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Brisbane is also home to major commercial The University of Queensland (UQ) Queensland is also home to the World and industrial areas, and the largest medical ›› Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Heritage-listed Great Barrier Reef and Wet research institute in the southern hemisphere. ›› Griffith University (GU) Tropics rainforest areas, and many of our ›› Australian Catholic University (ACU) schools run student trips to see these and As a ‘university town’ Brisbane has a thriving ›› Central Queensland University (CQU) other natural wonders. education economy and six universities, ›› James Cook University (JCU) contributing valuable research to the ›› TAFE Queensland *QS World University Rankings®2019 world such as two vaccines for the human www.topuniversities.com/university-rankings/world- papillomavirus (HPV) — developed at The Getting here and around university-rankings/2019 University of Queensland. Brisbane is easy to get to as Brisbane airport is serviced by 34 airlines, with direct access Tertiary education providers to Asia, Europe, Latin America and the Queensland has a wide range of high United States. performing universities, including The University of Queensland which is ranked Venture just a short distance outside within the top 50 universities in the Brisbane to feed dolphins on Moreton world.* Brisbane is a popular destination Island, surf at North Stradbroke Island, see for international university study and whales in Moreton Bay, visit a farmstay, walk research. You can take advantage of the in our spectacular national parks or see many partnerships our schools have with nature up-close at Australia Zoo. Only one universities, including direct entry and early hour away by car you can visit the famous Find out more about university study options, and specialist surf beaches of the Gold Coast, and the studying in Brisbane training organisations like Aviation Australia. Sunshine Coast. eqi.com.au/why-study/where-to-study/brisbane

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Alexandra Hills State High School

Address Windemere Rd, Alexandra Hills QLD Year established 1987 Website alexhillshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1350 Phone +61 7 3820 1444

Alexandra Hills State High School is in a coastal suburb, close to seaside parks, walking trails and nature, with koalas on our school grounds, and platypus habitat close by. You can participate in extracurricular activities such as public speaking, sport, dance and music, and we offer more than 40 elective subjects and advanced programs including robotics. We have excellent facilities, technology and equipment, providing you with a quality education. Our experienced, highly-qualified teachers support you individually to help you to achieve your best. If you are interested in a career in minerals and energy, you can benefit from industry work experience and other programs through our membership of the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy (QMEA). eqi.com.au/sp/alex-hills-shs

Special programs Extracurricular activities Tertiary pathways ›› Centre of Excellence in Automation ›› Dance troupes ›› Access to QMEA and Robotics with partners QMEA and ›› International club ›› Direct entry to TAFE Queensland Brisbane Queensland University of Technology ›› Music ensembles diploma courses (QUT) ›› Debating and public speaking ›› Griffith University (GU) scholarship ›› Mentoring program for high-achieving ›› Environment club program students ›› Drama club ›› TAFE diploma courses (South Bank ›› Outstanding dance program ›› Specialist sporting programs campus) ›› Industry placement on certificate courses ›› Leadership program ›› The University of Queensland (UQ) such as automotive, hospitality, children’s ›› Rotary and Lions charity clubs Enhanced Studies Program services, aged care and fitness ›› Chess club ›› History club Languages ›› German School facilities ›› Italian ›› Automotive workshop ›› Japanese ›› Large dance studios ›› Film and television editing facility ›› Sports courts, gym ›› Science laboratory for senior experiments ›› Language centre ›› International students’ study room

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Aspley State High School

Address 651 Zillmere Road, Aspley QLD Year established 1963 Website aspleyshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 890 Phone +61 7 3863 9222

Aspley High is proud to be a school of choice for our local community. We are 13 kilometres north of the Brisbane Central Business District, on the banks of the serene Cabbage Tree Creek and close to reliable public transport and roads. We focus on strengthening you as a learner so you are ready for success at university. Our academic mentoring, after school tutorial program and in-class learning support will help you achieve the best you can. You will benefit from our many extra activities including arts (vocal group, dance performance teams, open mike and music), outdoor education (camps and outdoor challenges) and sport (soccer, futsal and recreational sport). We have excellent staff in our English language centre to support you in developing your academic reading, writing and speaking skills. eqi.com.au/sp/aspley-shs

Special programs Extracurricular activities ›› Sports ovals and the home of Metropolitan ›› Intensive English Centre with trained ›› Personal Development Program – outdoor North Football specialist teachers education ›› Dedicated Year 7 area ›› Academic mentoring ›› Strength to Strength – Fitness ›› Fire Up for gifted and talented students ›› Lego Club Tertiary pathways ›› SPAR – C Academic Entry program in ›› Student Council ›› Academic monitoring and tertiary Year 7 (Solving Problems and Reasoning ›› Dance performance teams guidance Collaboratively) ›› Musical, open mike and talent quest ›› University immersion days ›› TIPS – academic entry program in Year 7 ›› Ski trip ›› Science faculty university visits (Technology Integrating Problem Solving) ›› Located within 20 kilometres of Brisbane’s ›› Vocal Excellence School facilities five leading universities ›› Aspley Eagles – football. The home of ›› Specialist facilities for science ›› Vocational education and training (VET) Metropolitan North Football ›› Dedicated space for our Intensive English ›› Technical and Further Education (TAFE) ›› Homework Club and tutorials Centre ›› After school supervision until 5.30 pm five ›› The serene Cabbage Tree Creek forms an Languages days a week ‘outdoor classroom’ for students of biology Distance Education with in-school support ›› ‘Edu Stem’ coding and geography ›› Chinese ›› Instrumental music ›› Swimming pool ›› German ›› Strings ›› Gym and outdoor fitness facilities

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Aspley East State School

Address 31 Helena Street, Aspley QLD Year established 1963 Website aspleastss.eq.edu.au Number of students 879 Phone +61 7 3867 2777

Aspley East State School is a large, coeducational school 13 km north of Brisbane’s central business district; close to shops and transport facilities. Our school is a pleasant, caring and encouraging community where we will help you to achieve excellent academic results and enjoy your stay. While you are here you can participate in school trips to see local nature areas such as Nudgee Beach, the Boondall Wetlands and Bunyaville Conservation Park. You can also join in academic competitions, drama performances and our talent quest. We look forward to welcoming you. eqi.com.au/sp/aspley-east-ss

Special programs Extracurricular activities School facilities ›› Aspley State High School Learning ›› Outside school-hours care ›› Library Resource Centre, music Advancement Program (extension ›› Senior and junior choirs Instrumental classrooms, airconditioned classrooms, learning in a range of subjects including music program tree-lined oval and shaded playground philosophy, English, mathematics, the arts ›› Performing arts and cultural activities areas, on-campus after hours school care, and science, for selected students in Years ›› Harmony Day modern multipurpose tennis court 5 and 6) ›› ‘A’ Factor Talent Quest (performing arts) ›› Instrumental music, band and choral ›› External competitions such as: Brisbane Languages programs Curriculum Leaders Mathematics ›› Mandarin Chinese ›› Strings orchestra Tournament, International Competitions, ›› Visual arts Assessments for Schools (ICAS) academic ›› Student leadership and support programs competitions and the Australian ›› Programs to challenge students (chess Mathematics Competition club, Opti-MINDS, writing club) ›› Literacy Olympics ›› Enrichment Program for Year 4-6 students ›› Science Week ›› Chess Club ›› Social Media Club ›› EarlyAct Club ›› Lego Robotics ›› Inclusive Education Program

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Balmoral State High School

Address Cnr Thynne Rd and Lytton Rd, Morningside QLD Year established 1958 Website balmoralshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 560 Phone +61 7 3823 8500

Balmoral State High School offers you real opportunities with our business partnerships and our reputation for excellent academic results. Our school is six kilometres from Brisbane’s Central Business District, in a leafy area; just 1 km from the beautiful Brisbane River and close to popular shopping and dining. We are the only Queensland school that has a partnership with the aerospace company, Boeing; so you can work with scientists and engineers on real projects. You can enjoy the many beautiful parks near our school, and join us on school trips to places in Brisbane and around Australia, giving you many opportunities to make friends with Australian students. eqi.com.au/sp/balmoral-shs

Special programs Extracurricular Activities Tertiary pathways ›› Aerospace ›› Cheerleading ›› The University of Queensland (UQ) direct ›› Boeing Enterprise Team (Technology and ›› Instrumental program entry partnership for aerospace studies Business Excellence) ›› Vocal groups and rock band and engineering ›› Touch Football Excellence Program ›› Writers competitions ›› Griffith University (GU) partner school ›› Concert band, stage band, instrumental ›› Senior camps: senior biology/chemistry tuition (scuba diving), leadership Languages ›› Film and Television ›› Japanese ›› Fine Arts, Dance and Drama Studies School facilities ›› Mentored external (virtual) classes in ›› Sports (including interschool ›› Excellent science facility German, French, Vietnamese, Chinese competitions) ›› Creative Arts centre (Mandarin) and Italian ›› Hospitality and tourism ›› Film and television editing rooms ›› Dance and drama studio ›› Hospitality training facilities ›› Modern library and resource centre

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Brisbane State High School

Address Cnr Cordelia & Glenelg Sts, South Brisbane QLD Year established 1921 Website statehigh.com.au Number of students 3160 Phone +61 7 3291 4111

Our school is a selective-entry school for high-achieving international students. Many of Brisbane’s academic and business leaders are graduates of our school. Forty-eight of our students have gone on to become Olympians since our school was founded in 1921. Less than 500 metres from the Brisbane river, our school is in the heart of Brisbane; close to scenic South Bank and Kangaroo Point riverside parks, bikeways, cinemas, the Queensland Museum and the Gallery of Modern Art. If you are a high-achieving student, we welcome you to begin your studies with us in Year 10.

