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Search for a sport, instrument, subject or worry to see which Brisbane schools people mention it at, and what they said. Tick up to three schools to compare them.
23 schools where people talk about “drama” and careers and life after school.
Also counting related words: theatre, musical, performing arts. Schools where “drama” itself comes up are listed first.
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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.
San Sisto College
Girls · Catholic · Carina
- Fees $7,889 a year (2026, Year 12)
- Sport CaSSSA
- Students 810
Some evidence2 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.
Comes up in 40% of 5 reviews · 7.0× the Brisbane average (6%)
This school 40% Brisbane 6%
Of 3 comments: 1 speaks well of it · 1 mixed · 1 raises concerns
3 of 4 former students who listed their arts activities did Drama / Theatre or Musical Theatre
3 more review mentions. Reviews and Open Day Reflections for independent and Catholic schools are part of Full Access: one $289 payment, no subscription.
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Co-ed · Independent · Ormiston
- Fees $19,412 a year (2026, Years 7-12)
- Sport TAS
- Median ATAR 90.55 (2025)source
- Students 1,560
Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.
Comes up in 13% of 8 reviews · 2.2× the Brisbane average (6%)
This school 13% Brisbane 6%
Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it
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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Co-ed · State · Aspley
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 1,248
Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.
Comes up in 33% of 3 reviews · 5.8× the Brisbane average (6%)
This school 33% Brisbane 6%
Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it
Review Year 12 subject choices
Drama, Business, Economics, and Physics. I took physics because I believed I was good at math, and economics and business because I believed that it would be my career pathway. Drama was there because I had enjoyed it the previous three years.
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)
Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.
Comes up in 8% of 12 reviews · about the Brisbane average (6%)
This school 8% Brisbane 6%
0 of 4 former students who listed their arts activities did Drama / Theatre or Musical Theatre
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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Co-ed · Independent · Wellington Point
- Fees $11,620 a year (2026, Years 10-12, incl. camps, excursions, music and sport programs)
- Sport ISC
- Median ATAR 84.5 (2025)source
- Students 1,517
Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.
Comes up in 25% of 4 reviews · 4.4× the Brisbane average (6%)
This school 25% Brisbane 6%
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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 · 3.5× the Brisbane average (6%)
This school 20% Brisbane 6%
Review Chances to take part in the arts
Opportunities to participate in arts programs, such as music, drama, and visual arts, can vary depending on the location, institution, or community offering them. In general, these opportunities are abundant and accessible at various levels, ranging from local community centers to schools and universities
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 · 5.8× the Brisbane average (6%)
This school 33% Brisbane 6%
Review Subject range and curiosity
…interests and career paths. In addition to core subjects, there were numerous electives such as Drama, Music, Computer Science, and Environmental Studies, which allowed students to explore their passions. The school also encouraged curiosity and engagement through various initiatives. For example, we… Read all
Yes, my school offered a wide range of subject choices that catered to various interests and career paths. In addition to core subjects, there were numerous electives such as Drama, Music, Computer Science, and Environmental Studies, which allowed students to explore their passions. The school also encouraged curiosity and engagement through various initiatives. For example, we had a "Curiosity Week" where students could attend workshops on topics not covered in the regular curriculum, such as robotics, creative writing, and sustainable living. Additionally, the school promoted character values and creativity through community service projects, like organizing charity events and participating in local environmental clean-ups. These activities helped students develop a well-rounded perspective and fostered a sense of responsibility and teamwork beyond academic achievements.
St Peters Lutheran College
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 “drama” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 11% of 19 reviews · 1.8× the Brisbane average (6%)
This school 11% Brisbane 6%
Of 3 comments: 2 speak well of it
2 of 10 former students who listed their arts activities did Drama / Theatre or Musical Theatre
3 more review mentions. Reviews and Open Day Reflections for independent and Catholic schools are part of Full Access: one $289 payment, no subscription.
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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 “drama” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 11% of 18 reviews · 1.9× the Brisbane average (6%)
This school 11% Brisbane 6%
Of 3 comments: 3 speak well of it
4 of 9 former students who listed their arts activities did Drama / Theatre or Musical Theatre
3 more review mentions. Reviews and Open Day Reflections for independent and Catholic schools are part of Full Access: one $289 payment, no subscription.
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Co-ed · State · Chermside West
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 1,241
Some evidenceNobody here says “drama” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 20% of 10 reviews · 3.5× the Brisbane average (6%)
This school 20% Brisbane 6%
Of 2 comments: 2 speak well of it
2 of 4 former students who listed their arts activities did Drama / Theatre or Musical Theatre
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Co-ed · State · Kelvin Grove
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 3,646
Some evidenceNobody here says “drama” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 11% of 19 reviews · 1.8× the Brisbane average (6%)
This school 11% Brisbane 6%
Of 2 comments: 1 speaks well of it
2 of 6 former students who listed their arts activities did Drama / Theatre or Musical Theatre
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Co-ed · Independent · Everton Park
- Fees $14,855 a year (2026, Year 12, first child, all-in)
- Students 1,258
Some evidenceNobody here says “drama” itself; 2 people mention related words.
Comes up in 13% of 15 reviews · 2.3× the Brisbane average (6%)
This school 13% Brisbane 6%
Of 2 comments: 1 speaks well of it · 1 mixed
6 of 9 former students who listed their arts activities did Drama / Theatre or Musical Theatre
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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