High School options in Brisbane are abundant. From public to private, single sex to co-ed, it’s important to find a school that suits your child’s needs. Many schools have open days and hold public events that provide the perfect opportunity to get a feel for the school community and to see if they will be the right fit for your family. Below are just a few high schools in Brisbane to help you to get started on your journey to find the perfect high school.
Brisbane High School Scholarships
Although most scholarships are awarded for academic ability, some schools will offer scholarships for those students skilled in particular areas, with music being the most common, however, sports and performing arts scholarships are also available. They can also be for full or part tuition fees, dependent upon the individual schools, the students and the evaluation process.
Normally, students who wish to apply for scholarships will be asked to sit exams to assess their academic potential. This can be done by individual schools, or by the Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER). The testing is not of the student’s IQ but of their scholastic potential or ability.
To find out more, check out our guide to High School Scholarships in Brisbane here.
Aviation High School | Clayfield
Aviation High School is an independent co-education public high school for students from years 7 to 12. Established in 2007 to provide direct pathways for students seeking careers in the aviation and aerospace industries the Senior School curriculum at Aviation High School is supported by the School of Excellence in Aerospace and Aviation. With the introduction of the national curriculum the school is now delivering that same quality education across all Key Learning Areas to students whatever their aspirations. www.aviationhigh.eq.edu.au
Brisbane Adventist College | Mansfield
Brisbane Adventist College (BAC) is an independent, co-educational school in Brisbane’s south. Grounded in Christian values and committed to holistic education, BAC provides a nurturing environment where students can excel academically, socially, and spiritually. Brisbane Adventist College is a medium-sized school with around 600 students (Prep – Year 12) that fosters a tight-knit community environment. https://www.bac.qld.edu.au/
Brisbane State High School | South Brisbane
Brisbane State High School is a coeducational secondary school for students from year 7 to 12. State High has a long-standing reputation for academic and sporting excellence and upholds the public school values that, regardless of personal circumstance, everybody has the right to access education and opportunities to excel. Providing learning experiences across all aspects of life, Brisbane State High encourages learning, excellence and respect for others. The school boasts a variety of extracurricular activities ranging from music programs, dance troupes, sports and academic clubs to help further develop student’s talents. www.brisbaneshs.eq.edu.au.au
Clayfield College | Clayfield
Clayfield College is an independent school, owned and governed by the Presbyterian and Methodist Schools Association. It caters for girls from Pre-Prep to Year 12, boys from Pre-Prep to Year 6 and girls’ boarding from Year 5 to 12. Clayfield College is renowned for its high academic standards, its quality of teaching and learning, and its emphasis on personal excellence. The school offers all key areas of curriculum, as well as specialty classes and an extensive range of sporting, music, cultural, enrichment and community service programs. www.clayfield.qld.edu.au
Earnshaw State College | Banyo
Earnshaw State College is an Independent Public School for boys and girls from Prep to Year 12. From gender classes, university links, vocational pathways, transition to work programs, Earnshaw provides an education that offers the best opportunities for every student. Their experienced and dedicated staff nurture and challenge students to perform to the best of their ability. A wide range of academic and vocational subjects meet the diverse needs of students, preparing them for their various roles in the world beyond school. www.earnshawsc.eq.edu.au
Hubbard’s School | Milton
Hubbard’s School in Miltons’ Business Precinct is an independent co-educational institution that offers an intensive, but less formal way to complete Years 11 and 12. Hubbard’s School prides itself on offering a quality alternative to mainstream schooling that aims to prepare young people for success at tertiary level with a strong academic focus and balanced lifestyle. www.hubbards.qld.edu.au
Marlene Moore Schools Network | Brisbane
Marlene Moore Schools Network consists of four separately registered Non State Schools accredited within Edmund Rice Education Australia – Youth+. The Flexible Learning Centre’s (FLC) provide a flexible and diverse curriculum to students aged between 14 and 25 years old who have disengaged from mainstream education. Each FLC supports students as they complete their High School education and transition to further education and employment. www.youthplus.edu.au
Queensland Academies Creative Industries Campus | Kelvin Grove
Queensland Academies Creative Industries Campus (QACI) is a co-educational selective entry independent state school for Years 10 to 12. QACI uses an innovative educational program that maximises high achieving students potential while focusing on their preferred academic pathway in the creative industries. Subjects at QACI are dedicated to the creative arts and include Music, Film, Theatre, Design Technology and Visual Arts. Students at QACI study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), an internationally recognised pre-university qualification that prepares students not only for university but life beyond the classroom. www.qaci.eq.edu.au
Queensland Academies Health Sciences Campus | Southport
Queensland Academies Health Sciences Campus (QAHS) is co-educational selective entry independent state school for Years 10 to 12. QAHS bridges high school and tertiary study allowing students with an interest in fields related to Health Sciences to develop their skills. Students at QAHS study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), a highly respected pre-university qualification. Subjects outside of the core curriculum are dedicated to Health Sciences and include Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics. www.qahs.eq.edu.au
Queensland Academies Science, Mathematics and Technology Campus | Toowong
Queensland Academies Science, Mathematics and Technology Campus (QASMT) is a co-educational selective entry independent state schools for Years 10 to 12. QASMT as been established to give students with an interest in fields related to Science, Mathematics and Technology the opportunity to develop their skills through an innovative educational program. Students at QASMT study the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Non-core subjects at QASMT include Economics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science, Mathematics and Mathematical studies. www.qasmt.eq.edu.au
Samford Valley Steiner School | Samford Valley
Established in 1987, Samford Valley Steiner School is a pre-prep to Year 12, coeducational independent school located amongst lush bushland in Samford Valley. The School curriculum is based on the teachings of Rudolf Steiner and aims to address children’s needs intellectually, emotionally and developmentally as they grow into adulthood. www.samfordsteiner.qld.edu.au
Silkwood School | Mt Nathan
Silkwood School is a private coeducational school for Prep to Year 12. Located in the Gold Coast Hinterland, Silkwood is a progressive alternative to traditional schooling. The School has developed The Silkwood Way, an innovative educational program that focuses on individual learning plans using student interest, contemporary learning styles and the Australian Curriculum. www.silkwood.qld.edu.au
St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School
Educating your child within a community that shares your family values is one of the many reasons St Margaret’s is the school of choice for families and students. Founded in 1895 by the Sisters of the Society of the Sacred Advent, St Margaret’s Anglican Girls School is well known for its focus on academic excellence, quality learning and teaching, and its commitment to pastoral care. www.stmargarets.qld.edu.au
Stuartholme School | Toowong
Stuartholme School is an independent Catholic secondary school for girls in Years 7 to 12. Established in 1920 by the Society of the Sacred Heart, the school is both a day school and a boarding school. The school provides an educational experience with opportunities for girls to achieve their potential in all areas of their school-life and beyond. The school’s ethos is to provide a balanced and well-rounded educational programme in order to encourage each girl to discover, develop and value her talents, and to be the best she can be. www.stuartholme.com
Xavier Flexi Schools Network | Ipswich
Xavier Flexi Schools Network provides a flexible and diverse curriculum to students aged between 12 and 20 across 5 Queensland locations. The Flexible Learning Centre’s offer smaller classes and a flexible curriculum that draws on the individual interests and needs of the students. This program encourages and supports students as they re-engage with the education system and complete their high school studies. www.youthplus.edu.au
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