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Review Would you recommend it?

QASMT is a school where the experience greatly depends on your character. It is fast-paced, competitive and highly academic-focused. If you thrive in these environments and are disciplined and self-motivated, I would highly recommend QA to you. Not only are you surrounded by like-minded students whose… Read all

QASMT is a school where the experience greatly depends on your character. It is fast-paced, competitive and highly academic-focused. If you thrive in these environments and are disciplined and self-motivated, I would highly recommend QA to you. Not only are you surrounded by like-minded students whose focus is all on achieving good grades, which in turn motivates you to work harder, but the school provides an abundance of academic-based opportunities such as clubs and events to increase your knowledge. On the other hand, if you tend to procrastinate or are not very disciplined, QASMT will likely be more harmful than good. It is incredibly easy to fall behind on studies due to the difficult nature of the IB program, and I, along with many others, were burnt out and sleep-deprived, particularly in the senior years. The IB program demands much more than the ATAR system- we have to write an extended essay, do philosophy (TOK) and undergo the CAS (creativity, activity, service) program on top of the six regular subjects. Additionally, the subjects offered at QA are much more restricting than other schools. Ultimately, whether I recommend QASMT depends on the person. If you work well under high pressure and can stay on top of your studies, then I would recommend it as it provides an environment where you can shine. On the other hand, it is incredibly demanding and stressful, so if you struggle with procrastination or do not care much for academics, then QASMT is not for you (and that's okay!).

Review Readiness for life after school

Very prepared. The academic rigor of the school, along with the stress, and difficulty definitely made me more than capable to face university. Most students have developed good study habits find first year of university very easy. The school also hosted and invited many career expo/experts, so students… Read all

Very prepared. The academic rigor of the school, along with the stress, and difficulty definitely made me more than capable to face university. Most students have developed good study habits find first year of university very easy. The school also hosted and invited many career expo/experts, so students were very well equipped with career advice.

Review Balancing academics and wellbeing

I believe they focus very heavily on academics which can sometimes be a detriment to students mental health and well being, but there were support networks in place like guidance conscellors and such as school.

Review Bullying and the social scene

My child didn't have any issues with bullying at BSHS, she enjoyed the very social environment at school and liked being able to meet new people in her changing classes each year. Usually when bullying occurred, a head of year would be notified and further action would be taken

Review Coaching and chances to compete

My school’s coaches were dedicated to developing students, both in skill and character. They provided regular training, encouraged personal growth, and focused on teamwork. Students had opportunities to compete in school teams, and for those with exceptional talent, there were pathways to higher-level… Read all

My school’s coaches were dedicated to developing students, both in skill and character. They provided regular training, encouraged personal growth, and focused on teamwork. Students had opportunities to compete in school teams, and for those with exceptional talent, there were pathways to higher-level competitions. The coaches were supportive, pushing athletes to excel while maintaining a balanced approach, ensuring everyone could participate and improve at their own pace. Their guidance helped foster discipline, resilience, and teamwork, making the experience valuable beyond just competition.

Review Bullying and the social scene

The school has clear anti-bullying policies and runs regular programs to promote inclusion and respect. From our experience, staff take bullying seriously and incidents are handled promptly. The school’s pastoral care system means there are year coordinators who keep an eye on student wellbeing. Socially, our child has had a positive experience, made good friends, and feels safe and included.

Review Getting extra help

Teachers at my school were generally very accessible if you needed extra help. Most offered after-school tutoring sessions or were willing to meet during lunch breaks. For example, my Maths Methods teacher held weekly revision classes for anyone who was struggling, and there was also a peer mentoring program where older students helped younger ones.

Review Readiness for life after school

By graduation, I felt reasonably prepared for the next steps, whether that was university or entering the workforce. The school provided career advice sessions and helped us with university applications, which was very useful. In terms of character, I learned a lot about perseverance and time management from balancing my workload and extracurricular activities. Teachers often encouraged us to work honestly and support each other, which helped foster a sense of integrity and teamwork. However, I think the school could have done more to teach practical life skills, like budgeting or managing stress, to better prepare us for independence.

Review What had the biggest impact

The biggest positive impact on me was joining the leadership team. Our support staff at Indooroopilly and working with the principle and vice principle were incredibly passionate and always encouraged us to think outside the box. They caught us how to think like a leader and through experiences taught me teamwork, problem-solving, and resilience. On the negative side, I sometimes felt stressed due to the heavy workload, especially during exam periods. There were moments when I wished there was more support for managing stress, but the leadership workload coupled with exams increased my confidence and inspired me to pursue the rigorous field of engineering.

