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24 schools where people talk about “coding” and service and leadership.
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.
Anglican Church Grammar School
Boys · Independent · East Brisbane
- Fees $36,232 a year (2026, Years 11-12)
- Sport GPS
- Median ATAR 90.85 (2025)source
- Students 1,895
- Boarding (boys only)
Some evidence3 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.
Comes up in 27% of 11 reviews · 3.7× the Brisbane average (7%)
This school 27% Brisbane 7%
Of 5 comments: 4 speak well of it
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Co-ed · State · Wavell Heights
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 1,527
Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.
Comes up in 20% of 5 reviews · 2.7× the Brisbane average (7%)
This school 20% Brisbane 7%
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Girls · Catholic · Fortitude Valley
- Fees $23,485 a year (2026, Year 12)
- Sport CaSSSA
- Median ATAR 93.4 (2025)source
- Students 1,733
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 6 people mention related words.
Comes up in 67% of 9 reviews · 9.1× the Brisbane average (7%)
This school 67% Brisbane 7%
Of 11 comments: 9 speak well of it · 1 mixed
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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; 4 people mention related words.
Comes up in 18% of 22 reviews · 2.5× the Brisbane average (7%)
This school 18% Brisbane 7%
Of 5 comments: 1 speaks well of it · 1 mixed
Review Readiness for life after school
I was well prepared for university after high school. In fact, my first year at university felt like a breath of fresh air in comparison to my time at QASMT. For example, at QA, due to the IB, we had to undergo the CAS program. This meant that we were required to have creative hobbies (writing, art… Read all
I was well prepared for university after high school. In fact, my first year at university felt like a breath of fresh air in comparison to my time at QASMT. For example, at QA, due to the IB, we had to undergo the CAS program. This meant that we were required to have creative hobbies (writing, art etc.), do activity (sports) and service (volunteering, charity work etc.) on top of school. This helped to enhance personal and interpersonal development in all areas rather than just academics, which aided in preparation for university. If you're able to make it through QA's rigorous program, you'll be prepared for life after high school!
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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 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 · State · Chermside West
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 1,241
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 4 people mention related words.
Comes up in 40% of 10 reviews · 5.5× the Brisbane average (7%)
This school 40% Brisbane 7%
Of 4 comments: 4 speak well of it
Review Readiness for life after school
By the time I graduated from Craigslea, I felt well-prepared for life after school. The school offered strong academic support, career guidance, and work experience opportunities that helped me plan for university and future goals. Craigslea also encouraged values like honesty, perseverance, and integrity… Read all
By the time I graduated from Craigslea, I felt well-prepared for life after school. The school offered strong academic support, career guidance, and work experience opportunities that helped me plan for university and future goals. Craigslea also encouraged values like honesty, perseverance, and integrity through leadership programs, group work, and community involvement, helping me grow both academically and personally
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Co-ed · State · Indooroopilly
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 2,910
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 3 people mention related words.
Comes up in 13% of 23 reviews · 1.8× the Brisbane average (7%)
This school 13% Brisbane 7%
Of 3 comments: 3 speak well of it
Review Balancing academics and wellbeing
Indooroopilly State High School effectively balances academic rigor with student well-being and character development. The school offers programs like **Peer Support** and **Respectful Relationships** to foster qualities such as empathy and integrity. For example, annual community service initiatives… Read all
Indooroopilly State High School effectively balances academic rigor with student well-being and character development. The school offers programs like **Peer Support** and **Respectful Relationships** to foster qualities such as empathy and integrity. For example, annual community service initiatives (e.g., fundraising for local charities) encourage generosity. Teachers often integrate "life lessons" into subjects, such as discussing ethical dilemmas in Humanities. However, some students report stress during exam periods, suggesting room for enhanced mental health support
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Boys · Catholic · Spring Hill
- Fees $26,439 a year (2026, Years 7-12)
- Sport GPS
- Median ATAR 93.35 (2024)source
- Students 1,959
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 11% of 18 reviews · 1.5× the Brisbane average (7%)
This school 11% Brisbane 7%
Of 3 comments: 3 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 (7%)
This school 6% Brisbane 7%
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Boys · Independent · Manly West
- Fees $18,792 a year (2026, Years 11-12)
- Sport ISC
- Median ATAR 80.8 (2025)source
- Students 496
Some evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 13% of 8 reviews · 1.7× the Brisbane average (7%)
This school 13% Brisbane 7%
Of 2 comments: 2 speak well of it
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Co-ed · Catholic · Mitchelton
- Fees $9,805 a year (2026, Years 10-12, first student)
- Sport SECA
- Students 1,167
Thin evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 1 person mentions related words.
0 of 1 review so far mention it
Too few reviews to compare with other schools.
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Co-ed · Independent · Cannon Hill
- Fees $21,456 a year (2026, Years 7-12, all-inclusive single tuition fee)
- Sport TAS
- Students 1,364
Thin evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 1 person mentions related words.
Comes up in 7% of 15 reviews · about the Brisbane average (7%)
This school 7% Brisbane 7%
Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it
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Co-ed · Catholic · Thornlands
- Fees $7,378 a year (2026, Years 10-12, eldest student)
- Sport SECA
- Students 1,241
Thin evidenceNobody here says “coding” itself; 1 person mentions related words.
1 of 2 reviews so far mention it
Too few reviews to compare with other schools.
Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it
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