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Review Chances to take part in the arts

Even though subjects like music and drama weren't an option, the school encouraged artistic expression through annual events such as the Battle of the Bands and Festival of Creativity, where students performed instrumental pieces, showcased their paintings etc. Due to a high number of applications, auditions… Read all

Even though subjects like music and drama weren't an option, the school encouraged artistic expression through annual events such as the Battle of the Bands and Festival of Creativity, where students performed instrumental pieces, showcased their paintings etc. Due to a high number of applications, auditions were usually required, but I don't know anyone who applied and didn't get accepted. I was part of a creative writing club, with sessions held every Friday afternoon. I, along with other members, wrote stories and shared ideas together over the course of one to two hours. The school provides opportunities to create and establish clubs if it has enough support, so this is another way that students can be involved in the arts.

Review Subject range and curiosity

Yes, Brisbane State High offered a wide range of subject choices, from sciences and humanities to arts, music, and sport-focused electives. There were also a lot of extracurricular activities like debating, clubs, and representative sport, which helped students explore interests outside the classroom.… Read all

Yes, Brisbane State High offered a wide range of subject choices, from sciences and humanities to arts, music, and sport-focused electives. There were also a lot of extracurricular activities like debating, clubs, and representative sport, which helped students explore interests outside the classroom. Some subjects had hands-on projects or excursions, which made learning more engaging and went beyond just preparing for exams.

Review Chances to take part in the arts

…were accessible to all students. There were numerous opportunities to participate in music, drama, and visual arts, with regular classes, after-school clubs, and special workshops. The music program included choir, band, and individual instrument lessons, while the drama program put on several productions… Read all

The school offered a wide variety of arts programs that were accessible to all students. There were numerous opportunities to participate in music, drama, and visual arts, with regular classes, after-school clubs, and special workshops. The music program included choir, band, and individual instrument lessons, while the drama program put on several productions each year, allowing students to get involved in acting, set design, and stage management. The visual arts program provided access to a well-equipped studio and organized exhibitions of student work. These activities were frequent and well-supported, fostering a vibrant creative environment. The image that best reflects this environment would be one showing students actively engaged in diverse artistic activities, such as a group painting in the studio or performing in a school play.

Review Chances to take part in the arts

There used to be more opportunities but COVID heavily impacted a lot of the clubs and performances. There was meant to be a musical every 2/3 years but due to lockdowns it got delayed significantly. The choirs started back up again a year before I left though, and there were different choirs for different vocal skill levels.

Review Preparing for entry

I did not do any specific preparation. I just made sure I understood everything I was currently doing at school and read through all the details to be as prepared as I could be. I think I discussed my dance in my interview as well as my other commitments like drama and stem club, which may have helped me.

Review Camps and excursions

Favorite memory from a school excursion was going to QPAC and watching Frozen the Musical. Wasn't meant to go as it was for the drama excellence kids but got a ticket because some students couldn't go. A bit spontaneous, but it was fun.

Review Chances to take part in the arts

…tailor to the customers needs, but there were also like 2 other arts related subjects art and drama sadly no film. Read all

I did design and the tools they had were pretty good, the class was very small so it was very intimate and interaction was a must, I wasn't even able to draw a 3d cube before this class and now Im able to draw cool pieces of furniture and cadets and know how to effectively help tailor to the customers needs, but there were also like 2 other arts related subjects art and drama sadly no film.

Review Chances to take part in the arts

The school had a plethora or arts opportunities like musical theatre, instrumental music, choir, drama classes, visual art classes and displays, media arts classes and displays. Each of these areas had several showcase events and gave students the opportunity to participaten in relevant excursion and extra curricular activities.

Review Something only students would know

The school "dungeon" which is a cavelike space under the auditorium filled with old props from the schools musicals/plays. Quite a few ghost stories or jokes based around that creepy place.

Review Something only students would know

There's a "ghost" that lives in the performing arts centre (CPAC), and that's why all the doors slam and the wind rustles in strange ways.

Review Something only students would know

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

Review Would you recommend it?

If you are looking for a multicultural school, this is the one to go to. I was a music student and can say that the music department are very passionate about music. There were plentiful amount of opportunities to perform depending on which ensemble you are in. it can range from semi-annual school performances,… Read all

If you are looking for a multicultural school, this is the one to go to. I was a music student and can say that the music department are very passionate about music. There were plentiful amount of opportunities to perform depending on which ensemble you are in. it can range from semi-annual school performances, workshops, music camp, visiting primary schools to perform, music fest, fanfare etc

Review Would you recommend it?

I would recommend the high school to students that live in the area, as my graduating cohort (2023) received a high average ATAR score. The school also offers a wide variety of clubs, such as, theatre, photography, and various sporting opportunities.