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9 schools where people talk about “debating” and music, drama and art.

Also counting related words: debate, public speaking. Schools where “debating” itself comes up are listed first.

Order:Best matchMost talked aboutLowest feesA to Z

How we work these numbers out
  • 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.
  1. St Joseph’s College (Gregory Terrace)

    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 evidence2 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.

    Comes up in 6% of 18 reviews · 3.1× the Brisbane average (2%)

    This school 6% Brisbane 2%

    Of 2 comments: 1 speaks well of it

    2 of 13 former students who listed their sports played Debating

    • Open Day Reflection Teacher: “…doesn't have to be sport. It [can be] music, it can be debating, there'll be chess, there'll be the service”
    • Review Former student: “…guidance sessions and many extracurricular activities like debating and public”

    1 more review mention and 1 more Open Day Reflection. Reviews and Open Day Reflections for independent and Catholic schools are part of Full Access: one $289 payment, no subscription.

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  2. 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)

    Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.

    Comes up in 9% of 11 reviews · 5.1× the Brisbane average (2%)

    This school 9% Brisbane 2%

    Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it

    0 of 10 former students who listed their sports played Debating

    • Review Former student: “…participating in extracurricular programs, like debating, boosted my confidence. However, the pressure to excel…”

    1 more review mention. Reviews and Open Day Reflections for independent and Catholic schools are part of Full Access: one $289 payment, no subscription.

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  3. Brisbane Boys' College

    Boys · Independent · Toowong

    • Fees $36,492 a year (2026, Years 7-12)
    • Sport GPS
    • Median ATAR 90.05 (2025)source
    • Students 1,314
    • Boarding (boys only)

    Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.

    Comes up in 8% of 12 reviews · 4.6× the Brisbane average (2%)

    This school 8% Brisbane 2%

    Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it

    1 of 7 former students who listed their sports played Debating

    • Review Former student: “…extra curriculars such as public speaking and debating helps students hone many essential soft skills for the…”

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  4. Brisbane State High School

    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

    Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.

    Comes up in 3% of 36 reviews · 1.6× the Brisbane average (2%)

    This school 3% Brisbane 2%

    Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it

    2 of 17 former students who listed their sports played Debating

    Review Subject range and curiosity

    …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… 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.

  5. Centenary State High School

    Co-ed · State · Jindalee

    • Fees No tuition fees (state school)
    • Students 1,676

    Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.

    Comes up in 20% of 5 reviews · 11× the Brisbane average (2%)

    This school 20% Brisbane 2%

    Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it

    Review Would you recommend it?

    …competitions and are fighting their way through higher level comps. The school has an outstanding debating and public speaking endeavour. I have adjudicated and competed at the national level, and have placed in competitions by the english speaking union and U.N youth. Read all

    I would definitely recommend the school. I was the kind of student to do all kinds of extra curricular activities and the school had provided plenty of opportunities for all kinds of students. Their performance plus program and participation into CGEN competitions is a great creative outlet for arts students to develop their talents and gain exposure to industry and community. The school is also a regular sporting competitor at the state level, and has a competitive spirit that cannot be ignored across all sports programs. I was part of the basketball team, and have seen students excel in athletics, swimming, rugby, touch football and many more. The school has also welcomed a serious chess program, with mentors, a FIDE master, and chess teachers paving the way for students to get better at the game. Students have also regularly placed in district competitions and are fighting their way through higher level comps. The school has an outstanding debating and public speaking endeavour. I have adjudicated and competed at the national level, and have placed in competitions by the english speaking union and U.N youth.

  6. Indooroopilly State High School

    Co-ed · State · Indooroopilly

    • Fees No tuition fees (state school)
    • Students 2,910

    Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.

    Comes up in 4% of 23 reviews · 2.4× the Brisbane average (2%)

    This school 4% Brisbane 2%

    Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it

    0 of 5 former students who listed their sports played Debating

    Review Subject range and curiosity

    My school offered a solid range of subject choices, especially in the sciences and humanities, but I sometimes wished there were more options in the arts or technology fields. The school encouraged curiosity through science fairs, debating competitions, and community service projects.

  7. Whites Hill State College

    Co-ed · State · Camp Hill

    • Fees No tuition fees (state school)
    • Students 895

    Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.

    Comes up in 33% of 3 reviews · 19× the Brisbane average (2%)

    This school 33% Brisbane 2%

    Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it

    Review Would you recommend it?

    …The school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and debate clubs, which provide a well-rounded education. My overall experience was very positive, as I felt supported and challenged to grow both academically and personally. Read all

    Yes, I would recommend this school to others. The academic quality is excellent, with a strong curriculum and dedicated teachers who are always willing to help students. The school offers a wide range of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and debate clubs, which provide a well-rounded education. My overall experience was very positive, as I felt supported and challenged to grow both academically and personally.

  8. St Rita's College

    Girls · Catholic · Clayfield

    • Fees $16,685 a year (2026, Year 12, revised July 2026 schedule)
    • Sport CaSSSA
    • Students 1,222

    Thin evidenceNobody here says “debating” itself; 1 person mentions related words.

    Comes up in 13% of 8 reviews · 6.9× the Brisbane average (2%)

    This school 13% Brisbane 2%

    Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it

    0 of 6 former students who listed their sports played Debating

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  9. Ambrose Treacy College

    Boys · Catholic · Indooroopilly

    • Fees $19,618 a year (2026, Years 7-12)
    • Sport GBC
    • Students 1,238

    Thin evidenceNobody here says “debating” 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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Reviews come from parents and former students whose link to the school we've checked. Open Day Reflections come from our recordings at 2026 open days. Words in [brackets] were unclear, and […] marks a skipped part. They reflect the school's own voice, so read them alongside the reviews. How reviews work