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Education Queensland International CRICOS Provider Number 00608A SCHOOL PROFILES 2011/2012 Contents Fees

PROGRAMS 01 2012 PROGRAM Fee (AUD$) PERIOD High School Preparation Primary School (Years 4-7 ) 10 635.00 1 academic year (12 months) Graduate High School - Graduate 11,650.00 1 academic year Primary (Years 8-10) (12 months) Study Abroad High School - Graduate 13,170.00 1 academic year International Baccalaureate (Years 11 -12) (12 months) International Baccalaureate 14,987.00 1 academic year (Years 11-12) (12 months) REGION AND SCHOOL PROFILES 7,818.50 1 semester (6 months) Region profile – Brisbane 02 High School Preparation 355.00 1 week (each school Brisbane map 03 term is approximately 10 weeks) Brisbane schools 04–25 High School - Study Abroad1 11,650.00 1 academic year (Years 8-10) (12 months) Region profile – Cairns 26 9,180.00 3 terms (9 months) Cairns map 27 6,120.00 1 semester (6 months) Cairns schools 28–31 3,200.00 1 term (3 months)

High School - Study Abroad1 13,170.00 1 academic year Region profile – Gold Coast 32 (Years 11-12) (12 months) Gold Coast map 33 10,365.00 3 terms (9 months) Gold Coast schools 34–43 6,910.00 1 semester (6 months) 3,900.00 1 term (3 months) Region profile – Sunshine Coast 44 Homestay: Brisbane, Cairns, Gold 245.00 per week Sunshine Coast map 45 Coast, Sunshine Coast Sunshine Coast schools 46–53 Homestay: All other regional centres 205.00 per week Overseas Student Health Cover 480.00 1 year (OSHC)2 Region profile – Toowoomba 54 360.00 9 months Toowoomba map 55 240.00 6 months Toowoomba schools 56–57 120.00 3 months Holiday Adventure: Cairns TBA 1 week (approx) GLOSSARY OF ABBREVIATIONS 59 (ex Brisbane) July/Sept Holiday Adventure: Sydney TBA 1 week (approx) SUBJECT MATRIX (ex Brisbane) July/Sept Authority subjects 60–61 Holiday Adventure: Southern Safari – TBA 2 weeks (approx) Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra Authority registered subjects 62–63 (ex Brisbane) Nov–Dec Holiday Adventure: Red Centre – TBA 2 weeks (approx) EQI CONTACT DETAILS Back Cover Central NSW, SA, NT, QLD (ex Brisbane) Sept–Oct

Note on fees – all courses 1. All extensions to Study Abroad programs will be charged according to the current fee and duration of the extension. 2. This is an annual fee determined by the health cover provider, which may rise subject to pricing conditions. • 2011 published fees will apply from 1 January – 31 December 2011. All fees and charges are subject to change after this date. • All fees must be paid in Australian dollars in advance for 12 months or the duration of the course (if less than 12 months).

SCHOOL TERM DATES 2010 2011 2012

Term 1 27 January – 1 April 24 January – 15 April 23 January – 30 March Add school calendar Term 2 13 April – 25 June 26 April – 24 June 10 April – 22 June

Term 3 12 July – 17 September 11 July – 16 September 9 July – 21 September

Term 4 4 October – 10 December * 3 October – 9 December * 8 October – 14 December *

*2010 – Year 12 students finish on 19 November. Years 10 and 11 students finish on 26 November. *2011 – Year 12 students finish on 18 November. Years 10 and 11 students finish on 25 November. *2012 – Year 12 students finish on 23 November. Years 10 and 11 students finish on 30 November.

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HIGH SCHOOL PREPARATION (HSP) HSP Students receive additional English support throughout their course of study (if required). EQI’s High School Preparation (HSP) program is an intensive English language program that prepares Requirements: Students must live with a parent or close students for mainstream high school studies. relative (step parent, aunt, uncle or grandparent) for the duration of the enrolment. Students develop their English proficiency, academic language and study skills required for subjects such as Program length: Minimum 6 months to 4 years Mathematics, Science, Technology, Studies of Society Age: 9–12 years and Literature. The HSP program features: School year level: 4–7 ›› 10 week modules Visa requirements: Student visa › maximum of 18 students per class › Program entry: Years 4– 7 ›› 25 hours of instruction per week ›› school integration

›› qualified English teachers STUDY ABROAD | Programs / Fees Contents Program length: 10–40 weeks* The Study Abroad program is a high school experience

Age: 13–18 years providing opportunities to pursue personal, cultural and academic goals. School year level: 8–12 Visa requirements: Student visa Students integrate into the school community, improve their English proficiency and learn about Australian Program entry: Students may enrol at the beginning of culture before returning home to continue their studies. any school term Study in Queensland is re-validated by several education * Depending on student’s English level. systems abroad.** Program length: 1 term – 3 terms or one academic year. GRADUATE Age: 13–18 years The Graduate program is designed for students seeking School year level: 8–12 to graduate high school in Queensland and qualify for Visa requirements: Student visa tertiary study in Australia or abroad. Travel: As per EQI’s travel policy Students can choose from over 50 schools throughout Program entry: Students may enrol at the beginning Queensland. Each school provides the highest standard of any school term. of teaching and care and also offers specialised courses, Schools Government Queensland sports, arts and languages. ** EQI recommends that students verify credit recognition in their home country. Students who successfully complete Years 11 and 12 will receive the internationally recognised Queensland IB Certificate of Education. INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE Program length: Minimum 1.5 years The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma program is a world recognised curriculum available in selected Age: 13–18 years Queensland schools.*** School year level: 8–12 Upon successful completion of Years 11 and 12, students Visa requirements: Student visa are awarded the Queensland Certificate of Education in Program entry: Years 8–11 addition to an IB Certificate. Students wishing to enrol in the IB program should have PRIMARY achieved high academic results in a range of subjects prior to entry. EQI has several schools that offer programs for primary *** Additional fees apply. school students. All international students receive support from caring teachers as they participate in regular classroom activities.

01 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 including 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 Student experience Some of Brisbane’s many places of interest include: • Southbank Parklands – including a riverbank When I first arrived in Brisbane I was promenade, city beach, waterways, themed attractions, surprised to see how big it is. Before I came cafes, restaurants and many international events to Queensland I knew about Sydney only, but • Queensland Cultural Centre – two of Australia’s finest Brisbane is so beautiful and clean compared to art galleries – the Queensland Art Gallery and the Vietnamese cities. Gallery of Modern Art, the excellent Queensland I go out every weekend with my friends to do Museum, State Library and the Queensland Performing something different. We usually take the bus Arts Complex to Chinatown or go by ferry to Southbank for • Mount Coot-tha summit lookout – the best view of a picnic. Brisbane can be seen from this lookout.

I’d like to stay in Brisbane after high school, TERTIARY EDUCATION PROVIDERS IN THE I plan to study at university here. BRISBANE REGION Nguyen Lan • Queensland University of Technology Vietnam • University of Queensland • Griffith University • Central Queensland University • Australian Catholic University • Bremer Institute of TAFE KEY HIGHLIGHTS • Brisbane North Institute of TAFE • Brisbane is the capital city of one of Australia’s fastest • Logan Institute of TAFE growing state economies • Metropolitain South TAFE • Moreton Institute of TAFE • In 2008, Loughborough University classified Brisbane as • Southbank Institute of Technology a global city in its World Cities Study Group’s inventory • Yeronga Institute of TAFE • Brisbane is just hours drive to beautiful Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast beaches • It is also the largest Australian provider of the multi- million 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 and Brisbane is also home to a key Boeing Aircraft facility. Brisbane schools

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KEY HSP CBD (SHS) State high school Suburb Main road High School Preparation Central Business District (SS) State primary school Airport Train line IB International Baccalaureate (SC) State college 02 03 Alexandra Hills State High School

Year established 1987 Phone +61 7 3820 1444 Number of students 1400 Fax +61 7 3820 1400 Street address Windemere Rd, Alexandra Hills Website www.alexhillshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4161, Australia

School overview Alexandra Hills SHS is set amidst native vegetation with our own resident koalas. Our school provides a quality education where students are both challenged and supported, achieving outstanding results, in a well ordered, caring environment. Experienced, highly qualified teachers work individually with students of all ability levels, while being well supported with good facilities and equipment. As a member of the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy (QMEA), students are advantaged by industry experience and scholarships. THREEeasons r to choose ALEXANDRA HILLS state high school • Well established, welcoming school in a natural bushland setting • High level of student support provided by professional team • Richness of school life supported by extensive curricular and extracurricular activities

SPECIAL PROGRAMS ASWARD • Annual study tours to Germany, Italy and Japan • Queensland Showcase Award winner for excellence • External learning programs for Chinese, French, in the Senior Phase of Learning Indonesian, Japanese, Polish, Russian and Spanish • High Distinction and Distinction in Westpac Maths • Mentoring program for high achieving students with and ICAS Competition in Science, Australian National business professionals Chemistry Quiz and Rio Tinto Big Science Competition • Industry placements on certificate courses such as • Winners in a range of eisteddfods Automotive, Hospitality, Certificate III in Fitness, • National Champions – aerobics Children’s Services and Aged Care • Outstanding dance program other highlights • Griffith University valued partner EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Member of the QMEA • Rocket Club (science) • Ready access to Stradbroke Island • Dance troupes • International Club SPORTS • Music ensembles Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Debating and public speaking • Year 11 leadership camp Basketball (Girls) Basketball (Girls) Basketball Basketball • Range of academic competitions Squash Squash Squash Squash • Environment Club Softball Softball languages Touch football(Boys) Touch football(Boys) Rugby league Rugby league • German • Spanish Touch football(Girls) Touch football(Girls) OZ Tag OZ Tag • Italian • Japanese Volleyball (Boys) Volleyball (Boys) Beach volleyball Beach volleyball SCHOOL FACILITIES Yoga Yoga Yoga Yoga • New languages building • Automotive workshop Baseball Baseball Australian rules Australian rules • Large dance studios Beach volleyball Beach volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • Film and Television editing suite (Girls) (Girls) • Stage sound and lighting Rugby union Rugby union • Gymnasium, pool and tennis courts, three ovals Aerobics Aerobics Dance Dance opposite the school • Multimedia laboratory Lawn bowls Lawn bowls Gym Gym • Extended Experimental Science laboratory Power walking Power walking Power walking Power walking • Laptops for each student years 10 to 12 Netball Netball Netball Netball tertiary pathways Soccer Soccer Soccer • Exclusive access to Queensland Minerals and Energy Cricket Cricket Cricket Cricket Academy scholarships Tenpin bowling Tenpin bowling Tenpin bowling Tenpin bowling • Direct entry to Metropolitan South TAFE diploma courses • Griffith University scholarship program Tennis Tennis Tennis Tennis • Southbank Institute of Technology — diploma courses Balmoral State High School

Year established 1959 Phone +61 7 3823 8588 Number of students 530 Fax +61 7 3823 8500 Street address Corner of Thynne Road and Lytton Rd, Website www.balmoralshs.eq.edu.au Morningside QLD 4170, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Balmoral SHS offers students ‘REAL OPPORTUNITIES, REAL OUTCOMES AND REAL FUTURES’. 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. Our school enjoys a reputation for genuine excellence in quality education. The school is located five kilometres from the CBD, situated in the leafy green eastern suburbs adjacent to the relaxed precinct of Oxford Street, Bulimba. THREE reasons to choose ALEXANDRA HILLS state high school THREEeasons r to choose balmoral state high school • Well established, welcoming school in a natural bushland setting • Gateway Aerospace School, in partnership with Boeing Australia Limited, the University of Queensland and Griffith University • High level of student support provided by professional team • Outstanding student support and integration with structured orientation and ongoing opportunities to build friendships • Richness of school life supported by extensive curricular and extracurricular activities with Australian students • Relationships‑focused, individually tailored and flexible programs with small class sizes

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • Aerospace Studies • State Winner for school based trainees and apprentices SHS | Balmoral SHS Hills • Film and Television • Champion Gateway District Sporting School 2008 • Fine Arts and Photography • Hospitality and Tourism other hIGHLIGHTS • Music – concert band, stage band, • Outstanding OP results instrumental tuition • Annual ski trip • Recreation Studies • Annual Wildwords festival and Big Night Out • Virtual subjects by request • Strong culture of student support and integration • Mathematics • International students selected for national volleyball • Volleyball team and futsal squad Brisbane region Brisbane EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES SPORTS • Boeing Enterprise Team Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Clubs – environment, Amnesty International • Instrumental program Swimming Athletics Athletics Recreational carnival sport • Annual student multimedia performance • Magazine committee Futsal Futsal Futsal Skateboarding languages Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • Japanese Cricket Soccer Soccer • Italian AFL Hockey Hockey • Mentored external/virtual classes in German, French, Basketball Basketball Basketball Vietnamese, Chinese Softball (Girls) Netball (Girls) Netball (Girls) Netball SCHOOL FACILITIES Squash Rugby union Rugby union Rugby union • Creative arts precinct (Boys) (Boys) • Film and Television editing suite • Extensive sporting fields Touch football Cross country Touch football • Industry standard hospitality facilities Smartmoves Smartmoves Smartmoves • Modern library and resource centre – ballgames, – ballgames, – ballgames, • Metalwork and woodwork shop bocce, frisbee, bocce, frisbee, bocce, frisbee, walking, T-Ball walking, T-Ball walking, T-Ball • Photography darkroom • Two tennis courts, two basketball courts Tenpin bowling Dragon boat racing Dragon boat racing • Networked computer laboratories Tennis Tennis Tennis Fishing tertiary pATHways Gym Gym Gym Gym • University of Queensland – direct entry partnership for Aerospace Studies, Engineering • Griffith University partner school

04 05 Brisbane State High School

Year established 1921 Phone +61 7 3291 4111 Number of students 2025 Fax +61 7 3291 4100 Street address 150 Vulture Street, South Brisbane Website www.brisbaneshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4101, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Brisbane SHS is a selective-entry high school whose graduates comprise a large proportion of Brisbane’s leading academic and business communities. The school motto translates as ‘KNOWLEDGE IS POWER’. Brisbane SHS 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.

THREEeasons r to choose 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 associations of GPS and QGSSSA

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • Queensland University of Technology (QUT) partnership – • Maths Prizes awarded to the top 50 students in Year 11 students doing first year QUT subjects Australia each year. 20 Brisbane State High students • Aerospace Studies – direct entry into UQ and QUT received Prizes through Years 8–12 • Australian Technology Network Link with universities to • Australasian Schools Competition – 70 high distinctions study Infomechatronics – Robotics and Electronics in Maths and 36 high distinctions in English • Built Environment – four architectural studies scholarships • First Place – QGSSSA Premiers in basketball, rhythmic with architectural firm to pay university fees gymnastics and soccer • Reverse Engineering Australia Technology Hub school – • First Place – GPS Premiers in basketball Formula 1 (F1) Schools Innovation Challenge • RACI Australian National Chemistry Quiz – three awards for • Fast track Maths program excellence (top 0.6% of 1000 entrants from 15 countries) • English Extension • Second Place – National Geographic Australian Geography EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Competition • Music programs – instrumental, symphony orchestra, • Queensland University of Technology Faculty of Built concert band, concert and chamber choir Environment and Engineering – Engineering Technology • Drama, dance and stage productions Award 2006 – Aerospace Studies Award 2006 and 2007 • Sporting competition within the Greater Public Schools’ • Spirit of Boeing Award 2007 Association (GPS) and the Queensland Girls’ Secondary • GE Aviation Aeroskills Scholarship 2007 Schools Sports Association (QGSSSA) SPORTS LANGUAGES • French • Japanese Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • German • Modern Greek Swimming Hockey (B and G) Hockey (B and G) Triathlon (B • Italian (B and G) and G) SCHOOL FACILITIES Cricket (B and G) Rhythmic Rhythmic Cricket (G) gymnastics gymnastics • Business education centre • Performing arts and music complex Touch football (G) Touch football (G) AFL AFL • Visual arts facility Rowing (B) Rowing (G) Rowing (G) Badminton (G) • Technology and design centre Debating (B) Debating (B) Tennis (B and G) Tennis (B) • Indoor sports centre, general purpose oval and sporting fields • Rowing sheds Basketball (G) Basketball (G) Basketball (B) Basketball (B) tertiary pATHways Senior Softball (G) Soccer (B and G) Soccer (B and G) Junior softball (G) Opportunity to study at university while still at school and Waterpolo (G) Waterpolo (B) Waterpolo receive credit for further tertiary study: (B and G) • University of Queensland Enhanced Studies (UQ) Chess (B) Chess (B)

• Start Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Cross country (G) Cross country Cross country (B) • Griffith University Guest Program (B and G) • Griffith artnershipP Program Volleyball (B) Volleyball (G) • QUT Business subject for accounting students • QUT Science Program – tertiary level subjects offered in Year 12 Rugby Rugby • Enhanced Studies Program in Political Science and Netball Mathematics with UQ Track and field Track and field (B and G) (B and G)

(B) Boys (G) Girls (B and G) Boys and Girls Cavendish Road State High School

Year established 1952 Phone +61 7 3394 0777 Number of students 3 126 Fax +61 7 3394 0700 Street address Cnr Holland and Cavendish Roads, Website www.cavroadshs.eq.edu.au Holland Park QLD 4121, Australia

Shoolverviec o w 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 CBD 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. THREEeasons r to choose CAVENDISH ROAD state high school • University subjects taught in school • Programs for gifted students including Science, Mathematics, Music Extension • Academies for Football Excellence, with partners in Australia’s A-League

