Networking Academy
•Robotics
•Engineering
•Library resource centre with
ICT hubs
•Dance and art studios with a
pottery kiln
•Performance and lecture theatre
•Extensive sporting facilities
•Chinese (Years 8–12)
•Spanish (Years 8–12)
•Vietnamese (Years 11–12)
•School musical
•National and international cultural
tours and concerts
•Concert, stage, strings, percussion
and brass bands
•Amnesty International and Interact
community service clubs
•Chess and Mathematics clubs
Brisbane
Tertiary pathways
•Extension studies and course
credit (University of Queensland
and Queensland University of
Technology)
•Cisco Networking Academy
•Music Extension (Queensland
Conservatorium of Music)
•Queensland College of Art, Film
and Television school
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Kedron State High School
1956
1175
Park Rd, Wooloowin
QLD 4030, Australia
Brisbane
Kedron State High School is a traditional, academic,
disciplined school with a long history of scholastic excellence.
Situated six kilometres from Brisbane’s central business
district, Kedron State High School is characterised by strong
academic outcomes, which are consistently above state
average, and highly professional and dedicated teachers.
Kedron State High School hosts the only English as a second
language unit in Brisbane North, and offers an extensive range
of cultural, sporting and extracurricular programs. Students at
Kedron State High School consistently live up to its motto – ‘To
Strive is to Shine’.
+61 7 3630 3333
+61 7 3630 3300
kedronshs.eq.edu.au
Kedron State High School:
•An extensive and accomplished music program
•Highly experienced, caring and supportive
international program and English as a second
language staff
•Our multicultural campus is accepting and
welcoming of people from all over the world
Special programs
School facilities
Languages
•Music ensembles, concert bands,
orchestra, music extension,
chorale groups, harp program
•ESL support
•Hospitality program, providing
students with industry
experience
•Laptop program
•Indoor sports stadium
•Extensive computer laboratories
•Music laboratory with recording
facilities
•Spacious science laboratories
•Chinese
•Japanese
•French
•Spanish
•Chess
•Writers’ Club
•Debating
•Student council
•Student community charity group
- Interact
•Sporting competitions
•Camps and excursions
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Phone
Fax
Website
Tertiary pathways
•29% of our graduating
international students achieved
between OP1 and OP5 in 2011
•Over 95% of students annually
gain access to university courses
•Kedron’s university scholarship
winners include international
students
•Pathways to TAFE programs
Kelvin Grove State College
Year established 1875
Number of students 1860
Street address
L’Estrange Tce, Kelvin Grove
QLD 4059, Australia
Having one of the first international student programs
accredited by EQI means we have well established, effective
support structures for overseas students, both at school
and with homestay families. Our learning program caters for
students of different backgrounds, abilities and interests, and
has the highest level of accreditation with EQI.
Kelvin Grove State College:
•Strong and established links with adjoining
Queensland University of Technology,
Griffith University, and other tertiary
institutions, providing multiple pathways
for students
•Elite programs providing students with
opportunities to excel academically, and in
sport and the arts
•Experienced, highly qualified,
supportive staff
Elite programs
•Queensland Dance School of Excellence
•Art & Design Excellence
•Queensland Aviation School of Excellence
•Queensland Golf School of Excellence
•Queensland Tennis School of Excellence
•Queensland Football School of Excellence
Technology program
•Queensland University of Technology
Engineering and Education courses
•Music programs – orchestras,
jazz and string ensembles,
bands, choirs, musicals
•Debating
•Social Justice, Environmental
and Magazine committees
•Sporting teams
Special programs
•Engineering, Philosophy and
Mathematics – Queensland University of
Technology
•Visual Arts – Living City and Urban Design
•Instrumental Music and Vocal
•High Achievers and Academic Achievers
(middle school)
+61 7 3552 7333
+61 7 3552 7300
kelvingrovesc.eq.edu.au
School facilities
•Separate middle and senior
school areas
•Performing and visual arts
facitity
•Instrumental music complex
•Science and
technology laboratories
•Indoor gymnasium,
swimming pool, tennis,
basketball and volleyball courts,
and sporting ovals
Tertiary pathways
Technology Education and
Engineering
Technology Mathematics C
•Early start programs –
Queensland University of
Technology and
Griffith University
•Bachelor of Aviation – Griffith
University
•College of Art – Griffith University
Brisbane
Kelvin Grove State College is located three kilometres from
Brisbane’s central business district, convenient to public
transport and adjoins the Kelvin Grove Urban Village, which
includes the Kelvin Grove campus of Queensland University of
Technology. The college has three campuses – junior, middle
and senior – and is part of a unique educational precinct that
provides a focus on excellence in learning.
Phone
Fax
Website
Languages
•Japanese
• Italian
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Kenmore State High School
1972
1650
60 Aberfeldy St, Kenmore
QLD 4069, Australia
Brisbane
Kenmore State High School is one of the top performing
schools in Queensland. Its reputation is further
enhanced by the outstanding extracurricular programs
and links to the University of Queensland and the
Queensland University of Technology. The school is
situated within ten kilometres of the Brisbane’s central
business district, close to the University of Queensland
in the leafy suburbs of Brisbane. The diverse mix of
international students are cared for in the school,
with a strong empahasis on the values of belonging,
partnerships, integrity, excellence and learning.
These values allow the school to live up to its motto,
‘EDUCATION FOR LIFE’.
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Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 3327 1555
+61 7 3327 1500
kenmoreshs.eq.edu.au
Kenmore State High School:
•Kenmore SHS has very strong academic results. In
2011, 87% of the entire Year 12 cohort were eligible
for an OP. Of those students, 27% received an OP
result of 1–5, 57% received an OP result of 1–10
and 75% received an OP result of 1–15. In 2012,
international students received places in
Medicine, Physiotherapy, Nursing, Engineering
and Urban Planning
•The school offers a very broad variety of subjects
and activities
•Kenmore SHS actively celebrates cultural diversity,
and is a pleasant environment in which to learn
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•University level science courses
•Accelerated Mathematics
program
•Elite athletes support program
•Mentoring program for
gifted students
•Instrumental music – symphonic
band, string ensembles, choir
•LEOS Community Service Club
•Camps
•Wide range of sports
Special programs
School facilities
•Laptop program for Year 10, 11
and 12 students
•Years 8 and 9 Information,
Communication and Education
program (laptop)
•Years 8–10 Zenith program
(accelerated studies)
•Years 8–12 Music Extension
•German Immersion
•State-of-the-art Science Facility
•Networked laptops for all
senior students
•Film and television studio
•Modern performing and visual
arts centre
•Activities centre
• Most of Kenmore’s students
further their education at
Universities including the
University of Queensland,
the Queensland University
of Technology and Griffith
University.
•Extension studies program
through the University of
Queensland and Queensland
University of Technology
•Students can study university
subjects while at school
Languages
•German
•German Extension
•Japanese
Mitchelton State High School
1956
430
754 Samford Rd, Mitchelton
QLD 4053, Australia
Mitchelton State High School is conveniently located in the
north-west of Brisbane, only nine kilometres from Brisbane’s
central business district, and well serviced by public transport.
Expansive green space is one feature of the school. A broad
academic curriculum is offered, and senior classes are small.
Our core values of participation, accountability and respect
support and encourage our small group of international
students to reach their goals. With excellent teaching staff,
student support and modern technology facilities, your child
will be given every opportunity to achieve his or her goals.
Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 3550 1111
+61 7 3550 1100
mitcheltonshs.eq.edu.au
Mitchelton State High School:
•Strong academic outcomes – 2011
OP1–15 – 90%
•Experienced, qualified and supportive
international staff
•Flexible pathways providing more choices
Elite programs
School facilities
Languages
•Excellence in mathematics and
science programs
•Enhanced Accounting/Legal
Studies Program
•Electrotechnology and
Engineering - Trade Training
Centre
• 21st century science facilities
•Performing arts centre-drama,
dance, music
•Fully networked, wireless internet
access in all classrooms
•21st Century trade training centre
•Japanese
Special programs
Tertiary pathways
•HSP Centre NEAS accredited
•ESL (authority subject)
•Gifted and talented program
•Ipad/laptop program
Brisbane
Technology START Program
•Unilink program
•TAFE certificate courses based
at school
•The green team
•Leo’s service club
•Science ambassador program
•Technology team
•Instrumental music
•Mentors
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Mount Gravatt State High School
Mount Gravatt State High School is located in the southern
suburbs of Brisbane, about ten kilometres from the city
centre. It is well serviced by public transport, and is close to
universities and TAFE institutes.
Brisbane
Currently, the school enrolment of 990 is diversely
multicultural, representing over 50 different cultural and
ethnic backgrounds. Mount Gravatt State High School has
a strong academic tradition and its motto, ‘Digna Petamus’,
means ‘Let Us Seek Worthy Things’.
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Phone
Fax
Website
1960
990
42 Loreburn St, Mt Gravatt
QLD 4122, Australia
+61 7 3291 5222
+61 7 3291 5200
mtgravattshs.eq.edu.au
Mount Gravatt State High School:
•96% of Year 12 graduates in 2010 who
applied to teritiary study received an offer
to a university
•State and national champions in squash,
soccer, basketball, volleyball and cycling
•Excellence in, and commitment to,
multicultural education
Special programs
Tertiary pathways
•Griffith University’s Excellence
Expo Competition, which
includes extension activities
using outside mentors
•Public speaking competitions –
Rostrum Voice of Youth, Legacy
Plain English Competition
and Apex
•High School Public Speaking
Competition and Advanced
Mathematics programs run
through Canberra University
•Future Problem Solving program
(through Deakin University)
•Debating competitions run
by the Queensland Debating
Union
•‘The School I’d Like’ (Year 8
English Extension)
•‘Evening of Eminence’ (Year 9)
•Inter-school and social sport
•School music program (band,
ensembles, choir) and
public performances
•Students are encouraged
to participate in a range of
competitions (e.g. mathematics
and science)
•School musical
•Partnership with
Griffith University
•School offers tertiary courses
•Early university entry for Year 12
School facilities
•Well equipped facilities for
technology, science, art,
construction, engineering
and sports
•Fully automated resource centre
•1:1 laptop program in Years 9–12.
(all students receive a laptop
computer)
Languages
•Japanese
North Lakes State College
2002
2870
Memorial Dr., North Lakes
QLD 4509, Australia
Phone
+61 7 3482 5555
Fax
+61 7 3482 5500
Website northlakescollege.eq.edu.au
North Lakes State College is one of the newest and most innovative
master-planned Prep to Year 12 colleges built in Queensland. As a P–12
college, with well established tertiary pathways, North Lakes embodies
the philosophy of lifelong learning. The journey is reflected in our
curriculum, pedagogy and assessment practices which provide students
with the skills to achieve their individual success. Our unique facilities
enable students to access state-of-the-art learning environments, while
teachers plan learning activities based on students’ individual needs. A
key component of our academic success lies in the differentiation of our
programs and the wide range of subjects offered to students.
