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27 schools where people talk about “coding” and diversity and inclusion.
Also counting related words: programming, robotics, digital technolog, computer science. Schools where “coding” itself comes up are listed first.
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- Order. “Best match” puts schools where your exact word comes up first. “Most talked about” uses the share of reviews that mention it. Neither is a ranking of how good a school is.
- Comes up in X% of reviews is the share of the school's reviews that mention your search. The Brisbane average is the same share across all Brisbane schools.
- Speak well, mixed or raise concerns is worked out by software, using only the sentences about your search. It's right most of the time but not always, so read what people said.
- What students did comes from the sports and activities former students ticked in their review. We show it when at least 3 answered.
- Evidence is strong when 5 or more of at least 10 reviews mention it, some when 2 or more people do, and thin when only one person does.
- Facts such as fees, ATAR and enrolments come from each school's own documents. Fees cover different year levels at different schools, so compare carefully.
- Open Day Reflections come from our visits to 2026 open days. They're useful, but they reflect the school's own voice.
Wavell State High School
Co-ed · State · Wavell Heights
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 1,527
Some evidence2 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.
Comes up in 40% of 5 reviews · 5.3× the Brisbane average (8%)
This school 40% Brisbane 8%
Of 2 comments: 1 mixed
Review Would you recommend it?
I would recommend this school to students more interested in sports and arts rather than academics. There is a lack of attention towards the academic side of teaching, with some teachers teaching in more than one subject, sometimes with the subjects having no correlation to each other (e.g. drama & science).… Read all
I would recommend this school to students more interested in sports and arts rather than academics. There is a lack of attention towards the academic side of teaching, with some teachers teaching in more than one subject, sometimes with the subjects having no correlation to each other (e.g. drama & science). Not saying that the teachers or teaching faculty is bad, it could be better. The school is known for its excellence programs in sports like rugby and netball and in the arts like dance and drama, so go to wavell if that seems more your speed. The overall experience wasn't bad, but myself and my peers did experience bullying, racism, saw violence occur on campus and there was minimal help from administration to resolve these issues, therefore these things remained an issues for years.
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Co-ed · State · Indooroopilly
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 2,910
Thin evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 1 person mentions related words.
Comes up in 4% of 23 reviews · below the Brisbane average (8%)
This school 4% Brisbane 8%
Of 4 comments: 3 speak well of it
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.
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Review What we like and dislike
Likes: Dedicated teachers who go out of their way to support students. Strong academic focus with extension and enrichment options. Diverse cultural environment that teaches respect and global awareness. Good music and sports programs. Modern facilities, especially the science labs and the new performing… Read all
Likes: Dedicated teachers who go out of their way to support students. Strong academic focus with extension and enrichment options. Diverse cultural environment that teaches respect and global awareness. Good music and sports programs. Modern facilities, especially the science labs and the new performing arts centre Dislikes: The school can feel quite large and sometimes a bit impersonal. Parking and drop-off zones are often congested.
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,… Read all
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.
Mansfield State High School
Co-ed · State, competitive entry · Mansfield
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 3,978
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 4 people mention related words.
Comes up in 14% of 28 reviews · 1.9× the Brisbane average (8%)
This school 14% Brisbane 8%
Of 4 comments: 4 speak well of it
Review Experience of the sports program
My child was in the Mansfield basketball team and highly enjoyed it. The coach was extremely supportive and the team was extremely inclusive. It was one of my child’s favourite experiences during his high school journey.
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Review Chances to take part in the arts
My school offered diverse arts programs, including music, drama, and visual arts, fostering creativity with supportive teachers and opportunities.
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Co-ed · Catholic · Spring Hill
- Fees $10,500 a year (2026, Years 7-12, first student)
- Students 914
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 2 people mention related words.
0 of 1 review so far mention it
Too few reviews to compare with other schools.
Of 2 comments: 1 speaks well of it
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Co-ed · State, competitive entry · Toowong
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Median ATAR 94.75 (2025)source
- Students 1,370
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 3 people mention related words.
Comes up in 14% of 22 reviews · 1.8× the Brisbane average (8%)
This school 14% Brisbane 8%
Of 3 comments: 1 speaks well of it · 1 mixed
Review Something only students would know
…cultures and celebrating differences, which I really enjoyed. Extracurricular activities such as robotics are also very popular in QA, and students often spend their lunch times either attending the clubs for these activities, or involving themselves in clubs for service, or even beekeeping. The SMT… Read all
Some things unique to the school is that doing QA/IB is a lot different from ATAR curriculum, in that there is a lot of independent learning that needs to be done. Therefore, I would not recommend the school for students who struggles to understand concepts or work off/ search for their own online resources. Furthermore, diversity is really big in QA, so there is a huge emphasise on sharing cultures and celebrating differences, which I really enjoyed. Extracurricular activities such as robotics are also very popular in QA, and students often spend their lunch times either attending the clubs for these activities, or involving themselves in clubs for service, or even beekeeping. The SMT community is also very small and everyone basically knows eachother. Students are also very willing to help others.