SPECIAL PROGRAMS tertiary pATHways

• Brisbane Academy of Science offering guaranteed • Specialised academic pathways to University delivered SHS Road | Cavendish SHS Brisbane university entry upon completion including Bachelor of at school - University of Queensland: Credit recognition Biomedical Science program in Mathematics • University of Queensland Mathematics program offering • Griffith University: Guaranteed entry programs in advanced credit in related degree programs upon Mathematics and Science including Biomedical Science completion (Pre-Medical Degree) • Accelerated Honours in Mathematics Academy Program • Study at University program offered by local universities offering guaranteed second-year university entry upon completion A WARDS • Academy – Science and Mathematics • Opti Minds State Winners 2008-2010 • Academy – Performance Music • World Schools Football Premiers 2008 • Sporting Academy Programs – Football (Soccer), League/ • Maths Team Challenge Winners 2008-2010 Touch, Netball • State Football (Soccer) Premiers Boys and Girls region Brisbane • Design Course (VAD) • State Netball Silver Medal 2008 • Leadership Program • European Open Women Touch Champions • Instrumental Music • Three Peter Doherty Awards for Teaching Excellence in • Peer Support Program – Vertical Integration Science and two National Awards for Quality Schooling EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES OTHER HIGHLIGHTS • Air Force Cadets • Choir • Access to support staff – including ESL, counselling, • Concert band • Debating nurse, chaplain • Drum line • Kokoda challenge • Japanese sister school with Omiyo Koryo • Opti-MINDS • Percussion band • Italian sister school with Malignani Industrali un Udine • Photography • School magazine • Student exchange program with Germany and Japan • School musical • Ski trip • High achieving past students • Stage band • Student council • A comprehensive pastoral care and support program • Music festival • Symphonic band SPORTS LANGUAGES • German • Japanese Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Other languages offered through online delivery including Touch Soccer Netball Swimming Russian, Chinese, Italian and Spanish football SCHOOL FACILITIES Softball Tennis AFL Table tennis • Kinesiology and Bioscience Facility • eLearning and 1:1 ratio Basketball Badminton Squash Gym • 11 Networked Computer Labs and school wide wi-fi access Cricket Volleyball Tenpin bowling Fitness first • Dedicated Language Centre and Specialist Music Rooms Futsal Rugby league Rock climbing Skateboarding • Fully equipped gymnasium • Only Australian secondary school to have nationally accredited Academy program in Touch Football • Hi-fidelity video conferencing facilities with virtual learning teaching studios • Interactive whiteboards and a photography darkroom

06 07 Centenary State High School

Year established 1999 Phone +61 7 3373 4555 Number of students 1172 Fax +61 7 3373 4500 Street address 1 Moolanda Street, Jindalee Website www.centenaryshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4074, Australia

School overview Centenary SHS is an innovative academic school located in the leafy western suburbs of Brisbane. We support students to meet high expectations and to excel academically through high standards of teaching and opportunities for acceleration, including an extensive university links program that provides a headstart into their future studies. Students take part in a wide range of cultural, sporting and extracurricular activities in our world-class facilities, consistently winning awards for their performances. Our students at Centenary SHS receive individual support and care as they build their futures. THREEeasons r to choose CENTENARY state high school • Academic extension with direct university links • State-of-the-art world-class facilities in a natural setting • Active student support in a high expectations environment

SPECIAL PROGRAMS tertiary pATHways • Extension programs in all curriculum areas • Enhanced Studies Program – University of Queensland • University credit courses – Sciences, • Start Program – Queensland University of Technology Business, Economics • GUEST Program – Griffith University • Pursuit of Excellence Program • University credit subjects offered in Year 12 • Music Extension Year 12 – instrument , voice • Outstanding Dance, Drama, Film and Television programs A WARDS • Home Economics programs – support provided • Minister’s Creative Generation Arts Award • Highly awarded orchestra and bands • Queensland Young Playwright of the Year • Pathways for all students – academic, arts, • Australian Schools Science Competition Winners sporting, vocational • University of Queensland Science Ambassadors Program • EQ Showcase Award Winner 2007 EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • National Geographic Competition Winners • Camps – leadership, the arts • Multiple district, regional and state sports • School musicals and productions every year Championship Winners • Field trips and theatre visits • Young Filmmakers Queensland Winner • Young Achievers Australia and Ecoman Business • Business Entrepreneur Competition – State Winner Development programs • Gold and Silver in Fanfare Awards for School Bands • Centenary Rowing Club • Authors’ visits and workshops other hIGHLIGHTS • Wide range of academic competitions • Full integration of international students • A rich history of educational innovation languages • Annual ski trip • German • Chinese (Mandarin) • Support team of ESL, counselling and pastoral care staff • Other languages supported online – tutors available • Homestays in local suburbs SCHOOL FACILITIES SPORTS • World-class indoor sports centre • Industry standard arts theatre and auditorium Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Specialist dance studio and music rooms Golf Golf Golf Golf • Information technology and business centre Futsal Futsal Futsal Volleyball • Film and Television editing suite • Modern science laboratories Cross country Soccer Soccer • Outdoor fitness circuit Rowing Athletics Athletics Rowing • Favourable computer student ratio Swimming Rugby league Rugby league • Networked computer laboratories • Specialist cooking and sewing rooms Rugby union Rugby union Netball Hockey AFL Cleveland District State High School Year established 1956 Phone +61 7 3824 9222 Number of students 1350 Fax +61 7 3824 9200 Street address Russell Street, Cleveland Website www.clevdistshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4163, Australia

School overview Cleveland District SHS 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 our school and the wider community. Our school is committed to the development of lifelong learners who have the confidence and abilities necessary to face the challenges of our rapidly changing society. THREEeasons r to choose cleveland district state high school • Careful selection and monitoring of homestay families to ensure students have a happy, safe and enjoyable experience • Excellence programs in the arts, scientific research and the Bayside Sport Academy • Located on Brisbane’s bayside, on the shores of beautiful Moreton Bay, just 20 minutes from North Stradbroke Island SPECIAL PROGRAMS • High Distinctions – Australian Science, • Football and Volleyball Big Australian Science and Australian • Excellence Programs – Bayside Sport Academy Maths competitions • Excellence programs in the creative arts SHS | Cleveland SHS Centenary • Agricultural studies other hIGHLIGHTS • Business Studies and Computing • Council of International Schools • Certificate II in Visual Art and Contemporary Craft Accredited Member • Certificate II Sport (officiating) and Surfing • Students in state level orchestra • Multimedia, Film and Television • National Representatives – soccer, swimming, • Science research and technology futsal, touch, baseball • Individualised ESL tutoring • Senior students work a four day week to allow a day free for university, TAFE, EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES apprenticeships, traineeships or study • Dance, drama and music • Public speaking and debating SPORTS region Brisbane • Rocket club Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Sheep team Interschool Interschool Interschool Senior Sport • Surfing option to go home • Annual ski trip Touch football Soccer Soccer Soccer • Annual cultural exchange to Europe Volleyball (Boys) Volleyball (Girls) Volleyball (Girls) Volleyball languages Beach volleyball Touch football • French • Japanese • Chinese (Mandarin) (Boys) SCHOOL FACILITIES Softball (Girls) Hockey Hockey • Language laboratory Baseball (Boys) Netball Netball Netball • Creative arts precinct Cricket (Boys) Basketball Basketball • School farm (Open boys) (Open boys) • Gymnasium • Multimedia studio Recreational Recreational Recreational • Science research and technology laboratories Soccer Soccer Soccer tertiary pATHways Touch football Netball Netball • Griffith University – early admission, Basketball Basketball Basketball early enrolment Aerobic strength Aerobic strength Aerobic strength Aerobic strength • Griffith University Conservatorium of Music and conditioning and conditioning and conditioning and conditioning – early enrolment Volleyball Table tennis Table tennis • Access to components of TAFE modules Swimming Swimming A WARDS • Winner – Open Boys Southern Skies International Soccer Championships • Grand Champion – Brisbane Exhibition Agricultural Category

08 09 Corinda State High School Year established 1960 Phone +61 7 3379 0222 Number of students 1530 Fax +61 7 3379 6958 Street address 46 Pratten Street, Corinda Website www.corindashs.eq.edu.au QLD 4075, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Corinda State High School is a co-educational, multicultural school with an international focus catering for academic and vocational learners in Years 8 to 12. Our school vision is ‘GREAT LEARNERS, GREAT CITIZENS, GREAT FUTURES’ and our school has a reputation of high expectations valuing academic excellence. The school community is very proud of the long history of achievements gained by our students, and we continue to promote the ideal of ‘embracing change’ while ‘honouring tradition’. We have developed a school culture based on tradition, respect, responsibility and a strong work ethic. Our students have proven that they can rise to challenges and strive for excellence. THREEeasons r to choose 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

SPECIAL PROGRAMS • Awards at Fanfare, Brisbane Bands Festival, Melbourne Bands Festival • Strong focus and recognised success in Maths, Science and • Creative Generation – State Schools Onstage – performed at Accounting programs Concert Hall, QPAC – best talent from throughout the state • Excellence in Arts (dance, drama and the arts) • Agriculture – each year our students tour the show circuit to • Business and IT programs provide multiple pathways show animals – numerous ribbons, trophies and plaques • Innovative prevocational programs in hospitality, fashion • Rising Chefs of the Future Culinary Challenge for High Schools and industrial arts – a record of success with gold and silver medals judged by • QANTM Multimedia Certificate III world-class chefs • Innovative Agricultural Science program with a working farm • Success in competitions such as Robocup, Future Problem Solving competitions, Ambiwerra Fashion Platter Awards, EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Australian Schools English, Chemistry, Mathematics and • Instrumental Music Program – strings ensemble, Technology competitions wind ensemble, brass ensemble, big band and concert band • Enrichment camps – Heron Island University of Queensland other hIGHLIGHTS Program, Opti-MINDS, Robotics, Future Problem Solving Team As a school community we value our science disciplines, with an • Debating competitions emphasis on urban sciences including environmental science, • Environment committee agriculture and horticulture, climate change and food science. • Chefs of the Future (hospitality) competition Our goal is to become a centre for excellence in community • Human Powered Vehicle (HPV) competition (6 and 24 hour races) leadership. The development of our whole-school student • Duke of Edinburgh Awards Scheme leadership program empowers young people to be leaders within • All students study ballroom dancing as part of Physical Education their communities and beyond. • Interschool sport • Billy Cart Derby SPORTS • Griffith University Queensland College of Art Digital Challenge Terms 1 - 2 Terms 2 - 3 Terms 3 - 4 languages Swimming Rugby Union Swimming • French • Japanese • Spanish • German • Chinese (Mandarin) Cricket AFL Volleyball SCHOOL FACILITIES Golf Golf Golf • Agricultural learning centre and working farm Touch Football Soccer Soccer • Dance and drama studios • Photography darkroom Cross country Cross country • Indoor gymnasium and sports centre Gym Gym Gym • Modern library catering for needs of curriculum and student interests • Industrial arts facilities Ice-skating Ice-skating Ice-skating • State-of-the-art kitchens Basketball Netball Netball • Fully equipped presentation facilities and multimedia rooms • Science innovation centre Softball Softball Badminton • Healthy choices self-serve canteen Tenpin bowling Tenpin bowling Tenpin bowling tertiary pATHways Tennis Tennis Tennis • University Enhanced Studies Program – linked to UQ, QUT, USQ and Griffith University to study undergraduate degree subjects Walking program Walking program Walking program (Year 11) Baseball Athletics Athletics • Links with Queensland Conservatorium of Music and Queensland College of Art Table tennis Table tennis Table tennis A WARDS Volleyball Volleyball • Chemistry Quiz • Digital Design Challenge • Byte Awards • Selection of works in the Ministers Awards for Excellence in Art Craigslea State High School Year established 1975 Phone +61 7 3326 5222 Number of students 830 Fax +61 7 3326 5200 Street address Hamilton Road, Chermside West Website www.craigsleshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4032, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Five key aspects which underpin our curriculum are learning, respect, safety, people and partnerships. These distinct qualities are embedded in our everyday practices, ensuring all members of our school community are active citizens in a global society. Learning at Craigslea SHS takes place in a safe, supportive and disciplined environment. We have taught some of Australia’s most gifted students, who have excelled in academic studies (where a university pathway is guaranteed), in sports (where students have represented their country at the highest level), and in cultural achievements highly respected both locally and internationally. THREEeasons r to choose craigslea state high school • Craigslea has a strong academic heritage incorporated into a culturally diverse school with dynamic links to the community and well established links to all tertiary sectors • A centrally located campus close to the city, with easy access to both the Sunshine and Gold Coasts • World-class volleyball programs from which state, national and Olympic teams are selected

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS Corinda SHS | Craigslea SHS | Craigslea SHS Corinda • Leading science programs including Robotics • Highest award for a science student in the state and Viticulture (Peter Doherty Award)

• Schools of excellence in sport and music • Silver and Bronze awards in National (both junior and senior) Business Competition • Drama • Silver and Bronze awards for orchestra at • Orchestral and choral productions international competition • Student representative council • Consistent winners in annual Rising Chefs of the • Subject tutorials and ESL support Future competition • Independent Learning Centre Program • Finalist in aerobic competitions and Rock Eisteddfod EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Champion Queensland Volleyball school in region Brisbane • Cultural and sporting excursions interstate national titles and overseas • Staff have received Australia Day accolades for their • Debating contribution to education • School musical • Student scholarships for various university courses, languages locally and nationally • German • Japanese other hIGHLIGHTS • Council of International Schools Accreditation SCHOOL FACILITIES • State-of-the-art 204 seat auditorium SPORTS • Commercial kitchen/restaurant • Swimming pool and sports centre, including two Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 beach volleyball courts Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • Dance and drama studios Recreational Soccer Soccer Recreational • Film and Television studio Swimming activities • State-of-the-art science, maths, technology and resource centres Cricket Rugby league Rugby union • International and independent learning centre Basketball Basketball Basketball tertiary pATHways Softball Netball Netball • 100% of students who applied successfully gained Touch Beach their first choice at university football volleyball • University subjects in engineering, psychology, business and science accessed by students in the senior school

10 11 Ferny Grove State High School

Year established 1980 Phone +61 7 3550 5777 Number of students 1500 Fax +61 7 3550 5700 Street address McGinn Road, Ferny Grove Website www.fernygroveshs.eq.edu.au/wcmss QLD 4055, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Ferny Grove State High 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 to prepare them for further study or employment. Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities which 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. THREEeasons r to choose FERNY GROVE state high school • The school provides high quality experiences in academic, citizenship, cultural and sporting pursuits • Extensive use of information communication technologies for learning • Specialist programs for agricultural studies, languages, instrumental music and industrial technology and design, all within a caring and supportive environment

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • Instrumental and choral music • Winner of The Technology One Showcase Award for • Elite Tennis Program Excellence in Innovation 2007 • Greater Brisbane Schools Sports Competition • Creative Generations – Student Excellence Awards • Agriculture in the Arts • Industrial technology and design • Lions Youth of the Year • Tourism • Remondus Resource Recovery Award • Hospitality • Keep Australia Beautiful, Green and Healthy • Partner School of the Future – initiative of the Federal School Award German government • Queensland World Vision Youth Ambassador • Asian Language Hub SPORTS EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Kokoda Challenge Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Debating Cricket (Boys) Cross country Track and field Track and field • Student Council Beach Interschool Orienteering Orienteering • Annual ski trip volleyball beach • School magazine (Girls) volleyball(Boys) • Leadership camp Tennis Tennis Tennis Tennis • Social activities: dances, formal, camps Basketball Interschool languages netball (Girls) • French • Italian • Japanese • Chinese Golf Soccer (Boys) Golf Golf • German and German Extension Touch football Interschool Volleyball • Indonesian and Indonesian Extension soccer SCHOOL FACILITIES Mountain Interschool Recreational Mountain • 350 seat academic and performing arts auditorium biking soccer (Girls) sports biking • Wireless networked school with a range of Badminton Interschool Badminton computer classrooms volleyball (Girls) • Gymnasium Rock climbing Interschool OZ • Attractive landscaped grounds Tag (Girls) • School farm and horticultural facilities AFL Interschool European • Science laboratories handball (Boys) • Drama studios Strength Interschool • Art rooms training Rugby union and aerobic (Boys) tertiary pATHways conditioning • Enhancement Program – The University of Queensland • Start Up Program – Queensland University of Technology Fitness Fitness Fitness • School-based TAFE Program – institutes of TAFE Swimming Skateboarding Swimming Ferny Grove State High School Indooroopilly State High School HSP IB Year established 1954 Phone +61 7 3327 8333 Number of students 970 Fax +61 7 3327 8300 Street address Ward Street, Indooroopilly Website www.indoorooshs.qld.edu.au QLD 4068, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Indooroopilly SHS offers excellence in teaching resulting in academic, cultural and sporting success. It has strong links with tertiary institutions, being situated close to the University of Queensland. Students enjoy excellent facilities and learn in a spacious environment enhanced by trees and beautiful gardens. The school is well serviced by nearby public transport and has offered quality homestays to international students for 20 years. A non-uniform school, Indooroopilly has the feeling of a university campus with a culture of strong academic achievement. THREEeasons r to choose indooroopilly state high school • Quality education that offers early admission to the University of Queensland and other Brisbane tertiary institutions • An International Baccalaureate World School providing special benefits and opportunities for international students • English language support provided by highly qualified English as a Second Language teachers in all curriculum areas