North Lake States College:
•2011 – 89% with OP 1–15
•2011 – 99% with Queensland
Certificate of Education
•2011 – 100% with Queensland
Certificate of Education, school-based
apprenticeship or traineeship, or
vocational education and training
certificate
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Excellence program in golf, with
nationally ranked golf course
•Excellence program in soccer
•Signature Dance program
•Signature Italian
Immersion program
•Year 8 & 9 Honours program in
mathematics, science, SOSE and
english for highly able students
•Year 4 – 7 Reach program for
highly able students
•Prep – Year 3 Enrichment
program for highly able students
•School camps
– Year 12 (Barrier Reef – Yeppoon)
– Year 9 (Pinari)
– Year 6 (Tallebudgera)
•Roboclub – Robotics
competition club
•Italy Exchange
•Outdoor education reef trip open
to international students
•Engineering pathway – link with
University of the Sunshine Coast
– students get preference if they
meet criteria
•Italian pathway – link with Griffith
University – students obtain Arts
entry if they meet criteria
•Early start university programs
(University of Queensland,
Technology, University of the
Sunshine Coast)
•In 2012, first year Engineering will
be offered on campus through
the University of the Sunshine
Coast
Special programs
•Roboclub – the most successful
extracurricula robotics program in
Australia - school holds multiple
state and national titles
•Intensive QLD Core Skills
preparation program
•An extensive and accomplished
music program
School facilities
•Engineering and robotics
laboratory
•Swimming pool
•2 commercial kitchens and coffee
shop equipped with industry
standard appliances
•State-of-the-art, air-conditioned
performing arts complex
•Senior dance and drama studios
Brisbane
Languages
•Italian is taught from Prep
through to Year 12
•Italian Immersion program in
Years 7, 8 and 9
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Nyanda State High School
Street address
Fairlie Terrice, Salisbury
QLD 4107, Australia
Brisbane
Nyanda State High School is situated on native Australian
bushland, featuring an environmental boardwalk and
a creek. Students have easy access to rail and bus
transportation to Brisbane’s central business district and
the Gold Coast. The campus also features modern facilities
across all subject areas, with a strong focus on academic,
traineeships and apprenticeships through the development
of community and industry links.
Nyanda State High School:
•Individual programs, both academic
and vocational
•Supporting and welcoming school
community with experienced international
students program staff
•Spacious natural environment conducive
to learning
Tertiary pathways
Languages
•Rotary Interact Club
•After-school tutorial service
•Glee Club
•Bi-annual ski trip
•Harmony Day celebrations
•Close links with main
Queensland universities – the
University of Queensland,
the Queensland University of
Technology, Griffith University,
the Central Queensland
University, the Queensland
Institute of Business and
Technology
•Chinese
School facilities
•Music recording studio
•Science Sustainability Centre
•TAFE-standard hospitality
facilities
•Early childhood centre
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Phone
+61 7 3712 1222
Fax
+61 7 3712 1200
Website nyandashs.eq.edu.au
Rochedale State High School
1983
1100
Priestdale Rd, Rochedale
QLD 4123, Australia
Rochedale State High School is conveniently located on the
southern boundary of Brisbane city, with direct transport links
to Brisbane’s central business district (20 minutes). The school
is situated on expansive land surrounded by trees, native birds
and other wildlife. As such, Rochedale State High School enjoys
a natural environment, while being only 45 minutes from the
surf beaches and golden sands of the Gold Coast. With a school
population of 1100 students and no more than 30 international
students, attendance at Rochedale State High School offers a
quality education with an emphasis on learning and support for
the individual.
•Focus on individual student development
in a program that features international
students from a broad selection of nations
•High level of student support provided by
experienced and friendly staff
•Carefully selected, quality homestay
families in a caring and friendly community
Special programs
•Engineering Excellence program
•Development programs in touch
football and volleyball
•Cultural development programs
incorporating dance, drama
and music
•Extension Mathematics,
Science, Information Technology,
Instrumental Music
•Marine and aquatic practices
•Agricultural Science program,
incorporating school farm
•Engineering, furnishing
construction and hospitality
certificate courses
•Additional ESL support provided
in a purpose-built international
student centre
•Modern science centre with
specialised Chemistry, Physics,
and Biology facilities
School facilities
•Exciting international camps and
tour program
•Senior marine studies excursions
•Access to inter-school sport,
musical and cultural programs
•Agricultural shows throughout
South East Queensland
•Performing arts, dance
and instrumental
+61 7 3340 0400
+61 7 3340 0444
rochedaleshs.eq.edu.au
[email protected]
Rochedale State High School:
Elite programs
Phone
Fax
Website
Email
•New Trade Training Academy,
specialising in Engineering
•Modern innovative
technology facilities
•Multimedia, film and
television studio
•Dance and
performance auditorium
•Operational agricultural
school farm
•Modern science centre, with
specialised Chemistry, Physics
and Biology facilities
Tertiary pathways
•Link programs with the University
of Queensland, Queensland
University of Technology and Griffith University
•Access to specialist personal and
career development programs
Brisbane
Languages
•French
•Chinese
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Sunnybank State High School
Street address
Boorman St, Sunnybank
QLD 4109, Australia
Brisbane
Sunnybank State High School is a vibrant, high achieving school,
located in the multicultural suburb of Sunnybank, to the south
of Brisbane City. Our school caters to a wide range of student
abilities, and has enjoyed an outstanding history of success in
academic, vocational and sporting programs. Our school vision
of ‘Many Ways to Excellence’ underpins the diverse talents
of students and staff across all fields of endeavour. Student
achievement is based on the principles of ‘knowing yourself’,
‘linking with others’ and ‘making a difference in our world’. The
student leadership program is committed to the development of
confident and positive young people who leave our school ready
to take their place in their society.
Sunnybank State High School:
•Extensive history of academic and sporting
success
•Extended mathematics and science
excellence programs linked with all local
universities
•Innovative teachers, strong relationships in
caring and supportive student programs
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Mathematics Excellence program
•Science Excellence program and
Science Expo
•Individualised support for state
and national athletes
•Sports Excellence; Track and Field
•Music with specialist instructors
•Student leadership activities
(conferences, camps, programs
and student roles)
•Science, Astronomy, Rocketry
programs and Crystal Growing
competition
•Public speaking
•Student trips – cruises, China
and snow skiing trips
•Access to specialist personal and
career development programs
•Early entry to Brisbane
universities and TAFE institutes
•Student support scholarships
application
•University experience days for all
year levels
•TAFE QLD – various joint
programs and direct entry
School facilities
Languages
•Auditorium
•Performance areas
•Sports hall for badminton,
basketball and table tennis
•Gymnasium
•Athletics facilities
•Close proximity to major
transport routes, business and
community routes
•Chinese
•Japanese
•French
Special programs
•Early Childhood and Community
Studies
•Track and Field Excellence
program
•Drama, Fashion and Creative Arts
•Film and New Media
•Extensive vocational education
certificate program
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Phone +61 7 3323 8111
Fax
+61 7 3323 8100
Website sunnybanshs.eq.edu.au
The Gap State High School
1959
1000
1020 Waterworks Rd, The Gap
QLD 4061, Australia
The Gap State High School’s focus is ‘educating the whole
person in a supportive local school community’. The school
boasts a strong tradition of academic, cultural, citizenship
and sporting excellence. Located at the foothills of the
beautiful Mt Coot-tha, the school is just 15 minutes by bus
from Brisbane’s central business district. There are modern
facilities and a unique leadership training centre, with 24
adventure challenge activities, an impressive performing
arts centre and extensive computing facilities. English as a
second language students can extend their English listening,
speaking, reading and writing skills with lessons conducted by
qualified Teaching of English to Speakers of Other Languages
(TESOL) teachers.
The Gap State High School:
•Strong tradition of academic excellence in a
supportive school community
•Beautiful landscaped grounds with modern
computer, arts and sporting facilities and programs
•Unique leadership, adventure and personal
development programs, with a state-of-the-art
adventure training centre
Elite programs
•The Gap Outdoor Adventure
and Leadership Studies
•Instrumental music program
and choir
•Clubs – chess, graphic design,
climbing and mathematics
•Art Excellence and art academy
•Theatrical and dramatic
presentations
Special programs
•Drama, music, film
and television
•Graphics and visual art
•Industrial Skills
•Information processing
and technology
•Accelerated music program
•Mandarin chinese extension
program
Phone
+61 7 3511 3888
Fax
+61 7 3511 3800
Website thegapshs.eq.edu.au
School facilities
•Australia’s first unique
leadership training centre
•State-of-the-art performing
arts centre
•Independent learning centre
•Film and television editing suites
•Industrial technology facility
•New science laboratories
•Trade Training Centre for
electrotechnology, renewable
energy and engineering
•New indoor sports centre
Tertiary pathways
Brisbane
•Student for Semester Program
– Griffith University, Bond
University, Queensland University
of Technology and University of
Queensland
•Griffith University – direct entry
•TAFE – direct entry
Languages
•Chinese
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Whites Hill State College
1957
750
138 Burn St, Camp Hill
QLD 4152, Australia
Whites Hill State College, located in spacious grounds just
eight kilometres from Brisbane’s central business district,
presents excellent opportunities for students to gain a
truly international experience. With a strong history of
international student participation, Whites Hill State College
is excellent for an Australian immersion experience within a
rigorous academic environment. The college’s curriculum is
enhanced by a range of extracurricular activities, including
excursions, music and sports. Whites Hill SC is also home to
the High School Preparation program, making us the gateway
for English for international students on the south side of
Brisbane.
Brisbane
Special programs
•HSP program
•Inquiry-based curriculum that
helps students to develop
problem solving through
investigative approach
•ESL support and Years 11–12
‘English for English as a second
language’ learners
• Recognised nationally for our
Asia Ambassadors programs,
linking school, business and
career opportunities
•Inter-school sporting program
•Excursions and annual camps
•Instrumental music program
and choir
•Student leadership activities
•Performing arts program
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Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 3900 8333
+61 7 3900 8300
whiteshillsc.eq.edu.au
Whites Hill State College:
•Offers seamless schooling from Preschool
through to Year 12 to nurture all stages of
an individual’s development
•Small year level groupings in a family
atmosphere
•Our Asia Ambassadors program links
school, business and career opportunities
•Homework club extension
and support
• Robotics
•Science, Technology, Engineering
and Mathematics Extension
activities
•Senior Titration Competition
School facilities
•Swimming pool
•1000-seat school hall
•Integrated learning centre,
including college resource centre
and lecture theatre
•Multimedia room
•State-of-the-art computer
network
•All senior students (Years 11–12)
receive a laptop computer with
network access
Tertiary pathways
•Tertiary pathway with Griffith
University and Southbank
Institute of Technology
•Professional development
partnership for teachers with
Griffith University
•Developing innovative programs
with the Griffith Asia Institute
Languages
•Japanese (Preparatory to Year 12)
•Mandarin
•Senior external exams in
languages
Yeronga State High School
Yeronga State High School is a truly international school that
embodies its core values of quality, harmony and sustainability.