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Co-ed · Independent · Indooroopilly
- Fees $26,786 a year (2026, Years 10-12 day students)
- Sport QGSSSA (girls), AIC (boys)
- Median ATAR 90.5 (2025)source
- Students 2,302
- Boarding
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 11% of 19 reviews · about the Brisbane average (8%)
This school 11% Brisbane 8%
Of 3 comments: 2 speak well of it
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Co-ed · State · Camp Hill
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 895
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 67% of 3 reviews · 8.9× the Brisbane average (8%)
This school 67% Brisbane 8%
Of 3 comments: 3 speak well of it
Review Chances to take part in the arts
I didn't engage in these subjects, but I had friends who did and I was a member of the music club. The opportunities to participate in arts programs were vast and diverse; the school promoted these subjects a lot and hosted many large events to showcase the creative talents of our students, such as expo… Read all
I didn't engage in these subjects, but I had friends who did and I was a member of the music club. The opportunities to participate in arts programs were vast and diverse; the school promoted these subjects a lot and hosted many large events to showcase the creative talents of our students, such as expo nights and live music and art nights. The music department in particular was amazing; the teacher organised a music club where students could simply come along and play music with all the different instruments. My friends and I, along with the teacher, would often come down and play songs together and engage in our passion and hobby of music, which was a really great way to take a step back from the academic workload.
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Review Chances to take part in the arts
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… 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 Coaching and chances to compete
The school's coaches were highly effective in developing students' athletic abilities and providing numerous opportunities to compete. The quality of coaching was excellent, with coaches who were not only knowledgeable but also passionate about helping students improve. They offered tailored training… Read all
The school's coaches were highly effective in developing students' athletic abilities and providing numerous opportunities to compete. The quality of coaching was excellent, with coaches who were not only knowledgeable but also passionate about helping students improve. They offered tailored training sessions that catered to students of all skill levels, ensuring that everyone, from beginners to elite athletes, had the chance to develop their skills. The school participated in various inter-school competitions and regional tournaments, giving students the opportunity to compete at higher levels. Additionally, the coaches emphasized teamwork, sportsmanship, and personal growth, which made the sports programs inclusive and rewarding for all participants.
Brisbane Grammar School
Boys · Independent · Spring Hill
- Fees $37,960 a year (2026, Years 7-12)
- Sport GPS
- Median ATAR 95 (2025)source
- Students 2,021
- Boarding (boys only)
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 17% of 12 reviews · 2.2× the Brisbane average (8%)
This school 17% Brisbane 8%
Of 2 comments: 2 speak well of it
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Co-ed · State, competitive entry · South Brisbane
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Sport GPS (boys), QGSSSA (girls)
- Median ATAR 94.4 (2025)source
- Students 3,569
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 6% of 36 reviews · about the Brisbane average (8%)
This school 6% Brisbane 8%
Of 2 comments: 1 speaks well of it · 1 mixed
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Co-ed · State · Corinda
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 2,123
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 15% of 13 reviews · 2.1× the Brisbane average (8%)
This school 15% Brisbane 8%
Of 2 comments: 2 speak well of it
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Co-ed · State · Forest Lake
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 1,685
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 50% of 4 reviews · 6.7× the Brisbane average (8%)
This school 50% Brisbane 8%
Of 2 comments: 1 speaks well of it · 1 mixed
Review Bullying and the social scene
Forest Lake State High takes bullying very seriously, with clear policies in place and programs to teach students about respect and kindness. They also have a dedicated team that works to address any issues quickly and effectively, which I really appreciate. My daughter has had a positive social experience… Read all
Forest Lake State High takes bullying very seriously, with clear policies in place and programs to teach students about respect and kindness. They also have a dedicated team that works to address any issues quickly and effectively, which I really appreciate. My daughter has had a positive social experience overall, feeling supported by both peers and staff, and I've noticed a strong emphasis on inclusivity in the school culture.
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Review Experience of arts activities
My child does not participate in any creative art/performing activities at school. Although they have not participated, the programs provided seem quite good and inclusive.
Rochedale State High School
Co-ed · State · Rochedale
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 1,498
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 67% of 3 reviews · 8.9× the Brisbane average (8%)
This school 67% Brisbane 8%
Of 2 comments: 1 speaks well of it · 1 mixed
Review What had the biggest impact
The arts program was fantastic, and run by extremely passionate teachers. There were some poor teachers there - at one point I was sexually harassed by a teacher who the school knew was creepy to students and it ended up becoming a legal matter. He was let go after it escalated legally, though. Other… Read all
The arts program was fantastic, and run by extremely passionate teachers. There were some poor teachers there - at one point I was sexually harassed by a teacher who the school knew was creepy to students and it ended up becoming a legal matter. He was let go after it escalated legally, though. Other teachers were openly racist or homophobic. Generally, a culture of permissiveness towards whatever teachers did, even if it was objectively harmful.
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