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Review Something only students would know

One unique thing only students would know about my school is that there was an unspoken rule about the best spots to hang out during breaks. Whether it was a hidden corner of the library, a specific bench with the best breeze, or a quiet hallway, everyone had their favorite spot

Review Why we chose this school

We chose Indooroopilly State High School because of its strong academic reputation, diverse student community, and excellent extracurricular offerings, especially in music, STEM and language programs. We live within the catchment, so no major move was needed, but we did consider private options and decided… Read all

We chose Indooroopilly State High School because of its strong academic reputation, diverse student community, and excellent extracurricular offerings, especially in music, STEM and language programs. We live within the catchment, so no major move was needed, but we did consider private options and decided Indooroopilly SHS provided comparable quality without the high tuition fees. We absolutely feel the school is worth it given the quality of teaching, facilities and the wide range of opportunities available to students. It has met and, in many ways, exceeded our expectations.

Review Expectations versus reality

I didn’t really have any expectations for the school considering it was a public school, but I don’t like how nosy the school is. I dropped my daughter to school very early one time and she got a detention for being on her phone at 7:30 in the morning and got it taken away. Quite ridiculous I don’t think… Read all

I didn’t really have any expectations for the school considering it was a public school, but I don’t like how nosy the school is. I dropped my daughter to school very early one time and she got a detention for being on her phone at 7:30 in the morning and got it taken away. Quite ridiculous I don’t think the school should be able to take my children’s belongings like that, especially that early in the morning. She was then told to go to the library and borrow a book to read instead of being on her phone. Mind you the library opens at 8.

Review Would you recommend it?

Yes, I would recommend Brisbane State High School. It offers a lot of opportunities, both academically and through extracurricular activities like sport, music, and clubs. The school has a strong reputation, great facilities, and a diverse student community. It can be competitive and fast-paced, but… Read all

Yes, I would recommend Brisbane State High School. It offers a lot of opportunities, both academically and through extracurricular activities like sport, music, and clubs. The school has a strong reputation, great facilities, and a diverse student community. It can be competitive and fast-paced, but if you’re motivated, it’s a great environment to grow in.

Review Bullying and getting to school safely

Bullying wasn't a big issue because lots of the students wanted to be at QACI everyone had a similar mindset. There is a lot of public transport nearby that were very helpful to get around school. There is not much parking if you want to drive in the later years but most people used public transport. It is right near QUT Kelvin Grove campus so there is a nice atmosphere around the school with other students and great places to eat and study.

Review Inclusion and bullying

QASMT is very diverse with students from multiple backgrounds. Many cultural events were also held, including Harmony Week, where students are encouraged to wear their cultural dress and participate in related activities. Bullying, from what I could tell, wasn't a significant issue. In a school where… Read all

QASMT is very diverse with students from multiple backgrounds. Many cultural events were also held, including Harmony Week, where students are encouraged to wear their cultural dress and participate in related activities. Bullying, from what I could tell, wasn't a significant issue. In a school where academics is the priority, there's a stereotypical correlation between high-achieving students and good behaviour. This is supported by the fact that I never witnessed any bullying, but it should be noted that bullying is pretty much an inevitable issue, albeit less prominent at QA.

Review Would you recommend it?

Yes, I would recommend CDSHS because it offers a strong academic curriculum, a variety of extracurricular activities, and a supportive learning environment. The school has excellent facilities and dedicated teachers who are passionate about student success. However, some areas, like student well-being… Read all

Yes, I would recommend CDSHS because it offers a strong academic curriculum, a variety of extracurricular activities, and a supportive learning environment. The school has excellent facilities and dedicated teachers who are passionate about student success. However, some areas, like student well-being support and discipline, could be improved.

Review Compared with other schools

The school uses technology in classrooms, but it could be more consistent. For example, there are online resources and platforms for students, but communication with parents could be improved—more regular updates and clearer use of digital tools would help.

Review How the school works with parents

They don't really have enough Parent-Teacher Interviews. While I understand teachers can be busy, it would be helpful so parents know more about what's going on in their children's classrooms.

Review Would you recommend it?

I would recommend this school to those particularly interested in volleyball as a significant part of the school budget seems to go purely to improving the volleyball team and facilities with not as much thought to other areas of study.

Review Camps and excursions

My favourite memory from a school camp was the night we sat around the campfire, sharing stories and laughing under the stars. It was a moment where students from different grades and backgrounds came together, and for once, there were no cliques or pressure—just a genuine sense of connection.

Review Would you recommend it?

The school isn't the biggest meaning classes are smaller which allows teachers to spend more time with students. Teachers there are fantastic and actually support you and help you. After school there are free tutorials in the library where you can request your teacher or past students the school hires… Read all

The school isn't the biggest meaning classes are smaller which allows teachers to spend more time with students. Teachers there are fantastic and actually support you and help you. After school there are free tutorials in the library where you can request your teacher or past students the school hires and pays to come after school and tutor other students. There's a wide variety of classes ranging from the most advanced math to robotics, UAV certification classes and even working on fixing planes which was super hands on and all done inside the plane hanger. My experience was awesome, I got a wake up call in year 10 when I finally failed a math class and my math teacher saw I was truely distraught, she then talked to me gave me extra work to do checked up on me before and after class and even went to the afterschool tutoring to help me out.