With students originating from over 50 countries, it offers
multiple opportunities to excel in a harmonious, disciplined and
inclusive environment. The school community is very proud of its
long history of academic excellence and wide range of sporting
and cultural pursuits. While still honouring its traditions,
Yeronga has embraced the technological advances of the 21st
century, with a stronger elearning focus and technologies
embedded throughout the curriculum. Our strong partnerships
with universities, business and industry allow opportunities for
acceleration into formal tertiary study.
Elite programs
•Excellence Program in Art
•Excellence Program in Drama
•Excellence Program in
Mathematics
•Excellence Program in Science
•Multicultural celebrations
•Inter-school sport – district
premiership teams in summer
and winter competitions
•Lions Youth of the Year
•School bands
Special programs
School facilities
•Direct pathways in Accounting,
Business and Law to Queensland
University of Technology
•Gifted and Talented programs
•ESL
•Horticulture
•Artsfest, drama and musicals
•Public speaking and debating
Phone
Fax
Website
1960
605
159 Villa St, Yeronga
QLD 4104, Australia
+61 7 3249 1400
+61 7 3892 2118
yerongashs.eq.edu.au
Yeronga State High School:
•An international educational experience
offering highly specialised English language
and literacy immersion
•Proven strong history of academic
excellence with a wide and diverse
curriculum range
•Located directly on the train line, five
kilometres from Brisbane’s central
business district
•Newly refurbished state-ofthe-art e-learning centre/
library, with interactive and
wireless technology
•Multimillion dollar sports
complex and sport facilities
•New specialised language centre
•Specialist facilities for Art,
Technology, Languages
and Science
•Business education centres
•Student–computer ratio of 1:1
Tertiary pathways
•Early start partnerships
with universities – Queensland
University of Technology,
University of Queensland
and Griffith University
•Accelerated subject pathways
offering diploma study and
guaranteed university entrance
•Partnerships with institutes and
TAFEs – off-campus enrolments in
diverse vocational qualifications
Brisbane
Languages
•German
•Japanese
•Chinese
•Vietnamese
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My choice
Cairns
... gateway to
Tropical North Queensland
About Cairns
Cairns is a friendly international city renowned for its tourist
attractions and proximity to spectacular environmental areas.
Cairns is extremely well placed to benefit from the region’s
dynamic and increasing population, a thriving and growing
economy, and well established local infrastructure. Cairns has a
diverse industry base encompassing domestic and international
tourism, agriculture, manufacturing, mining, fishing and
information technology.
Places of interest
Some of the region’s many attractions include:
Cairns
• the Great Barrier Reef and surrounding islands
• spectacular mountain views from the Atherton Tablelands
• the Mossman Gorge, which is noted for its waterfalls and
crystal clear swimming pools
• the Daintree World Heritage listed rainforest
• Cape Tribulation, the most northern point of Australia.
Tertiary education providers in the Cairns region
• James Cook University
• Tropical North Queensland Institute of TAFE
• Barrier Reef Institute of TAFE
• Ecotourism study faculties located in the rainforest.
Highlights
• Cairns is the cosmopolitan gateway to Tropical
North Queensland.
• The Cairns International Airport is located only ten minutes
drive north of the city centre and the Cairns Cruise Terminal.
The airport is serviced by a number of international airlines, as
well as domestic and regional carriers.
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Cairns State High School
Street address
Cnr Sheridan St and Upward St
Cairns QLD 4870, Australia
Cairns State High School has a reputation for academic
excellence supplemented by outstanding achievements in
the areas of music, performing arts and sport. Cairns SHS is
committed to developing flexible, innovative programs which
are responsive to the needs of students in a rapidly changing
environment. The development of high quality vocational
programs, the integration of technology into all aspects
of learning, and the focus on delivering an international
curriculum are current examples of this commitment.
Cairns
Special programs
•Centre of Excellence
– Choral music, dance, drama,
technical theatre and visual arts
•VET Qualification Certificates I, II
and III
•IB Diploma
•Aerospace Studies
•Marine and Aquatic Studies
•Multimedia Studies
•Recreational and Tourism Studies
•Photo-imaging Studies
•Centre of Artistic Design
fashion parade
•Dance and drama evenings
•Swimming and athletics carnivals
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•Performing arts centre
•Swimming pool
•Recording studios
•Community hall
•Sports complex
•150–seat auditorium
•Modern refurbished library
•Laboratories – 9 science
laboratories, 14 computer
laboratories, 2 multimedia
laboratories
+61 7 40503033
+61 7 4051 5972
cairnsshs.eq.edu.au
Cairns State High School:
•The school’s philosophy and objectives
are based on traditional values and latest
innovations
•There is a range of sensitive and responsive
student services including English as a second
language support
•The school is strongly committed to
developing internationalism across the school
•Instrumental music and
school musicals
•Charity events
•Scuba diving courses (PADI
certification)
•Work experience programs
•Central Queensland University
Start Uni Now courses
School facilities
Phone
Fax
Website
Tertiary pathways
•James Cook University
•Tropical North Queensland TAFE –
TAFE secondary courses
•Bond University – scholarship
Languages
•Japanese
• Mandarin
• IB Italian
• Italian
Smithfield State High School
1983
950
O’Brien Rd, Smithfield
QLD 4878, Australia
Smithfield State High School has a proud history of outstanding
educational outcomes for students with high performance levels within
private and state school regional acedemic competitions.
Our unique partnership with James Cook University and Trinity Beach
Primary School provides a seamless pathway from primary school to
university. Our James Cook University Academy Programs provide quality
outcomes for university aspirants.
Coupled to this is a comprehensive curriculum offering pathways to
success for all students. The school is proud of its vocational pathways,
commitment to life skills and active citizenship.
Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 4058 4333
+61 7 4057 7664
smithfieldshs.eq.edu.au
Smithfield State High School:
•Friendly school environment in a
beautiful part of Queensland
•Small cohort of international students,
enabling greater integration
•Excellent extracurricular program with
plenty of variety
Special programs
Tertiary pathways
•Tertiary Aspirations Academy
program
•Philosophy in Action course
•Certificate IV in Multimedia
•CISCO IT Essentials – certified
technician course
•Radio Broadcasting,
Management and Production
•Outdoor Education (canoeing,
abseiling, snorkelling, camps,
bronze medallion and hiking)
•Soccer Academy
•Baseball Academy
•Scuba diving courses
•Dance groups
•Stage and concert bands
•Student leadership programs
•Wildlife Club
•Academic Alliance with James
Cook University
•Pathways to Tropical North
Queensland Institute of TAFE
•Promotion of and assistance
with applications for university
scholarships
School facilities
•First-class science laboratories
•Modern and efficient computer
laboratories
•Extensive indoor and outdoor
sport facilities
•Radio station Coast FM 101.9
•Modern library
Cairns
The school is located in the beautiful Northern Beaches area of Cairns,
approximately fifteen kilometres from the centre of Cairns.
Languages
•French
•German
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Trinity Bay State High School
1960
Phone
1450
Fax
26–62 Hoare St, Manunda
Website
Cairns QLD 4870, Australia
Trinity Bay State High School is located in the centre of the
picturesque city of Cairns, surrounded by the magnificence
of the Great Barrier Reef and tropical rainforests. The school
has developed a tradition of excellence in education,
which ensures students are able to achieve their very best
academically through quality teaching in a disciplined
environment.
Cairns
Trinity Bay State high School offers its international
students holiday adventure programs during each of
the school vacations, and provides students with the
opportunity to attain their scuba diving ticket during Term 3.
+61 7 4037 5218
+61 7 4051 5754
www.trinitybayshs-studyabroad.com.au
www.trinitybayshs.eq.edu.au
Trinity Bay State High School:
•A proven track record of academic success
•High quality curriculum which caters
for English as a second language students
•Extensive subject choices–over 50 subjects
to choose from in Years 11 and 12, over 35
subjects in Year 10 and over 30 subjects in
Year 9
Elite programs
School facilities
•Science
•Visual Arts
•Performing Arts
•Mentoring and
extension programs
•Centre for Artistic Development
in drama, dance, music and
technical theatre
•Band, orchestra and choir
•Debating
•International, national and
local trips
•Swimming and athletics carnivals
•Science and language centre
•Visual arts complex
•Sports stadium
•Swimming pool
•State-of-the-art theatre
•Photographic development
studio
Special programs
•Physical Education–outdoor
education and sports
•Integrated Technology
Tertiary pathways
•Direct matriculation into James
Cook University and Tropical
North Queensland Institute of
TAFE
Languages
•Japanese
•Auslan (Australian sign language)
•Mandarin
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My choice
Gold Coast
... a vibrant outdoor cultural lifestyle
Gold Coast
About the Gold Coast
The Gold Coast is universally acclaimed as one of the most desirable places to
live on planet Earth. Imagine 40 kilometres of pristine surfing beaches, World
Heritage rainforest and a casual outdoors lifestyle. A mosaic of leisure pursuits
includes kayaking, surfing, team sports, scuba diving, windsurfing, beach
activities and hiking, to name just a few. Don’t forget the world-class theme
parks, modern shopping centres, and endless places to eat and watch the world
go by with your new friends.
The Gold Coast is Australia’s premier business and tourism destination
with a vibrant interaction between lifestyle, general commerce, and green,
clean industries, including education, information technology, luxury boat
manufacturing, film and television production, and tourism.
You will feel right at home in our culturally diverse community with a
homestay family you may find difficult to leave.
With all this, consider 300 days of sunshine, a big blue sky, fresh air and a
picture-perfect azure ocean. Plus, the climate is as warm as the welcome you’ll
receive when you choose to study on the Gold Coast.
There’s simply no other place like it!
Places of interest
• The Gold Coast Arts Centre complex
• More than 100,000 hectares of World Heritage
nature reserves
• Easily accessible National parks
• 70 square kilometres of sheltered, picturesque
waterways
• Queensland’s largest shopping centres
• Over 30 patrolled surf beaches in the summer months
• World-class theme parks
• Every conceivable sport and leisure activity
Tertiary education providers in the
Gold Coast region
• Bond University
• Griffith University
• Central Queensland University
• Southern Cross University
• Gold Coast Institute of TAFE
Highlights
• A safe and healthy lifestyle in a picturesque setting
• Australia’s sixth largest cosmopolitan city
• Regional centre for education excellence and research
• Strategic centre for IT and luxury boat manufacturing
• Major feature film production studios
• An efficient public transport network
• Domestic and international airport
• Home to the Australian surfing industry
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Coomera
Gold Coast to Brisbane
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Benowa State High School
Street address
Mediterranean Dr., Benowa
QLD 4217, Australia
Gold Coast
Benowa State High School is located in the heart of Gold Coast
City. It has a reputation as one of the Gold Coast’s leading coeducational high schools. Students from over 60 nations and
new arrivals to the Gold Coast form a significant proportion of
the student population. Teacher professionalism and a caring
attitude are embedded in the daily life of the school. Benowa
High is a school focused on ‘many pathways – no limits’.
