Queensland Government Schools School Profile Handbook
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Queensland Government schools School profile handbook Department of Education and Training trading as Education Queensland International CRICOS Provider Code: 00608A Welcome Contents The Queensland Government welcomes Why study in a Queensland Government school 1 international students... Programs Queensland is renowned for its world-class education - Primary school 2 system, and the Queensland Government is delighted - High School Preparation 2 to offer international students the opportunity to be part of one of the leading growth economies - Junior and Senior High School 2 in Australia. (Study Abroad component) Education Queensland International (EQI) is - Junior and Senior High School 2 the Queensland Government’s dedicated team of - International Baccalaureate 3 professionals that specialises in managing the needs The Queensland education system 4 of international students and their families. Guide to year level equivalents by country 5 Queensland Government schools provide students with the best choice of pathways, enabling Homestay 6 them to achieve their academic, career and personal School Profiles development goals in a supportive and healthy environment. - Brisbane 8 Safety, academic excellence, natural beauty, - Cairns 38 competitive living costs and a healthy outdoor lifestyle - Gold Coast 46 make Queensland the best choice for an overseas - Sunshine Coast 60 study experience. - Toowoomba 72 We look forward to welcoming you to Queensland! Queensland Academies 76 Group Study Tours 78 EQI Holiday Adventure Programs 80 Glossary of Abbreviations 81 Subject Matrix (Authority Subjects) 82 Subject Matrix (Authority Registered Subjects) 84 Sports Matrix 86 Destinations Queensland Government schools are situated in many exciting locations throughout the state. Students can choose to study in modern, sophisticated cities or relaxed country areas and coastal communities, close The Great Barrier Reef to national parks, rainforests, reefs, and some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. Three international airports, and a network of domestic airports, provide convenient access and get students anywhere they Cairns want to be! Queensland Sunshine Coast Toowoomba Brisbane Gold Coast Australia Brisbane (page 8) Jan - Mar Apr - Jun Jul - Sep Oct - Dec 30C-28C 27C-22C 22C-25C 27C-29C 21C-20C 17C-11C 9C-14C 16C-20C The capital of Queensland, Brisbane is a modern, diverse city that offers a perfect blend of lively city life and a relaxed, friendly lifestyle. It is serviced by a convenient public transport system, including an extensive ferry network, 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! Cairns (page 38) Jan - Mar Apr - Jun Jul - Sep Oct - Dec 32C-30C 29C-26C 25C-28C 29C-31C 23C-21C 21C-15C 17 C-18C 20C-23C 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 a well-established local infrastructure. Cairns has a diverse industry base encompassing domestic and international tourism, agriculture, manufacturing, mining, fishing and information technology. Gold Coast (page 46) Jan - Mar Apr - Jun Jul - Sep Oct - Dec 28C-27C 25C-21C 21C-23C 25C-27C 21C-20C 18C-13C 12C-15C 16C-20C 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 the 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 industries. Sunshine Coast (page 60) Jan - Mar Apr - Jun Jul - Sep Oct - Dec 28C-27C 25C-21C 21C-24C 25C-28C 21C-19C 17C-11C 9C-13C 15C-20C 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. This stretch of coast features beachside tourist precincts, rural hinterland and urban centres. Toowoomba (page 72) Jan - Mar Apr - Jun Jul - Sep Oct - Dec 27C-25C 23C-15C 16C-21C 24C-27C 17C-15C 12C-9C 6C-8C 11C-16C Sitting high on the Great Dividing Range, Toowoomba is known as the ‘Garden City’. Its wide tree-lined streets, parks, gardens and historic buildings give the city a touch of old-world charm. 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. Why study in a Queensland Government school Student support The top 10 reasons for choosing Queensland Queensland Government schools understand the needs 1. exceptional support of international students and have a special support 2. great climate for outdoors team at each school 3. competitive cost of living ›› International Student Coordinator: provides academic 4. school-arranged and monitored homestay and pastoral guidance to international students 5. free airport pick-up ›› Homestay Coordinator: organises placement and ensures 6. excellent ratio of Australian to international students students have an enjoyable homestay experience 7. must-see local attractions ›› Guidance Officer: provides specialist counselling and 8. wide range of subjects advice on academic pathways, career options and 9. flexible study plan personal wellbeing. 10. friendly and healthy lifestyle 24 hour care Student support All international students have 24-hour emergency Queensland Government schools understand the needs of assistance and multilingual support available. international students and have a special support team at each school. Healthy lifestyle • International Student Coordinator: provides academic and pastoral guidance to international students Queensland enjoys Australia’s best climate, and is known for its active outdoor lifestyle that allows students • Homestay Coordinator: organises placement and ensures a wide range of activities. Students can be part of the students have an enjoyable homestay experience vibrant music and arts scene, or enjoy weekend activities • Guidance Officer: provides specialist counselling and involving sport, relaxation or adventure. advice on academic pathways, career options and personal wellbeing. Close to nature All international students have 24-hour emergency assistance and multilingual support available. International visitors and Australians alike are attracted to Queensland’s natural beauty. Healthy lifestyle Queensland offers extensive city parklands, beautiful Queensland enjoys a wonderful sub-tropical climate, and is surf beaches, pristine rainforests, the world-famous known for its active outdoor lifestyle that allows students a wide Great Barrier Reef and Australia’s amazing outback. range of activities. Students can be part of the vibrant music and arts scene, or enjoy weekend activities involving sport, relaxation No matter where you’re studying, you are sure to enjoy or adventure. Queensland’s unique natural environments. Close to nature Facilities International visitors and Australians alike are attracted to Queensland’s natural beauty. Queensland offers extensive city Government schools have undergone an Australian parklands, beautiful surf beaches, pristine rainforests, the world- Government initiative to enhance facilities. New school famous Great Barrier Reef and Australia’s amazing outback. buildings and classrooms place Queensland Government schools amongst the most modern institutions servicing No matter where you’re studying, you are sure to enjoy international students in the world, with programs Queensland’s unique natural environments. and facilities that cater for their education, health and Facilities wellbeing. Government schools have undergone an Australian Government Facilities include: initiative to enhance facilities. New school buildings and ›› international student centres classrooms place Queensland Government schools amongst the ›› school halls most modern institutions in the world servicing international students with programs and facilities that cater for their ›› science and computer laboratories education, health and wellbeing. Facilities include: ›› resource centres ›› international student centres ›› resource centres ›› sports fields ›› school halls ›› sports fields ›› cafeterias ›› science and computer ›› cafeterias ›› English as a second language (ESL) support. laboratories 1 Programs PS Primary School HSP High School Preparation (Intensive English) EQI has 16 schools that offer programs for primary school students. All international students receive EQI’s High School Preparation (HSP) program is an support from caring teachers as they participate in intensive English language program that prepares regular classroom activities. students