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Special programs School facilities Languages ›› English extension ›› Business education centre ›› French ›› Leadership program ›› Performing arts and music complex ›› Italian ›› Access to external language exams, for ›› Science laboratories ›› German example, Korean and Chinese ›› Visual arts studio ›› Japanese ›› Access to the Queensland Gallery of ›› Technology and design centre ›› Spanish Modern Art located in South Bank ›› Indoor sports centre, oval and sports fields ›› Chinese ›› Music Extension ›› Rowing equipment ›› Playing fields Extracurricular activities ›› Tennis/multisports courts ›› Music programs – instrumental, symphony ›› Basketball/netball court orchestra, symphonic band, concert band ›› Learning Innovation Centre and concert and chamber choirs ›› Museum ›› Drama, dance, vocal and stage ›› Student Services Centre productions ›› Research Centre ›› Sporting competitions

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Burpengary State School

Address 35 Station Road, Burpengary QLD Year established 1876 Website burpengaryss.eq.edu.au Number of students 955 Phone + 61 7 3491 0333

Welcome to Burpengary State School. Established in 1876, we have a long history of high academic performance, sporting achievement, rich cultural experiences, and award-winning bands and choirs. Our large coeducational primary school has more than 950 students, and we focus on success for all our students. We have a clear community vision to inspire you and we create many opportunities for quality learning so that you can help to shape the future. We are proud of our welcoming and safe school environment, and our exciting program of continuous school improvement. eqi.com.au/sp/burpengary-ss

Special programs Extracurricular activities School facilities ›› High school partnership with a science ›› High performance instrumental music, ›› Three separate ovals and playgrounds for and mathematics academy band and choral programs early childhood, middle and upper school ›› High school partnership with a STEM ›› Caboolture Basketball Inc partnership play spaces extension program (Science, Technology, ›› Robotics and coding clubs ›› P&C Centre: an enclosed hall for sport and Engineering and Mathematics) ›› Sporting competitions at district, state and the performing arts ›› STEM partnership with Queensland national levels ›› The Hub: 21st Century Learning Space University of Technology ›› Year 6 camp annually ›› School library with over 17,000 items ›› Entrepreneurs of the Future program ›› Arts Excellence Showcases ›› Specialist science rooms and STEM space ›› Life Skills Kitchen and Garden Program ›› University of NSW tests to extend ›› Full teaching kitchen and many garden ›› Student leadership program academic students spaces to grow food ›› English as an Additional ›› Public speaking competition ›› Wireless networked classrooms with Language/Dialect Unit accessible laptop and iPad trolleys ›› Speech language therapist and occupational therapist Languages ›› Japanese

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Burpengary State Secondary College

Address Pitt Road, Burpengary QLD Year established 2015 Website burpengaryssc.eq.edu.au Number of students 921 Phone +61 7 3481 6333

Burpengary State Secondary College is located on a large modern campus approximately 20 minutes north of Brisbane, close to beautiful Moreton Bay and Freshwater National Park. Our ultramodern college opened in 2015 and currently teaches Years 7 to 11. The college’s facilities are continuing to expand and our first cohort of Year 12 students will graduate in 2019. We value strong community relationships and support a culture of high expectations and excellent student outcomes. The school’s vision, ‘Innovative Learning in a Global Community’, is the philosophy behind a comprehensive curriculum that enables you to choose a pathway based on your talents and preferences. In addition to demonstrated success and a strong focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), we offer signature programs in the arts, community eqi.com.au/sp/burpengary-ssc leadership, robotics and sports.

Special programs ›› Creative writing masterclass program Tertiary pathways ›› Community, Culture and Leadership ›› Annual trip to Japan ›› Aerospace Gateway Schools program Innovation program ›› Debating ›› University partnerships are under ›› Sports Innovation program ›› Junior and senior dance troupes development for the first cohort of Year 12 ›› Arts Innovation program ›› Homework club students in 2019 ›› Robotics and Design Technologies Innovation program School facilities Languages ›› Science and Engineering Innovation ›› Sports hall ›› Japanese program ›› Performing arts theatre ›› Instrumental music program ›› Science lecture theatre ›› Aerospace studies ›› Hospitality kitchen and coffee shop ›› Tuckshop Extracurricular activities ›› Engineering workshops ›› Swimming carnival (Term 1) ›› Sound-proof recording / music studios ›› Cross-country (Term 2) ›› Basketball, volleyball, netball and soccer ›› Athletics carnival (Term 2) ›› Robocup Challenge (robotics competition) ›› Drama showcase and acting (including Queensland Theatre Company programs)

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Calamvale Community College

Address 11 Hamish Street, Calamvale QLD Year established 2002 Website calamvalecc.eq.edu.au/ Number of students 2250 Phone +61 7 3712 6333

Our college is a thriving multicultural school for students from Prep to Year 12. Our reputation is for educating our students to be creative, critical-thinkers, problem-solvers and confident citizens of the world. We have more than 2100 students from 66 cultures, with individual areas for prep, junior, junior secondary and senior students. You can benefit from our many quality facilities and specialist programs in sport, music, drama, aviation and hospitality, and we can also help you to plan your entry to university. As we are an IB World School, we offer two International Baccalaureate (IB) programs: Primary Years Program for students aged five to 12 years (Prep to Year 6) and Diploma Program for students in Years 11 and 12. eqi.com.au/sp/calamvale-cc

Special programs School facilities Tertiary pathways ›› Academic Excellence Program ›› Indoor sports stadium, ovals, 200- ›› University of Queensland (UQ) supported ›› STEAM Projects (Science, Technology, seat performing arts theatre, licensed pathways for IB graduates Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics) restaurant and training facility, STEAM ›› Links to Griffith University (GU) research ›› Athletic Development Program facilities, creative arts precinct, modern programs ›› Cheer-leading library, separate Prep facility, canteen, ›› Accelerated university entry through the ›› Hospitality uniform shop and more Diploma of Business ›› Chinese Language Immersion Program ›› Technology: iPads from Prep to Year 3 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) from Year Languages Extracurricular activities 4 onwards ›› Chinese (Mandarin) ›› Sports champions in the metropolitan ›› Support and wellbeing team chaplaincy, ›› Spanish (IB) (Years 11 to 12) region guidance, speech language pathologists, ›› Champion cheerleading teams learning and engagement staff, and nurse ›› Leo Club (Lions Club International) ›› Registered Training Organisation (RTO) ›› Instrumental music program offering vocational education and training ›› Vocal groups (choirs, instrumental bands, (VET) in hospitality and others areas orchestra, string ensemble) ›› International study tours

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Cavendish Road State High School

Address 695 Cavendish Road, Holland Park QLD Year established 1952 Website cavroadshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1825 Phone +61 7 3394 0777

Cavendish Road State High School is one of Brisbane’s oldest public high schools and we are recognised for high-quality education. We offer you a wide range of subjects, including university-level academic programs and sporting excellence programs that are only available at a small number of schools. While here, you can study advanced courses at university that will allow you to directly enter university after school. Our school is close to major shopping centres, public transport and Brisbane’s central business district. You can attend extra classes after school if you need help, or if you wish to improve your understanding. Our vision is to achieve and celebrate your individual excellence and success. eqi.com.au/sp/cavendish-road-shs