We are a community that encourages excellence, applauds
achievement and celebrates diversity. In 1990, Benowa State
High School pioneered Education Queensland’s international
program on the Gold Coast. We are an accredited member of
the Council of International Schools.
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•Sustained high level of
academic achievement
•Diverse range of specialist programs,
including French Immersion, Music
Excellence, Sports Excellence and a
Steiner Stream program
•Recognition as a School of Achievement
in the Arts
School facilities
•French Immersion program–
1st place in World Language
Perfect competition – 2011 and
2012
•Music Excellence program
•Sports Excellence programs
•Marine Studies
•Steiner Stream program
•Maritime training centre
•Dance and recording studios
•Library link to university libraries
•Computer and science
laboratories
•Laptop program 1:1
•Art facilities – kiln and darkroom
•Sports fields and courts
•Choirs, orchestras and bands
•Volleyball – senior girls team
ranked in Australia’s top 5
• Touch football- senior boys team
ranked 1st in QLD
• Reef and snow trips
•International student excursions
•International conversational
classes
+61 7 5582 7333
+61 7 5582 7300
benowashs.eq.edu.au
Benowa State High School:
Elite programs
Phone
Fax
Website
Tertiary pathways
•Bond University and Griffith
University – University Pathways
Program
•The University of Melbourne
•TAFE
•Vocational education training
courses
Languages
•French
•Japanese
•Italian
•Spanish
Elanora State High School
1990
900
19th Ave, Elanora
QLD 4221, Australia
Elanora State High School is an innovative school situated
on the southern end of the Gold Coast, in walking distance
to beautiful beaches. The school is nestled between local
suburban areas and the foothills of the hinterland. Elanora
High School’s vision is - ‘Ready to Learn, Ready for Life’. It is an
academy school, with the senior academies (Years 11 and 12)
focusing on Business and Industry; Science and Engineering;
Culture and The Arts; Health and Fitness and Sport. The
junior academy focuses on preparing students for academic
and vocational pathways. Year 10 is a transition year to allow
students to enrol in subjects of interest and preparation for
the senior academies.
Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 5568 4333
+61 7 5534 8332
elanorashs.eq.edu.au
Elanora State High School:
•Every student undertakes a ‘personalised
learning’ journey through secondary
schooling to future employment, further
training or university
•A broad range of subjects, e.g.: Marine,
Aquatics, Surfing, Business, Hospitality,
Manual Arts, Dance
•Strong emphasis on values and leadership
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Academic class of excellence and
extension classes in English and
mathematics
•Sports excellence class
•Business and leadership
•Touch football excellence
•Dance
•Solar boat challenge
•Japan tour
•Science and engineering
challenge
•Performing arts competition
•Opti-MINDS — Inter-high school
challenge
•Mathematics challenge
•Ski trip
•Direct entry into university
Tertiary studies program
•Year 11 and 12 entry into
university
•Vocational and educational
training courses
•Diploma courses
School facilities
•Japanese
Special programs
•Marine studies
•Aquatics (including surfing,
canoeing and first aid)
•Photography
•Hospitality
Gold Coast
Languages
laboratories
•Performing arts theatre
•Boating and marine
•Large indoor gymnasium
•Volleyball and tennis courts
•Music practice rooms
•Kitchens and restaurant
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Helensvale State High School
1990
1993
243 Discovery Dr, Helensvale
QLD 4217, Australia
Gold Coast
Welcome to Helensvale State High School. Our highly
successful school seeks to inspire and develop students in
a learning environment which has a future focus. Helensvale
State High School has a vibrant culture of achievement
and opportunity. This culture is cherished and enriched
by enthusiastic and talented students, professional and
supportive staff, and a school community supportive of
student aspirations and dreams. The energy that draws us
together is the pursuit of our vision – Preparing Students for
the Future and Providing Futures for our Students.
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Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 5573 8555
+61 7 5573 8500
helensvaleshs.eq.edu.au
Helensvale State High School:
•Small international program personalised
for individual student’s needs
•Specialist programs in robotics,
music, information technology, dance,
mathematics and science
•Extensive sports excellence programs
Special programs
School facilities
Tertiary pathways
•Robotics
•Certificate II in Live Production
Theatre and Events, Horticulture,
Fashion, Hospitality and Infotech
•Certificate III in Media, Sport
and Recreation and Children’s
Services
•Technology block
•Indoor sports arena
•Restaurant and professional
standard kitchens
•Laptops 1:1 per student
•Griffith University and Bond
University – direct entry
•Gold Coast Institute of Tafe –
direct entry
•Griffith University – Information
Processing and Technology direct
entry with 2 subject credits
Languages
•Rocket Club (science)
•Dance troupes
•Music ensembles and band
•Range of academic competitions
•Japan trip
•Ski trip
•Japanese
Keebra Park State High School
1973
725
Anne St, Southport
QLD 4215, Australia
Keebra Park is located on the Gold Coast, a short distance
from Surfers Paradise Beach. The school is open and friendly,
with a record of academic and sporting success. We are the
centre for the teaching of English as a Second Language on the
Gold Coast, enabling us to offer specialised language support.
International students at Keebra Park will have a unique
experience with only a small number of students of each
nationality. International students have individual attention
with a high level of personal support to ensure they have a
safe and challenging international experience.
Phone
+61 7 5509 2555
Fax
+61 7 5591 7256
Website keebraparkshs.eq.edu.au
Keebra Park State High School:
•Gold Coast centre for English as a second
language teaching
•Excellent homestay families located close
to school
•Small scale friendly international program
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Academic Excellence program
•Music Extension
•Science Research
•Sports Specialisation
•Fitness and Exercise Science
•Biology camp to North
Stradbroke Island
•Concert band and vocal groups
•Drama festival and performances
•Professional surfing lessons
•Assistance with weekend and
vacation travel to destinations
including Sydney and Cairns
•Support for individual sports
excellence
•Griffith University campus and Gold
Coast Institute of TAFE less than five
kilometres away
•Direct entry program with Southern
Cross University
•Links with Bond University
Special programs
•English language support
•French language study by
distance education
•Learn to Surf program
•Hospitality and cooking
•1:1 laptop program with internet
Gold Coast
Languages
•Japanese
School facilities
•Modern science centre
•Conference and meeting room for
international students
•Student services centre with fulltime international staff
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Merrimac State High School
Street address
Dunlop Crt., Mermaid Waters
QLD 4218, Australia
Merrimac State High School is a safe, busy and exciting
school close to the beach, offering an extensive range of
innovative subjects, sports and diverse extracurricular
activities.
Gold Coast
A long history of international exchange means that
we have dedicated and experienced teachers and
homestays waiting to welcome new international
students. Full accreditation with Education Queensland
International and Council of International Schools is our
guarantee of quality.
Merrimac State High School:
•Specialised programs to cater for international
students in surfing, surf rescue, Australian
Studies and sports
•Committed to computer technology in all aspects
of curriculum, with laptops provided to all
students in Years 9 to 12 (including international
students)
•Flexible 4-day week timetable – classes on
Tuesday to Friday, with Mondays used for travel,
excursions, English as a second language classes
and tutorial support
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Surf program
•Marine Studies
•Fashion
•Dance
•Hospitality
•Surf camp to Byron Bay
•School musical
•School trips to Sydney and Cairns
•Ski trip in August
•Marine Studies trip to Heron
Island (Great Barrier Reef)
•Direct links with Bond University,
Griffith University, Central
Queensland University, Southern
Cross University and other
tertiary providers
•Because we are close to so many
universities, opportunities exist
for students in Year 11 or 12 to
start their university courses
while still at school
Special programs
•Pilot school for English as a
second language learners
•Australian Studies
•Certificate IV in Musical Theatre
•Childcare
•International sports course
•Summit program for high
performance students
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Phone
+61 7 5595 8666
Fax
+61 7 5595 8600
Website merrimacshs.eq.edu.au
School facilities
•Dance and music studios
•Swimming pool
•Marine aquaculture, marine
studies and boating equipment
•Hospitality centre and restaurant
Languages
•Chinese
•Japanese
Miami State High School
Miami State High School is a small, caring school located on Queensland’s
Gold Coast in the suburb of Miami, approximately 100 kilometres south
of Brisbane. Miami High has an enrolment of just over 1000 students. At
Miami, we believe that students learn best in a small school environment
where caring and professional staff deliver a personal education.
We value cultural understanding, tolerance and inclusion through global
learning experiences. In an increasingly global community, it is important
for young people to develop an enhanced understanding of other
cultures. The diversity of students attending Miami High is testament
to the popularity of our programs and our caring and friendly learning
environment.
Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 5554 0333
+61 7 5554 0300
miamishs.eq.edu.au
Miami State High School:
•Small school offering a personalised
experience
•Attractive school campus on a famous
surfing beach
•Caring and supportive homestay
families within the school community
International students complete a comprehensive orientation program
focused on the local community and culture. This, in conjunction with our
international mentoring program, assists new students to feel welcomed
and part of our school community.
Elite programs
•Academic Excellence
•Dance Excellence
•Gifted and Talented pathways
•Japanese Extension
•Surfing and Bodyboarding
program
Special programs
•Aerospace Studies in partnership
with Gold Coast Airport
•Learn to Surf program
•Student ‘Take Home’ laptop
Program
•Instrumental Music program
•Outdoor Recreation
•Marine Studies
•Japan tour
•Canberra tour
•Annual ski trip
•Learn to Swim school
on-campus pool
•Broad range of sport options –
recreational and inter-school
School facilities
•Beach access 100 metres
•Heated swimming pool
•Wireless internet access
•Specialist science laboratory
•Gymnasium
Gold Coast
Street address
2137–2205 Gold Coast Hwy, Miami QLD 4220, Australia
Tertiary pathways
•Bond University
Technology
Languages
•Japanese
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Palm Beach-Currumbin State High School
Street address
Thrower Dr, Palm Beach
QLD 4221, Australia
Palm Beach-Currumbin State High (PBC) is located on the beautiful
Gold Coast in South East Queensland, Australia.
Imagine 35 acres of extraordinary land on the doorstep of the
Pacific Ocean, bordered by a river, and within easy walking
distance to one of the world’s best surfing beaches. It is little
wonder that the unmatched setting of PBC has made it one of the
most popular international schools in Queensland.
Gold Coast
As a large school, we have the distinct advantage of offering a
wide range of diverse programs and opportunities, delivered by
highly trained and experienced teachers, and using state-of-theart technology, including the internet, multimedia equipment,
aquaculture centre and laboratories.
At PBC, we believe in recognition and celebration of hard work,
effort and high achievement in all areas of schooling. We offer
students a wide range of activities and experiences not available
at any other Gold Coast school.