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • International Baccalaureate Diploma program • Outstanding results in Queensland Mathematics, offering direct entry to universities in Australia Science and Technology competitions and overseas • Gold Music Awards for Fanfare and Australian

• CISCO Networking Academy Academy of Music School Band Competitions SHS | Indooroopilly SHS Grove Ferny • Aviation studies to qualify for a private pilot’s licence • Queensland Association of Mathematics Teachers’ • Full arts program Problem Solving Competition Award Winners

• Spanish Immersion (Yrs 8–10) • Finalists in debating and public speaking competitions • Robotics/Mechatronics • Engineering other hIGHLIGHTS • English as a Second Language • Council of International Schools (CIS) Accreditation • International Baccalaureate World School EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • NEAS (National English Language Teaching • School musical Accreditation Scheme) Accreditation for ESL • National and international cultural tours and concerts • Former student, Professor Peter Doherty, winner of

• Concert, stage, strings, percussion and brass bands Nobel Prize for Medicine, 1996 region Brisbane • Amnesty International and Interact community service clubs SPORTS • Chess and Mathematics clubs Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Debating and public speaking AFL Athletics languages Badminton Badminton Badminton Badminton • Chinese (Yrs 8–12) • Vietnamese (Yrs 11–12) • Spanish (Yrs 8–12) Cricket Cricket Cricket Yoga Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball SCHOOL FACILITIES • Library resource centre with ICT hubs Touch football Touch football Touch football Touch football • Laboratories – two CISCO laboratories, six computer Swimming Netball Netball Swimming laboratories with mobile wireless Softball Softball Athletics Table tennis • Dance and art studios, pottery kiln • Film and Television editing suite Soccer Soccer Soccer • Performance and lecture theatre Rugby union Rugby union • Extensive sporting facilities Fencing Fencing Fencing Fencing tertiary pATHways Tennis Tennis Tennis • Extension studies and course credit (UQ and QUT) Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • CISCO Networking Academy • Music Extension (Queensland Conservatorium of Music) • Queensland College of Art, Film and Television School

12 13 Kedron State High School

Year established 1956 Phone +61 7 3630 3333 Number of students 1175 Fax +61 7 3630 3300 Street address Park Road, Wooloowin Website www.kedronshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4030, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Kedron State High School is a traditional, academic, disciplined school with a long history of scholastic excellence. Situated 6km from Brisbane’s CBD, Kedron State High School is characterised by strong academic outcomes which are consistently above state average, the high professional standards of its dedicated teachers, the largest ESL unit in Brisbane North, and an extensive range of cultural, sporting and extra-curricular programs. Students at Kedron State High School consistently live up to its motto – ‘TO STRIVE IS TO SHINE’. THREEeasons r to choose kedron state high school • An extensive and accomplished music program • Highly experienced, caring and supportive International program and ESL staff • Our multicultural campus is accepting and welcoming of people from all over the world

SPECIAL PROGRAMS ASWARD • Music ensembles, concert bands, orchestra, • High Distinctions in National Science and Maths music extension competitions • Free after school tutorials for senior Maths and • Science and Engineering Challenge Prize-winners Science students • Winners of national Chinese speaking competition • Hospitality Program providing students with • 2011 Winner of Central District Cross Country Carnival industry experience • 2011 Winners of Central District Interschool sporting competitions in Basketball & Touch Football EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Chess • Writers club other highlights • Debating • Anime club • Annual Swimming and Athletics Carnivals • Student Council • Glee club • 2010 AFL tour and Regional Champions • Interact student community charity group • 2010 Musical “Godspell” • 2011 Musical “The Wiz” languages • Chinese • Japanese SPORTS • French Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 SCHOOL FACILITIES Cricket/softball Soccer Soccer Cricket/softball • Indoor sports stadium • Business education centre Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • Expansive ovals and sporting facilities Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball • Extensive computer laboratories Touch football AFL AFL Touch football • Music laboratory with recording facilities • Spacious science laboratories Swimming Hockey Hockey Tennis • Hospitality Department with well equipped Group fitness Group fitness Group fitness Group fitness kitchens and Coffee Shop Rugby league Rugby league Boxercise tertiary pathways Tenpin bowling Tenpin bowling Tenpin bowling Tenpin bowling • 37.5% of our graduating International students Beach volleyball Beach volleyball Beach volleyball Beach volleyball achieved between OP1 and OP5 in 2010, including 2 Roller skating Roller skating Weights students with OP1 • Over 95% of students annually gain access to Netball Netball university courses Cross Country Athletics • Kedron’s university scholarship winners include Rugby union International students • Pathways to TAFE Team handball Team handball

Kedron State High School Kelvin Grove State College Year established 1875 Phone +61 7 3552 7333 Number of students 1860 Fax +61 7 3552 7300 Street address L’Estrange Terrace, Kelvin Grove Website www.kelvingrovesc.eq.edu.au QLD 4059, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Only three kilometres from Brisbane City’s CBD, Kelvin Grove SC is a distinctive educational community adjoining Queensland University of Technology (QUT) and the developing Kelvin Grove Urban Village. Convenient to public transport, Kelvin Grove SC is characterised by quality academic learning, schools of excellence, extension courses and seamless transitions from Prep to Year 12.

THREE reasons to choose kedron state high school THREEeasons r to choose kelvin grove state college • An extensive and accomplished music program • Kelvin Grove SC together with QUT is part of a unique precinct that provides a focus on excellence in learning • Highly experienced, caring and supportive International program and ESL staff • Over 50 subject choices in senior school, providing multiple pathways to tertiary courses • Our multicultural campus is accepting and welcoming of people from all over the world • Highly qualified and supportive international student program staff

SPECIAL PROGRAMS tertiary pATHways • Queensland Dance School of Excellence, Years 11 • Strong and established links with the adjoining and 12, leading to a career in dance Queensland University of Technology, Queensland • Queensland Aviation School of Excellence, Years 11 Conservatorium of Music and other tertiary institutions, SHS Grove | Kelvin SHS Kedron and 12, leading to a private pilot’s licence, Diploma • Vocational Pathways

of Applied Science (Aviation), with guaranteed • QUT Start program – Year 12 students undertake articulation into Griffith University Bachelor of Aviation first year university subjects at QUT and the • Queensland Golf School of Excellence, Years 8 to 12 Queensland Conservatorium of Music • Queensland Music School of Excellence program at • Bachelor of Aviation at Griffith University Conservatorium of Music • Griffith University Early start Guest program • School of Excellence in Tennis, Years 6 to 12 • School of Excellence in Soccer, Years 8 to 12 A WARDS • QUT/Engineering and Education Courses Year 11 • 2007 Peter Doherty Award for Outstanding Primary and 12 providing direct entry to QUT. and Middle Phase of Learning Teachers of Science region Brisbane Award: Karen Gosney EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES (may vary) • 2007 Winners Statewide Football Competition, • Chaplaincy • Cheer squad Red Lion Cup • Chess Club • College choir • 2007 Winners Intercollegiate Golf Competition • Dance troupe • Debating • Performing Arts • Fashion parade other hIGHLIGHTS • Formal • Guitar Club • Three students gained Queensland University of • Lap Club (swimming) • Magazine Technology Engineering Deans Scholarships • Multicultural • Art/animee • Two students gained Sir Samuel Griffith • SRC Senior Leaders • Social justice Scholarships Griffith University • Volleyball • Weights and Fitness Club • Two students gained Queensland University of • Writer’s group • Yoga Technology Vic Chancellors scholarships • Connexions (meeting people) • One student gained Academic Excellence • Music including orchestra, choir, ensembles, bands Scholarship University of Queensland • World Golf Champion (U/15) languages • German • Japanese SPORTS • Italian Yr 11 and 12 students at KGSC are involved in a variety of district and regional sporting teams SCHOOL FACILITIES throughout the year, as well as competitions offered • New state-of-the-art performing arts building through our Schools of Excellence in Tennis, Golf • Specialist dance studios and Football. • Sports facilities including a new gym and Year 10 students do one 70 minute sport lesson a swimming pool week and can choose from a variety of activities • Business education centre including volleyball, basketball, swimming, walking • New visual arts building and many others. • Instrumental music building

14 15 Kenmore State High School Year established 1972 Phone +61 7 3327 1555 Number of students 1660 Fax +61 7 3327 1500 Street address 60 Aberfeldy Street, Kenmore Website www.kenmoreshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4069, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Kenmore SHS is one of the top performing academic schools in Queensland. Its reputation is further enhanced by the outstanding extracurricular program. The school is situated close to the University of Queensland in the leafy suburbs of Brisbane. The small, diverse number of international students are cared for in a school with a strong emphasis on values. These features allow the school to live up to its motto ‘EDUCATION FOR LIFE’.

THREEeasons r to choose kenmore state high school • The school has very strong academic results with most of the students moving to university on graduation • The school offers a very broad variety of subjects and activities – there is something for everyone • Kenmore is a pleasant environment in which to learn – friendly and focused

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • Business Communication and Technology • National Quality School Award 2007 • Information, Communication and Education – ICE • Australian Mathematics Competition (laptop) program for Years 8–10 • International language test (Zertifikat Deutsch) • Early Childhood Practices • National Australia Bank Australian • Economics Language Competition • Film and Television, Dance and Drama • International Youth Physics Tournament • Graphics and Visual Arts • National Chemistry Quiz • Hospitality and Tourism • Top Award – Australian Schools Science and English • Immersion German competitions • Kenmore Academic Athletes program • Australasian Schools Computer Skills Competition • Legal Studies • State Winner University of NSW Economics Competition • Information Technology and Multimedia Studies • Rio Tinto Australian Science Olympiads • Sciences – Physics, Chemistry, Biology • State Finalist – Instrumental and Choral Fanfare • Academic Excellence • National aerobics champions EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES SPORTS • Instrumental music – symphonic band, Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 string ensembles, choir • Leos Community Service Club Basketball AFL AFL Rowing • Camps Futsal Futsal Futsal Futsal • Debating Ice-skating Ice-skating Ice-skating • Wide range of sports Rowing Basketball Basketball languages Cross country Netball Netball • German • Japanese • German extension GBSSP GBSSP GBSSP SCHOOL FACILITIES Hockey Hockey • Modern performing and visual arts centre Cricket Cricket • Activities centre Softball Softball • Networked computer laboratories • State-of-the-art science facility Touch football Touch football Touch football Baseball Baseball tertiary pATHways • Most Kenmore students progress to Athletics Athletics university study Soccer Soccer • Extended studies program through the University Tennis Tennis of Queensland GBSSP - Greater Brisbane School Sport Program Kenmore State High School Mitchelton State High School Year established 1956 Phone +61 7 3550 1111 Number of students 450 Fax +61 7 3550 1100 HSP Street address 754 Samford Road, Mitchelton Website www.mitcheltonshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4053, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Mitchelton State High School offers a broad academic curriculum in an environment that is conducive to learning. The results of our international students attest to this. Our values of PARTICIPATION, ACCOUNTABILITY, RESPECT encourage our international students to strive for excellence. The provision of opportunities to our entire student body to engage academically, socially and culturally with each other prepares them for a global future.

THREEeasons r to choose mitchelton state high school • Small senior class sizes + innovative teachers + support groups = excellent results + happy, healthy students • Caring, supportive international student program staff • Previous international students all received first choice entry into tertiary institutions

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • English for ESL Learners (Authority subject) • 2011 Winner 4 sections of University of Queensland science and • Global Connections year 9 engineering challenge Kenmore SHS | Mitchelton SHS | Mitchelton SHS Kenmore • Enhanced Accounting Program and • 2010 Prudence awards – Australian mathematics competition Legal Studies Program • 2010 Metropolitan showcase awards – highly commended • Performing Arts • Mitchelton College of Sport – Rugby League, Cricket other hIGHLIGHTS • Certificate II Community Recreation • 2010 72% OP eligible students received OP1 to 15 • Certificate III Children’s Services • 2010 All international OP eligble students received • Certificate III Financial Services university offers • 2007 Dux, OP1 – international Student EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Intensive ESL support • Student Representative Council • Art workshops • NEAS (National English Language Teaching Accreditation • Leos Community Service Club • Concert, stage bands Scheme) Accreditation for ESL • Instrumental music region Brisbane • Environmental Group – Green Team • Public speaking • Economan • Students Performing Advanced Research (SPARQ Ed-UQ) • Mentoring programs • Technical Crew group SPORTS • Science, Maths and English competitions Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Science Technology Engineering Maths Convention Soccer Soccer (Boys) Soccer (Boys) Soccer (Boys) languages U15 cricket (Boys) • Japanese • Distance Education – French, German Super 8 Cricket (Boys) Rugby union (Boys) Rugby union (Boys) Cricket development SCHOOL FACILITIES • Fully networked internet access in all classrooms, with AFL (Boys) Rugby league Rugby league Rugby league (Boys) (Boys) (Boys) wireless connectivity • International student centre including NEAS accredited Basketball European European Basketball HSP centre (Boys) handball (Boys) handball (Boys) • Industry standard kitchens AFL (Girls) Netball (Girls) Netball (Girls) Boxing • Performing arts centre with sprung dance floor Basketball (Girls) OZ Tag (Girls) OZ Tag (Girls) Body pump • Multi-purpose hall • Many air-conditioned classrooms Recreational Sport Recreational Sport Recreational Sport Recreational Sport • Beautiful grounds Volleyball (Boys) • Modern library Beach volleyball (Girls) Volleyball (Girls) Volleyball (Girls) Beach volleyball • Sporting facilities: turf wicket, basketball/volleyball courts, tennis courts Touch football (Girls) Get Active fitness Get Active fitness Golf • Trade Training Centre (offering Badminton Badminton Badminton Badminton Electrotechnology Engineering) Dance Dance Dance Dance tertiary pATHways Table tennis Table tennis Table tennis Table tennis • Queensland University START Progams • TAFE accreditation through Accounting, Legal Studies Tennis Tennis Tennis Tennis and other subjects Power walking

16 17 Mount Gravatt State High School

Year established 1960 Phone +61 7 3291 5222 Number of students 950 Fax +61 7 3291 5200 Street address 42 Loreburn Street, Mt Gravatt Website www.mtgravattshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4122, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Mount Gravatt SHS is located in the southern suburbs of Brisbane, about 10 kilometres from the city centre. It is well serviced by public transport and is close to universities and institutes of technical and further education. Currently, the school enrolment of 950 is diversely multicultural, representing over 50 different cultural and ethnic backgrounds. Mount Gravatt SHS has a strong academic tradition and its motto, ‘DIGNA PETAMUS’, means ‘LET US SEEK WORTHY THINGS’. THREEeasons r to choose 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 A WARDS • Griffith University’s Excellence Expo Competition which • Healthy Waterways Award 2008 includes extension activities using outside mentors • Environmental Protection Award 2008 • Public speaking competitions – Rostrum Voice of • Extensive maths and science awards Youth, Legacy Plain English Competition and Apex • Education Queensland Showcase Award for High Schools’ Speaking Competition International Education Program 2008 • Advanced Maths programs run through • Education Queensland 2008 Environmental Award Canberra University • Future Problem Solving Program (through other hIGHLIGHTS Deakin University) • One of six high schools in Queensland classified as • Debating competitions run by the Queensland Microsoft ICT Gateway Schools Debating Union (QDU) • EQI pioneer school for International Student Programs • ‘The School I’d Like’ (Year 8 English Extension) SPORTS • ‘Evening of Eminence’ (Year 9) Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Interschool and social sport Swimming Soccer Soccer Soccer • School music program (band, ensembles, choir) and Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball public performances Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • Students are encouraged to participate in a range of competitions (e.g. Maths and Science) Futsal Rugby league Rugby league Futsal • School musical Softball AFL AFL Softball languages Squash La crosse La crosse Handball • Chinese • Japanese • Korean Touch Netball Netball Touch football football SCHOOL FACILITIES Tenpin Tenpin Tenpin Ultimate • Well equipped facilities for technology, science, art, bowling bowling bowling Frisbee construction, engineering and sport • Fully automated resource centre Cricket Dance • Student to computer ratio of 1:2 tertiary pATHways • Partnership with Griffith University • School offers tertiary courses • Early university entry for Year 12 Mount Gravatt State High School North Lakes State College Year established 2002 Phone +61 7 3482 5555 Number of students 2500 Fax +61 7 3482 5500 Street address Joyner Circuit, North Lakes Website www.northlakescollege.eq.edu.au QLD 4509, Australia

Shoolverviec o w North Lakes SC is a proud and innovative college offering high quality education. We offer a diverse and rich curriculum supported by quality teaching, with our focus being on meeting the needs of each student within a safe and supportive environment. We provide opportunities, quality teaching and support so that students may achieve their ambitions and goals. THREEeasons r to choose north lakes state college THREE reasons to choose mount gravatt state high school • New, spacious campus with modern, world-class facilities and staffed by caring, dedicated teachers • 96% of year 12 graduates in 2010 who applied to teritiary study received an offer to a university • An innovative and responsive curriculum in a safe and supportive environment • State and national champions in squash, soccer, basketball, volleyball and cycling • Situated close to the Sunshine Coast beaches and located in a purpose-built suburb only 30 minutes from • Excellence in and commitment to multicultural education Brisbane’s CBD

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • Student leadership program • First Place 2006, 2007 Murrumba Dance Challenge, Mount Gravatt SHS | North Lakes SC | North Lakes SHS Gravatt Mount • Programs of Academic Excellence in Maths, Science, Education Queensland ICT and Language • First Place 2005, 2006 – Regional Art Competitions • Recognised programs of distinction in the Arts • Queensland Champions 2006, 2007 – Robotics

• Italian Immersion • Queensland Champions 2006, 2007, 2008 – Cheerleading • Gifted and talented programs • Spirit Award 2006 – OptiMINDS • Teamwork Award 2007 – Wakakirri EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • NEITA Awards (Teaching Excellence) 2006 • Instrumental music • Outstanding results in National (ICAS) Maths, • Dance troupe Science, English and ICT Competitions • Cheerleading • Individual state sport champions in golf, tennis

• Debating, chess and science clubs region Brisbane and orienteering • Opti-MINDS • Robotics other hIGHLIGHTS • Community support programs • Access to state-of-the-art university-style facilities that complement pathways forged with TAFEs, universities languages and local businesses • Italian • Separate specially designed campus for senior students SCHOOL FACILITIES SPORTS • Science and Physics laboratories • Art gallery Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Performing arts complex Swimming Cross country Track and • Air-conditioned lecture theatre field • Kinesiology centre • Sports oval and stadium Touch football Touch football Touch football • Playing fields and cricket practice nets Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball • Multipurpose courts and tennis courts Newcombe Newcombe Newcombe Newcombe • Virtual learning centre • Two libraries Futsal Futsal Futsal • Swimming pool and gymnasium Cricket Netball (Girls) Netball (Girls) Cricket • Internet café for senior students Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball tertiary pATHways Rugby league Rugby league Entry to Australia-wide universities via the Tertiary (Boys) (Boys) Admissions Centre. AFL AFL

18 19 Nyanda State High School Year established 1998 Phone +61 7 3712 1222 Number of students 450 Fax +61 7 3712 1200 Street address Fairlie Terrace, Salisbury Website www.nyandashs.eq.edu.au QLD 4107, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Nyanda SHS offers a vibrant, well balanced curriculum. The school is situated on native Australian bushland, featuring an environmental boardwalk, and a creek. The campus also features modern facilities across all subject areas, with a strong focus on academic achievement, traineeships and apprenticeships through the development of community and industry links. Students have easy access to rail and bus transportation to the central business district and the coast.

