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  1. Forest Lake State High School

    Co-ed · State · Forest Lake

    • Fees No tuition fees (state school)
    • Students 1,685

    Some evidence4 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.

    Comes up in 100% of 4 reviews · 4.3× the Brisbane average (23%)

    This school 100% Brisbane 23%

    Of 5 comments: 2 speak well of it · 1 raises concerns

    Review The parent community

    Yes, there is definitely a close-knit community of parents at Forest Lake. Many parents get to know each other through school events, volunteer opportunities, and informal gatherings, which helps create a sense of community. While some families are more independent, I’ve found that most parents enjoy connecting and supporting each other in a friendly, welcoming environment.

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    Review The parent community

    Yes, there’s definitely a close-knit community of parents at the school. Many parents know each other through events, volunteer opportunities, and just regular interactions at drop-off or pick-up times. While some parents are more independent, there’s a strong sense of support and connection among those who actively get involved.

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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