Elite programs
• Academic Excellence
• Creative Arts Excellence
• Sports Excellence
• Instrumental music
• School musical
• Debating
• Inter-school team and individual
sports competitions
• Dance and drama
• Sports competitions
• Gymnasium
• Adjacent swimming pool access
Special programs
•Nationally acclaimed Sports
Excellence program in 12 sports
• Unique Marine Studies and
Aquatic Practices programs,
featuring over 100 watercraft
• Dance, Drama and Music
Extension
Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 5525 9333
+61 7 5525 9300
pbc-shs.eq.edu.au
Palm Beach-Currumbin State High
School:
•The best location on the Gold Coast, with
exceptional education facilities
•Programs that develop every student’s
unique talents and enhance their education
•An outstanding international program that
has been running for 8 years
School facilities
• Aquaculture centre
• Auditorium
• Boatshed
• Dance studios
• Drama theatre
• Engineering workshops
• Gymnasium
• Middle school precinct
• Multimedia conference theatre
• Recording studio
• Science laboratories
• Tennis courts
• Trade Training Centre
Tertiary pathways
• Griffith University Partnerships
• Bond University Student for
a Semester program
• School-based traineeships
Languages
•Japanese
•Spanish
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Robina State High School
Street address
Investigator Dr, Robina
QLD 4226, Australia
Robina State High School:
•Specialist programs for golf, futsal and
baseball
•Three full-time international staff members
•Daily English as a second language support
with qualified tutors
Elite programs
School facilities
Tertiary pathways
•Baseball Excellence Program
•Golf Excellence Program
•Japanese Immersion Program
•Sport activity centre
•Fitness training gym
•9 computer laboratories
•Grass baseball field
•Golf putting green
•Dance studio
•Graphics and woodwork rooms
•Catering kitchens and
dining room
•Marine aquaculture area
•Japanese tatami room
Tertiary Studies
•Bond University Student for a
Semester program
•TAFE College
Special programs
•Futsal
•Marine Studies
•OP English as a second language
•After school English as a second
language support
•School camps – senior Marine
Studies, Biology
Gold Coast
At Robina State High School, we value the ideals of an
international education. Our international programs foster
cultural understanding and personal development for our
visitors and for our school community. We have a diverse
curriculum including over 30 senior subjects, and are able
to provide a personalised timetable that supports individual
needs and interests. Robina High uses innovative timetabling
so that Friday is a flexible lesson-free day for senior students.
Our host families are friendly and supportive, and our teachers
are experienced in supporting international students. We are
proud to share our curriculum and our school community with
international students and guests.
Phone +61 7 55623451
Fax
+61 7 55623461
Website robinashs.eq.edu.au
Languages
•Japanese
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Upper Coomera State College
2003
2790
137 Reserve Rd, Upper Coomera QLD 4209, Australia
Gold Coast
Upper Coomera State College is at the northern end of the
Gold Coast, 55 kilometres from Brisbane Airport. Nestled
between the Gold Coast hinterland and some of Australia’s
top beaches, and only 30 minutes from the centre of
Brisbane, international students will truly experience the
best of what South East Queensland has to offer. We have
a range of innovative subjects, sporting opportunities and
extracurricular activities. The wider school community
is made up of many diverse cultures, providing an ideal
environment to make international students feel welcome.
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Phone
+61 7 5580 7555
Fax
+61 7 5580 7500
Website uppercoomerasc.eq.edu.au
Upper Coomera State College:
•State-of-the-art facilities
•Innovative and diverse curriculum offerings
catering for individual student needs
•Direct entry pathways to universities and
tertiary providers
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Academic Honours program
•University – Student for a
Semester program
•Performing arts – dance, drama,
music, cultural performance
•Culinary challenges
•Environmental Club
•Community service programs
•Debating, public speaking,
mooting
•TAFE – direct entry
•Griffith University – direct entry
•Student for Semester program
– Griffith University, Bond
University, Queensland University
of Technology and University of
Queensland
School facilities
Languages
Special programs
•High Performance Sports
program
•e-Learning – integrated
technology into every class from
P–12
•Engineering
•Boys’ education
•Certificate l, ll and lll courses in
Tourism, Business, Hospitality,
Multimedia, Recreation,
Engineering and Horticulture
•Virtual schooling
•Film and television recording and
editing facility
•Dance studio
•Coffee shop and training facilities
•Gymnasium
•Hospitality kitchens
•Chinese
•Japanese
•Italian
Varsity College
Street address
198 Varsity Pde, Varsity Lakes,
QLD 4142, Australia
Varsity College:
•A warm supportive environment where your
child can grow in confidence
•A focused curriculum and extracurricular
activities that develop students to their
maximum potential
•Teachers who are committed to excellence
in the learning and teaching process
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Basketball Excellence program
•Rowing Excellence program
•School camps
•Basketball
•Rowing
•Musical
•Access to Queensland
Minerals and Energy
Academy scholarships
•Direct entry to Metropolitan
South TAFE diploma courses
scholarship program
Technology — diploma courses
Special programs
•The Leader In Me
•Ambassador Leadership Program
•Aspire program – extension
program for high achieving
students in Years 11 and 12
•Orchestra, strings, stage band,
choir, concert band
•Deforestation program
School facilities
•Automotive workshop
•Large dance studios
•Stage sound and lighting
•Extensive computer facilities
•Sports courts, 3 ovals opposite
the school, gym, pool, tennis
courts
•Multimedia laboratory
•Extended Experimental Science
laboratory
Gold Coast
Varsity College is one of the largest schools in Queensland,
with over 3000 students across two campuses and four subschools. Led by the executive principal, each sub-school
has a principal and deputy principal, who are accountable
for the achievement outcomes for each student within
their sub-school. We are committed to providing a school
where your child can experience success on a daily basis.
We believe for this to occur the school needs to build four
pillars of success: academic excellence, the arts, sporting
excellence and community involvement.
Phone
+61 7 5562 3575
Fax
+61 7 5562 3570
Website varsitycollege.eq.edu.au
Languages
•Chinese Immersion program
(Years 6–10)
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My choice
Sunshine Coast
... beach, hinterland and
urban centres to enjoy
About the Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Coast
Brisbane
The Sunshine Coast region stretches from Caloundra in the south to
Rainbow Beach in the north, an area of approximately 3200 square
kilometres. Students and visitors will enjoy the special Sunshine
Coast lifestyle–the sun, sand and surf.
Students will also enjoy the friendliness of the people and easy
access to Brisbane, the capital of Queensland, an hour’s drive away.
This stretch of coast features beachside tourist precincts, rural
hinterland and urban centres. The Sunshine Coast Airport is located
in the centre of the Sunshine Coast at Maroochydore, and caters for
domestic flights.
The region’s agricultural areas produce a range of products, including
sugar, ginger, subtropical fruits, vegetables and macadamia nuts.
The region is also a major fishing sector, processing fish and seafood
for domestic and export markets.
Places of interest
The Sunshine Coast region has everything to support a full community
life and offers a wide variety of outdoor, sporting, educational and
cultural activities of every kind.
There is also a vast array of natural attractions in the Sunshine Coast
region, including beaches, national parks and hinterland areas.
The region offers a comprehensive range of shopping and public
services including cinemas, theatres, art galleries and extensive
entertainment venues.
Sunshine Coast region
• University of the Sunshine Coast
• Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE
• Central Queensland University
Highlights
• One of the fastest growing regions in Australia
• Key provider of research on sustainable business and economic growth
• Major provider in the tourism, fishing and agricultural
products sectors
• Lush rainforests, pristine beaches and beautiful hinterland areas
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Bribie Island State High School
1989
981
First Ave, Bongaree
QLD 4507, Australia
Sunshine Coast
Bribie Island State High School is a progressive school
which prepares students to engage successfully in their
futures through the provision of an excellent schooling
experience. One of our major strengths is the extensive
support structures we have in place. The school is split into
semi-autonomous learning communities, which achieve
improved student learning outcomes through the promotion
of positive student–teacher–parent relationships. Our
school is also characterised by high quality teaching
and learning, underpinned by excellent information and
communication technology and a focus on internationalism.
Special programs
•Dance, Drama and Music
•Film, Television and New Media
•Hospitality Practices
•Instrumental Music
(student leadership)
•Marine and Aquatic Practices
•Recreation Studies
•Tourism
•Moreton Island Biology camp
•Acedemies in sports and arts
•Ski trip
•International tours
•Whole-school productions
(musical, dance, collage drama)
•Vocal group
•School dances
•Private surfing lessons
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Phone
Fax
Website
+61 7 3400 2444
+61 7 3400 2400
bribislashs.eq.edu.au
Bribie Island State High School:
•Located close to Brisbane, Sunshine Coast
beaches, the Glasshouse Mountains, Australia
Zoo and many islands
•The curriculum uses the national and marine
park environment to enhance the educational
experiences of students
•A small personalised international student
program where each student is valued and
treated individually
•Sports programs, including
swimming, athletics and beach
carnival
School facilities
•Indoor sports centre
•Industrial technology centre
•Computer and
science laboratories
•Boating equipment
•Outdoor tennis courts
•Performing arts theatre
•Sports oval and swimming pool
•Outdoor tennis, basketball and
handball courts
•Practical art rooms
•Language science centre
•Library
•Café
Tertiary pathways
•University of the Sunshine Coast
dual enrolment program
Technology dual enrolment
program
•Tertiary Aspirants’ program visits
to University of Queensland,
Griffith University, University
of the Sunshine Coast and
Technology
Languages
•Indonesian
Caloundra State High School
Street address
88 Queen St., Caloundra
QLD 4551, Australia
Special programs
•Aerospace Studies •Volleyball and Touch Football
Excellence
•Performing Arts – Dance,
Dance Extension, Drama,
Drama Extension, Music,
Music Extension,vocal group,
instrumental music, string
ensemble, stage band,
concert band
•Aquatic Marine Practices
•Robotics
•Tourism and Hospitality
•Student Book Club
•Performance Excellence program
(dance/drama)
Caloundra State High School:
•Experienced staff delivering a broad
curriculum that caters for academic and
vocational pathways
•A positive school culture, with an
atmosphere of tradition and
high achievement
•Programs to nurture excellence in
academic, cultural and sporting
achievement to ensure students reach their
full potential
•Performance groups–string
ensemble, concert band, stage
band, vocal group, dance
Extension group (‘EDGE’),
Dance Extension group (JET),
cheerleading
•Leadership program and senior
leader investiture
•World Challenge expedition
School facilities
laboratories
•Performing arts centre, including
2 dance studios
•Hospitality catering kitchens and
dining room
•Trade Training Centre (certificate
courses)
•Indoor sports stadium and
extensive outdoor sports fields,
tennis courts, basketball courts
and netball courts
•Industrial technology and design
workshops and graphics rooms
•Art classrooms, including
computer pod for graphic design
•Hydroponics
•1:1 laptop program for Year 11 and
12 students
Sunshine Coast
Caloundra State High School is located on the coasts at the
southern end of the Sunshine Coast. The school has a distinct
middle and senior school operating on a split shift timetable.
The school offers a broad curriculum catering for students’
interests in academic and vocational areas, including a
wide range of sporting, community and cultural activities.