Special programs Extracurricular activities Tertiary pathways ›› Academies of excellence in: ›› Kokoda Challenge ›› Specialised academic pathways to ›› Ideas (Philosophy) ›› Opti-MINDS university, delivered at school ›› Accelerated Mathematics — offering ›› Variety of musical ensembles ›› The University of Queensland (UQ) credit university credit on completion including Drumline recognition program in mathematics ›› Science — offering university credit ›› Ski trip ›› Griffith University (GU) credit recognition on completion ›› Various international curriculum-based program in mathematics and science, ›› Instrumental Music (Jazz) school trips including biomedical science (pre-medical ›› Football (soccer) ›› World Challenge degree) ›› Netball ›› Study at university programs offered by ›› Touch football School facilities local universities ›› Music extension program ›› Kinesiology and bioscience facility ›› Problem Based Learning (PBL) embedded ›› Specialist music rooms Languages into the curriculum ›› Fully equipped gymnasium ›› German ›› Focus on Science, Technology, Engineering ›› Football teachers accredited with Asia A & ›› Japanese and Mathematics (STEM) and 21st century B coaching licence ›› Chinese skills ›› Designated international student precinct ›› Italian and Indonesian also available ›› Certificate III in Fitness through Distance Education

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Centenary State High School

Address 1 Moolanda St, Jindalee QLD Year established 1999 Website centenaryshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1492 Phone +61 7 3373 4555

Welcome to Centenary State High School. We are located in the western suburbs of Brisbane, with easy access to The University of Queensland (UQ). As we strive for excellence, we provide individual support and care for you on our safe, multicultural campus. We have world-class facilities, and we support all students to meet high expectations and to excel academically. We provide quality learning through high standards of teaching and opportunities for accelerated learning, including an extensive university links program. Our students consistently win awards for performance in a wide range of cultural, sporting and extracurricular activities. eqi.com.au/sp/centenary-shs

Special programs Extracurricular activities ›› International student support office ›› Individual acceleration programs in ›› Award-winning bands and choirs ›› Modern library and IT Centre science, arts and business ›› Debating and public speaking ›› Extension science and mathematics ›› Great camps program – Years 7 and 10, Tertiary pathways programs from Year 7 biology, music and geography ›› Early start university programs to provide ›› UQ Science Ambassadors Program ›› Centenary Rowing Club university credit in Year 12 — in specific ›› Music extension program ›› Musicals every year faculties at: ›› Excellence dance and drama program ›› Team sporting competitions ›› The University of Queensland ›› Highly acclaimed instrumental music ›› Academic competitions ›› Queensland University of Technology program ›› Science, Technology, Engineering and ›› Griffith University ›› Innovative business programs, including Mathematics (STEM) club and coding ›› University of Southern Queensland links to industry ›› Confucius Institute immersion ›› Classes in robotics and coding – School facilities programs Information Technology (IT) ›› Industry-standard arts theatre and ›› Certificate courses, including business, IT, auditorium — for elite performances and Languages fitness and digital media sound and lighting training ›› Chinese (Mandarin) ›› Confucius Classroom – university link ›› World-class indoor sports centre for ›› German ›› Chinese (Mandarin) Years 7 to 12 basketball, football and volleyball ›› Spanish ›› School-wide wi-fi for all devices ›› Specialist dance, music, film and new media studios

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Centenary Heights State High School

Address 60 Ramsay St, Toowoomba QLD Year established 1968 Website centheigshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1656 Phone +61 7 4636 7500

Our school is one of Queensland’s most respected international schools, with a reputation for academic excellence and achievement in the top 1% of schools in Queensland. Our students are from 60 nations, and we have received prestigious awards for encouraging leadership and cross-cultural awareness. We offer you many pathways to success, including direct entry to university after school, with 90% of our 2017 students receiving an offer of a tertiary place. Your stay with us will be a wonderful time to make new friends and to discover our beautiful city of Toowoomba, and we will support you in a safe, encouraging environment.

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Special programs ›› Public speaking and debating Tertiary pathways ›› Instrumental music and music extension ›› International Ambassador ›› The University of Queensland (UQ) ›› Mentor program for international students ›› Participation in state and national Enhanced Studies program to assist integration competitions in science, mathematics, ›› Bond University – Collegiate Excellence ›› Orientation program for international English, business and humanities subjects Scholarship program students is encouraged ›› University of Southern Queensland (USQ) ›› Peer mediation and support training ­— Head-Start program ›› Seniors as Leaders program School facilities ›› TAFE Queensland South West cooperative ›› International student excursions ›› Swimming complex, gym, sports fields programs and direct entry to a range of ›› English as a second language program ›› Performing Arts Complex diplomas ›› Flexi School ›› Kitchen for senior and international ›› Agricultural science program offering students Languages access to the Wilsonton Agricultural Field ›› School wi-fi coverage and high speed ›› Chinese (Mandarin) Study Centre internet ›› German ›› Dedicated teaching blocks for Year 7, home Extracurricular activities economics and hospitality, science, art, ›› Annual ski trip manual arts, music and special education ›› Cross-cultural captains ›› State-of-the-art science laboratories ›› School musical ›› Modern languages centre ›› Art exhibitions ›› Film and television editing suite

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Cleveland State School

Address Cnr Queen & Wynyard Streets, Cleveland QLD Year established 1868 Website clevelandss.eq.edu.au Number of students 704 Phone +61 7 3488 1333

Cleveland State School is 150 years old in 2018 and we are proud of our history of high academic, sporting and creative achievement. We have a growing reputation for an inclusive, international culture and teaching excellence, and our school is highly regarded in the local community. We offer you a respectful, safe and supportive learning environment, with many interesting classes and activities for you to enjoy, including languages, and excellent art and music programs. We focus on literacy, numeracy, science and higher-order thinking skills, and we offer you many options to challenge and support you and help you to become an active, committed and successful learner. eqi.com.au/sp/cleveland-ss

Special programs Extracurricular activities Languages ›› REaDing IncenTive program (REDIT) ›› Art exhibitions, twilight concerts and ›› French (Prep to Year 6) ›› Arts Alive program including arts extension musical theatre ›› Mandarin (Year 4 and extension – Years 4, program, musical theatre and art ›› Languages Day with Cleveland District SHS 5, and 6) exhibitions ›› Harmony Day, Science Week, Book ›› English as an Additional Language/Dialect ›› Days of Excellence (public speaking, Week, public speaking, French Week (EAL/D) support languages, mathematics, science and arts) ›› Year 6 camp ›› Instrumental music program: strings, woodwind, brass, percussion, junior and School facilities advanced bands ›› Dedicated international student and ›› Junior and senior choirs EAL/D rooms ›› Extension classes for all specialist subjects ›› Wireless-networked classrooms with for students with high intellectual and access to iPads and desktop and laptop sporting capabilities computers ›› STEAM-Athlon — an academic triathlon ›› Swimming pool focussing on Science, Technology, ›› Multipurpose hall Engineering, the Arts and Mathematics ›› Outdoor play, sports fields, outdoor (STEAM) learning areas and covered spaces

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Cleveland District State High School

Address Cnr Smith and Russell Street, Cleveland QLD Year established 1956 Website clevdistshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 2039 Phone +61 7 3824 9222

Welcome to Cleveland District State High School; a popular bayside school established in 1956. We are a member of the Council of International Schools (CIS), an International Baccalaureate World School and the only school in the Redlands with international schools accreditation. Here, you will be part of a school with devoted, caring teachers in a safe, supportive environment where we value all students and welcome international students. With our many cocurricular opportunities, we will challenge you to develop in academic, citizenship, sporting and cultural areas. We will encourage you to achieve your best and extend your learning in as many ways as possible, including the option to enrol early at university while you study with us. eqi.com.au/sp/cleveland-district-shs

Special programs Extracurricular activities ›› Industry-standard dance, drama and music ›› International Baccalaureate Diploma ›› Educational, cultural and sporting tours to industry resources ›› Excellence programs in creative arts and Europe, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Japan, Noumea, languages China, Borneo and Lady Elliot Island Tertiary pathways ›› Excellence program in Science, Technology, ›› Choir, drama club and dance teams ›› Griffith University (GU), The University Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) ›› 16 music ensembles of Queensland (UQ) and Queensland ›› Excellence programs in football, volleyball ›› Debating and public speaking University of Technology (QUT) — early and touch football ›› Reef Guardian and DeforestACTION admission and early enrolment ›› Asian Language Centre of Excellence, programs ›› Queensland Conservatorium Griffith Confucius Classroom ›› Photography, film and TV club University (music) — early enrolment ›› Marine science ›› Agriculture, animal husbandry School facilities Languages ›› Film and new media ›› Language laboratory ›› French ›› Individualised English as an Additional ›› Video conferencing facilities ›› Japanese Language/Dialect (EAL/D) tutoring ›› State-of-the-art gymnasium ›› Chinese (Mandarin) ›› Science research and technology ›› School farm ›› Sport officiating ›› Rugby and football (soccer) fields ›› Creative arts precinct ›› Two-court Multipurpose Hall ›› Industry-standard film and media facilities