THREEeasons r to choose nyanda state high school • Individual programs, both academic and vocational • Supportive and welcoming school community with experienced International Students Program staff • Spacious natural environment conducive to learning

SPECIAL PROGRAMS tertiary pATHways • School orientation program • Close links with main Queensland universities – • Multicultural celebrations UQ, QUT, Griffith, CQU, Queensland Institute of • Student leadership program Business and Technology • Instrumental music program • Career education program A WARDS • After-school tutorial service • Rising Chefs Culinary challenge • Chaplaincy service • Cake Decorators’ Association • School-based health nurse service • Culinary Showcase for secondary schools • Catering student of the year live cook-off EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Hospitality events other hIGHLIGHTS • Internet club • Biannual ski trip • Glee club • Harmony day celebrations • Music competitions • Study tours • Public speaking competitions • Talent quest • Opti-MINDS • Awards languages SPORTS • Chinese • Japanese Terms 1–2 Terms 2–3 Term 4 SCHOOL FACILITIES Swimming Cross country Recreational sport • Well appointed assembly hall Basketball Basketball Basketball • International student centre • Science and computer laboratories Cricket Soccer Soccer • Drama complex and music studio Touch football AFL Touch football • Manual arts and industry centre Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • Food studies and hospitality centre • Art complex Rugby league Athletics Rugby league • Early childhood centre Softball Netball • Electronic whiteboards in many rooms • Computer pods in several areas • Sports ovals, courts and facilities • Community garden facilities Nyanda State High School Rochedale State High School Year established 1983 Phone +61 7 3340 0400 Number of students 1000 Fax +61 7 3340 0444 Street address Priestdale Road, Rochedale Website www.rochedaleshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4123, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Rochedale SHS is conveniently located on the southern boundary of Brisbane City with direct transport links to the city (20 minutes). The school is situated on expansive land surrounded by trees, native bird life and wildlife. As such, Rochedale SHS enjoys a natural environment while only 45 minutes from the surf beaches and golden sands of the Gold Coast. With a school population of only 1000 students and no more than 30 international students, attendance at Rochedale SHS offers quality education with an emphasis on learning and support for the individual. THREEeasons r to choose rochedale state high school • Focus on individual student development in a program that features international students from a broad selection of home nations • High level of student support provided by an experienced and friendly staff • Carefully selected, quality homestay families in a caring and friendly community

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • Modern science centre • Outstanding Achievement Awards from the Music Nyanda SHS | Rochedale SHS | Rochedale SHS Nyanda • Information technology systems Guild of Australia • Marine studies • Queensland Apprentice of the Year 2010

• Engineering excellence program • Metropolitan Touch Football Champions • Arts, touch football and volleyball • National Volleyball Champions • Dance, drama and music • Additional ESL support provided in a purpose built other hIGHLIGHTS International Student Centre • Reputation for fostering success and caring for the • New Trade Training Academy specialising in individual Engineering • Ongoing staff development programs that support a high standard of teaching and learning activities

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES SPORTS region Brisbane • Exciting International camps and tour program • Access to interschool sport, musical and cultural Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 programs Girls Girls Girls Recreational • Agricultural shows throughout South East sport only Queensland Touch football Soccer Soccer Dance • Performing arts, dance and aerobics Netball Netball Netball Tenpin L aNGUAGES bowling • Chinese • French Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball OZ Sports SCHOOL FACILITIES Basketball Basketball Basketball Fitness first • Modern innovative technology facilities Softball Hockey Hockey Art and craft • International student centre Cross country Athletics Beginners • Business education centre guitar • Multimedia, film and Television studio • Indoor multi-purpose courts Futsal Table tennis • Dance and performance auditorium Boys Boys Boys Tournament • Operational agricultural school farm chess • Modern resource centre Touch football Soccer Soccer Board games tertiary pATHways Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Table tennis • Link programs with University of Queensland, Basketball Basketball Basketball Queensland University of Technology and Cricket AFL AFL Griffith University • Access to specialist personal & career Cross country Rugby league Rugby league development programs Athletics

20 21 Sunnybank State High School Year established 1963 Phone +61 7 3323 8111 Number of students 700 Fax +61 7 3323 8100 Street address Boorman Street, Sunnybank Website www.sunnybanshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4109, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Sunnybank SHS is well known as a school with a major focus on student learning and high academic achievement, as is reflected in our school vision statement of ‘MANY WAYS TO EXCELLENCE’. Students are encouraged in a supportive school environment that results in high level achievement in both academic and social outcomes. The school offers a comprehensive range of subject. Recent facility renewals include the science laboratory upgrades, multi media auditorium, computer renewal and outdoor teaching areas. Sunnybank SHS prepares students to be life-long learners. THREEeasons r to choose sunnybank state high school • Leading school in student-focused learning • Extended maths and science projects linking with universities • Ideally located near Griffith University, major transport routes, business and commercial centres

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • Maths and Science Excellence programs • Queensland Training Awards – Skilling the Future – State • Business and Legal Studies Finalist 2009 • Film, Television and Media • Individual academic scholarships to University of • Drama, Fashion and Creative Arts Queensland, QUT and Griffith University 2008 • Tourism and Hospitality • Education Queensland Showcase Award for Excellence in • Music with specialist instructors the Senior Phase of Learning – State Winner 2007 • Early Childhood and Community Studies • Education Queensland Showcase Award for Excellence in • Excellence Programs in Track and Field and Rugby League the Community and Business Links – State Finalist 2007 and 2009 EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Queensland Training Awards – Vocational Training in • Curricular – linked university competitions Schools – State Finalist – 2005, 2006 and 2008 • Education Queensland Awards – e.g. Minister’s Art Week • Lions Youth of the Year Sunnybank Club Winner – 2007 • Maths and Science extension programs • Music • Public speaking forums SPORTS • Student leadership activities (conference, camps) • Amnesty International Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Student trips (China, art and skiing) Aerobics Aerobics Aerobics Aerobics languages Badminton AFL AFL Badminton • Chinese • French Baseball Athletics Athletics

SCHOOL FACILITIES Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball • International centre • New science laboratories Beach volleyball Beach volleyball Beach volleyball Beach volleyball • Intensive English language unit Cricket Cross Country Dance • Multimedia auditorium • Computer access facilities throughout the school Gym Gym Gym Gym • Hospitality restaurant Ice-skating Ice-skating Ice-skating Ice-skating • Engineering skills workshop • Specialist film and Television area Softball Netball Netball • Multiple sports facilities including fully equipped Rugby league Rugby league Rugby league weights gym Soccer Soccer Soccer Soccer tertiary pATHways Pathways to all Queensland universities and TAFE Table tennis Table tennis Table tennis Table tennis institutions – dependending on courses: Tennis Tennis Tennis Tennis • University of Queensland – Student Science Ambassadors • Queensland University of Technology – accelerated pathway Tenpin bowling Tenpin bowling Tenpin bowling Tenpin bowling • Griffith University – Griffith Connect – Touch football Touch football Touch football Touch football accelerated pathway • TAFE Queensland – various joint programs and direct entry Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • The school encourages and supports students in their Walking Walking Walking Walking application for scholarships to the tertiary institution of their choice Swimming

Sunnybank State High School The Gap State High School Year established 1959 Phone +61 7 3511 3888 Number of students 1060 Fax +61 7 3511 3800 Street address 1020 Waterworks Road, The Gap Website www.thegapshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4061, Australia

Shoolverviec o w The Gap State High School has a well-established international program that welcomes students from many different countries. We at The Gap SHS value diversity and provide our students with experiences that enable them to develop positive attitudes of cultural acceptance and respect. Through a wide range of curriculum subjects and opportunities to be involved in sports and artistic activities, student are encouraged to develop their character, leadership skills and talents. THREEeasons r to choose the gap state high school • Strong tradition of academic excellence in a supportive school community • Beautifully landscaped grounds with modern computer, arts and sporting facilities and programs • Unique leadership, adventure and personal development program with a state-of-the-art adventure training centre

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • GOALS (The Gap Outdoor Adventure and • Academic Excellence Award

Leadership Studies) • Outdoor Education Award SHS The Gap | SHS Sunnybank • Business and Communication Technologies • Fanfare Finalists • Drama, Music, Film and Television • Graphics and Visual Art other hIGHLIGHTS • Industrial Skills • Quality homestay with local families • Information Processing and Technology • Proven record of strong international student • Chinese extension Mandarin language program participation in all school activities EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES SPORTS • Instrumental music program, choir Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Clubs – adventurers, chess, graphic design and climbing Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball region Brisbane • Debating and public speaking Swimming European European Swimming • Art excellence and art academy handball handball • Stage, sound and lighting crew Soccer Soccer Soccer • Theatrical and dramatic presentations Golf Hockey Orienteering Golf • Promotional video production • Climbing Club Cricket Rugby union Rugby union • Extensive Camping Program Netball Track and Track and Water polo field field languages AFL AFL AFL Triathlon • Mandarin Baseball Orienteering SCHOOL FACILITIES Rock climbing Basketball • Queensland’s only leadership training centre • State-of-the-art performing arts centre Rugby league • Computer laboratories Cross country • Independent learning centre • Film and Television editing suites • Industrial technology facility • Trade Training Centre for Electrotechnology, Renewable Energy and Engineering tertiary pATHways • Start Program with QUT • Enhanced Studies Program with UQ • Partnership with Queensland College of Art • Certificate III in Multimedia – partnership with QANTM College

22 23 Whites Hill State College HSP Year established 1957 Phone +61 7 3900 8333 Number of students 870 Fax +61 7 3900 8300 Street address 138 Burn Street, Camp Hill Website www.whiteshillsc.qld.edu.au QLD 4152, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Whites Hill SC, located in spacious grounds just eight kilometres from Brisbane city, presents excellent opportunities for students to gain a truly international experience. Being part of only 870 students from Preparatory to Year 12, students quickly integrate into a close-knit and small community. With a strong history of international student participation, WHSC offers excellent opportunities for an Australian immersion experience within a rigorous academic environment. The College’s strong ties to Griffith University and other tertiary institutions presents students with excellent opportunities for further study. The College’s curriculum is enhanced by a range of extra-curricular activities including excursions, music and sport. Whites Hill SC is also home to the High School Preparation Program (HSP). This means the College is the gateway for English for international students on the southside of Brisbane. Consequently students gain excellent support from the expertise of staff in this centre. THREEeasons r to choose whites hill state college • Offers seamless schooling from Preschool through to Year 12 to nurture all stages of an individual’s development • Promotes a quiet and effective learning environment enhanced by small year level groupings • Opportunities for full inclusion in College life for both international and domestic students

SPECIAL PROGRAMS other hIGHLIGHTS • Inquiry-based curriculum that helps • Close proximity to major transport and shopping centres students to develop problem solving through • Extensive homestay provision investigative approach • Overseas travel program • Specialist trained international student mentors to • Cultural events and recognition day facilitate school integration • Multicultural teaching staff • Middle schooling program that caters for students from • Strong community support from local businesses, Years 6–9 parents and broader community • Three year senior program in Years 10 to 12 • High academic standards and expectations • Wholistic education encompassing academic, EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES emotional, social, behavioural and uniform policy • Sporting and performing arts program • Computer pods with lunchtime access for • Excursions and annual camps international students • Development centre for Gateway District Rugby • NEAS (National English Language Teaching • School competitions Accreditation Scheme) Accreditation for ESL languages • Japanese from Preparatory to Year 12 • Spanish SCHOOL FACILITIES SPORTS • Swimming pool • Four basketball courts Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Four tennis courts Swimming Soccer Soccer Swimming • Four large ovals Cricket Rugby union Rugby union Rugby union • 1000 seat school hall • State-of-the-art computer network Softball Netball Netball • Excellent vocational education facilities Volleyball Athletics Athletics Volleyball • Multimedia rooms Badminton Badminton Badminton Badminton • College resource centre Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball tertiary pATHways Tennis Tennis Tennis Tennis • Tertiary parthway with Griffith University and TAFE institutions Touch football Cross country • Professional development partnership for teachers with Griffith University Whites Hill State College Yeronga State High School Year established 1960 Phone +61 7 3249 1400 Number of students 600 Fax +61 7 3892 2118 Street address 159 VillaStreet, Yeronga Website www.yerongashs.eq.edu.au QLD 4104, Australia

S cHOOL oVERVIEw 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. The school community is very proud of its long history of academic excellence and wide range of sporting and cultural pursuits. Our students enjoy a head start to the future with our strong partnerships with universities, business and industry, allowing opportunities for acceleration into formal tertiary study. This is an exciting school located in the affluent leafy inner suburbs of Brisbane’s south where all students are engaged and challenged in their learning to achieve high quality pathways for the future. THREEeasons r to choose 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 5 km from Brisbane city

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS hites Hill SC | Yeronga SHS SHS Yeronga | SC Hill hites • Excellence Programs in Art, Drama, Maths • 2011 Selected Student: GOMA exhibition and State W and Science Touring Exhibition • Direct pathways in Accounting, Business and Law to • 2010 Distinctions and/or High Distinctions in

Queensland University of Technology Australian Mathematics Competition, Information • Gifted and talented programs Technology ICAS Competition, Language ACER • Extensive ESL support for international students exams, Geography Competitions and the National Chemistry Quiz EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • 2010 Creative Generation Visual Arts • Artsfest, drama and musicals • 2010 Lions Youth of the Year Quest Finalist • Public speaking and debating • 2010 Premier’s Multicultural Photographic • Multicultural celebrations Competition

• Interschool sport region Brisbane Brisbane Region Brisbane • 2009 Distinctions in ICAS English Writing • Lions Youth of the Year competition • School bands • 2009 Debating Finalists languages • 2008 QYAA medal winner • Arabic • Chinese • German • 2008 Distinctions and High Distinctions in the • Japanese • Vietnamese National Chemistry Quiz SCHOOL FACILITIES • Newly refurbished state-of-the-art e-Learning centre/ SPORTS library with interactive and wireless technology Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Multi-million dollar sports complex and sport facilities Basketball Basketball Basketball Swimming • Spacious, dedicated International student centre Cricket AFL AFL Social sport • New specialised language centre Netball Netball Netball • Specialist facilities for art, technology, languages and science Softball Cross country • Performing arts centre as well as an auditorium with Tennis Tennis Tennis seating for 210 Triathlon Soccer Soccer • Business education centres Swimming Rugby league Rugby league tertiary pATHways Touch football Touch football Touch football • Early Start partnerships with universities – QUT, UQ and Griffith Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • Accelerated subject pathways offering diploma study Athletics and guaranteed university entrance • Partnerships with Institutes/TAFEs – Off campus enrolments in diverse vocational qualifications

24 25 Cairns ... gateway to tropical North Queensland

ABOUT CAIRNS AND THE TROPICAL NORTH 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.