Subjects including Aerospace and Marine Aquatic Practices
provide students with immediate links to employment. An
excellent Arts program includes Visual and Performing Arts,
Dance and Drama Extension, Music, Music Extension, stage/
concert bands and vocal groups. French and Italian are the
language options. Significant Information and Communications
Technology capacity is provided in the school, with 11 computer
laboratories and four computers in every classroom.
Phone +61 7 5436 8444
Fax
+61 7 5436 8433
Website caloundrashs.eq.edu.au
Tertiary pathways
direct entry program
Headstart program
Languages
•French (Years 8 – 10)
•Italian (Years 8 – 10)
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Chancellor State College
Street address
Sippy Downs Dr, Sippy Downs
QLD 4556, Australia
Sunshine Coast
Chancellor State College is situated approximately one
hours drive north of Brisbane, and nine kilometres
from Mooloolaba’s coastal community. We have stateof-the-art wireless capacity throughout the school,
certificate industrial level technology and catering
facilities, and joint sporting fields, swimming pool,
sport stadium and world-class athletics track shared
with the University of the Sunshine Coast.
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Phone +61 7 5453 3222
Fax
+61 7 5453 3200
Website chancellorsc.eq.edu.au
Chancellor State College:
•Highly experienced, caring and professional staff
•Staff support the school charter of: ‘Care; Consideration;
Commitment; Challenge and Co-operation’ to ensure that
students are able to be ‘the best we can be’
•Staff on campus who speak French, German, Portuguese,
Japanese and Italian
Special programs
•Music ensembles
•Concert bands
•Orchestra
•Stage band
•Marine Studies
•Hospitality Studies, providing
students with industry
experience using a commercial
kitchen
•National Mathematics
Competition
•Engineering Challenges
•School Musical 2013 – ‘High
School Musical’
•Subject to availability: Stage
Engineering, Sound Engineering
& Theatre Production
•World Class Coaching for pole
vaulting/sprint/athletics training
•(2011 Champions) Interschool
sports Futsal, Touch Football
Australian Rules, Cross Country
•Touch football (sessional)
•Football (sessional)
•Futsal (sessional)
•Other sports on offer (subject to
availability/session) basketball,
Australian Rules (AFL), crosscountry, rugby union, rugby
league, water polo and volleyball
•Chess competitions
•‘High School Musical’ (2013)
•Dance–external provider
•Surfing lessons (optional,
extra cost)
•Beach volleyball
School facilities
•Indoor sports stadium
•State-of-the-art performing
arts centre
•Lecture theatre (air-conditioned)
•Extensive computer laboratories
•Music laboratory with
recording facilities
•Apple computer laboratory
•College café
Tertiary pathways
• Our Engineering and Accounting
programs are university accredited
with University of the Sunshine
Coast
•Headstart programs with University
of the Sunshine Coast,
gaining credit and recognition of
prior learning for future study
•Pathways to TAFE
Languages
•Japanese
•Italian
•Other languages - can be
negotiated on enrolment
Coolum State High School
1985
730
Havana Rd East, Coolum
QLD 4573, Australia
Coolum State High School is a well resourced, progressive
secondary school located at the centre of the beautiful
Sunshine Coast. Our focus is excellence in academic,
vocational, cultural, sporting and community endeavours,
delivered in a supportive educational environment. We have
a wide range of academic and vocational education and
training programs. Students develop personal leadership
skills through their involvement in a range of committees and
councils, which are supported by our committed, experienced
and caring staff. Our focus is on care, respect and excellence
in every facet of school life.
Phone
+61 7 5471 5333
Fax
+61 7 5471 5300
Website coolumshs.eq.edu.au
Coolum State High School:
•Situated in an extraordinary bushland
environment, close to a surf beach
•Students and staff are friendly and caring
•We offer a wide range of experiences, with
a focus on excellence, student leadership
and participation
Elite programs
School facilities
•Surfing Excellence program
•Athletes Development program
•Annual arts expo
•Annual Year 12 conference
•Snow trip
•Learn to surf program
•Highly awarded concert and
stage bands
•Extensive range of academic
competitions
•Vocal group
•School-based work experience
program
•Canberra tour
•Year level leadership
development programs
•Biennial musical production
•Performing arts centre and
art gallery
•Sports oval and football fields
•Practical art rooms and kiln
•Extensive manual arts, hospitality
and textile study facilities
•Music practice rooms
•Sports fields, and tennis and
basketball courts
•Science laboratories
•Learning centre
•Business Studies centre
•Graphics centre
•Music recording studios
Special programs
•Extensive vocational and training
program
•Strong technology base in all
teaching and learning
•Geospatial Information
Technology
•Multimedia Studies
•Children’s Services
•1:1 laptop take
home program
Sunshine Coast
Tertiary pathways
– Headstart program
•Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE
Languages
•Japanese
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Kawana Waters State College
Street address
Sportsman Pde, Bokarina
QLD 4575, Australia
Sunshine Coast
Kawana Waters State College is a P–12 college centrally
located on the Sunshine Coast, about one hour north of
Brisbane. Nestled between ocean and lakes, the college
is well positioned to offer a unique Australian education
experience, with highly experienced staff offering quality
education in a caring environment. The college develops
lifelong learners who make a positive contribution to a
global society. Kawana Waters State College has been
involved in the Education Queensland International program
since 1997, and is accredited through the EQI International
Student Program and Council of International Schools.
Kawana Waters State College:
•Quality education in a safe, healthy and
unique location
•Highly successful tertiary and post-school
pathways for all students
•21st century learning
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Aquatics Excellence program
•Football Excellence program
•International student program
•Academic Curriculum Extension
program
•Surfing camps
•Senior Marine Studies excursions
•Leadership development
•Musical dance and drama
performances
•International student excursions
(Sydney, Great Barrier Reef)
•Writers workshops
and competitions
Headstart program
•Sunshine Coast TAFE specialist
course entry program
•Sunshine Coast Trade
Training Centre
•Sunshine Coast University
Hospital (Allied Health)
School facilities
•Japanese
Special programs
•Marine Studies
•Programs of distinction in Arts
(Drama, Dance, Visual
Arts, Music)
•Vocational education
and training (Marine,
Tourism, Computing, Arts,
Hospitality, Construction)
•Tutorial programs
•Gifted and Talented program
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Phone
+61 7 5493 3388
Fax
+61 7 5493 3004
Website kawanawaterssc.eq.edu.au
•Aquatics centre, Olympic-sized
swimming pool
•Extensive sporting facilities
Languages
Maroochydore State High School
Phone
+61 7 5409 7333
Fax
+61 7 5409 7300
Street address
Maroochydore Rd, Maroochydore Website maroochyshs.eq.edu.au
QLD 4558, Australia
Maroochydore State High School:
•Next door to Maroochydore beach on
Queensland’s beautiful Sunshine Coast
•Exciting subjects and programs
•A safe place to learn and a safe place
to grow
Elite programs
School facilities
•Biotechnology Excellence
program
•Surfing Excellence program
•Cricket Excellence program
•Rugby League Excellence
program
•Commercial Cooking Excellence
program
•Sydney, Fraser Island, Great
Barrier Reef and Lady
Musgrave Island trips for
•School camp – Marine Studies –
Heron island
•School musical production
•Culture Fest
•Concert band, stage band, rock
bands and choir
•New modern, sophisticated
•Coastal Cookery Trade Training
Centre – commercial kitchen and
restaurant
•Performing arts theatre and
air-conditioned state-of-the-art
auditorium
•Sports stadium and function hall
•Rugby ovals, basketball and
tennis courts
Special programs
•Marine Studies
•Queensland College of
Wine Tourism
•Film, Television and New Media
•Information Technology Systems
•Hospitality, Restaurant and Bar
Service courses
•Humanitarian – annual school
project in Cambodia
•Environmental – Koala
Corridor program
Sunshine Coast
Located in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, with a backdrop
of beautiful beaches, Maroochydore State High School is
a vibrant and dynamic school, with highly experienced and
qualified teachers who are caring and supportive of every
student. Founded on strong traditional values, Maroochydore
State High School has an innovative, dynamic and modern
curriculum, where students achieve excellent outcomes, and
safety, respect and learning permeate every aspect of school
life. Students are supported and challenged to realise their
potential through an exciting range of subjects and innovative
programs that provide something for everyone.
Tertiary pathways
– Headstart program
(dual enrolment)
Technology – Direct Entry
•Sunshine Coast TAFE – direct
entry certificate courses
Languages
•Japanese
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Mountain Creek State High School
1995
1900
Lady Musgrave Dr, Mountain Creek
QLD 4557, Australia
Mountain Creek State High School is situated four
kilometres from the popular Mooloolaba Beach on the
Sunshine Coast, and close to the famous Australia Zoo.
This school offers a high quality education program, which
includes the International Baccalaureate Diploma.
Sunshine Coast
International students enjoy the choice of an extensive
range of subjects, a dynamic learning environment
supported by quality facilities and equipment with access to
a unique coastal lifestyle.
+61 7 5457 8333
+61 7 5457 8300
mtncreekshs.eq.edu.au
Mountain Creek State High School:
•A dynamic learning environment offering
an extensive range of academic and
practical subjects
•Embraces cultural diversity and a
global perspective
•Safe and supportive environment offering a
network of guidance and pastoral care
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•IB Diploma – Years 10–12
•Creative Industries Academy –
dance, drama, music, art
•Sport Excellence in volleyball,
basketball and rugby
•School camps – senior Marine
Studies (Lady Elliott Island, Great
Barrier Reef)
•Music, dance, drama and art
groups, performances
•Sports teams, training and
competitions – basketball,
volleyball, rugby, Australian
Football League, water polo, track
and field, soccer
– Head Start program, within 5
kilometres of the school
•University of Queensland Links
program
•TAFE – Diploma options
after school
Special programs
•Marine studies, snorkelling and
boating
•Split shift timetable
•Gym memberships with personal
fitness programs
support
•Mathematics and science
tutorials
•Vibrant international student
program
School facilities
•Sports stadium, swimming pool,
commercial gym and fitness
facility and sports fields
•Performing arts theatre,
professional dance studios
•Boating equipment for Marine
studies
•Computer and
•Hospitality and catering rooms
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Phone
Fax
Website
Languages
•Japanese
•Spanish
Sunshine Beach State High School
Street address
42 Ben Lexcen Dr, Sunshine Beach
QLD 4567, Australia
A cutting-edge network of laptops delivers computer-based
learning, ensuring a 21st century education for our students.
Sunshine Beach State High School:
•Minutes from world famous Noosa beaches
and recognised as one of the most
attractive schools in the state
•A choice of 44 subjects
•Marine Studies and certificate courses
With customised links to several universities and the Headstart
program, Sunshine Beach High offers a flexible pathway to
higher education and vocational opportunities.
