Why we chose it“…decided Indooroopilly SHS provided comparable quality without the high tuition fees.”Parent · Indooroopilly State High
Would they recommend it?“…it had a small, community-like feel to it that made it feel like everyone was cared for.”Former student · Aviation High
Bullying“I think bullying was a big issue at the school, but the principal always dealt with it promptly.”Former student · Coorparoo Secondary College
Something only students know“There's a "ghost" that lives in the performing arts centre (CPAC)…”Former student · Calamvale Community College
Why we chose it“They work well with my son and have a good wellbeing team.”Parent · Brisbane South State Secondary College
Expectations vs reality“I expected strong academics, and the school delivered that, but it lacked personalized support…”Parent · Corinda State High
Sport“Coaches woke up early mornings and took late afternoons of their time to train us.”Former student · Centenary State High
Getting extra help“If you put the effort in to find help, it was definitely there but it’s just a matter of reaching out”Former student · Alexandra Hills State High
Fitting in“It was also easy to fit in with other groups; everyone was always open and welcoming…”Former student · Whites Hill State CollegeSomething only students know“If you don't want to do aviation (I didn't), then it almost never comes up.”Former student · Aviation High
Teachers“The teachers were more than teachers, they were friends.”Former student · Brisbane Bayside State College
The social scene“…liked being able to meet new people in her changing classes each year…”Parent · Brisbane State High
School culture“…many different communities within the cohort for each individual to find themselves comfortable in.”Former student · Cavendish Road State HighLife after school“…very supportive of pathways outside of university as well such as Tafe and apprenticeships.”Former student · Centenary State High
What we like“I am happy I chose a co-ed school for my son…”Parent · Stretton State CollegeSwipe to read more →
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“I was in the musical for 4 years and learned to become myself more over those years.”Former student, Calamvale Community College · Jun 2025
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