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Corinda State High School

Address 46 Pratten Street, Corinda QLD Year established 1960 Website corindashs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1850 Phone +61 7 3379 0222

Corinda State High School won the 2018 Department of Education International Awards for ‘Internationalising The School Curriculum’ and for ‘Connecting Globally’. Only 20 minutes by train from the centre of Brisbane, we are in a beautiful, leafy suburb close to parks and sports fields, with spacious school grounds; including an agricultural farm. We encourage you to achieve excellence in your academic, artistic, sporting and community endeavours. Our curriculum includes a variety of interesting and practical classes such as industrial design, aerospace, humanities and entrepreneurship, to help you to improve your academic and personal growth. We value our international students as we recognise the importance of participating in the global community. eqi.com.au/sp/corinda-shs

Special programs ›› Voice and guitar tuition Tertiary pathways ›› Tennis Excellence program with ›› Specialist sports ›› Links with The University of Queensland Queensland Tennis Centre ›› Performing arts: music, drama and dance (UQ), Queensland University of Technology ›› Engineering, design, and technology ›› Agricultural farm teams (QUT), Queensland Conservatorium ›› Soccer Excellence program with the Griffith University (music), The University Queensland Roar football club School facilities of Melbourne, University of Southern ›› Dance Excellence program ›› State-of-the-art science laboratories Queensland (USQ), Griffith University (GU) ›› Exceptional mathematics and science ›› Agricultural farm and Bond University ›› Extensive Gifted and Talented programs ›› Dance, drama and recording studios ›› Highly acclaimed Instrumental Music ›› Indoor sports centre, sports ovals, tennis Languages program and Youth Orchestra courts, gym ›› Chinese (Mandarin) ›› Award-winning student leadership ›› Industry-standard kitchens ›› French ›› eLearning (DET) Immersion Excellence ›› Library and Information Communication ›› German Centre ›› Japanese Extracurricular activities ›› Corinda Cafe student coffee shop ›› Spanish ›› Australian Space Design competition ›› International Student Centre with student ›› Interschool debating competition kitchen facilities ›› Instrumental music ensembles: concert, chamber strings and symphonic band, percussion and big bands

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Craigslea State High School

Address Hamilton Rd, West Chermside QLD Year established 1975 Website craigsleashs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1000 Phone +61 7 3326 5222

At Craigslea State High School we have an excellent reputation for high academic standards. Our staff, students and homestay families are genuinely committed to ensuring that you receive the highest-quality education and have a safe and enjoyable experience. We have a long-established International Student Program of 20 years, and 100% of our past students said they would recommend our school and were very satisfied with our teachers and homestays. Our coeducational school of approximately 1000 students was established in 1975 and is located close to the city of Brisbane. We are a member of the Council of International Schools, which means that we meet rigorous international standards and are achieving top performance in the provision of a world-class education. eqi.com.au/sp/craigslea-shs

Special programs Extracurricular activities Tertiary pathways ›› Volleyball Academy ›› Sporting and cultural visits interstate and ›› The University of Queensland (UQ) ›› Signature Music program overseas Enhanced Studies program ›› Excellence in Science program ›› Instrumental music ensembles – seven ›› Queensland University of Technology ›› Instrumental music – woodwind, brass, different bands and orchestras (QUT) START QUT (Year 12) strings and percussion ›› Science field trips – marine ecosystems ›› Griffith University (GU) Early Start to ›› School choirs ›› Access to represent the school at sporting Tertiary Studies (GUEST) program ›› Student leadership program competitions in Years 8, 9 and 10 ›› Musical theatre productions Languages ›› Hospitality industry training and restaurant School facilities ›› German ›› Subject tutorials ›› Film and television studio ›› Japanese ›› English as an Additional Language/Dialect ›› Indoor sport centre ›› Senior external language exams (EAL/D) support ›› Beach volleyball courts ›› Swimming pool ›› State-of-the-art auditorium ›› Industry-standard kitchen and restaurant ›› International Student Centre

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Durack State School

Address 69 Inala Avenue, Durack QLD Year established 1959 Website durackss.eq.edu.au Number of students 650 Phone +61 7 3714 2666

Durack State School offers a comprehensive education from Prep to Year 6 in a safe and respectful learning environment. We are located in the western suburbs of Brisbane, and we are proud to have large, well-equipped playgrounds and learning areas. Our teachers provide positive support and careful instruction and we celebrate academic, cultural and sporting successes. We also have an Onsite kindergarten and strong partnerships with our local community.

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Special programs Extracurricular activities School facilities ›› Multicultural Week – celebration of culture ›› Music and Arts program ›› Hall for performing arts and physical ›› Early Years oral language program ›› Choir education ›› RoleM project – Representations, Oral ›› Instrumental music ›› Tuckshop five days per week Language, Engagement in Mathematics ›› Multicultural dance ›› Kindergarten ›› Student leadership program ›› Chess Club ›› Special education support building ›› Extension programs including: robotics, ›› Science Club ›› Multipurpose basketball court coding, debating and writing ›› Friendship Club ›› Special education support program ›› Problem-solving games club Languages ›› School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support ›› Garden Club ›› English as an Additional Language/Dialect program (SWPBS) ›› Religious Instruction programs (optional) (EAL/D) support program ›› Christian ›› Auslan (Australian Sign Language) ›› Buddhist ›› Islamic prayer group ›› Year 5 farm camp ›› Year 6 Canberra trip ›› Outside school hours care

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Earnshaw State College

Address Cnr Earnshaw & Tufnell Roads, Banyo QLD Year established 2003 Website earnshawsc.eq.edu.au Number of students 750 Phone +61 7 3621 7333

At Earnshaw State College we provide Prep to Year 12 education in Banyo, a vibrant and growing district north of Brisbane. Our college is just a five-minute walk from a train station and a 20-minute train journey to the centre of Brisbane. Nudgee Beach and one of Brisbane’s most significant Aboriginal sites are a short walk away, while the wonderful beaches of the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast are less than one hour by car. We provide many opportunities for you to engage in academic, cultural and sporting pursuits and our college staff build strong relationships with students to develop a thorough understanding of you and your aspirations. At Earnshaw State College we encourage you to be engaged and motivated to learn in a healthy, happy college culture that achieves results and builds your confidence and skills for the future. eqi.com.au/sp/earnshaw-sc

Special programs ›› A range of sports including swimming, ›› Performing arts theatre ›› Gender-based education to cater for football, triathlon, gymnastics and skipping ›› Sports hall, large playing fields and 25 m different learning needs in Years 4 and 5 ›› School excursions to Japan and Canberra swimming pool ›› Da Vinci’s Workshop creative makerspace (Australia), skiing trip and a community ›› Library, bookshop and cafe ›› Science, Technology, Engineering and project in Borneo ›› Outside school hours care Mathematics (STEM), robotics and coding ›› Sister school friendship with Showa High from Prep School, Nagoya, Japan Tertiary pathways ›› Diploma course in Business (Year 11) ›› Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme ›› Network of support for career planning and ›› Certificate courses in Hospitality, and ›› Study and homework clubs tertiary options, including strong links to Information, Digital Media and Technology universities, TAFE and local employers ›› International ambassador program linking School facilities ›› ‘Uni Step-Up’ program with Australian international students with peers ›› International student resource centre Catholic University (three-minute walk ›› Online access to assessments, homework ›› STEM workshop with 3D printers, lasers, from school) and lessons robotics, drones and virtual reality ›› QUT early start university courses (Years ›› Specialised facilities for industrial 11 and 12) Extracurricular activities technology and visual arts with pottery kiln ›› Drama, art, dance and music (instrumental, ›› Hospitality and barista facilities Languages bands and vocal groups) ›› Science laboratories and computer ›› Japanese. (Other languages through ›› Book and writing clubs laboratories distance education) ›› STEM including Young Engineers’ programs ›› Tennis, basketball and netball courts ›› French conversation club

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Ferny Grove State High School

Address McGinn Road, Ferny Grove QLD Year established 1980 Website fernygroveshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1772 Phone +61 7 3550 5777

Ferny Grove State High School provides a caring and supportive environment with many quality opportunities for you to develop and excel. We offer a wide range of different academic, cultural, sporting and citizenship study areas, so you can find something interesting to you, and we will help you to prepare for further study or employment. You can choose from a large number of extracurricular activities, including our academic excellence program, equestrian program, and ‘Mad Scientists’ club. We are just 12 kilometres from the centre of Brisbane city, and convenient to a train station. Located in beautiful bushland, our school is close to walking tracks and bicycle paths, and Samford and Bunyaville nature conservation parks are also nearby. eqi.com.au/sp/ferny-grove-shs