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Elite program in Music
•Elite program in Italian
•Elite program in Surfing
(invitation only)
•Coral bleaching studies (Heron
Island)
•Beginners surfing lessons – learn
from a champion (on demand at
extra cost)
•Scuba diving for students holding
Professional Association of
Diving Instructors certificate
(on demand)
•Bar course – hospitality
•Year 11 adventure camp
Headstart program
•Central Queensland University
•Sunshine Coast TAFE
Special programs
•Photography, Film
and Television
•Italian exchange program
•Marine Studies (boat licence)
•Tourism and Hospitality
support
•International study tours
Languages
Sunshine Coast
Sunshine Beach State High School is a progressive international
school located in a biosphere reserve recognised by the United
Nations. The school focuses on positive relationships between
students, teachers and the community, with a strong academic
focus complemented by courses in Marine Studies, Hospitality,
Tourism and Visual Arts.
Phone
+61 7 5440 4222
Fax
+61 7 5440 4200
Website sunshinebeachhigh.eq.edu.au
•Italian for beginners,
intermediate and
advanced students
School facilities
•Photography – wet and dry
darkroom
•Marine aquaculture and
boating equipment
•Next to Olympic swimming pool,
10 tennis courts and skate park
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Toowoomba
... the garden city
About Toowoomba
Sitting high on the Great Dividing Range, around 700 metres
above sea level, Toowoomba is known as the
‘Garden City’ of Queensland. Its wide tree-lined streets,
parks, gardens and historic buildings give the city
a touch of old-world charm.
Toowoomba
As a result of its safe, friendly environment, clean mountain
air, natural beauty and low cost of living, Toowoomba has
twice been voted Australia’s best city to live. Toowoomba is
the hub of the famous Darling Downs region, and is known
as the Gateway to the West. Noted for its grain crops, cotton,
vegetables and timber, the Darling Downs is an important
part of Queensland’s agricultural production.
The city is a leisurely 90-minute drive from Queensland’s
capital city, Brisbane, and only two hours from the beaches
of the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.
Places of interest
Picnic Point Lookout is an ideal place to appreciate the rugged
mountain ranges, valleys and native forests of the Great
Dividing Range.
Toowoomba has an amazing array of walking trails, from the
more challenging hikes through the escarpment parks and
mountain ranges, to a stroll through well-paved parks and
bikeways.
Cyclists are also well catered for, with over 70 kilometres of
sealed bikeways passing through city parks and lying adjacent
to scenic waterways.
The prestigious, historical Empire Theatre regularly plays host
to performers from around the world.
Toowoomba region
• University of Southern Queensland – Toowoomba
• The Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
• W
ith nearly 90,000 people, Toowoomba is the second
largest inland city after Canberra.
• It is a key educational hub that provides public and
private education to Queensland’s regional areas.
• T he University of Southern Queensland is a world leader in
distance and online education.
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Centenary Heights State High School
Street address
60 Ramsay St, Toowoomba
QLD 4350, Australia
Toowoomba
Centenary Heights State High School is one of
Queensland’s most respected international schools, with
a reputation for academic excellence. Centenary Heights
State High School has students of 43 nationalities, and
is a recipient of prestigious state and national awards for
fostering leadership and cross-cultural awareness. While
continuing its strong academic tradition, the school offers
multiple pathways to individual success as it nurtures
students in a safe, supportive environment.
+61 7 4636 7500
+61 7 4636 7501
centheigshs.eq.edu.au
Centenary Heights State High School:
•Queensland’s first international program
school in Toowoomba (1991)
•Principals’ University Scholarship and direct
university entry partnerships
•Consistently among top academic schools
in Queensland – top 1% across all sectors
in 2011
Elite programs
Tertiary pathways
•Instrumental Music and Music
Extension
•Gateway Wine Tourism Project
•Flexi-school
•Queensland Multicultural
Service Award for fostering
multiculturalism in education
•Annual ski trip
•Cross-cultural captain and crosscultural committee
•Annual whole-school musical
•Art exhibitions
•Bond University – Collegiate
Scholarship program
•University of Southern
Queensland – direct entry
•Southern Queensland Institute of
TAFE (cooperative programs and
direct entry to Business Diploma)
Special programs
•Swimming complex, gym,
sporting fields
•International kitchen for senior
and international students
•Whole-school wireless coverage,
high speed internet, over 1000
computers
•State-of-the-art science
laboratories
•State-of-the-art languages centre
•Mentor program for international
students to assist integration
centre
•Peer mediation and support
training
•Seniors as Leaders program
•Ongoing orientation program for
•Excursions each term for
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Phone
Fax
Website
School facilities
Languages
•Mandarin Chinese
•German
Harristown State High School
Phone +61 7 46368700
Fax
+61 7 46368777
Street address
341–367 South St, Toowoomba Website harristoshs.eq.edu.au
QLD 4350, Australia
Harristown State High School is a co-educational school rich in talent
across a wide range of areas–academic, sport, cultural and community
service – with an impressive list of achievements. Curriculum is
supplemented widely by real-life and lifelike experiences through
excursions and invited speakers. The school has unique ties with the
University of Southern Queensland. It offers a comprehensive range
of subjects, and is extremely well resourced with world class facilities.
Dedicated, caring staff provide for students’ needs. The school values
participation, relationships, integrity, diligence and enthusiasm.
Harristown State High School:
Elite programs
•Accelerated Academic Academy
•Sporting Academies in soccer,
volleyball and rugby league,
with students representing
at regional, state and
national levels, with some
overseas exchange travel
•Senior languages
•Dance, drama, film, television
and new media
•Agricultural science
•Music extension program
•Industrial Arts Academy
•English extension program
•Debating
•Music ensembles University
Scholarships available
•Harmony Week
•World Challenge Real World
Education Tour
•Concert band
•School Cultural Ambassador
Program
•Interact (community-based
student committee)
•School ski trip
•National competitions in
science, business, mathematics,
information technology
•Creative technology centre with
330-seat theatre
•Dance studios and 1500-seat
auditorium
•Trade Training Centre
Special programs
•Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander studies
•Rock eisteddfod and school play
•Vocational education program
•1:1 laptop program available
•Extensive student support
network
School facilities
•Languages and cultures
community centre
•Sporting complex, featuring
an indoor 25 metre swimming
pool, and gymnasiums with
basketball and volleyball courts
(multipurpose)
•Modern classrooms, many with
interactive learning technologies
Tertiary pathways
•Students able to integrate
university study with senior
curriculum through several high
profile Queensland universities
•Direct entry into University of
Southern Queensland
•Access to a variety of vocational
courses with Southern
Queensland Institute of TAFE
•Strong links with business
community for the continuation
of traineeships and
apprenticeships begun at school
Toowoomba
•Extensive curriculum choice
•Skilled caring teachers with expertise
in their fields
•World-class facilities
Languages
•Indonesian
• German
•Japanese and French available
via the School of Distance
Education
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Glossary of Abbreviations
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Central business district
English as a Second Language
Education Queensland
Education Queensland International
Greater Public Schools’ Association of Queensland
High School Preparation program
Information and Communication Technologies
New South Wales
Overall Position
Queensland Girls’ Secondary School Sports Association
Queensland
Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy
Queensland University of Technology
State college
State high school
State School
Technical and further education
University of Queensland
University of the Sunshine Coast
Glossary
Abbreviations
CBD ESL
EQ
EQI
GPS
HSP IB ICT NSW OP QGSSSA QLD QMEA QUT
SC
SHS
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famous sights of the city, Blue Mountains
and Bondi Beach in Sydney; explore the
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and watch the sunset over the magnificent
landscape of Central Australia with the
Outback Safari or the Northern Territory
Safari; or, experience the best of the entire
East Coast of Australia with the East Coast
Safari and the Southern Safari which takes
students on an exciting journey along the
Eastern coast of Australia, including Sydney,
Melbourne, Canberra and many beautiful
places in between.
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•
Study of Society
•
•
•
•
Modern History
•
•
•
History
•
•
•
Geography
•
•
•
•
Economics
•
•
•
•
Ancient History
•
•
•
A Short Course in the Australian Constitution
Science 21
•
•
•
•
Social Sciences
Physics
Multi-strand Science
Marine Studies
Agricultural Science
Science
Vietnamese
Earth Science
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•
•
•
•
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•
Spanish
•
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
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•
Modern Greek
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•
Japanese
•
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•
Italian
•
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•
•
•
•
•
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•
•
•
•
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•
Matrix – Authority subjects
•
•
•
Chemistry
•
Indonesian
•
German Extension
•
•
German
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•
Chinese
•
•
French
Languages 0ther than English
Mathematics C
Philosophy and Reason
Mathematics B
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Biology
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Mathematics A
Logic
Hospitality Studies
Mathematics
Home Economics
Home Economics
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•
This table shows senior subjects (Years 11 and 12) only. Please contact schools to confirm subject offerings, as these may change
without notice. Not all subjects are available to all year levels. Some subjects and programs mentioned in this publication are offered
in the distance education mode. Some subjects and programs mentioned in this publication attract additional fees.
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Balmoral SHS
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Brisbane SHS
•
•
Centenary SHS
C
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• •
C
•
•
•
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•
Craigslea SHS
Indooroopilly SHS
Kedron SHS
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Mt Gravatt SHS
North Lakes SC
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•
C
C
•
C
C
C
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•
Rochedale SHS
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C
•
Nyanda SHS
Sunnybank SHS
C
C •
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•
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•
•
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C
C
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C
C
C
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C •
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•
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C •
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The Gap SHS
•
•
Whites Hill SC
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Cairns SHS
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•
C C
Smithfield SHS
•
Trinity Bay SHS
•
•
•
Benowa SHS
•
Elanora SHS
•
Helensvale SHS
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•
•
C
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•
•
C
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C
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Robina SHS
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C
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C •
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• •
•
Caloundra SHS
• •
•
Chancellor SC
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C C
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Coolum SHS
C
Kawana Waters SC
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C
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C
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C
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C
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Maroochydore SHS
Sunshine Beach SHS
C
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C
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C
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Mountain Creek SHS
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Bribie Island SHS
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•
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Upper Coomera SC
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C
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C
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Miami SHS
C
C •
Keebra Park SHS
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•
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Merrimac SHS
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C
C •
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•
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C
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C
C
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Kenmore SHS
Mitchelton SHS
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•
C
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C
C
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C
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•
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Information Communications Technology
C
•
Kelvin Grove SC
Technology Studies
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•
•
Ferny Grove SHS
Harristown SHS
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C
C C
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C
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•
Yeronga SHS
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•
C
Varsity SC
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C
•
Early Childhood Practices
C
Children’s Services
•
Child Studies
Work Education
Business and Commerce
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•
Cavendish Road SHS
Corinda SHS
Tourism
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•
Business
•
Visual Arts Studies
Music (Performance)
Music (Instrumental)
Music (Industry Skills)
Music (Contemporary Foundation)
Music (Choral)
Music
Multimedia
Media
Printing and Graphic Media
Photography
Preforming Arts
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Alexandra Hills SHS
Matrix – Authority registered subjects
Fashion
Drama and Theatre Studies
Design
Dance
Arts in Practice
The Arts
OPs are used in the selection
of students for tertiary
education courses.
Aeronautical Science and Design
Levels of achievement in
Authority-registration subjects
are used to determine a
students Overall Position (OP).