• Cairns is a fascinating destination and welcomes the second largest number of international visitors to Student experience Australia each year. I chose Cairns for my Study Abroad Program PLACES OF INTEREST because I wanted something totally different from what I was used to. Some of the region’s many attractions include: Here in Cairns and the tropics I experienced a • The Great Barrier Reef and surrounding islands completely new kind of weather and how you • Spectacular mountain views from the live with the rain and the heat in summer. Atherton Tablelands The Great Barrier Reef was also another reason • The Mossman Gorge, which is noted for its waterfalls why I chose Cairns. It is just amazing! and crystal clear swimming pools Having the rainforest almost in your backyard is • The Daintree World Heritage listed rainforest also quite different from any European country. • Cape Tribulation, the most northern point of Australia. When I have finished my education in Germany I want to return to Australia. TERTIARY EDUCATION PROVIDERS IN THE CAIRNS REGION So, yes: I’LL BE BACK … • James Cook University Maximilian Liebert Germany • Tropical North Queensland Institute of TAFE • Barrier Reef Institute of TAFE • Eco-tourism study faculties located in KEY HIGHLIGHTS the rainforest • Extensive expertise in the marine sciences and environmental studies industries • World leader in tropical reef and rainforest research, hosting the Environmental Cooperative Research Centre, which has over $50 million of annual research funding • Close proximity to World Heritage environmental sites such as the Great Barrier Reef • Strong education–industry links to leading computer companies such as NEC, Hewlett-Packard and Microsoft Palm Cove Cairns schools

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(SS) State primary school Airport Train line 26 27 Cairns State High School IB Year established 1917 Phone +61 7 4050 3033 Number of students 1450 Fax +61 7 4051 5972 Street address Corner of Sheridan and Upward Streets, Website www.cairnsshs.eq.edu.au Cairns, QLD 4870, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Since 1917 Cairns SHS has served and will continue to serve the diverse needs of generations of Cairns families. The school has a reputation for academic excellence supplemented by outstanding achievements in the areas of music, performing and visual 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. threeeasons r to choose 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 that ensure a safe and supportive school environment for all students • The school is strongly committed to developing internationalism across the school

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • International Baccalaureate Diploma • Nine High Distinctions, 39 Distinctions, five Credits • Aerospace Studies – Australasian English Competition • Excellence Programs: Soccer, Basketball • Five Distinctions, 25 Credits – Australasian Writing • Marine and Aquatic Studies Competition • Multimedia Studies • Five High Distinctions, 38 Distinctions, 119 Credits • Photo-Imaging Studies – ICAS school science competition • Recreational Studies • 38 High Distinctions, four Distinctions – • Music National Geography Competition • Five High Distinctions, 33 Distinctions, 87 Credits EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES and two cash prize winners – Westpac National • ‘Battle of the Bands’ Maths Competition • Centre of Artistic Design fashion parade • Cheerleading other hIGHLIGHTS • Dance and drama evenings Cairns SHS was awarded international accreditation in • Dance, Drama and Art March 2006 through the Council for International Schools. • Swimming and athletics carnivals In 2008, Cairns SHS became accredited as an International • Instrumental music Baccalaureate World School and began delivering the • School musicals International Baccalaureate Diploma program in 2010. • Scuba diving courses SPORTS languages • German • Japanese • Italian (IB Students only) Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball SCHOOL FACILITIES • Performing arts centre Football Football Football Football • 120 seat auditorium Hockey Hockey Hockey Hockey • Laboratories – nine science laboratories, 14 computer laboratories, two multimedia laboratories Soccer Soccer Soccer Soccer • Sports complex Netball Netball Netball Netball • Swimming pool Water polo Volleyball Track and field Water polo • Recording studio • 13 school buildings and 37 classrooms Cricket Rugby union Rugby union Cricket • 11 practical art rooms Swimming Cross country Swimming • Community hall • Modern library Rugby league Rugby league Baseball Baseball tertiary pATHways • James Cook University Various inter- Various inter- school sports school sports • Tropical North Queensland TAFE • Bond University – Scholarship Program • University of New South Wales – Co-operate Scholarships Smithfield State High School Year established 1983 Phone +61 7 4058 4333 Number of students 950 Fax +61 7 4057 7664 Street address O’Brien Road, Smithfield Website www.smithfieldshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4878, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Smithfield SHS is located in the beautiful Northern Beaches district, approximately 25 kilometres from the centre of Cairns city. The school is sited in tropical grounds skirted by mountains, less than one kilometre from the beaches and rainforest. A pedestrian underpass connects the school to the local campus of James Cook University which is a ten minute picturesque walk. Buses link the school to all locations. The school is adjacent to the swimming pool, library, sporting and recreation centre. threeeasons r to choose smithfield state high school • Friendly school environment in a beautiful part of Queensland • Small cohort of international students enables greater integration • Excellent extracurricular program with plenty of variety

SPECIAL PROGRAMS tertiary pATHways • Certificate IV in Multimedia • James Cook University – credits for university Cairns SHS | Smithfield SHS Smithfield | SHS Cairns • Certificate II in ITS (Software Applications) subjects (IT and Journalism) • Cisco IT Essentials – Certified Technician Course • Dual Enrolment Agreements – James Cook • Multimedia and programming courses in Years 8 to 12 University and Tropical North Queensland TAFE

• ICT industry study tours • Radio broadcasting, management and production, A WARDS Film, Television and New Media production • AIIA Secondary School category national i-award 2007 • Industry-based technology and engineering programs. • Numerous digital media awards • Outdoor education (canoeing, abseiling, snorkelling, • Numerous information and communication camps, bronze medallion and hiking) technology awards annually • Performing and visual arts • Scholarships to universities in Queensland and region Cairns New South Wales annually EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • TJ Ryan Award 2006 • Scuba diving course • Gold Medal in Regional Fanfare competition 2006 • Technochicks (ICT for girls) • Vicki Wilson Cup Netball State Finalist 2007 • Cycas Circus troupe • Cheerleading squads for competitions SPORTS • Dance groups Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Instrumental music program • Debating Swimming Cross country Cricket Cricket • Duke of Edinburgh Awards Touch Touch Rugby union Rugby union football football languages • French • Indonesian Netball Netball Athletics Netball • German Basketball Basketball Basketball SCHOOL FACILITIES Squash Rugby league Rugby league • Eight multimedia laboratories AFL AFL • School radio station Baseball Baseball • Agricultural plot Hockey Hockey • Industry standard film and Television studios • Wireless access across entire school Softball Softball • Engineering and robotics laboratories Volleyball Volleyball • Video conferencing and online support facilities Tennis Tennis • Four-hole golf course and sports facilities

28 29 Trinity Bay State High School Year established 1960 Phone +61 7 4051 5788 Number of students 1260 Fax +61 7 4051 5754 Street address 26-62 Hoare Street, Manunda Website www.trinitybayshs.eq.edu.au Cairns, QLD 4870, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Trinity Bay SHS is located in the centre of the picturesque city of Cairns in Queensland’s Far North, surrounded by the magnificence of the Great Barrier Reef and tropical rainforests. Trinity Bay SHS services a dynamic community that experiences moderate weather all year round. It 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. Enrichment and extension programs are available in dance, drama, music, technical theatre and sport. Trinity Bay SHS is an award winning school in visual arts, science, technology, sport and community service. threeeasons r to choose trinity bay state high school • A proven track record of academic success • High quality curriculum which caters for students who have English as a Second Language • Extensive subjects choices - over 50 subjects to choose from in Years 11 and 12, over 35 subjects in the Year 10 and over 30 subjects in Year 9

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS Trinity Bay SHS has developed its profile within the • Australian National Economics and Business Competition Winner Cairns community. This profile has been on academic • Showcase Awards for Excellence – Science and excellence and innovation with a focus on: Technology Expo • Science • Queensland Minister’s Award for Excellence in Art • Visual Arts • Showcase Awards for Excellence in Schools – • Performing Arts Endeavour Awards • A safe and disciplined learning environment • Australian Mapping Competition Winner • Physical recreation – outdoor education and sports • State Business Plan Competition Winners • Integrated technology • Pacific Coal Mathematics Competition Winners EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Vicki Wilson Cup Netball Champions • Mentoring and extension programs other hIGHLIGHTS • Centre for Artistic Development (CAD) in drama, • Trinity Bay SHS offers Holiday Adventure Programs dance, music and technical theatre during the Easter and September school vacation. • Band, orchestra and choir The school also offers scuba diving courses during • School radio station Term 3. • Debating and mooting SPORTS • International, national and local trips • Swimming and athletics carnivals Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 languages Swimming Volleyball Athletics Swimming • Japanese • Auslan • Mandarin Rugby union Rugby union Rugby union Rugby union SCHOOL FACILITIES Soccer Soccer Soccer Surf Bronze • Science and language centre Basketball Basketball Basketball Scuba • Photographic development studio • 15 computer laboratories and eight class sets Volleyball Golf Modified Athletics games of laptops • Visual arts complex Hockey Hockey Hockey Hockey • Recording studio Softball Softball Abseiling • Specialist manual arts area • Sports stadium, swimming pool Cricket Cricket Cricket Rock climbing • Tennis, basketball, beach volleyball and netball courts Netball Netball Water polo Water polo • A state-of-the-art theatre Touch football Touch football Touch football Touch football • A newly refurbished, modern resource centre AFL Rugby league Rugby league Rugby league tertiary pATHways Students graduating from Trinity Bay SHS can matriculate Squash Lawn bowls Lawn bowls Social dance directly into James Cook University and Tropical North Biathlon Biathlon Queensland TAFE. Archery Archery

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30 31 Gold Coast ... a vibrant outdoor cultural lifestyle

ABOUT THE GOLD COAST 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 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 Student experience • The Gold Coast Arts Centre complex • More than 100,000 hectares of World Heritage I like the Gold Coast because it has many shops, nature reserves beaches and cafes. The beaches are bigger and more beautiful than I imagined. • National parks easily accessible My family belongs to the surf lifeclub so I am • 70 square kilometres of sheltered picturesque lucky to go to the beach almost every weekend – water ways this is new for me because in Korea I didn’t go to • Queensland’s largest shopping centres the beach. • Over 30 patrolled surf beaches in the summer months. I feel more relaxed now than when I was in Seoul. • World class theme parks My parents are happy because I am studying hard, but I am also having fun. • Every conceivable sport and leisure activity. The Gold Coast is smaller than Seoul, but there TERTIARY EDUCATION PROVIDERS IN THE is also lots to do in my free time. GOLD COAST REGION Lee Hee-Yong • Bond University South Korea • Griffith University • Central Queensland University • Southern Cross University KEY HIGHLIGHTS • Gold Coast Institute of Technical and Further Education (TAFE) • 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. Gold Coast schools

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(SS) State primary school Airport Train line (SC) State college 32 33 Benowa State High School Year established 1980 Phone +61 7 5582 7333 Number of students 1850 Fax +61 7 5582 7300 Street address Mediterranean Drive, Benowa Website www.benowashs.eq.edu.au QLD, Australia 4217

Shoolverviec o w Benowa SHS is located in the heart of Gold Coast City. It has a reputation as one of the Gold Coast’s leading co-educational high schools. Students from over 60 nations and new arrivals to the Coast form a significant proportion of the student population. Real teacher professionalism and a caring attitude is 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 High pioneered Education Queensland’s international program on the Gold Coast. We are an accredited member of the Council of International Schools (CIS). threeeasons r to choose benowa state high school • Sustained high level of academic achievement • Diverse range of specialist programs, including French Immersion, Music Excellence, Sports Excellence and a Steiner Stream • An award winning music school

SPECIAL PROGRAMS other hIGHLIGHTS • French Immersion program • Teacher awarded prestigious ‘Palmes Academiques’ • Sports and Music Excellence programs – the highest teaching award in French Education • Steiner Stream • Recognition as a ‘School of Achievement in the Arts’ • Marine Studies • Journalism Excellence Awards

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES SPORTS • Choirs, orchestras and bands • Debating and mooting, school newspaper Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • International newsletter AFL AFL AFL AFL • Reef and snow trips Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball languages Cricket Cricket Cricket Cricket • French • Japanese Hockey Hockey Beach Beach SCHOOL FACILITIES volleyball volleyball • Maritime training centre Netball Netball Aerobics Aerobics • Dance and recording studios Rugby league Rugby league Ice-skating Ice-skating • Library link to university libraries • Computer and science laboratories Running club Running club Rugby union Rugby union • Business education centre Soccer Soccer Soccer Soccer • Art facilities – kiln and darkroom Softball Softball Tenpin Tenpin • Sports fields and courts bowling bowling tertiary pATHways Tennis Tennis Tennis Tennis • Bond University and Griffith University – Touch football Touch football Touch football Touch football University Pathways Program • University of Melbourne Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • TAFE Surfing Surfing Surfing Surfing A WARDS Swimming Swimming • Gold Coast Music Eisteddfod annual award winners • High Distinctions – National Maths and Science Competitions • Distinction in French Immersion – National Top Ten School • High Distinctions – National Language Competitions, Minister’s/Courier Mail • Volleyball Excellence – National Top Ten School Elanora State High School Year established 1990 Phone +61 7 5533 9299 Number of students 1200 Fax +61 7 5534 8332 Street address 19th Avenue, Elanora Website www.elanorashs.eq.edu.au QLD 4221, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Elanora SHS is an innovative school situated on the southern end of the Gold Coast, just three kilometres west of pristine surf beaches. The school is nestled between local suburban areas and the foothills of the hinterland. Every student undertakes a ‘personalised learning’ journey through secondary schooling to future employment, further training or university. We have national award winning programs in dance, business, surfing and leadership.

threeeasons r to choose elanora state high school three reasons to choose benowa state high school • Sustained high level of academic achievement • Proven commitment to academic, cultural and sporting excellence • Diverse range of specialist programs, including French Immersion, Music Excellence, Sports Excellence and a Steiner Stream • Individualised career pathways • An award winning music school • Spacious natural environment supportive of learning

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • Certificate III in Hospitality Operations • Six times National Finalists – Australian Business • Certificate III in Children’s Services Week Program SHS | Elanora SHS Benowa • Leadership and Business programs • Four times Qld Rock Eisteddfod Finalist

• Marine and Aquatic Studies • Australian Business Week Online Champion 2004 • Certificates III & IV in Fitness • National award winning surfing and dance programs • Certificate II in Tourism other hIGHLIGHTS EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Flexible timetable in senior school • Solar boat challenge • Personalised ESL support • Japan tour • Maths and Science tutoring • Canberra tour • Extensive student welfare network • Science and engineering challenge • Peer mediation

• Public speaking, mooting competitions region Coast Gold • Performing arts competition SPORTS • National science competitions Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Opti-Minds • Maths Challenge Interschool sport Optional sports program • Ski trip Swimming Swimming Canoeing Swimming languages Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball • Japanese Cricket Cricket Cricket SCHOOL FACILITIES Hockey Hockey Hockey • Resource centre Rugby league Rugby league Table tennis • Computer and science laboratories Soccer Soccer Soccer Soccer • Business education centre • Performing arts centre Tennis Tennis Tennis Tennis • Boating and marine facilities Touch football Touch football Touch football Touch football • Large indoor gymnasium Surfing Surfing Surfing • Volleyball and tennis courts • Music practice rooms Body boarding Body boarding Body boarding • Photographic editing studios Netball Netball Netball • Restaurant tertiary pATHways • Griffith University – GUEST Program, Campus Awards • Bond University – Pathways programs, Scholarships • Gold Coast TAFE – Direct Entry Awards • Southern Cross University – Direct Entry Awards

34 35 Helensvale State High School Year established 1990 Phone +61 7 5573 8555 Number of students 3 201 Fax +61 7 5573 8500 Street address 243 Discovery Drive, Helensvale Website www.helensvaleshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4217, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Helensvale State High School, located on the northern end of the Gold Coast, boasts a large campus in an attractive location. The school’s vibrant culture of achievement and opportunity is cherished and enriched by enthusiastic and talented students, professional staff and a school community supportive of student aspirations and dreams. The school is renowned for its academic, cultural and sports excellence programs and has strong links with industry and tertiary pathways. The energy that draws us together is the pursuit of our vision — preparing students for the future and providing futures for our students. threeeasons r to choose HELENSVALE state high school • Range of opportunities available to students in both academic and vocational pathways • State-of-the-art facilities in an attractive location • Supportive, professional staff that cater for individual needs

SPECIAL PROGRAMS • 2007 Australia Vocational Student Prize Award • Senior Photography • 2007 Prime Minister’s Award for Excellence • Music Extension • Winner of School - based Apprentice of the Year • English Extension • 2007 Winner Science and Engineering Super • A range of Certificate I, II and III courses in Challenge – Griffith University Horticulture, Business, Technology and Hospitality other hIGHLIGHTS • Australian Business Week • Excellence in Sport programs • Riviera Enterprise • Youth Pathways mentoring program • Multimedia Certificate III • Guest Program – Year 12 students can undertake a EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES subject for a semester at university • Sport and recreation, cheerleading • LEEP (Leading Enterprise Education Pilot) – • Performing arts, musical, drama festivals, partnerships with local business rock eisteddfod SPORTS • Cultural excursions • Debating, public speaking, science, maths and Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 language competitions Swimming Swimming • Annual international study tours (Y9–10) (Y8) • Ski trip • Senior formal Softball (Y9) Athletics (Y8) T-Ball (Y8) • Horticultural display at Gold Coast Show Modified Athletics Athletics Dance (Y8) • After school tutorials Games (Y8) (Y8–Y10) (Y11–12) languages Touch Touch Y10 • Japanese football (Y8, football Resistance SCHOOL FACILITIES Y10–Y12) (Y8–9) training • Specialised dance room Netball (Y9) Netball (Y8) Cricket (Y9) • Performing arts stage Netball/ Basketball Basketball Table tennis • Learning centre and student activity centre basketball (Y8) (Y9) (Y10) • Multipurpose courts, oval and gym (Y10) • Photography dark room • Industry standard kitchen Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • Industrial design room (Y11–12) (Y10) (Y9) • 488 computers in 12 dedicated laboratories Badminton Badminton tertiary pATHways (Y10) (Y11–12) • Bond University Excellence in Sport classes • Griffith University– High Achiever Direct Entry All year levels throughout the year • EXSCITE Science • Basketball • Netball • TAFE (Guest Program) • Tennis • Touch football • Rugby league • Australian football (AFL) A WARDS • Athletics • Year 8 – rugby union • 2007 ABW Entrepreneur of the Year NB. Students excelling in sports not offered at the school • Winner – Gold Coast Science Competition can be accepted into the athletics program to do individualised training Keebra Park State High School Year established 1973 Phone +61 7 5509 2555 Number of students 700 Fax +61 7 5591 7256 Street address Anne Street, Southport Website www.keebparkshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4215, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Keebra Park SHS is located in the centre of Gold Coast City, a short distance from Surfers Paradise. Transport links provide easy access to surfing, shopping and recreational opportunities. The school is a small and friendly school with a strong record of academic success and sporting excellence. Keebra Park SHS welcomes students from many nations and has a dedicated faculty for teaching English as a Second Language. With a curriculum focus on science and technology, Keebra Park has strong links with the nearby Griffith University and Gold Coast Institute of TAFE. As an international student at Keebra Park, you will be offered a high level of personal support to ensure you have a safe and challenging educational experience. threeeasons r to choose keebra park state high school • Individualised and advanced curriculum delivered by professional and committed teachers • Outstanding facilities and programs in Science, Technology and Sports Excellence • Personalised, supportive and caring international program