Special programs ›› Equestrian program (horses) — learn Tertiary pathways ›› Academic extension programs skills such as dressage, show jumping ›› The University of Queensland (UQ) ›› Internationally acclaimed instrumental and and eventing, and represent the school at Enhanced Studies program (university choral music program regional and state competitions. subjects studied during Year 12) ›› Agriculture ›› ‘Mad Scientists’ club – past activities have ›› START QUT – Queensland University of ›› German Immersion Program included bridge building, water rockets Technology (QUT) university subjects ›› Learning Excellence at Ferny (LEAF) and talks by visiting experts studied during Year 12 program – an academic program with an ›› TAFE Queensland tertiary entrance programs entrance exam School facilities ›› Greater Brisbane school sport membership ›› Operational school farm Languages ›› Large, multipurpose hall and modern 350- ›› German Extracurricular activities seat auditorium for performance, lecture ›› German extension ›› School camps and community events ›› Indonesian ›› Year 7, 9 and 11 leadership camp ›› State-of-the-art ICT facilities, including a ›› Subject camps in biology, languages, one-to-one laptop program drama and instrumental music ›› New learning centre currently under ›› Overseas exchanges construction; due for completion in 2020. ›› Annual ski trip ›› FG (Ferny Grove) student radio station ›› Kokoda Challenge

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Holland Park State High School

Address Bapaume Road, Holland Park West QLD Year established 1971 Website hollandparkshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 610 Phone +61 7 3347 0100

Holland Park State High School is an independent public school, located within a 15-minute drive of Brisbane city centre. As a boutique high school, we offer students the benefit of learning in many smaller classes led by highly qualified and dedicated teaching staff.

The parents of our students select our school for its high standards, our focus on individuals, strong academic results, vocational pathways and our tailored Senior School programs.

Holland Park State High School offers academic excellence and extension classes in English, mathematics and science, in addition to a High-Performance Volleyball program, Japanese, High Performance Athlete Support and Music Extension. eqi.com.au/sp/holland-park-shs

Special programs ›› Interschool sports Tertiary pathways ›› ​Triple E excellence programs in English, ›› Kokoda trek ›› ​Queensland University of Technology mathematics and science (Years 8 to 10) ›› Music groups (13 ensemble groups) (QUT): START QUT Program ›› High-Performance Volleyball program ›› School musical (biannual) ›› The University of Queensland (UQ): UQ (expert coaching and high-level ›› Talent Quest Enhanced Studies Program competition) ›› Touch football ›› Griffith University: GUEST Program ›› Bilingual Japanese program (from 2020) ›› Technical and Further Education (TAFE) offering proficiency and masterclass School facilities Queensland: TAFE at School options ›› Assembly hall ›› TAFE SkillsTech: TAFE at School ›› Music Extension ›› Student recreation area ›› Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy ›› Library and resource centre Languages mentoring and extension program ›› Purpose-built indoor volleyball courts ›› ​German ›› General purpose oval, sporting fields, and ›› Japanese Extracurricular activities basketball/netball courts ›› Art @ the Park ›› Commercial kitchens ›› Book Buddies ›› Drama club ›› Garden club ›› Gymnastics support program ›› Homework club

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Indooroopilly State High School

Address Ward St, Indooroopilly QLD Year established 1954 Website indoorooshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 2064 Phone +61 7 3327 8333

At Indooroopilly State High School we offer excellent teaching and facilities in a supportive culture of high academic achievement, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme. Located close to The University of Queensland (UQ), we maintain good links with universities and we do not wear uniforms so our school feels like a university. We promote diversity and we aim to develop your confidence, with teaching tailored for you and guidance on the many pathways available after you finish school. Enjoy learning on our large campus with beautiful gardens, close to public transport. We have offered international homestays for more than 30 years, and we have an excellent language support program to improve your English. Our students consistently achieve high tertiary entrance scores and well above average National Assessment Program — Literacy and Numeracy (NAPLAN) outcomes. eqi.com.au/sp/indooroopilly-shs

Special programs Extracurricular activities ›› Infrastructure to support bring-your-own ›› Aviation studies to qualify for a private ›› Concert, stage, strings, percussion and (BYO) laptops pilot’s licence whilst still at school brass bands ›› Aerospace Studies ›› Outstanding arts programs, including Tertiary pathways ›› CISCO Networking Academy dance, drama, music, visual art and film, ›› CISCO Networking Academy ›› Extensive cocurricular program TV and new media ›› Music extension – Queensland ›› International Baccalaureate Diploma ›› Debating and public speaking Conservatorium of Music ›› Robotics and Mechatronics ›› Interschool sport and Sporting Gala Days ›› Extension studies and course credit – ›› Spanish Immersion (Years 7–9) ›› Opti-MINDS Challenge – team problem- The University of Queensland (UQ) and ›› Music Acceleration (Years 7–9) solving in language and literature, science Queensland University of Technology (QUT) ›› Chinese Acceleration (Years 7–9) and engineering or the social sciences ›› Queensland College of Art ›› Mathematics and Engineering Acceleration ›› gen[IN] Design and Innovation Competition ›› Griffith Film and Animation School (Years 7–11) ›› Royal Queensland Aero Club ›› National and International Accreditations Languages ›› International Baccalaureate (IB) World School facilities ›› Chinese (Mandarin) and Spanish (Years 7–12) School ›› Purpose-built facilities for specialist ›› Opportunities to study community languages ›› Council of International Schools programs ›› Spanish Academy accredited by the (CIS) accreditation ›› Confucius Classroom in partnership with Spanish Ministry of Education ›› National English Language Teaching The University of Queensland ›› Spanish Entrepreneurial Innovation Accreditation Scheme (NEAS) ›› Flight-simulator Program: (IDEAHub) with UQ

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Ipswich State High School

Address 1 Hunter Street, Brassall QLD Year established 1963 Website ipswichshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1591 Phone +61 7 3813 4488

Ipswich State High School offers a unique learning environment in Queensland’s oldest provincial city, with award-winning programs and teachers. We value diversity and different cultures — including our traditional land owners, and you can make friendships here that you will keep for life. Our selection of subjects is huge; including Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) subjects, sport and beauty, and we also offer tutoring and assistance with your English. Year 11 students can study a university subject while at our school; through the University of Southern Queensland — Head-Start program. With our many subject choices and programs you can have any career, and we focus on helping to prepare for your future after school. eqi.com.au/sp/ipswich-shs

Special programs ›› Cheerleading ›› Extensive sporting facilities, including a ›› Excellence programs in Science, Technology, ›› Tutoring gym and swimming pool Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) ›› Study tours in Australia and other countries ›› Rugby league, dance, hair and beauty ›› NASA Experience trip Tertiary pathways ›› Trade Training programs in furnishing, ›› Students from Nerima schools visit our ›› University of Southern Queensland (USQ) carpentry, technology and engineering school annually and our school visits Head-Start program ›› English as an Additional Language/Dialect Nerima every second year ›› The school has one of Queensland’s (EAL/D) ›› School musical and concerts largest school-based registered training ›› Certificate I, II and III courses in a broad organisations and offers a wide range of range of subjects School facilities certificate courses ›› Hair, nails and beauty programs ›› Trade Training Centre ›› Specialist hair, nails and beauty training Languages Extracurricular activities rooms and a commercial salon open to ›› Japanese (Years 7–12) ›› Concert band, choir, stage band, strings the public ensemble and instrumental music program ›› Dance studios ›› Duke of Edinburgh Award Scheme ›› Art studios with a kiln ›› IT club ›› Film and television editing facilities ›› Manga club ›› Library and Resource Centre ›› Girls football ›› Science laboratories ›› Netball, soccer, volleyball and rugby league ›› Computer laboratories

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Jindalee State School

Address 114 Burrendah Road, Jindalee QLD Year established 1966 Website jindaleess.eq.edu.au Number of students 824 Phone +61 7 3725 5777

At Jindalee State School we are proud of our high academic performance, and our safe and respectful culture of learning. Regarded as a leading school in eLearning, we are committed to Creating a Clever Future Today — to prepare you for secondary school and success in the 21st century. We offer extension programs such as technology training, and extracurricular activities like clubs, sport, music, arts, and academic competitions to give you a balanced life. Our school is 300 metres from the Brisbane River and close to the popular Rocks Riverside Park and Lone Pine Wildlife Sanctuary – with koalas and kangaroos. Students and teachers here are welcoming and kind and our International Buddy Program will make sure that you have everything you need to enjoy your stay. eqi.com.au/sp/ jindalee-ss