Review Expectations versus reality

Supportive teachers who genuinely care about students' success and well-being, both academically and emotionally yes.

Review Support for students who struggle

Supportive teachers who genuinely care about students' success and well-being, both academically and emotionally yes.

Review Readiness for life after school

Partaking in the IB, I think I felt very prepared. In my opinion, the workload I do at uni now is quite similar to the IB workload that I did during high school. Before we graduated, the school did make every student consult the guidance counsellor to see what our uni plans were and talk about pathways… Read all

Partaking in the IB, I think I felt very prepared. In my opinion, the workload I do at uni now is quite similar to the IB workload that I did during high school. Before we graduated, the school did make every student consult the guidance counsellor to see what our uni plans were and talk about pathways so I think it did help people feel somewhat prepared.

Review School culture

My school’s culture was most definitely strict. Despite it being a public school, our principal had enforced private school-like rules that I found impacted the wellbeing of students.

Review Readiness for life after school

I felt extremely prepared for life after highschool. Thanks to my teachers, I not only had the academic knowledge I needed to succeed at university and enter my desired career, but plenty of valuable life advice and practical knowledge that they imparted to me. There were many lunchtimes and lessons… Read all

I felt extremely prepared for life after highschool. Thanks to my teachers, I not only had the academic knowledge I needed to succeed at university and enter my desired career, but plenty of valuable life advice and practical knowledge that they imparted to me. There were many lunchtimes and lessons where my teachers would talk about their life experiences and I learnt valuable lessons about financial and mental wellbeing and stress and work management. My teachers often felt a lot like mentors rather than unknown lecturers, and thanks to them, I graduated highschool with confidence, prepared for whatever came next.

Review Getting extra help

Teachers were generally very accessible and willing to provide extra help to students struggling in core subjects. There were regular after-school tutoring sessions, and many teachers offered one-on-one support during their free periods. Additionally, the school had a peer mentoring program where older… Read all

Teachers were generally very accessible and willing to provide extra help to students struggling in core subjects. There were regular after-school tutoring sessions, and many teachers offered one-on-one support during their free periods. Additionally, the school had a peer mentoring program where older students helped younger ones with their studies. For example, when I struggled with Chemistry, my teacher arranged extra sessions to go over difficult concepts, and a senior student helped me with practice problems, which made a significant difference.

Review Bullying and getting to school safely

Bullying was present, as it is in most schools, but the effectiveness of the school’s response varied. Some students felt that the school took issues seriously and acted quickly, while others thought there could be more proactive measures, such as better enforcement of policies or more student support… Read all

Bullying was present, as it is in most schools, but the effectiveness of the school’s response varied. Some students felt that the school took issues seriously and acted quickly, while others thought there could be more proactive measures, such as better enforcement of policies or more student support services. Peer support programs and school counselors helped, but there was still room for improvement. For the most part, traveling to and from school felt safe. However, some students were concerned about busy intersections near the school and traffic congestion, especially during pick-up and drop-off times. Occasionally, there were reports of suspicious individuals near the school grounds, but the school took precautions, such as notifying students and staff.

Review School culture

The school was about in between. Teachers were patient about students being late, and could handle overall "students being students" without resentment or drama. My cohort/year level got involved alot with athletics day, carnivals and multicultural week, so students were quite collaborative and it wasnt… Read all

The school was about in between. Teachers were patient about students being late, and could handle overall "students being students" without resentment or drama. My cohort/year level got involved alot with athletics day, carnivals and multicultural week, so students were quite collaborative and it wasnt hard to fit in, even as a migrant student. Across year levels, students also worked together really well. Being in multiple extracurricular activities, I had been in the position to teach, learn and mentor across every aspect of school. Student leadership was also critically based on teamwork and synergy; captains worked very well with younger leaders and being friendly and supportive was centred in the centenary culture.

Review Why we chose this school

They work well with my son and have a good wellbeing team. They work well with kids who have mental health issues!

Review Balancing academics and wellbeing

The school has a strong focus in the overall well-being of students, through HPE classes and workshops in mental healthy, cyber security, social skills etc.

Review Balancing academics and wellbeing

In my opinion, the school does a great job balancing academic rigor with student well-being. While academics are important, they also focus on mental health, emotional support, and creating a positive environment for students to thrive. It’s clear that they understand the importance of both strong academic… Read all

In my opinion, the school does a great job balancing academic rigor with student well-being. While academics are important, they also focus on mental health, emotional support, and creating a positive environment for students to thrive. It’s clear that they understand the importance of both strong academic performance and overall happiness.