Review Something only students would know

I’m unsure of anything surprising, but something random would be a bird that terrorised the school oval.

Review Something only students would know

After graduating all the year 12’s throw their shoes into a big tree on the oval

Review Something only students would know

The L block stairs are torture especially if you have classes at the top floor and it's a hot day. Honestly wasn't that bad but it was a running joke amongst my cohort. When the Kedron brook floods the ovals get flooded so sport is limited during that time and while they dry out. A surprising thing that… Read all

The L block stairs are torture especially if you have classes at the top floor and it's a hot day. Honestly wasn't that bad but it was a running joke amongst my cohort. When the Kedron brook floods the ovals get flooded so sport is limited during that time and while they dry out. A surprising thing that happened was a few times over the years the premier of qld would land their helicopter on the oval while visiting the emergency services complex next door. Can't say that about other schools haha.

Review Readiness for life after school

I breezed through school with very little effort which made it kind of hard for me to learn how to apply myself once I started university and work. I wish overachieving wasn't treated as an excuse to neglect building the life skills school is supposed to teach in addition to the academics.

Review What had the biggest impact

My senior subject teachers were amazing, and the way they taught was not only vital to my academic success, but also inspired me to pursue a career in teaching senior maths. I had plenty of opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities or community events, and I was able to network with politicians,… Read all

My senior subject teachers were amazing, and the way they taught was not only vital to my academic success, but also inspired me to pursue a career in teaching senior maths. I had plenty of opportunities to engage in extracurricular activities or community events, and I was able to network with politicians, government officials and the Regional Director of Education through my school. The college has also recently constructed a new engineering precinct, and they are planning to offer senior engineering and design subjects to extend the variety of senior subjects.

Review Getting extra help

I believe that there was not many options for helping students struggling in core subjects within school grounds?

Review Something only students would know

I am sure parents would have no idea how much fun the events they have in store for graduating students. Each cohort would have their own little thing when the year would finish. My cohort had a peg to the uniform competition, where students would eliminate each other throughout the last few months by… Read all

I am sure parents would have no idea how much fun the events they have in store for graduating students. Each cohort would have their own little thing when the year would finish. My cohort had a peg to the uniform competition, where students would eliminate each other throughout the last few months by attaching a peg on the uniform with their names on it. We also had a sleepout at school, where we played friendly competitions with teachers and amongst friends, get some food and overall shenanigans. On the last formal day of school, students also tie dyed white uniforms and had our classmates sign it with a message with a sharpie. In the same week, we also had water-park like bouncy castle sort of things on the oval, which was alot of fun. I think my school was special in that aspect. Parents ofc had to sign permission forms, but thats not the same thing as actually experiencing such events.

Review Coaching and chances to compete

no idea, i wasnt part of sports - however regarding the facilities our facilities were pretty poor

Review Experience of the sports program

My child’s experience with the schools sports program has been extremely positive. The coaches are extremely friendly and the facilities provided are new and fresh. Overall I would not have any suggestions for improvements.

Review Subject range and curiosity

The school offered plenty of subject choices for all my interests, and had the necessary facilities to support that. It also did encourage curiosity by constantly offering extra cirricular activities on different topics, as well as having plenty of space in each subject (from personal experience I always… Read all

The school offered plenty of subject choices for all my interests, and had the necessary facilities to support that. It also did encourage curiosity by constantly offering extra cirricular activities on different topics, as well as having plenty of space in each subject (from personal experience I always got into subjects that I wanted to do).

Review Something only students would know

I would love to share, and I'm sure you would love to read my stories, but for the sake of those involved I would for their own integrity, not wish to speak on it. I wish i could write a book, so the memories never faded. I'll think of one, every swimming carnival we would attempt to push a teacher into the pool😅

Review Would you recommend it?

I would recommend my school to others for a variety of reasons. The grounds are well maintained, and aren't often vandalised (a trait I find common amongst neighbouring schools). The teachers are very kind, supportive, and create an interactive environment that not only encourages education, but makes it fun.

Review Would you recommend it?

It depends on the student. For someone who wants to have lots of sporting extracurricular activities, this is the school for them! Arts extracurriculars, not as many but we still have lots. If you're dead set on getting a 99 atar it may not be the school for you, some of the teachers are a bit hit or… Read all

It depends on the student. For someone who wants to have lots of sporting extracurricular activities, this is the school for them! Arts extracurriculars, not as many but we still have lots. If you're dead set on getting a 99 atar it may not be the school for you, some of the teachers are a bit hit or miss, but it's still a wonderful school with plenty of facilities and experiences for all types of students.

Review Something only students would know

Students can/will hang at garden city before and after school. Honestly being located next to garden city is probably one of the perks of being at the school. After school you can eat out/play/study in the library/ grocery shopping etc

Review Readiness for life after school

Yes. I felt that I was prepared adequately. The school invited lots of different universities and career people to the school to talk to us about pathways after highschool. We also went on excursions to different universities to tour their campuses.

Review Getting extra help

Students had a lot of access to help at my high school. Many teachers were available to help after classes, and were contactable through email. There was also weekly homework help in the library. Many students relied on each other for help in most cases.

Review Something only students would know

The music facilities are very high, multiple studios and music facilities around the school, at WSHS.