Special programs School awards ›› Variety of student clubs, including chess ›› Our academic performance is above the ›› 2017 Department of Education and club, coding club and technology student state average, and we lead the state in Training International (DETi) Award – crew club, which run during lunchbreaks curriculum programs Innovation in Supporting the Student and after school ›› Digital Technologies program; including Experience ›› International school competitions, coding and robotics ›› 2016/2017 Queensland Association of interschool academic competitions, ›› Vibrant classroom and instrumental music Mathematics Teachers (QAMT) Award – Tournament of Minds (TOM), music programs in choral, strings, band and Orff Mathematics Active School Gold Award showcase, chess tournaments and district Schulwerk instrumental programs sports (high premiership results) ›› Student technology team Extracurricular activities ›› English as an Additional Language/Dialect ›› Extensive music program, including choirs, Sports (EAL/D) program string groups, concert bands and marimba ›› Swimming, athletics, soccer, baseball, ›› Learning support programs bands touch football, netball, basketball, cricket, ›› Before and after school care, and vacation ›› Extensive extracurricular sporting program softball and Australian rugby league care programs including soccer, Australian football league, cricket, netball, basketball, swimming, cross-country and athletics

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Kedron State High School

Address Park Road, Wooloowin QLD Year established 1956 Website kedronshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1500 Phone +61 7 3630 3333

Kedron State High School academic outcomes are consistently above the state average, and more than 95% of our students are offered a university place. We have highly dedicated teachers who give time and attention to the welfare and achievements of each student, offering support, extension classes and career information, and help with life skills such as organisation and time management. We have the largest English as an Additional Language/Dialect (EAL/D) program in North Brisbane with approximately 60 languages spoken within the school community. In our extra programs, including Lego robotics, chess, debating, sport and music, you can learn new skills, strengthen new friendships and make beautiful memories. We are 6 km from Brisbane’s centre and 7 km from Brisbane International Airport. eqi.com.au/sp/kedron-shs

Special programs Extracurricular activities Tertiary pathways ›› String Ensembles, Wind Ensembles, Big ›› Homework Club ›› Over 95% of students annually gain access Bands, specialist percussion, guitar and ›› Tutorials to university courses harp ensembles, vocal lessons, acapella ›› Chess ›› Kedron’s university scholarship winners and massed choir in addition to classroom ›› Writers’ Club include international students music, music industry and music extension ›› Debating ›› Pathways to Technical and Further courses ›› Student council Education (TAFE) programs ›› English as an Additional Language/Dialect ›› Student community charity group (Interact) (EAL/D) support ›› Sporting competitions Languages ›› Hospitality program providing students ›› Music competitions ›› Chinese (Mandarin) with industry experience ›› Language competitions ›› Japanese ›› Robotics ›› Camps and excursions ›› French ›› Vocational education and training (VET) ›› Spanish including Diploma options School facilities ›› Auslan (Australian Sign Language) to ›› Accelerated Learning Program ›› Spacious science laboratories Year 10 ›› Adventure-based Resilience Program ›› Performance Hall ›› Indoor Sports Centre ›› Music studio with recording facilities ›› Business Education Centre

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Kelvin Grove State College

Address L’Estrange Terrace, Kelvin Grove QLD Year established 1950 Website kelvingrovesc.eq.edu.au Number of students 3110 Phone +61 7 3552 7333

Kelvin Grove State College combines junior, middle and senior schools, allowing you to continue study from primary to secondary without changing to a different school. Located adjacent to Queensland University of Technology (QUT), we partner with universities and industry to help you to plan your career. We have welcomed international students for over 20 years, so we have developed highly effective support for you. Take advantage of our excellence programs for high-achieving students, and extracurricular activities and competitions — like robotics — our team recently won 9th place at the World Robotics Olympiad! Let us show you around – with our international student tours to see places like Sydney and the Great Barrier Reef. eqi.com.au/sp/kelvingrove-sc

Special programs Extracurricular activities Tertiary pathways ›› Queensland Golf School of Excellence ›› Music programs – orchestras, jazz and ›› Queensland University of Technology ›› Queensland Tennis School of Excellence string ensembles, bands, choirs, musicals (QUT) partnership programs: ›› Football School of Excellence ›› Student Representative Council ›› START QUT (Year 12) ›› KGSC Volleyball School of Excellence ›› Debating ›› University of Queensland (UQ) Enhanced ›› Art and Design Excellence ›› Social justice, environmental and program ›› Engineering Technology School of magazine committees ›› Griffith University Guests (early start to Excellence ›› Sporting teams tertiary studies) ›› Queensland Ballet Academy Senior ›› Academic competitions Program Years 10, 11, 12. Languages ›› KG Dance Excellence School facilities ›› Japanese ›› Music Excellence ›› Separate junior, middle and senior ›› Italian ›› High Achievers and Academic Achievers school areas Program (Middle School – Years 7, 8 and 9) ›› Performing and visual arts facility ›› Information technology – Bring Your Own ›› Dance studios Device program ›› Instrumental music complex ›› Science and technology laboratories ›› Gymnasium, heated swimming pool, tennis, basketball and volleyball courts, sports ovals

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Kenmore State School

Address 2052 Moggill Road, Kenmore QLD Year established 1900 Website kenmoress.eq.edu.au Number of students 324 Phone +61 7 3327 2444

Kenmore State School is in western Brisbane, close to The University of Queensland, Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary and public transport. Established in 1900, we provide children with high-quality education, with our current academic results above the state average and champion sports teams. Our goal is success for every student; through individual teaching and communication with parents. Accelerate your child’s English language learning with our dedicated programs. Extension programs include: digital technology, junior engineers, mathematics, music, German (Years 5 and 6), arts and leadership. We provide before and after school care during terms and vacation care in the holidays, offering your child many activity choices, including gardening, art and crafts, sport, games and cooking. eqi.com.au/sp/kenmore-ss

Special programs ›› Instrumental music program ›› Tennis ›› Instrumental music, band and choral ›› Community-based learning programs ›› Softball programs ›› Sport at district, state and national levels ›› Baseball ›› Reading to Learn — literacy program to ›› Swimming program (swimming pool on site) accelerate English learning ›› Outside school hours care Languages ›› Junior engineering extension program ›› Chess club ›› German ›› Science, Technology, Engineering and ›› Brisbane Bands Festival ›› English Mathematics (STEM) specialist teacher ›› Eisteddfods and ‘Fanfare’ for instrumental ›› Specialist English as an Additional ›› International study tours music students Language/Dialect (EAL/D) program ›› Professional visits from international ›› International Competitions and Assessments delegations for Schools (ICAS) competitions School facilities ›› Honours program for extension students ›› Mathematics team challenge ›› Interactive whiteboards ›› Specialist education support programs ›› Interschool sports ›› Airconditioned rooms ›› Learning support programs ›› Indoor sport and performance centre Sport ›› 25-metre pool Extracurricular activities ›› Swimming ›› Full size oval ›› Annual multicultural festival ›› Athletics ›› Two tennis courts ›› Years 5 and 6 camp to Canberra ›› Soccer ›› Netball court ›› After school learning programs ›› Netball ›› Three adventure playgrounds ›› Drama club ›› Flag tag

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Kenmore State High School

Address 60 Aberfeldy Street, Kenmore QLD Year established 1972 Website kenmoreshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1914 Phone +61 7 3327 1555

Our school is located in western Brisbane, 8 km from the University of Queensland and 10 km from the city centre. Our students achieve some of the best academic results in Queensland. We offer outstanding extracurricular programs including music, sport and university-level science and mathematics courses, and we also have extension programs including German language and Ken-X — for high-performing students. Each week you can attend two days of after school tutoring as well as an extra 70-minute English class. Through our partnerships with three universities, we provide regular speakers to explain how to access university and to help you to explore your options after school. eqi.com.au/sp/kenmore-shs

Special programs Extracurricular activities Tertiary pathways ›› University-level mathematics ›› Instrumental music – symphonic band, ›› Most of Kenmore’s students further ›› Accelerated mathematics program string ensembles, choir their education at university, including ›› One-to-one (IT) devices across all year ›› Leos Community Service Club The University of Queensland (UQ), levels ›› Camps Queensland University of Technology ›› Extension and enrichment studies – ›› Debating and public speaking (QUT) and Griffith University (GU) Years 7, 8, and 9 ›› Reading and Writing Group ›› Extension studies program in partnership ›› Music Extension program Years 7, 8, 9 and 10 ›› Wide range of sports and clubs with UQ and QUT ›› German Immersion and Extension Program ›› Students can undertake university subjects ›› Ken-X Program – extension program School facilities while at school focusing on inquiry models and ›› State-of-the-art science facility collaborative learning ›› International Student Lounge Languages ›› Film and television studio and green room ›› German ›› Modern performing and visual arts centre ›› German extension ›› Activities centre ›› Japanese ›› Purpose-built Junior Secondary Precinct

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Mabel Park State High School

Address 72–116 Paradise Road, Slacks Creek QLD Year established 1984 Website mabelparkshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 900 Phone +61 7 3489 2333

Our school is a truly unique learning environment located on beautiful tree-lined grounds close to a koala sanctuary, 20 minutes south of Brisbane. We have outstanding staff who contribute to our great learning culture, and our motto, ‘Our Effort, Our Achievement, Our Future’, communicates our belief that our students are future leaders. Our small student population enables us to give you beneficial individualised learning. To ensure you reach your potential we offer you a range of opportunities in academia, sport, culture and community responsibility, and we encourage you to excel wherever your passion lies. During your stay we will work hard to make sure you have a wonderful and memorable experience in our caring and safe multicultural community.