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • Science extension • Music extension • BHP National Science Awards • Guitar making • Art and Design • Winner Gold Coast Schools’ Chess Competition SHS Park | Keebra SHS Helensvale • Dance • Hospitality • Winner Queensland Science Competition • Tourism • High Distinction Australian Schools’ Computer Skills

• Learn to surf • Australian Museum Eureka Prize • Plus Pathways Program (gifted and talented) • Rio Tinto Science Awards • Rugby League Excellence • Gold Medal Australian Culinary Challenge • English as a Second Language (ESL) support other hIGHLIGHTS Keebra Park SHS has a major focus on science and EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES technology education for gifted academic students. • Chess • Surf safety training Keebra Park students have gained international recognition • Dance • Drama festival for science research projects. The Plus Pathways Program

• Leadership camps • Music extension provides extension level teaching in science, maths and region Coast Gold • Concert band and vocal group technology, with each student issued a laptop computer. The new science centre incorporates a fully equipped languages biotechnology laboratory. The school also has recognised • Japanese • French • Chinese programs in Business Education and the Performing Arts. SPORTS SCHOOL FACILITIES • Three computer laboratories Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Fully equipped gymnasium AFL AFL Athletics • Indoor sports hall Baseball Baseball • Commercial kitchen • Independent study area with computer access Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball • Tennis and basketball courts Chess Chess Chess Chess • Dance studio Cricket Cricket Cricket Cricket • Sporting fields • Art and design studio Cross country Cross country • New science centre 2010 Hockey Hockey • Furnishing workshop Netball Netball Netball Netball tertiary pATHways Rugby league Rugby league Rugby league Rugby league • Griffith University – Direct Entry Soccer Soccer Soccer • Gold Coast Institute of TAFE – Direct Entry • Bond University – Student for a Semester Surfing Surfing Surfing Surfing • Queensland University of Technology Swimming • University of Queensland Tennis Tennis Tennis Tennis Touch football Touch football Touch football Touch football Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball

36 37 Merrimac State High School Year established 1979 Phone +61 7 5595 8666 Number of students 1304 Fax +61 7 5595 8600 Street address Dunlop Court, Mermaid Waters Website www.merrimacshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4218, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Merrimac SHS is a safe and exciting school close to the beach offering an extensive range of innovative subjects, sport and diverse extracurricular activities. A futures driven, dynamic curriculum embraces new ideas and technologies and is marked by strong partnerships with local industries, sporting organisations, university pathways and international organisations. These partnerships provide individual learning pathways beyond school — cultural, academic, vocational, sporting or artistic. threeeasons r to choose merrimac state high school • Spirit of cooperation and belonging among staff and students • Specialised programs to cater for international students encompassing surfing, surf rescue and Australian Studies • Flexible four day week timetable – Mondays used for travel and excursions, ESL classes, enrichment and individualised programs. SPECIAL PROGRAMS other hIGHLIGHTS • Performing arts merit program in dance • Specialised academic, sporting and Chinese • Gifted and talented programs and Japanese language programs for • Digital animation and gaming international students • Fashion studies • Individualised curriculum • Marine and boating studies • Merrimac SHS has a strong focus on offering • Engineering international students the chance to see Australia. • National Academy of the Performing Arts The school offers supervised trips to students who • Hospitality and Tourism demonstrate high standards of attendance and • Child care class participation to destinations including Sydney EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES and Canberra, Cairns and the Great Barrier Reef, • Local, national and international school trips Heron Island (marine studies), ski trip, Japan and • Music excellence, band China, and Byron Bay (surf camp) • Dance performance and school musical • School Council SPORTS • School musical Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Academic tutorials Soccer Soccer Soccer Indoor soccer • Chess Swimming Basketball Basketball languages Tennis Tennis Tennis • Chinese • Japanese Cricket Cricket Cricket SCHOOL FACILITIES • Dance, photography, art, music studios Basketball Basketball Track and • Two multimedia laboratories and laptops supplied field to all students in Year 9 to 12 Touch football Touch football Touch football • Swimming pool and sport facilities Rugby league Rugby league Rugby union • School hospitality centre and restaurant AFL AFL AFL (Girls) tertiary pATHways Golf Golf Golf • Direct links with Bond University, Griffith University, University of Central Queensland, Southern Cross Netball Netball Netball University and other tertiary providers Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Beach • Opportunity to include university study in Year 11 or volleyball 12 giving credit towards a degree Hockey Hockey A WARDS Surfing Cross country Surfing • Winner – Bond University Best School Academic Competition Surf rescue Surf rescue • Winner – Queensland Chess Award Body boarding Body boarding • Regional Sporting Champions (basketball, tennis, Gaelic football) • Finalist – Rock Eisteddfod State Titles Merrimac State High School Miami State High School Year established 1963 Phone +61 7 5554 0333 Number of students 1020 Fax +61 7 5554 0300 Street address 2137-2205 Gold Coast Highway, Miami Website www.miamishs.eq.edu.au QLD 4220, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Miami SHS’s unique location on one of the world’s most famous surfing beaches allows students to experience an education lifestyle that balances academic pursuits with sport and recreational activities. Miami SHS is a small, friendly and caring school that offers international students a safe and supportive learning environment. The school prides itself on its high quality English as a Second Language Program (ESL) with qualified support staff. The school offers an innovative curriculum with direct entry pathways to university and other tertiary providers. So whether you are a talented academic, keen sportsperson or an aspiring artist, there is a learning pathway for you at Miami SHS. threeeasons r to choose miami state high school • Small school offering a personalised experience • Attractive school campus on a famous surfing beach with urban and hinterland homestay experiences • Direct entry pathways to a range of universities and tertiary providers

SPECIAL PROGRAMS • Queensland University of Technology – START QUT • Art and design (enhanced studies program offering university • ESL support experience and preferential entry for Year 12 students) SHS | Miami SHS Merrimac • Digital technology • Gold Coast Institute of TAFE – Direct Entry

• Film and Television • Marine studies A WARDS • Peter Doherty Science Award Winner • Dance • First Place and Outstanding Overall Participating • Horticulture School – BUFTA Film Festival National Awards • Hospitality • Gold and Bronze Medals – Fiji Tau Games • Learn to surf program (touch football) • Aerospace studies • Gold Medal Winner – Gold Coast Culinary Challenge EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • National Excellence in Teaching Award Winner

• International tours • High School to University Partnership for region Coast Gold • Ski tour International Students • Concert band eisteddfod • Learn to swim and swim technique programs SPORTS • After-school tutorials Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 languages Learn to Surf Learn to Surf Learn to Surf Learn to Surf • Japanese Surfing Surfing Surfing Surfing SCHOOL FACILITIES Bodyboarding Bodyboarding Bodyboarding Bodyboarding • 25 metre heated swimming pool Football Football Futsal Futsal • Dance studio • Film and Television recording and editing facility Volleyball Volleyball Beach Beach volleyball volleyball • Networked computer laboratories • Sporting fields Basketball Basketball Track and Track and • Great hall field field • Gymnasium Netball Netball Bowling Bowling • Hospitality kitchens Touch Touch Snooker Snooker • Visual arts centre football football • Specialist science laboratories • Marine studies equipment Swimming Cross country Rugby Rugby tertiary pATHways • University of Queensland – Direct Entry Engineering Rugby league Rugby league • Griffith University – Direct Entry and Guaranteed Admission Scheme Program • Bond University – Study for a Semester and Scholarship

38 39 Palm Beach–Currumbin State High School Year established 1972 Phone +61 7 5525 9333 Number of students 2 186 Fax +61 7 5525 9300 Street address Thrower Drive, Palm Beach Website www.pbc-shs.eq.edu.au QLD 4221, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Challenge and achievement, friendship and fun — these are all part of the educational experience of studying in Australia at Palm Beach–Currumbin SHS. Located adjacent to one of the Gold Coast’s most beautiful beaches, we are dedicated to bringing the students of the world together and helping them to discover their full potential. As well as offering an exciting range of programs, the school is dedicated to providing a service that cares for students while building trust and good communication with parents and teachers. We look forward to giving you a warm ‘Aussie’ welcome to Palm Beach–Currumbin SHS. threeeasons r to choose palm beach–currumbin state high school • Special programs that develop your unique talents and enhance your education • An opportunity to improve your English while studying with new friends • The best location on the Gold Coast and great educational facilities

SPECIAL PROGRAMS other hIGHLIGHTS • Academic excellence program National and regional participation in sports • Nationally acclaimed sports excellence program in competitions including: swimming, soccer, tennis, 13 sports (video and DVD available) australian rules, rugby league, kayaking, surf lifesaving, • Performing arts excellence program in Music, cricket, girls touch football, cross country, netball, Dance and Drama basketball, surfing and track and field. • Special programs in thinking skills and philosophy SPORTS EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Ski tour to New Zealand Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Debutante ball Interschool sports • Festival of Thinking Basketball Basketball • Surf safety training • Special excursions Volleyball Volleyball Soccer Soccer languages Netball Netball • Japanese Tennis Tennis SCHOOL FACILITIES Touch football Touch football • 300 seat drama theatre • Two dance studios AFL AFL • Gymnasium and swimming pool Cross country Cross country • Recording studio Sports Excellence • Sports auditorium AFL AFL AFL AFL • Boatshed adjacent to the river • Video conferencing theatre Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball • Five science laboratories Kayaking Kayaking Kayaking Kayaking • Eight computer laboratories Netball Netball Netball Netball tertiary pATHways Soccer Soccer Soccer Soccer • Griffith University, – Engineering, ICT, and Rugby league Rugby league Rugby league Rugby league Arts Partnership Tennis Tennis Tennis Tennis • Bond University and Griffith University – Direct Entry Track and field Track and field Track and field Track and field Scholarship Program • TAFE – Engineering and Natural Therapies Partnership Surfing Surfing Surfing Surfing Touch football Touch football Touch football Touch football A WARDS • National Championships in soccer, surfing and Cricket Cricket Cricket Cricket rugby league • Gold Coast champion choir • Winner – State Rock Eisteddfod State High School State High School

Palm Beach–Currumbin Robina Year established 1996 Phone +61 7 5562 3444 Number of students 1300 Fax +61 7 5562 3400 Street address Investigator Drive, Robina Website www.robinashs.eq.edu.au QLD 4226, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Robina SHS is situated in the heart of the Gold Coast, close to beautiful beaches, mountains and hinterland areas. Our school is focused on our PROMOTE guidelines of Pride, Respect, Opportunity, Manners, Ownership, Teamwork and Excellence. Our school motto is ‘BELIEVE AND SUCCEED’. We believe in the values of an international education and encourage all members of our school community to become involved in our international program. A wide range of subjects, and excellent resources and facilities, makes studying at Robina SHS both educational and enjoyable. threeeasons r to choose robina state high school three reasons to choose palm beach–currumbin state high school • Special programs that develop your unique talents and enhance your education • A large range of state accredited programs, with a strong focus on university entrance, supports high academic outcomes • An opportunity to improve your English while studying with new friends • Flexible timetabling allows individually appropriate school program development • The best location on the Gold Coast and great educational facilities • Three full-time international staff and two part-time study tutors support all students in our international program

SPECIAL PROGRAMS AWARDS • Baseball A large number of students regularly place very highly Palm Beach - Currumbin SHS | Robina SHS | Robina SHS - Currumbin Beach Palm • Futsal in state and national competitions for Maths, Science, • Golf English, Drama and Languages.

• ESL • Marine Studies other hIGHLIGHTS • Japanese Immersion program • Three full-time staff to support international students • Formal after school tutorial program for EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES international students four days a week • Annual ski trip and Japan trip • Senior students attend classes four days a week, • School camps with no formal classes scheduled on Fridays • Talent quest nights • Learn to surf program SPORTS

• Clubs and activities region Coast Gold Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 (drama, music, public speaking, volunteer activities, futsal, baseball, international club, etc.) Baseball Baseball Baseball Baseball languages Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball • Japanese Cricket Cricket SCHOOL FACILITIES Futsal Futsal Futsal Futsal • Performing arts centre Golf Golf Golf Golf • Student activity centre Netball Netball Netball (OSH) Netball (OSH) • Parent centre • Authentic Japanese room Soccer Soccer Soccer (OSH) Soccer (OSH) • Purpose-built languages centre Tennis Tennis Tennis Tennis • Computer, multimedia and biotechnology laboratories Touch football Touch football Touch football Touch football tertiary pATHways Volleyball (OSH) Volleyball (OSH) Volleyball (OSH) Volleyball (OSH) • Bond University, QUT and UQ – Surf survival Surfing Direct Entry Program and surfing • Griffith University GUEST Program (OSH) – Outside School Hours • TAFE Co-operative Program

40 41 Upper Coomera State College Year established 2003 Phone +61 7 5580 7555 Number of students 2790 Fax +61 7 5580 7500 Street address 137 Reserve Rd, Upper Coomera Website www.uppercoomerasc.eq.edu.au QLD 4209, Australia

Shoolverviec o w 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 to the CBD of Brisbane, international students will truly experience the best of what South East Queensland has to offer. We are a college that caters for students to be lifelong learners through the promotion of learning pathways to the future. 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 for international students to feel welcome. We look forward to giving students from other countries a warm welcome to Upper Coomera State College. threeeasons r to choose 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

SPECIAL PROGRAMS tertiary pATHways • Academic Honours programs • TAFE – direct entry • High Performance Sport program • TAFE – school programs - Certificate II and III • E-learning – integrated technology into every class • Griffith University – direct entry from P-12 • Student for Semester program – Griffith University, • Industry Partnership Programs Bond University, Queensland University of • 1 to 1 Laptop (beyond year 9) Technology and University of Queensland and • Distance Education Opportunities University of Southern Queensland • Virtual Schooling • University – Student for a Semester programs A WARDS • 2010 Showcase regional winner EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES excellence in leadership • Performing arts – eisteddfod, dance, drama, music, • Bronze medal winner in the Gold Coast culinary cultural performances challenge • Debating, public speaking, mooting • Winner Gold Coast science competition • Futsal • Kokoda challenge • Theatre sports team – state finalists • Culinary challenges • Hip Hop • Top 16 state finalists – debating • Community service programs • Leadership camp SPORTS • Indigenous culture workshop Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 languages Swmming Cross country Athletics AFL • Japanese Cricket Fitness Softball Basketball endeavour SCHOOL FACILITIES • Performing arts centre Basketball Netball Badminton Volleyball • Film and Television recording and editing facility Rugby league Soccer Soccer Futsal and blue room Tennis Touch football Soccer Futsal • State of the art science laboratories Tennis Touch football Touch football • Industrial design laboratories and workshops • Dance studio • Sports centre Volleyball BMX/ • Gymnasium • Hospitality kitchens Skateboard/ Scooter • Sporting fields, indoor and outdoor courts • Information services centre Fishing Tenpin bowling • Advancement centre with mobility unit Surfing • Data projectors in every classroom • Mimio boards in junior classrooms • Coffee shop and training facility Upper Coomera State College

three reasons to choose 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 Upper Coomera SC Coomera Upper

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ABOUT THE SUNSHINE COAST 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. The Sunshine Coast is one hour’s drive north of Brisbane. 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, sub-tropical fruits, vegetables, and macadamia nuts. The region is also a major fishing sector processing fish and seafood for domestic and export markets.