Aerospace Studies
Authority registered
subjects
Creative Arts (Arts, Craft and Design)
Subject matrix Authority registered subjects
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C
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C
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•
C
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C
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C
C
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C
C
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•
C
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•
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C
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C
C
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C
C
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C
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C
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C
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C
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C
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•
•
C
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•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
C
C
•
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•
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•
•
C
C
•
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•
•
•
C
C
C
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
C
•
C
•
C
•
•
C
•
C
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•
•
•
•
•
•
C
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•
•
•
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•
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•
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•
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•
•
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•
C
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•
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•
C
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C
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•
Social and Community Studies
Social and Community Studies
Horticulture
Agriculture and Horticulture
Applied Science
Sciences
Marine and Aquatic Practices
Marine and Aquatic Practices
Pre-Vocational Mathematics
Practical Numeracy
Consumer Mathematics
Literacy and Numeracy
Literacy and Numeracy
Manufacturing (Practical Applications)
Furnishing
Engineering Manufacturing Studies
C
Building and Construction Studies
Industrial Graphics
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•
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•
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•
•
C
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•
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•
•
•
•
C
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•
•
C
•
•
Matrix – Authority registered subjects
Industry Technology
Kitchen Operations
Hospitality
Catering
Hospitality and Catering
Surf Lifesaving (Public Safety)
Recreation Studies
Physical Recreation
English Communication
English
Industrial Skills
C •
•
Automotive Practices
•
This table shows senior subjects (Years 11 and 12) only. Please contact schools to confirm subject offerings, as these may change
without notice. Not all subjects are available to all year levels. Some subjects and programs mentioned in this publication are offered
in the distance education mode. Some subjects and programs mentioned in this publication attract additional fees.
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C
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Sports matrix
3,4
Cavendish Road SHS
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2,3
2-4
2,3
•
Indooroopilly SHS
3,4
2,3
1,2
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3
2
•
•
•
2,3
2,3
Mitchelton SHS
3
1
Mt Gravatt SHS
2
2,3
2-3
2,3
2,3
2,3
Kelvin Grove SC
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Sports matrix
Kenmore SHS
North Lakes SC
4
Nyanda SHS
Rochedale SHS
Sunnybank SHS
•
2
2,3
2,3
2,3
•
2,3
Whites Hill SC
2,3
Smithfield SHS
3
1,2
Trinity Bay SHS
3.4
1
Yeronga SHS
1,4
Benowa SHS
3,4
Elannora SHS
4
•
1,4
2,3
1-4
3
1,2
Miami SHS
3
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•
3
4
3
•
Keebra Park SHS
1,2
1,2
1,2
1-3
1-3
3
•
•
4
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•
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•
1,2
2,3
2,3
4
4
1
1,4
1
•
4
1-3
•
1,2
1-3
•
2-3
2-3
•
2-3
1-3
2,3
2,3
2
2
2,3
2,3
1,2
1,2
Gym
•
•
Golf
4
Futsal
Fitness
2-3
•
Fishing
1,2
Fencing
1,2
European handball
•
Dragon boat racing
1-3
•
Diving
1
•
•
1
1,2
1-3
•
•
1
1,4
2
2,3
1-3
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•
2
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1
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•
1,4
•
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•
1,4
1,2
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•
•
1
•
2
4
2,3
2,3
•
•
•
•
2,3
2,3
2
3
•
2
2,4
1
•
2
•
1-3
3-4
4
•
•
1-4
•
1-4
4
1
•
2,3
1-3
1-3
4
1
1
4
1•
•
•
•
1
2
4
1
2
2
1
2
•
•
1
2
1-3
1-3
1
2
2,3
•
2,3
1,4
2
2
1,2
•
•
1,4
2
•
•
1,2
1-3
1-3
3,4
2
1,2
1,2
1-3
1-3
1,3
2
•
•
•
1,2
1,2
1,2
•
•
•
•
1,2
1,2
1,2
1,2
1,2
1,2
3
•
•
•
•
1-3
1-3
•
•
1-3
3,4
3-4
4
1,2
1,2
1,2
3,4
•
•
3,4
1,2
•
Robina SHS
Upper Coomera SC
3-4
1.2
•
Merrimac SHS
1-2
1-3
2-3
Cairns SHS
Helensvale SHS
•
2
1-3
•
3
•
1
•
1-3
The Gap SHS
•
1
3
Kedron SHS
•
1
Craigslea SHS
Ferny Grove SHS
•
2
•
Corinda SHS
•
2,3
2,3
Centenary SHS
4
•
1-3
Hockey (girls)
Brisbane SHS
•
1-3
Hockey (boys)
Balmoral SHS
Dance
1-2
Cross country
•
1
Cricket
3-4
Bodyboarding
3
Boating
Baseball
Alexandra Hills SHS
Board games
Badminton
= All year
Beach volleyball
Australian Rules (AFL)
•
Basketball (boys)
Athletics
•
1, 2, 3, 4 = School terms
Basketball (girls)
Aerobic (Zumba)
KEY:
BMX/skateboard/scooter
Locate sports featured
in our schools.
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1,4
1,4
1,2
•
•
1-4
3,4
•
1-4
•
3,4
•
1
2
•
1,2
3
1-2
4
4
•
2
1,2
2
1-4
•
1,2
•
•
•
1-4
4
1
•
4
1-4
•
•
3,4
1-4
•
•
1,2
2
•
2
3,4
1-4
•
•
•
1
2
4
•
•
1,4
2,3
•
Varsity SC
3
2,3
•
•
Caloundra SHS
3,4
1,2
1,2
1,2
Chancellor SC
2,3
2,4
1,2
1,2
3
2,3
Bribie Island SHS
Coolum SHS
•
Kawana Waters SC
4
Maroochydore SHS
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•
•
3,4
2
•
•
2
•
2
3
4
2
2,3
2,3
2,3
2,3
2,3
1-3
1,2
1,2
1
1
1,2
2
3,4
3,4
•
•
•
1-3
2
1,2
•
1,2
1,2
Mountain Creek SHS
Sunshine Beach SHS
3
2
2,3
1,4
1,4
1,4
2,3
2,3
Harristown SHS
•
1
2,3
4
1,4
2
2,3
1,2
1
2
3
2
1-3
•
1-3
2
•
1
3
1,2
1,4
2,3
2-4
2
3
2,3
•
2,3
3
2,3
2,3
2,3
•
•
•
•
1-3
•
3
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
2,3
3-4
•
•
2,3
2,3
•
•
1-4
3
1-3
•
2,3
•
1
2,3
1
2,3
4
•
1,2
3,4
3,4
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
2-4
2,3
2-4
1
•
1,4
1
3
1
3,4
1
1,3
3
Volleyball
Water polo
Yoga
1
1-3
•
•
•
2,3
1,4
•
1
1,4
1-3
1-3
1
1,2
1,2
2
1-2
•
4
•
1
1-3
1,4
2
3.4
1
•
•
•
•
•
1-4
1-4
1-4
1-4
2,3
4
2-3
1-4
3
•
•
•
1-4
•
1
1,4
1,2
3,4
•
2
1,2
•
3
1-3
•
•
1-4
3,4
3-4
•
•
•
•
•
1
1,2
•
•
4
3
•
1,4
1
•
3
1
2,3
2
1,3
2,3
2,3
3
2-3
2,3
2,3
2,3
2
3
•
2
3
•
1,2
3,4
1,4
1,4
•
1,2
3,4
1-2
4
1-3
1-4
•
2
1,4
1,2
3,4
1,2
•
•
•
2,3
1,4
•
•
3,4
•
4
1,2
•
3,4
4
•
1-3
•
2
1
3,4
1,4
1,2
3
1,4
1,4
1
1-3
1-4
•
1
4
3,4
1
4
1,2
•
1-4
1,4
•
1,4
•
3
•
4
•
3,4
1-4
•
•
4
2,3
•
•
•
•
2,3
•
•
•
3
2
•
•
1
•
3,4
4
•
3,4
1,4
•
•
1,2
2,3
•
•
3
1-3
•
1,2
•
1-3
•
4
•
•
1-3
1,4
•
2,3
4
2,3
1-3
•
1,2
•
2
1-3
3
2-4
1,2
3
1
•
1,3
1
2
•
2,3
1,4
1
2,3
1,2
•
1
1-3
•
•
1
2,3
1-4
2
•
2-3
1-4
•
1,2
1-3
2-4
1
•
•
•
•
•
•
2,3
1,2
•
•
2-4
•
•
1,2
•
•
•
•
3-4
•
•
4
3,4
3,4
1
•
1-4
•
1,4
•
1,2
3,4
•
2-4
1-3
•
1,4
2,3
•
1
1
•
1-3
4S
1,2
4
2,3
•
•
1,2
3,4
3
3-4
1-4
3,4
•
3
1,4
4
1,2
•
1-3
4
2,3
1,2
•
1-3
2
•
4•
2,3
4
1,4
2,3
3
2,3
1
1-3
•
•
1,2
1,4
•
2-4
•
•
3,4
1,2
2-4
1,2
•
•
2,3
2,3
2
4
2,3
•
•
2-4
2,3
1-3
1-3
1,4
3-4
1,4
3
2,3
2,3
1-2
2,3
1,4
1-3
2,3
•
•
1-3
1
1
4
1-3
•
Triathlon
1
2,3
Touch football
1,2
2,3
Tenpin bowling
1
1
Tennis
1,4
2,3
•
2,3
Track and field
1
2-4
2-4
Table tennis
4
1
2-4
•
Swimming
1-2
1
2,3
2,3
Surf lifesaving
•
•
2,3
1,4
Surfing /body boarding
1-3
Snorkeling
1-2
2-3
Sports Matrix
2,3
1-3
3
Snooker
2,3
•
Softball
3
1
Squash
4
Soccer
3-4
4
Rugby union
•
Rugby league (girls)
•
Rugby league
•
Rowing
Power walking
2-3
Rock climbing
Oz Tag
•
Rhythmic gymnastics
Orienteering/outdoor activities
•
2,3
Recreational sports
Newcombe
Lawn bowls
1-2
Netball
La crosse
Kayaking
Ice-skating
•
1,4
1,4
•
1,2
•
•
1,2
1
•
1,4
•
1,4
2,3
•
3,4
•
2-4
1
2,3
•
•
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Postal Address
PO Box 15050
City East QLD 4002
Australia
Email
Telephone
[email protected]
+61 7 3224 6958
Website
Fax
www.eqi.com.au
+61 7 3224 6973
CRICOS Provider Number 00608A
Disclaimer
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The materials presented in this document are distributed by the Department of Education, Training and Employment as
an information source only. The department makes no statements, representations or warranties about the accuracy or
completeness of, and you should not rely on, any information contained in this publication. The department disclaims
all responsibility and all liability (including, without limitation, liability in negligence) for all expenses, losses, damages
and costs you might incur as a result of the information being inaccurate or incomplete in any way.

Queensland Government Schools

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