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Special programs Extracurricular activities Tertiary pathways ›› Mathematics and Science Academy ›› Girls Excelling in Mathematics and Science ›› Griffith Business School Outreach program (coding and robotics) (GEMS) program (Year 12) ›› Academy of Performing Arts Excellence ›› Mabel Force Cadets ›› Uni-Reach (Griffith University) ›› Sports Excellence Academies: basketball, ›› Arts — senior, junior and boys’ choirs, ›› Health pathways (Griffith University) football, netball, rugby league and touch drumline, strings, band and multicultural football group Languages ›› Year 11 STEM Ambassador program ›› Multicultural dance ›› Available through distance education (Science, Technology, Engineering and ›› Japanese club Mathematics) ›› Science Primary Partnership School facilities ›› Future leaders programs ›› Indoor sports centre ›› Health pathway programs (Years 10 to 12) ›› Gymnasium ›› Business and legal studies ›› Performing arts centre ›› Industrial technology and design ›› STEM innovation lab ›› Hospitality and early childhood studies ›› Library resource centre ›› Remote-pilot aviation studies (drone pilot) ›› Dance and art studios ›› A range of vocational education and ›› Health hub training facility training (VET) programs

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MacGregor State High School

Address Blackwattle Street, MacGregor QLD Year established 1969 Website macgregorshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1300 Phone +61 7 3347 3555

MacGregor State High School is located 13 km from Brisbane City Centre, close to Griffith University and the Queensland Sport and Athletic Centre, with excellent access to public transport, parks and shopping centres. We have a reputation for scholastic excellence and a learning environment that inspires, challenges and rewards. In 2017, 98% of our students received a tertiary education offer. Our broad and balanced curriculum and Signature Programs will support you to achieve your personal goals, while our proximity to some of Queensland’s leading universities facilitates a variety of pathway opportunities. Alternatively, you can choose to study a certificate-level vocational training program at school during Year 11 or 12. Instrumental and vocal music programs, sports, competitions and arts events are among the many eqi.com.au/sp/macgregor-shs extracurricular options open to you.

Special programs Extracurricular activities Tertiary pathways ›› Academic Honours Signature Programs ›› Lions Youth of the Year public speaking ›› Griffith University ›› Chinese Language Excellence Program ›› Debating ›› Queensland University of Technology ›› Music Excellence ›› Australian Mathematics Competition ›› The University of Queensland ›› Centre for Artistic Development (CAD) – ›› Creative Generation State Schools Onstage performing arts program ›› Eisteddfods – performing arts competition Languages ›› Junior Aspiring CAD performing arts ›› Regional and state sporting competitions ›› Chinese program ›› Science, technology and mathematics club ›› Japanese ›› Film, television and new media ›› Annual arts gala ›› German ›› Engineering School facilities ›› Design and technology precinct ›› Library learning hub ›› Canteen serving hot and cold food daily ›› Coffee shop

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Mitchelton State School

Address 47 Glen Retreat Road, Mitchelton QLD Year established 1916 Website mitcheltss.eq.edu.au Number of students 520 Phone +61 7 3550 2333

Mitchelton State School has been educating students in a supportive environment since 1916. We provide many international students with quality education and a wonderful cultural experience. While we focus on improving literacy and numeracy, we also encourage your child to be curious and creative; to discover their unique potential. Our thorough academic programs develop your child’s knowledge and higher order thinking skills and we prepare your child for high school. To complement this, we offer extracurricular options like science club, chess club, choir, music, Lego robotics club, science competitions, tennis classes and our Mitchie’s got Talent competition. In 2015, we won Queensland Primary Science School of the Year. Come and join our Mitchie family. eqi.com.au/sp/mitchelton-ss

Special programs Extracurricular activities School facilities ›› Cultural activities ›› Instrumental music program (strings, ›› Library resource centre ›› Sports carnivals (athletics, cross-country, brass, woodwind, percussion) ›› Hall swimming) ›› String ensemble, concert band ›› Large oval ›› Award-winning STEM program ›› Choir ensembles ›› Swimming pool ›› Strong links with Mitchelton State ›› Active student council and student leader ›› Tennis courts High School — accredited High School program ›› Adventure playground Preparation (HSP) and Junior School ›› Science club Preparation (JSP) secondary school ›› Robotics club Languages ›› Coding club ›› Japanese ›› Makerspace club ›› Dance club ›› Chess club ›› Online extension programs ›› Exciting camping program, Year 4—6 ›› Academic competitions (mathematics, English, science, digital technology) ›› International professional study tours for educators

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Mitchelton State High School

Address 754 Samford Road, Mitchelton QLD Year established 1956 Website mitcheltonshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 500 Phone +61 7 3550 1111

Our vision is to inspire you to achieve excellence. In 2017, 90% of our students who applied for tertiary education were successful. You will have many options here, from academic or vocational pathways or a mixture of the two, and with our university links you may start your university studies early. Our school is small, so you will find it easier to make friends and to get to know your teachers. We offer the successful Montessori program of learning in Years 7, 8 and 9, plus excellence programs and extracurricular opportunities to help you learn more and to make it easier for you to become part of our school community. Our school was established in 1956, 9 km north-west of the centre of Brisbane, and very close to beautiful nature conservation parks. eqi.com.au/sp/mitchelton-shs

Special programs ›› Leos Service Club Tertiary pathways ›› NEAS accredited HSP program ›› Lions Youth of the Year ›› Early start university courses – Queensland ›› Science, Technology, Engineering and ›› Dance troupe University of Technology (QUT), Griffith Mathematics (STEM) programs, including ›› Guitar and music group University (GU) and The University of coding and robotics ›› Homework club Queensland (UQ) ›› Leadership programs and public speaking ›› Constitutional Convention ›› Certificate II and III courses at school, ›› English as an Additional Language/Dialect ›› The University of Queensland (UQ) - including Cert II trade training courses (EAL/D) in Years 11 and 12 Science Ambassador Program ›› Student laptop program ›› Rugby 7s Languages ›› Intensive programs in the performing arts, ›› Italy tour 2018 ›› Japanese Sports Excellence, art and design and ›› French business and technology School facilities ›› Chinese ›› Modern learning environments Extracurricular activities: ›› Trade Training Centre and industrial kitchens ›› Mathematics, science and English ›› Performing arts and dance facility competitions ›› International student centre ›› Public speaking and leadership ›› Basketball and tennis courts, and cricket ›› Instrumental and classroom music facilities ›› Year 7, 9 and 11 camps ›› Wireless connectivity ›› Tech Crew — sound and lighting ›› Dedicated junior area

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Mount Gravatt State High School

Address 42 Loreburn St, Mt Gravatt QLD Year established 1960 Website mtgravattshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1210 Phone +61 7 3291 5222

Mount Gravatt State High School is 10 km from Brisbane, near regular public transport and close to a university and nature reserves. Each year we welcome more than 60 international students. Consistently, almost 60% of students at our school achieve OP 1­–10 and about 99% receive a university offer. We offer extra opportunities such as sport, performing arts and robotics, and school trips to tourist spots and places of interest around Brisbane. We also have our own eco-centre where you can help us make homes for wildlife. You can study university courses and enter competitions in public speaking, mathematics and problem solving, and you can hold school leadership positions. We will have a special graduation ceremony after Year 12 to celebrate your time with us and to wish you well in your future. eqi.com.au/sp/mount-gravatt-shs

Special programs ›› School music program (band, ensembles, School facilities ›› Dance — School of Excellence choir) and public performances ›› Well-equipped facilities for technology, ›› Science, Technology, Engineering and ›› Students are encouraged to participate in science, art, construction, engineering, Mathematics (STEM) Excellence Program a range of competitions (e.g. mathematics, sports and performing arts ›› Academic extension program science and English) ›› New performing arts centre — to be ›› Griffith University’s Excellence Expo ›› Senior and junior drama clubs completed in 2019 Competition, including extension activities ›› International student study group ›› Fully-automated eLearning Resource using external mentors ›› Pre-teaching of junior mathematics Centre ›› High school public speaking competition ›› Environmental club caring for our ›› One-to-one laptop program in Years 8–12 and advanced mathematics programs run Eco Centre (all students receive a laptop computer) through Canberra University ›› Chess club ›› Debating competitions run by the ›› IMPACT Centre Critical Thinking Projects Tertiary pathways Queensland Debating Union (with The University of Queensland) ›› Partnership with Griffith University (GU) ›› Coding club ›› Tertiary courses at school Extracurricular activities ›› Cooking club ›› Early university entry for Year 12 ›› Elite dance troupe ›› European Handball Tournament ›› Robotics club ›› QSS Futsal Languages ›› Running club ›› Junior and senior book clubs ›› Japanese ›› Kokoda Endurance Trek