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Student experience The Sunshine Coast region has everything to support a full community life. The Sunshine Coast offers a wide My name is Cristina de Souza and I come variety of outdoor, sporting, educational and cultural from Brazil. I chose to study in the Sunshine Coast activities of every kind. because of the beautiful beaches I saw on the internet. I was so glad that they looked even There is also a vast array of natural attractions in the more beautiful in real life! Sunshine Coast region including beaches, national parks and hinterland areas. My school is close to the beach so I can go surfing after school and on the weekends. The region offers a comprehensive range of shopping and public services including cinemas, theatres, art On the weekends I also go on day trips with my galleries and extensive entertainment venues. friends to Brisbane, sometimes we go to local markets and my homestay family has taken me hiking in the Noosa National Park. It’s hard TERTIARY EDUCATION PROVIDERS IN THE to believe that the city is so close to so much SUNSHINE COAST REGION beautiful nature! I have already seen a wild • University of the Sunshine Coast kangaroo and a wild koala! • Sunshine Coast Institute of TAFE Cristina de Souza Brazil • Central Queensland University

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(SS) State primary school Airport Train line (SC) State college 44 45 Bribie Island State High School Year established 1989 Phone +61 7 3400 2444 Number of students 4 96 Fax +61 7 3400 2400 Street address First Avenue, Bongaree Website www.bribislashs.eq.edu.au QLD 4507, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Bribie Island SHS 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. We 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. threeeasons r to choose bribie island state high school • Located close to Brisbane, Sunshine Coast beaches, the Glasshouse Mountains, and many islands • The curriculum utilises 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 SPECIAL PROGRAMS tertiary pATHways • Dance, Drama and Music • University of the Sunshine Coast – dual enrolment program • Film, Television and New Media • Queensland University of Technology – • Hospitality Practices dual enrolment program • Instrumental music program • Tertiary Aspirants Program – visits to UQ, Griffith, USC • Student Representative Council (student leadership) and QUT • Marine and Aquatic practices • Recreation Studies A WARDS • Tourism • 2007 Regional Showcase for Excellence Winners for • Moreton Island Biology Camp Career Education • 2006 – Career Education Lighthouse School EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Winner 2006 – QUT Scholarship • Academic competitions (English, Mathematics, Sciences) • 2005, 2002 – National Excellence in Teaching Awards • Ski trip • Winner 2003 – Kool Skools Statewide Competition • International tours (Japan, Indonesia) • Minister’s Awards for Excellence in the Arts OTHER HIGHLIGHTS • Public speaking and debating • Extensive school–industry links • Whole-school productions (musical, dance, collage drama) • Island environment with strong community support • Vocal group • Accredited with Council of International School • School dances SPORTS • Private surfing lessons Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Year 12 graduation and formal • Class Clowns competition Golf Rubgy league Rubgy league Golf languages Swimming AFL AFL Swimming • Indonesian Netball Netball Gymnastics SCHOOL FACILITIES Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • Film and Television editing suite Touch football Touch football Full body exercise • Indoor sport centre OZ Tag OZ Tag OZ Tag OZ Tag • Industrial technology centre • Computer and science laboratories Tennis Tennis Tennis Tennis • Boating equipment Badminton Badminton Badminton Badminton • Outdoor tennis courts • Performing arts theatre Rugby union Rugby union • Photography darkroom Futsal Futsal Futsal Futsal • Sports oval and swimming pool • Outdoor tennis, basketball and handball courts Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball • Practical art rooms • Library Cricket Cricket Cricket Cricket • New science and languages centre Swimming carnival – Term 1 / Cross country carnival – Term 2 Athletics carnival – Term 3 / Beach carnival – Term 4 Caloundra State High School Year established 1963 Phone +61 7 5436 8444 Number of students 1270 Fax +61 7 5436 8433 Street address 88 Queen Street, Caloundra Website www.caloundrashs.eq.edu.au

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Shoolverviec o w Caloundra High is located on the coast 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, Marine Aquatic Practices and Surfing Excellence provide students with immediate links to employment. An excellent Arts program includes Visual and Performing Arts, Music, Music Extension, Stage and Concert Bands and Vocal Group. French and Italian are the language options. Significant ICT capacity is provided in the school, with 11 computer laboratories and four computers in every classroom. threeeasons r to choose 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

SPECIAL PROGRAMS • National Institute for Quality Teaching Award for • Aerospace Studies • Surfing Excellence Performance Excellence Program • Volleyball and Touch Football Excellence • Excellent Contribution to Chemical Education – awarded to • Performing Arts – Dance, Dance Excellence, Drama, Music, HOD Science and senior teachers SHS | Caloundra SHS Island Bribie Music Extension, Vocal Group, Instrumental Music, • Winners – Catapult Division Sunshine Coast UQ – Science String Ensemble, Stage Band, Concert Band and Engineering Challenge 2009

• Marine Aquatic Practices • Robotics • Tourism and Hospitality • Excellence Performance Trophy – Winner USC Australian • Opti-MINDS host school National Chemical Analysis Competition • Supportive Student Services team • Winner Peter Doherty Award – Outstanding Senior Science • Middle and senior leadership programs Student Award • High Distinction, Distinction and Credit Awards in EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Australian English, Science, Mathematics and Information • Performance Excellence Program (Dance/Drama) Technology Competitions • Performance groups - string ensemble, concert band, • Second Place – Sunshine Coast Regional Dance Eisteddfod stage band, vocal group, female vocal ensemble, • First Place – Sunshine Coast Regional Netball Competition – male vocal ensemble • ASX Share Market Competition Senior ‘A’ and Intermediate ‘A’ Divisions • Creative Arts Program – Arts Gala Night, talent quest, • 2007 ANZAC Day Schools’ Award – Commendation Dance Extension Group (‘EDGE’), Photography, music eisteddfod • 2008 Planning Institute of Australia Merit Award • Artist in Residence (Dance) • Debating and public speaking • Regional Readers’ Cup Competition – Third Place 2009

• School camps – Senior Marine Studies (Heron Island) • State Volleyball Boys Open Champions region Coast Sunshine Year 8 Emu Gully Camp, Year 9 Camp, Music /Dance/Drama Camp • State Volleyball Open Champions • Opti-MINDS (gifted and talented program) • Top Five State Junior Volleyball Champions • Fiji Dreaming Tour • Leadership Program/Senior Leader Investiture • Sunshine Coast Regional Touch Champions – U15 Girls and U15 Boys • National Geographic Australian Geography Competition • Champion School – Volleyball – Trish Buckley Shield Competition • QETA/UQ Economics competition and the QHTA Historical Writing Competition OTHER HIGHLIGHTS • Debutante Ball • Year 12 formal • Distinctive Middle and Senior school • Split shift timetable languages • Aerospace Studies and links to Caloundra Airport • Rotary Youth Driver Awareness Program • Science Fair • French Years 8–12 • Italian Years 8–9 • Other languages are available through distance learning SPORTS (OG) Open Girls (OB) Open Boys SCHOOL FACILITIES Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Computer and science laboratories • Photography darkroom • Performing arts centre including two dance studios AFL AFL Baseball Baseball • Specialist music rooms • Hospitality catering kitchens Rugby league Rugby league Basketball Basketball • Indoor sports stadium and extensive outdoor sports fields, tennis courts, basketball courts and netball courts Soccer Soccer Cricket Cricket • Marine aquaculture, marine studies and boating equipment • Industrial technology and design workshops and graphics rooms Volleyball Volleyball Softball Softball • Art classrooms including computer pod for graphic design Netball Netball Netball (OG) tertiary pATHways Touch football Touch football Touch football Touch football • University of the Sunshine Coast Direct Entry Program • University of the Sunshine Coast Headstart Program Tennis Tennis A WARDS Swimming Cross country Water polo Water polo • Education QLD Showcase Excellence Awards 2006 – Regional Innovation Award – PEP Program Surfing Surfing Surfing Surfing 2008 – Regional Inclusive Award – SEU Lighthouse Program Rugby union Rugby league Rugby league (OG) (OG) AFL (OG and AFL (OG) OB) Athletics Athletics

46 47 Chancellor State College

Year established 1996 Phone +61 7 5453 3222 Number of students 2074 Fax +61 7 5453 3200 Street address Sippy Downs Drive, Sippy Downs Website www.chancellorsc.eq.edu.au QLD 4556, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Chancellor State College is a co-educational school located in an ultramodern facility on the Sunshine Coast. Our students enjoy purpose-built state of the art facilities in a natural setting with kangaroos being regular visitors to our grounds. We have a strong and innovative partnership with the University of the Sunshine Coast and ICT centre. This ensures the ongoing professional development of staff, the evolution of cutting edge curriculum and futures- focussed opportunities for students. Our purpose is to provide opportunities for every student at our school, to obtain the best educational outcomes with our aim to be ‘THE BEST WE CAN BE’. threeeasons r to choose chancellor state college • Part of a vibrant and cutting edge educational precinct led by USC • Exciting, innovative school committed to professional development of a futures-based curriculum • Ultra-modern school with state-of-the-art facilities supported by a friendly and caring community SPECIAL PROGRAMS tertiary pATHways • Unique curriculum links to USC (dual enrolment for Year 12) • USC Direct Entry Programs – Headstart and through • Microsoft Innovative Schools partnership curriculum offerings in the Senior School e.g. Biology/ (only one in Queensland) Engineering • Programs of excellence in the Sciences, ICT and Performing Arts • TAFE partnership program • Gateway to the ICT Industry School • Geographic Information Systems (GIS) A WARDS • Open Boys Regional Soccer – Champions 2009 • Systems Analysis and Design and Robotics • Open Boys Zone Futsal – Champions 2009 • Opti-MINDS (gifted and talented program) • Open Boys Zone Basketball Division 2 – Champions 2008 • Student leadership program – ambassadors and ministers • Sunshine Coast Inter-School Chess Competition – Runners-up 2007 • i-Journey online mentoring program • Music Eisteddfod – Trio/Quartet U/18 – 3rd place 2007 • Learning Place – online e-learning • Music Eisteddfod – Instrumental U/15 – Yr 8 – 2nd place EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES and Yr 9 – 3rd place • State and national academic, sporting and cultural • Music Eisteddfod – Instrumental – Primary – Yr 7 – 3rd competitions and eisteddfods place and Yr 6 2nd place • Instrumental music • Sunshine Coast Schools U/13 Rugby Union – Champions 2007 • Chess competition • Jonathon Brown Cup – AFL State Competition – Runners-up 2007 • Year 10 Biology camp • Sunshine Coast Regional Opti-MINDS Challenge – Participant 2007 • Musical, dance and drama performances • U/13 Boys Sunshine Coast Schools Rugby Union – Champions 2007 • Tours to Japan, New Zealand, & Papua New Guinea • Open Boys Zone Futsal – Champions 2007 (dependant on annual rotation of tours offered – • Touch Zone Premiership – Champions 2007 confirmation available by email) • Tennis Zone Premiership – Champions 2007 • Basketball Zone Premiership – Champions 2007 • Surfing lessons (optional, extra cost) • Qld State and Northern NSW Futsal Year 7 – Champions 2007 languages OTHER HIGHLIGHTS • Japanese • Italian • Student laptop program • Other languages available by distance education and • Wireless internet access across campus virtual schooling (by negotiation upon enrolment) • Joint sporting facilities with USC, including an international standard athletics track SCHOOL FACILITIES • Easy access to beaches and places of interest • State-of-the-art facilities • Wireless capacity through school SPORTS • High level of ICT capacity • Joint sporting fields, athletics track shared with University of Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 the Sunshine Coast AFL AFL • Certificate level industrial technology and catering facilities Athletics Athletics • Performing arts theatre • 150 seat lecture theatre Soccer/futsal Soccer/futsal Soccer/futsal • 24/7 swipe card access to computer rooms Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • Specialist music rooms • Instrumental program available (dependant upon availability) Basketball Basketball • TAFE accredited hospitality kitchen Cross country • Air conditioned lecture theatre/performing arts theatre Rugby league Rugby league Tennis • Video conferencing facility • Virtual schooling Touch football Touch football Touch football

Chancellor State College Coolum State High School Year established 1985 Phone +61 7 5471 5333 Number of students 795 Fax +61 7 5471 5300 Street address Havana Road East, Coolum Website www.coolumshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4573, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Coolum SHS 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 broad 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. Coolum SHS — care, respect and excellence. threeeasons r to choose coolum state high school • Situated in an extraordinary bushland environment, close to a surf beach • Students and staff are friendly, caring and make Coolum High a good place to belong • We offer a wide range of experiences, with a focus on academic excellence and student leadership and participation

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • Surfing Excellence Program • Winner of BP Grant for Year 9 Geography to develop • Rugby League Excellence Program extensive fire plan of school • Extensive vocational and training program • Eight teachers with ICT Pedagogical Licence SHS | Coolum SC Chancellor • Strong technology base in all teaching and learning • Teacher received $5000 Smart Classrooms Teaching • Geospatial information technology Excellence Award

• Winners of Minister’s Art Awards for a record 10 years EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Three winners of Top Ten in Queensland in Google • Annual arts expo Art Awards • Annual Year 12 conference • National Award winner for Clean Beach Challenge • Cheerleading • Young Legends Award, integrating science projects • Debating and public speaking • Suncoast Eisteddfod winners, Fusion Band tour • Interschool sport competitions • Winners Art Regional Showcase Award for Academic • Snow trip Excellence in Education • Learn to surf program • Eight teachers received National Excellence in • Highly awarded jazz and stage bands Teaching Awards • Extensive range of academic competitions Sunshine Coast region Coast Sunshine • Vocal group OTHER HIGHLIGHTS • School-based work experience program • School staff are district leaders in Technology Studies • Canberra tour • Study tours (Japan, Korea) • Registered training organisation for VET courses in languages Media and Multimedia, Work Place Practices, Business • Japanese Services, IT, Engineering, Furnishing, Tourism and SCHOOL FACILITIES Allied Health/Child Care • Computer and science laboratories • School teacher Spatial Technologies in Schools • ‘Futures’ virtual classrooms Project Officer at USC • Performing arts centre • Extensive student welfare network • Sports oval and football grounds • Quality homestay providers • Tennis, basketball, netball, beach volleyball courts • Formal after school tutorial program for • Art and video conferencing facilities international students two days a week • Library and internet access SPORTS • Practical art rooms, kiln and darkroom Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Extensive manual arts, hospitality and textile study facilities • Music practice rooms Swimming Rugby union Rugby league Swimming • Sports fields and tennis/basketball courts Cheerleading Cheerleading Cheerleading Cheerleading • Computer graphics facilities Basketball Soccer Beach volleyball • Recently upgraded science laboratories Surfing Cross country Surfing Cricket tertiary pATHways Netball AFL • University of the Sunshine Coast – Headstart Program (dual enrolment) Tennis Tennis Athletics

48 49 Kawana Waters State College Year established 1986 Phone +61 7 5493 3388 Number of students 1400 Fax +61 7 5493 3004 Street address Sportsman Parade, Bokarina Website www.kawanawaterssc.eq.edu.au QLD 4575, Australia

Shoolverviec o w 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 uniquely 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 SC has been involved in the EQI program since 1997 and is accredited through the EQI International Student Program and Council of International Schools. threeeasons r to choose kawana waters state College • Quality education in a safe, healthy and unique location • Highly successful tertiary and post-school preparation for all students • 21st century learning

SPECIAL PROGRAMS tertiary pATHways • Aquatics Program of Excellence • University of the Sunshine Coast Head Start Program • Football Program of Excellence • Sunshine Coast of TAFE Specialist Course • Marine Studies Entry Program • Programs of distinction in Arts (Drama, Dance, Visual Arts, Music) A WARDS • National Award in Quality Schooling for Student • Communications and Technologies Support 2008 • Vocational Education and Training (Marine, Tourism, • Showcase Award for Excellence by an International Computing, Arts, Hospitality, Construction) Student 2007 • English as a Second Language • National and Regional Mathematics, Science, • Additional after hours tutorials daily Chemistry, English and Computing competitions • Student leadership program award winners EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Surfing camps SPORTS • Marine studies excursions Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Tours to Japan and China • Leadership camp Volleyball Touch Track and Ballroom • Musical dance and drama performances football field dance • Writers’ workshops and competitions Badminton Soccer Biathlon Sports • Environmental taskforce aerobics • Harmony Day celebrations Water polo Water polo Water polo • Japanese sister school activities Surf skills Surfing Kayaking Kayaking • Gifted and talented program • International student orientation Surf Surf Surf • Senior graduation lifesaving lifesaving lifesaving Boating Boating Boating Boating languages • Chinese • Japanese Diving Fishing Snorkeling Diving

SCHOOL FACILITIES • Aquatics centre, Olympic-sized swimming pool • Computer and science laboratories • Performing arts centre • Extensive sporting facilities • Resources centre (library) • Marine and boating equipment • Industrial fabrications and furnishing workshop • International student centre Kawana Waters State College Maroochydore State High School

Year established 1964 Phone +61 7 5409 7333 Number of students 1120 Fax +61 7 5409 7300 Street address 160 Maroochydore Rd, Maroochydore Website www.maroochyshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4558, Australia

School overview Located in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, with a backdrop of beautiful beaches, Maroochydore State High School is a vibrant and dynamic school that is recognised as a leader in secondary education on the Sunshine Coast. 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. three reasons to choose kawana waters state College threeeasons r to choose maroochydore state high school

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• Excellence in Biotechnology Program • Basketball and tennis courts Kawana • Cricket Academy • Modern cafeteria • Centre for Creative Industries • Coastal cookery trade training centre • Gateway School Queensland College of Wine Tourism • Beacon Foundation Career Preparation program tertiary pATHways • University of Sunshine Coast – Headstart Program • Marine Studies (dual enrolment) • Surfing Development Program • Queensland University of Technology – Direct Entry • Film, Television and New Media • Sunshine Coast TAFE – Direct Entry Certificate Courses • Instrumental Music • Student leadership and care programs A WARDS • Driver education and Year 12 docudrama • TJ Ryan Memorial Medal Winner 2009 • Hospitality, Restaurant and Bar Service Courses • Queensland Showcase Award for Excellence in • Work experience program Innovation 2008

