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Wavell State High School
Co-ed · State · Wavell Heights
- Fees No tuition fees (state school)
- Students 1,527
Some evidence5 people mention it. Worth reading what they said.
Comes up in 100% of 5 reviews · about the Brisbane average (89%)
This school 100% Brisbane 89%
Of 10 comments: 6 speak well of it · 1 mixed · 1 raises concerns
Review Camps and excursions
My favourite memory from a school camp was the night we sat around the campfire, sharing stories and laughing under the stars. It was a moment where students from different grades and backgrounds came together, and for once, there were no cliques or pressure—just a genuine sense of connection.
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Review Something only students would know
Something only students would know about our school is that the vending machine in the corner of the library building always gave out two snacks instead of one if you pressed the buttons a certain way. It became a fun little secret passed down through the grades, and even though everyone knew it wasn’t supposed to happen, it felt like a harmless student "hack" that brought a bit of excitement to the day.
Review Camps and excursions
Favorite memory from a school excursion was going to QPAC and watching Frozen the Musical. Wasn't meant to go as it was for the drama excellence kids but got a ticket because some students couldn't go. A bit spontaneous, but it was fun.
Review Something only students would know
There wasn't anything that only wavell students would know as the wavell students were not close at all and was a school full of cliques. A very disconnected community of people with the school not really holding anything that encourages connection among the whole community.
Review What had the biggest impact
One of the most impactful aspects of my school experience was the support and encouragement I received from certain teachers who truly believed in me. Their guidance helped me build confidence, especially during challenging times. A specific program that stood out was the science club, where I was able to explore my curiosity beyond the classroom and work on creative projects with others who shared my interests.
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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