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Murrumba State Secondary College

Address 201–207 Goodfellows Rd, Murrumba Downs QLD Year established 2012 Website murrumbassc.eq.edu.au Number of students 1565 Phone +61 7 3490 3222

We are located in a beautiful part of Brisbane’s northern suburbs with easy access to the thriving city of Brisbane, the relaxing foreshore of Moreton Bay and the endless beaches of the Sunshine Coast. Our college opened in 2012 and is now the school of first choice in the Murrumba area. We provide world-class learning programs delivered in impressive and expansive facilities featuring a wide range of innovative learning technologies. Our students are aged from 12 to 18 years and are known as ‘the Pride of Murrumba’. Our college is a welcoming environment where students thrive academically, socially, culturally and in sporting endeavours.

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Special programs School facilities soundproof music rehearsal labs, ›› Our excellence programs offer students ›› Science Centre including both senior and instrumental music suites and a 300-seat the opportunity to engage in study at a junior laboratories as well as a 90-seat Performing Arts Centre higher level and in much greater depth lecture theatre ›› Large indoor sports centre including a with specialist, expert teachers and ›› Technology and Design Centre featuring kinesiology lab external partners robotics laboratories, computer aided Our excellence programs include: design labs, project design labs and a Tertiary pathways ›› Football Academy wide range of design and construction ›› Links with the University of Queensland, ›› High Performance Music Program workspaces Griffith University, Queensland University ›› Spanish Acceleration ›› More than 50 general learning of Technology and TAFE Queensland ›› Spanish Immersion areas featuring the latest interactive ›› TAFE Queensland Brisbane South Bank ›› Our flagship Engineering Excellence technologies and collaborative work Program spaces Languages ›› Industry quality hospitality and catering ›› English, Spanish (acceleration and Extracurricular activities facilities immersion) ›› Extensive extracurricular opportunities ›› iServices precinct combining the latest in available digital technologies ›› A creative industries precinct including film and television suites, a green room, visual arts spaces, dance studios,

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North Lakes State College

Address Joyner Circuit, North Lakes QLD Year established 2002 Website northlakescollege.eq.edu.au Number of students 3000 Phone +61 7 3482 5555

At North Lakes State College we inspire you to reach for your dreams and succeed now and in the future. We offer quality education as well as university and career-planning assistance. Our teaching focuses on you and includes real-world problem-solving. We offer excellence programs in dance and Italian, and extracurricular options such as music, golf, basketball, rugby and robotics. Our junior secondary Honours Program teaches complex problem-solving and higher-order thinking skills. You won’t need to change schools because we have Prep to Year 12 here, and separate areas for Prep to Year 9 and Years 10 to 12. Our facilities include a performing arts complex, a stadium, dance studios and a robotics lab. eqi.com.au/sp/north-lakes-sc We are close to shops and convenient public transport to the centre of Brisbane.

Special programs Extracurricular activities Tertiary pathways ›› Signature Golf Program at a nationally- ›› School camps ›› Early start university programs – ranked golf course ›› Instrumental music program The University of Queensland (UQ), ›› Signature Basketball Program ›› Outdoor education camps Queensland University of Technology ›› Signature Dance Program ›› Sister-school exchanges (QUT) and University of the Sunshine Coast ›› Italian Immersion Program (USC) ›› Year 7, 8 and 9 Honours Program in School facilities ›› Comprehensive vocational education mathematics, science, humanities and ›› Brand new engineering and robotics opportunities on and off campus English for highly able students laboratory ›› Enrichment and extension programs ›› Hospitality kitchens Languages ›› International competitions and ›› Performing arts complex ›› Italian assessment for schools (ICAS) in ›› Dance and drama studios ›› Chinese mathematics, science, English and computing ›› Instrumental music competitions ›› Regional, state and national robotics competitions ›› Dance and choir performances

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Rochedale State High School

Address Priestdale Road, Rochedale QLD Year established 1983 Website rochedaleshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1400 Phone +61 7 3340 0400

Rochedale State High School is on the southern edge of Brisbane, 20 minutes by public transport to the centre of Brisbane, and 45 minutes to the Gold Coast. Our friendly, safe campus is on a large area of land with trees, wildlife and our own school farm. Our school is organised into Junior, Middle and Senior sub-schools. We partner with universities and training organisations and we help you plan your future. We have wide curriculum offerings and extracurricular activities including our unmanned aerial vehicle program, volleyball, homework club, Australia Zoo tour and camping, with horse riding and canoeing. You can also join in university activities such as Young Achievers, Future Leaders and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) Camp. eqi.com.au/sp/rochedale-shs

Special programs Extracurricular activities ›› Multi-level, modern Year 7 centre ›› Engineering Excellence program (Years 11 ›› Exciting international camps and tours ›› Recording studio and 12) program ›› Academy of Sport — Touch Football and ›› Interschool sport, musical and cultural Tertiary pathways Volleyball (RAS) programs ›› Link programs with The University of ›› Performing Arts Excellence Program — ›› Agricultural shows Queensland (UQ), Queensland University Dance, Drama & Music (APEX) ›› Human-powered vehicles of Technology (QUT) and Griffith University ›› Science, Technology, Engineering and ›› STEM including F1 in Schools (GU) Mathematics (STEM) ›› Performing arts, dance, instrumental music ›› Specialist personal and career ›› Marine and Aquatic Practices and school musical development programs ›› Agricultural Science program, ›› Expertise in vocational education pathways incorporating the school farm School facilities ›› Engineering, fitness, furnishing, ›› Trade Training Academy, specialising in Languages construction, hospitality and business engineering ›› Chinese (Mandarin) certificate courses ›› Modern technology facilities ›› English as an Additional Language/Dialect ›› Multimedia, film and television studio (EAL/D) support provided ›› Dance and performance auditorium ›› Operational agricultural school farm ›› Science centre with specialist chemistry, physics and biology facilities

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Springfield Central State High School

Address 90 Parkland Drive, Springfield Central QLD Year established 2011 Website springfieldcentralshs.eq.edu.au Number of students 1550 Phone +61 7 3470 6222

Springfield Central State High School is located south-west of Brisbane in an award-winning community. We provide a complete education in a safe and supportive environment where our teachers will mentor you individually to ensure you are successful, happy and prepared for your future. You can relax and focus in a separate international student lounge and kitchen. We have a robotics lab, gym, drones and virtual reality racing equipment. We also have two pet turtles in the library. High-achieving students can join our science, mathematics, and technology program or our health careers program and we also have a business ideas competition called ‘Shark Tank’. To help improve your English and make friends you can join our clubs, including Homework Club, Tech Club, Yearbook Club and Drama Club. eqi.com.au/sp/springfield-central-shs

Special programs School facilities Tertiary pathways ›› Mathematics and Science Excellence Program ›› Dedicated Centre for International Education ›› Links with University of Southern ›› Music Excellence Program ›› Modern performing arts centre Queensland (USQ) Springfield Campus ›› English and Humanities Excellence Program ›› Separate study building for senior students ›› Easy access to The University of ›› Health Alliance Partnership for careers in ›› Robotics laboratory Queensland (UQ) campus the health sector ›› Eight professional science laboratories ›› Links to the UQ ‘Young Achievers Program’ ›› Industry-standard hospitality kitchens ›› Queensland University of Extracurricular activities ›› Art gallery and modern studios Technology (QUT) ›› Robotics club ›› Film and television editing rooms and ›› Mater Health Alliance Program ›› Homework club green room ›› Leadership programs ›› Industry-standard workshops for multiple Languages ›› Dance club and troupe career pathways ›› Japanese ›› School, district and regional sport ›› School canteen and seniors café ›› Chinese ›› Choir and performance troupes ›› Sports courts and ovals ›› Access to study a range of other languages ›› Instrumental music program, including ›› Lecture theatre through schools of Distance Education bands and ensembles ›› Well-equipped modern music centre ›› Debating and public speaking ›› Large open-plan library ›› Chess club ›› Current technology, including drones and ›› Reading club 3D printers ›› Media club ›› Dedicated Junior Secondary Study space

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