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42 schools where people talk about “drama” and the school overall.
Also counting related words: theatre, musical, performing arts. Schools where “drama” 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.
Centenary State High School
Co-ed · State · Jindalee
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 1,676
Some evidence2 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.
Comes up in 40% of 5 reviews · 2.9× the Brisbane average (14%)
This school 40% Brisbane 14%
Of 4 comments: 3 speak well of it
1 of 4 former students who listed their arts activities did Drama / Theatre or Musical Theatre
Review School culture
…students being late, and could handle overall "students being students" without resentment or drama. My cohort/year level got involved alot with athletics day, carnivals and multicultural week, so students were quite collaborative and it wasnt hard to fit in, even as a migrant student. Across year levels,… Read all
The school was about in between. Teachers were patient about students being late, and could handle overall "students being students" without resentment or drama. My cohort/year level got involved alot with athletics day, carnivals and multicultural week, so students were quite collaborative and it wasnt hard to fit in, even as a migrant student. Across year levels, students also worked together really well. Being in multiple extracurricular activities, I had been in the position to teach, learn and mentor across every aspect of school. Student leadership was also critically based on teamwork and synergy; captains worked very well with younger leaders and being friendly and supportive was centred in the centenary culture.
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Review Would you recommend it?
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… 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.
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Girls · Catholic · Carina
- Fees $7,889 a year (2026, Year 12)
- Sport CaSSSA
- Students 810
Some evidence3 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.
Comes up in 60% of 5 reviews · 4.3× the Brisbane average (14%)
This school 60% Brisbane 14%
Of 3 comments: 2 speak well of it
3 of 4 former students who listed their arts activities did Drama / Theatre or Musical Theatre
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Co-ed · Independent · Karrabin
- Fees $16,936 a year (2026, Years 11-12 compulsory total, all-inclusive)
- Sport TAS
- Students 1,496
Some evidence2 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.
2 of 2 reviews so far mention it
Too few reviews to compare with other schools.
Of 3 comments: 3 speak well of it
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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 evidence2 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.
Comes up in 8% of 12 reviews · below the Brisbane average (14%)
This school 8% Brisbane 14%
Of 3 comments: 3 speak well of it
0 of 4 former students who listed their arts activities did Drama / Theatre or Musical Theatre
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Girls · Independent · Spring Hill
- Fees $34,088 a year (2026, Years 7-12, all-inclusive)
- Sport QGSSSA
- Median ATAR 96.45 (2025)source
- Students 1,792
Some evidence2 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.
Comes up in 13% of 15 reviews · about the Brisbane average (14%)
This school 13% Brisbane 14%
1 of 5 former students who listed their arts activities did Drama / Theatre or Musical Theatre
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Co-ed · State · MacGregor
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 1,352
Some evidence2 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.
Comes up in 50% of 4 reviews · 3.6× the Brisbane average (14%)
This school 50% Brisbane 14%
Of 2 comments: 1 speaks well of it · 1 mixed
Review Would you recommend it?
…i did witness bullying alot or just snarky comments/ talking behind each others backs and drama and alot of fights but i wasnt one to get bullied so i enjoyed the time and if i could go back to those lunch breaks or arvos with my mates i probably would. The academic quality was poor unless you were musically… Read all
It certainly depends, i would not let my little brothers but if it was a family that their only school was macgregor or sunnybank state high etc schools of that sort i would reccomend it the people there were really good for me at least i did witness bullying alot or just snarky comments/ talking behind each others backs and drama and alot of fights but i wasnt one to get bullied so i enjoyed the time and if i could go back to those lunch breaks or arvos with my mates i probably would. The academic quality was poor unless you were musically inclined as teachers didnt really teach too well but were nice and genuine people other than a fair few good people not great teachers.
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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
Somerville House
Girls · Independent · South Brisbane
- Fees $31,872 a year (2026, Years 7-12 compulsory total, all-inclusive)
- Sport QGSSSA
- Median ATAR 91.6 (2025)source
- Students 1,387
- Boarding (girls only)
Some evidence2 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.
Comes up in 40% of 5 reviews · 2.9× the Brisbane average (14%)
This school 40% Brisbane 14%
Of 2 comments: 1 raises concerns
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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 · about the Brisbane average (14%)
This school 20% Brisbane 14%
Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it
Review Would you recommend it?
…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,… 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.
Aspley State High School
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 · 2.4× the Brisbane average (14%)
This school 33% Brisbane 14%
Review What had the biggest impact
Negatively, the time I was once transferred from an English class I loved to an English class to a teacher I hated. Also the time at which I was effectively thrown out from one group of friends and forced into solitude from one girl. As for positive, there was the drama teachers in 2021 and 2022.
Cleveland District State High School
Co-ed · State · Cleveland
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 2,415
Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.
Comes up in 11% of 9 reviews · about the Brisbane average (14%)
This school 11% Brisbane 14%
Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it
0 of 3 former students who listed their arts activities did Drama / Theatre or Musical Theatre
Review What had the biggest impact
The biggest impact came from the extracurricular opportunities, especially in sports and performing arts. The music and drama programs were well-supported, giving students the chance to develop their talents. Some teachers were incredibly supportive and made a real difference in students’ learning and… Read all
The biggest impact came from the extracurricular opportunities, especially in sports and performing arts. The music and drama programs were well-supported, giving students the chance to develop their talents. Some teachers were incredibly supportive and made a real difference in students’ learning and personal growth. On the negative side, large class sizes sometimes made it difficult to get individual attention.
Ferny Grove State High School
Co-ed · State · Ferny Grove
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 1,800
Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.
Comes up in 33% of 3 reviews · 2.4× the Brisbane average (14%)
This school 33% Brisbane 14%
Of 1 comment: 1 speaks well of it
Review What had the biggest impact
Doing the drama class in grades 10-12 was very impactful as I learnt a lot, had a very fun time, and made many friends. Volleyball was also super fun in senior year.
Westside Christian College
Co-ed · Independent · Goodna
- Fees $11,724 a year (2026, Year 12, first child, all-in)
- Students 1,319
Thin evidenceOnly one mention so far. Treat it as one person’s view.
0 of 1 review so far mention it
Too few reviews to compare with other schools.
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