• Apprentice chef program • National Youth Science Forum Canberra 2010 region Coast Sunshine EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES student selected for a scientific study tour of Thailand 2011 • Sydney, Agnes Waters and Lady Musgrave Island trip • Queensland Schoolboy Cricket Champions 2007 for international students • Three Queensland award winning teachers 2010 • Debating • Opti-MINDS (gifted and talented program) OTHER HIGHLIGHTS • Science Fair • Broad range of academic, vocational, personal • Culture Fest interest, specialist subjects • Concert band, stage band, rock bands and choir • Leading Queensland schools in the implementation • Musical, concerts and discos of biotechnology in science • Cheerleading • 50 junior and 10 senior sports teams • National academic competitions • ESL support • Environmental – koala corridor program • Student Council SPORTS • Private surfing lessons Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Year 12 formal and graduation Volleyball Cross country Athletics Volleyball languages Surf Rugby union Rugby union Surf • Japanese lifesaving lifesaving SCHOOL FACILITIES Triathlon Rugby league Rugby league • State-of-the-art IT and industrial technology facilities Cricket Soccer Soccer Cricket • Multiple computer rooms • Performing arts complex Touch football Basketball Basketball Touch football • Sports stadium and function hall Surfing Futsal Futsal Surfing

50 51 Mountain Creek State High School Year established 1995 Phone +61 7 5457 8333 Number of students 2000 Fax +61 7 5457 8300 IB Street address Lady Musgrave Drive, Mountain Creek Website www.mtncreekshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4557, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Mountain Creek SHS is situated four kilometres inland from the Sunshine Coast’s Mooloolaba beach and close to the famous Australia Zoo. Mountain Creek SHS is one of the largest high schools in Queensland and has accreditation with the Council of International Schools. The school is also authorised to teach the International Baccalaureate Diploma. International students have the choice of an extensive range of subjects, a dynamic learning environment and access to a unique coastal lifestyle. threeeasons r to choose mountain creek state high school • Dynamic and innovative learning environment offering an extensive range of academic and practical subjects • Embraces the cultural diversity and global perspective of education • Safe and caring environment offering a network of guidance and support

SPECIAL PROGRAMS • State Champions in Basketball and Volleyball, 2007 • International Baccalaureate Diploma • State Champions Senior Boys Volleyball 2006 • Year 10 International Baccalaureate Diploma • State Champions Junior Schools’ Volleyball 2006 preparation course • Year 10 Rugby League State Champions 2006 • Programs of excellence in rugby league • Winner Senior Sunshine Coast Dance Eisteddfod • Programs of distinction in the arts • Finalist QDU Debating in Brisbane 2007 • National Champions Open Boys Basketball, EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Division 1 2008 • Debating and public speaking • National and regional Mathematics, Science, • Vocal group and choir Chemistry, English and Computing competitions • Orchestra and music ensembles award winners • Dance company • Community service other hIGHLIGHTS • Curriculum related camps and excursions • Split shift timetable • Overseas study tours to such places as Japan, • Full-time ESL support Mexico, Europe and Fiji • Additional maths and science tutoring • Weekly international student care meetings languages • University within five kilometres of the school • Japanese • Spanish • Extensive pastoral care infrastructure SCHOOL FACILITIES SPORTS • Sports stadium, pool and sports fields • Performing arts theatre, dance studios Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Computer and science laboratories Swimming Soccer Soccer Swimming • Student services building Basketball Basketball Basketball • Computer graphics facilities • Specialist music rooms Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • Specialist hospitality rooms Water polo AFL AFL Water polo tertiary pATHways Tennis Rugby league Rugby league Tennis • University of the Sunshine Coast – Head Start Program Rugby union Rugby union • QUT – Start Program Netball Netball Netball • Griffith University – Guest Program • TAFE courses Futsal Touch Touch football football A WARDS Athletics Athletics • Runner-up National Band Championship 2008 Cross country Cross country (Wind Symphony Band) • State Champions Open Boys Rugby Union, Open Girls Basketball and Year 9 Boys Volleyball 2008 • National Champions Basketball Division 2 – 2007 • National Champions Volleyball Division 2 – 2006 Sunshine Beach State High School Year established 1992 Phone +61 7 5440 4222 Number of students 1100 Fax +61 7 5440 4200 Street address 45 Ben Lexcen Drive, Sunshine Beach Website www.sunshinebeachhigh.eq.edu.au QLD 4567, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Sunshine Beach SHS is a modern, progressive and internationally accredited high school. The school focuses on the development of positive relationships with students and the community, pathways for students, teaching, learning and innovation. Sunshine Beach SHS has a strong academic focus and maintains links with several universities. Vocational areas include hospitality, tourism, visual arts and the marine industry. A well developed, high speed computer network ensures students undertake a 21st century education — with its challenges — fully equipped. With an experienced, professional and caring staff, Sunshine Beach SHS is able to proudly boast a quality education in a quality setting recognised as a Biosphere Reserve by the United Nations. threeeasons r to choose sunshine beach state high school • Located in the heart of Noosa, in a pristine natural setting two minutes from world famous Noosa beaches — recognised as one of the most attractive schools in the state • A choice of 44 subjects, Marine Studies camp and certificate courses • Surfing Excellence Program

SPECIAL PROGRAMS tertiary pATHways • Excellence in Surfing (by invitation only) • University of the Sunshine Coast – SHS Beach Sunshine | SHS Creek Mountain • Photography, Film and Television, the Arts Headstart Program • Marine Studies • Central Queensland University links • Tourism and Hospitality industry links • Links with the local TAFE (SCIT) • Italian Language Program (exchange with Bologna, Italy) A WARDS • Advanced Program in Music (Instrumental) • Youth Musical Award 2011 • Adventure camp (small additional cost) • Cheerleader State Champions 2010-2011 • Mathematics (Australia-wide Share EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Market Competition) • Study coral bleaching • Award winning film and Television students • Year 11 camp • Surfing lessons – learn from a world champion other hIGHLIGHTS (on demand, extra cost) • Links to experienced coaches in swimming and rowing • Deep Sea Scuba Diving Certification (on demand, • Variety of award winning music ensembles region Coast Sunshine extra cost for students holding a PADI certificate) • Choir State competition • Drama and dance performances • Representative to state honour • Bar Course – hospitality and catering activities SPORTS languages Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • Italian – Advanced Language Centre – Beginner, Softball Softball Soccer Intermediate and Advanced levels welcome • Five other languages available through Swimming Rugby league Rugby league Swimming distance education (French, German, Chinese, Cricket Rugby union Fishing Cricket Japanese and Indonesian) Soccer Golf Water polo Water polo SCHOOL FACILITIES Rowing Rowing Rowing Rowing • Marine aquaculture, marine studies and boating equipment Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball • Computer and science laboratories Badmington Basketball Basketball Badmington • Performing arts centre, theatre Touch football Touch football • Extensive sporting facilities and gym Surfing Surfing Surfing Surfing • Next to two swimming pools, 10 tennis courts (Excellence) (Excellence) (Excellence) (Excellence) and a skateboard park • Film and Television, multimedia Cross country Athletics • Photography wet and dry darkroom Adventure camp AFL Adventure camp • Virtual schooling facilities

52 53 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. 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 in which 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 minutes drive from Queensland’s capital city, Brisbane, and only two hours from the beaches of the Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast.

PLACES OF INTEREST Student experience Picnic Point Lookout is an ideal place to appreciate the The moment I set my feet on the ground in the Garden rugged mountain ranges, valleys and native forests of the City, Toowoomba, I was surely given a thrill by the rich Great Dividing Range. abundant image displayed in front of my eyes. This immediately made me have a greater, more consuming Toowoomba has an amazing array of walking trails, from interest in this city, people and the whole country. the more challenging hikes through the escarpment parks and mountain ranges to a stroll through well- The teachers here are the greatest teachers I’ve ever met; paved parks and bikeways. they all take great responsibility for the learning and success of their students. Cyclists are also well catered for, with over 70 kilometres of sealed bikeways passing through city parks and lying Living with my homestay family has been one of adjacent to scenic waterways. the coolest experiences I have ever had. I think my homestay represents most Australian people in that The prestigious, historical Empire Theatre regularly plays they are unbelievably polite and eager. host to performers from around the world. Through the experience of studying and living in Australia I have renewed my perspective on life and TERTIARY EDUCATION PROVIDERS IN THE have become a better person overall. My life in Australia TOOWOOMBA REGION was a priceless journey that will be forever embedded in my memory. These two years have • University of Southern Queensland – Toowoomba truly been the best time of my life. • The Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE Steven Gu Yunchao China

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• With nearly 90,000 people, it is the second largest inland city after Canberra • Its is a key educational hub that provides public and private education to Queensland’s regional areas • University of Southern Queensland is a world leader in distance and online education. Toowoomba schools

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(SS) State primary school Airport Train line 54 55 Centenary Heights State High School Year established 1968 Phone +61 7 4636 7500 Number of students 1,200 Fax +61 7 4636 7501 Street address 60 Ramsay Street, Toowoomba Website www.centheigshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4350, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Centenary Heights SHS is one of Queensland’s most respected international schools with a reputation for academic excellence. Centenary Heights SHS 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. threeeasons r to choose centenary heights state high school • Queensland’s first international program school in Toowoomba (1991) • Principal’s University Scholarship and Direct University Entry Partnerships • Consistently among top academic schools in Queensland – Top 1% across all sectors in 2011

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • Instrumental music and music extension • Regional student representation for Queensland • Seniors as Leaders program Government 150 Years Celebration • Gateway Schools Wine Tourism project • Winner of Queensland Multicultural Service Award in • Peer mediation and support training Education 2010 • Dedicated mentor program for international student • National Australia Bank Schools First Local Impact to assist in integration Award 2010 • Ongoing international student orientation program other hIGHLIGHTS • Toastmasters public speaking program for school leaders • Visits to universities and tertiary expos for EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES senior students • Competitions in English, Maths, Business and Science • Staff are expert at writing programs for • Art exhibitions international learners • Student council • Extensive ESL support • Cross-cultural awareness • Hosts the Offshore Curriculum Centre responsible • Public speaking and debating for delivering the Queensland Year 10 curriculum into • Annual ski trips overseas centres • Cross-cultural captain and cross-cultural committee • International student program newsletter (translated) • Cross-cultural awareness training for staff and students SPORTS • Annual whole school musical Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 languages Basketball Volleyball SSI Cup SSI Cup • Chinese • German (Fri. night (Fri. night (soccer) (soccer) comp.) comp.) competition competition SCHOOL FACILITIES AFL AFL Brisbane • Film and Television editing suite Lions • Learning facilitation centre Cup (AFL) • Sporting fields, gym, swimming complex competition • Six networked computer laboratories Swimming Rugby league Touch football Touch football • Six state-of-the-art science laboratories carnival SW Qld All Schools with interactive whiteboards Championships Championships • State-of-the art LOTE centre with interactive Soccer Soccer Soccer Soccer whiteboards Cricket Basketball Basketball Basketball • New international kitchen for senior and international students Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Netball Netball Netball Netball tertiary pATHways • Bond University – Principal’s Scholarship Program Touch football Touch football Touch football Touch football • University of Southern Queensland – Direct Entry Softball/T-Ball T-Ball Hockey Hockey Partnership Futsal Futsal • Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE (Cooperative programs and Direct Entry to Business Diploma) Cross country Gymnastics

Harristown State High School

Year established 1955 Phone +61 7 4636 8700 Number of students 1550 Fax +61 7 4636 8777 Street address 341-367 South Street, Toowoomba Website www.harristoshs.eq.edu.au QLD 4350, Australia

Shoolverviec o w Harristown SHS is a co-educational high school with an impressive list of achievements in academic, cultural and sporting activities. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools Organisation (CIS) in conjunction with Education Queensland. The school has unique ties with the University of Southern Queensland (USQ) and offers a comprehensive range of subjects in an extremely well resourced school. Facilities ensure the school is able to provide for students from the most academic to those interested in vocational subjects. A dedicated caring staff provide for students’ needs. threeeasons r to choose harristown state high school • International accreditation – a guarantee of quality • Great facilities, opportunities and curriculum choice • Personal – four mini-schools, with dedicated school staff catering to the needs of each student

SPECIAL PROGRAMS A WARDS • Film and Television • Queensland School based Apprentice of the Year 2008

• Dance, Drama and Music • Queensland Champions Rock Eisteddfod 2003, 2005 SHS | Harristown SHS Heights Centenary • Agriculture and 2007 • Aboriginal Studies • Regional Sporting School of the Year 1999, 2001,

• Senior languages 2002, 2004, 2006 and 2008 • Sports Academy • Various State and National sporting championships • Industrial Academy • Various music and orchestra awards • Accelerated Academies • Regional debating awards • Music Extension • Regional senior maths champions EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES other hIGHLIGHTS • Debating • Strong school–community links • Stage and concert bands • Extensive support network for students

• Strong orchestra • One of 21 schools in Australia accredited through region Toowoomba • Music ensembles, dance groups and rock eisteddfod the Council of International Schools, Australasia CIS • Interact (community based student committees) • Maths, English, Science and Business competitions SPORTS • Extensive sports program Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Term 4 • National competitions - Science, Business, Maths, ICT Gymnastics Gymnastics Gymnastics Gymnastics languages Basketball Basketball Basketball Basketball • German • Indonesian Indoor cricket Indoor cricket SCHOOL FACILITIES AFL Cross country AFL AFL • 1500 seat auditorium • Sports complex (25 metre indoor swimming pool, Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball Volleyball gymnastics facilities, three basketball and Rugby league Rugby league Rugby union volleyball stadiums) Cricket Track and Track and Track and • A unique creative technology centre with a 330 seat field field field tiered multimedia lecture theatre Softball Softball • Business education centre • Film and Television facilities Swimming Hockey Hockey • Dance studio Futsal Futsal • 11 computer laboratories • Extensive outdoor fields and courts catering for track Netball Netball Netball Netball and field, soccer, hockey, rugby and cricket Football Football Football Football tertiary pATHways • Direct entry to USQ on principal’s recommendation • Access to a variety of vocational courses

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AFL Australian Football League ANU Australian National University ASX Australian Stock Exchange BUFTA Bond University Film and Television Awards BYTE Building Technology Youth Excellence CBD Central business district CIS Council of International Schools CQU Central Queensland University CREN Corporation for Research and Educational Networking ESL English as a Second Language EQ Education Queensland EQI Education Queensland International GBSSP Greater Brisbane School Sport Program Abbreviations of Glossary GPS Greater Public Schools’ Association of Queensland

HSP High School Preparation program IB International Baccalaureate ICE Information, Communication and Education ICAS International Competition and Assessment for Schools ICT Information and Communication Technologies NEAS National ELT Accreditation Scheme NSW New South Wales NT Northern Territory NQ North Queensland OP Overall Position QANTM Multimedia College QDU Queensland Debating Union QGSSSA Queensland Girls’ Secondary School Sports Association QLD Queensland

QMEA Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy Schools Government Queensland QPAC Queensland Performing Arts Centre QTAC Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre QUT Queensland University of Technology RACI Royal Australian Chemical Institute RNA Royal National Association SC State college SCIT Sunshine Coast Institute of Technology SE QLD South East Queensland SHS State high school SS State school TAFE Technical And Further Education TV Television UNSW University of New South Wales UQ University of Queensland USC University of the Sunshine Coast USQ University of Southern Queensland

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SOCIAL SCIENCES SOCIAL with three asterisks MATHEMATICS

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LANGUAGES OTHER THAN ENGLISH OTHER LANGUAGES (Year 11 and 12) only. Merrimac SHS •••••••••••••••••••• ••••• • ••••••••••• (Years 11 and 12) only. Miami SHS • •••• •• •• •• •• ••• • •••• •• • Please contact schools • Please contact schools to confirm subject Mitchelton SHS * ••••••• • ••• ••• •• • •••• •••• to confirm subject offering as these may offering as these may Mt Gravatt SHS ••••••••• ••••• •••• ••••• •••• change without notice. change without notice. Mountain Creek SHS ** ••••••••• ••••• ••• ••• •• ••••• •••• • Not all subjects are • Not all subjects are North Lakes SC •••••• • • ••• • •••• •• available to all available to all year levels. Nyanda SHS • ••• •• ••• •••• • •• ••• • year levels. •••••••••••••••••• •••• • •••• ••• Palm Beach-Currumbin SHS • Some subjects and • Some subjects and Robina SHS •••••••• ••••• •• •••• • • •••••••••• programs mentioned programs mentioned in this publication are Rochedale SHS ••••••• ••• • ••••• •• • •••• in this publication are offered in the distance offered in the distance Smithfield SHS •••••••••• •• C • •• ••• ••• •• • ••• education mode. education mode. Sunnybank SHS ••••• C •• •• •••• ••••• •••• •••• • Some subjects and • Some subjects and Sunshine Beach SHS •••••• C • •••• •• C ••• • •••• ••••• programs mentioned in programs mentioned in this publication attract The Gap SHS •••••••• ••••• •• •••• •••• ••••• this publication attract additional fees. Trinity Bay SHS •••••••••••••••• ••• ••• • •••• •••• additional fees. Upper Coomera SC •••••••••••••• • ••••• • •••••• • Whites Hill SC * ••••••• • ••• ••• •• •• • ••• Yeronga SHS ••••••• C •• CC •••• C ••••• ••• •••••• 5860 59 61

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AERONAUTICAL STUDIES Aeronautical Studies • Aeronautical Science and Design THE ARTS The Arts • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Arts in Practice C C C C • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Creative Arts (Art, Craft and Design) • • • C • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Dance • Design • • • • • Drama and Theatre Studies • • • • • • Fashion

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