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The 40 best-fitting schools where people talk about service and leadership.

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  • Comments come from reviews by parents and former students, and from Open Day Reflections recorded at 2026 open days. Each one that mentions your priority counts once.
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  1. All Hallows' School

    Girls · Catholic · Fortitude Valley

    $23,485 a year (2026, Year 12)

    Service and leadership

    23 comments · 21 speak well of it

    Former student review: “It’s known for fostering well-rounded students with leadership opportunities, service programs, and a supportive environment.…”

    Read all 23 →
  2. Loreto College Coorparoo

    Girls · Catholic · Coorparoo

    $17,002 a year (2026, Year 12)

    Service and leadership

    3 comments · 3 speak well of it

    Languages teacher, Open Day Reflection: “You'll hear a lot about social justice […] We actually really do try to help…”

    Read all 3 →
  3. St Mary's College

    Girls · Catholic · Ipswich

    $7,275 a year (2026, Years 11-12, first student)

    Service and leadership

    5 comments · 4 speak well of it

    Parent review: “Our daughter has enjoyed the community service activities and a few of her teachers have…”

    Read all 5 →
  4. Forest Lake State High School

    Co-ed · State · Forest Lake

    No tuition fees (state school)

    Service and leadership

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

    “…Many parents get to know each other through school events, volunteer opportunities, and informal gatherings, which helps create a sense of community.”

    Parent review, 2025
    Read all 5 →
  5. Citipointe Christian College

    Co-ed · Independent · Carindale

    $16,164 a year (2026, Years 10-12, all-inclusive)

    Service and leadership

    6 comments · 4 speak well of it

    Former student review: “I was very prepared as Citipointe taught me servant leadership, how to navigate mature situations,…”

    Read all 6 →
  6. Centenary State High School

    Co-ed · State · Jindalee

    No tuition fees (state school)

    Service and leadership

    3 comments · 2 speak well of it

    “…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.”

    Former student review, 2025
    Read all 3 →
  7. Wavell State High School

    Co-ed · State · Wavell Heights

    No tuition fees (state school)

    Service and leadership

    3 comments · 3 speak well of it

    “…More importantly, the school placed a strong focus on character development through group projects, leadership roles, and community service opportunities.”

    Former student review, 2025
    Read all 3 →
  8. Anglican Church Grammar School

    Boys · Independent · East Brisbane

    $36,232 a year (2026, Years 11-12)

    Service and leadership

    12 comments · 8 speak well of it

    Student leader, Open Day Reflection: “One of the most valuable lessons I've learned is the importance of servant leadership in…”

    Read all 12 →
  9. Cannon Hill Anglican College

    Co-ed · Independent · Cannon Hill

    $21,456 a year (2026, Years 7-12, all-inclusive single tuition fee)

    Service and leadership

    7 comments · 4 speak well of it · 1 raises concerns

    Former student review: “I was a very enthusiastic member of the community and was music captain/ musician of…”

    Read all 7 →
  10. Northside Christian College

    Co-ed · Independent · Everton Park

    $14,855 a year (2026, Year 12, first child, all-in)

    Service and leadership

    7 comments · 4 speak well of it · 1 raises concerns

    Parent review: “The school is very safe even while being on a busy road, as the school…”

    Read all 7 →
  11. Craigslea State High School

    Co-ed · State · Chermside West

    No tuition fees (state school)

    Service and leadership

    8 comments · 5 speak well of it

    “…Craigslea also encouraged values like honesty, perseverance, and integrity through leadership programs, group work, and community involvement, helping me grow both academically and personally”

    Former student review, 2025
    Read all 8 →
  12. Carmel College

    Co-ed · Catholic · Thornlands

    $7,378 a year (2026, Years 10-12, eldest student)

    Service and leadership

    2 comments · 1 speaks well of it

    Former student review: “I was given an unexpected leadership position in grade 12 to fill the space, which…”

    Read all 2 →
  13. Victoria Point State High School

    Co-ed · State · Victoria Point

    No tuition fees (state school)

    Service and leadership

    1 comment · 1 speaks well of it

    “Leadership opportunities were the biggest impact on me as I had the great pleasure of being part of amazing teams.”

    Former student review, 2025
    Read it →
  14. West Moreton Anglican College

    Co-ed · Independent · Karrabin

    $16,936 a year (2026, Years 11-12 compulsory total, all-inclusive)

    Service and leadership

    2 comments · 2 speak well of it

    Parent review: “The school encourages parent involvement through events like social gatherings, fundraisers, and parent-teacher meetings, which…”

    Read all 2 →
  15. Brisbane Grammar School

    Boys · Independent · Spring Hill

    $37,960 a year (2026, Years 7-12)

    Service and leadership

    6 comments · 3 speak well of it

    Teacher, Open Day Reflection: “We do a lot here of outreach into the community as well.…”

    Read all 6 →
  16. Moreton Bay Boys' College

    Boys · Independent · Manly West

    $18,792 a year (2026, Years 11-12)

    Service and leadership

    4 comments · 4 speak well of it

    Student leader, Open Day Reflection: “College captain at a bigger school is a completely different thing […] Here, I genuinely…”

    Read all 4 →
  17. Mount Alvernia College

    Girls · Catholic · Kedron

    $14,164 a year (2026, Year 12)

    Service and leadership

    9 comments · 4 speak well of it

    Student leader, Open Day Reflection: “We have construction at the moment for this huge library […] My cohort was the…”

    Read all 9 →
  18. The Gap State High School

    Co-ed · State · The Gap

    No tuition fees (state school)

    Service and leadership

    2 comments · 2 speak well of it

    “…It also has great activities in classes such as APP and HPE where you can learn leadership skills and teamwork.”

    Former student review, 2025
    Read all 2 →
  19. Brigidine College

    Girls · Catholic · Indooroopilly

    $15,092 a year (2026, Year 12)

    Service and leadership

    3 comments · 1 speaks well of it

    Year 11 student, Open Day Reflection: “I [am in] a social justice group […] [called] Spirit, which happens at lunchtime each…”

    Read all 3 →
  20. Whites Hill State College

    Co-ed · State · Camp Hill

    No tuition fees (state school)

    Service and leadership

    1 comment · 1 speaks well of it

    “…Additionally, the school promoted character values and creativity through community service projects, like organizing charity events and participating in local environmental clean-ups.”

    Former student review, 2025
    Read it →
  21. Moreton Bay College

    Girls · Independent · Manly West

    $23,280 a year (2026, Years 11-12)

    Service and leadership

    5 comments · 3 speak well of it

    Student leader, Open Day Reflection: “On Friday we have [a house] service day, where we raise money for [each house's]…”

    Read all 5 →
  22. St Joseph’s College (Gregory Terrace)

    Boys · Catholic · Spring Hill

    $26,439 a year (2026, Years 7-12)

    Service and leadership

    8 comments · 4 speak well of it

    Teacher, Open Day Reflection: “I'm new here as well […] the service learning blows me away.…”

    Read all 8 →
  23. Lourdes Hill College

    Girls · Catholic · Hawthorne

    $16,000 a year (2026, Year 12)

    Service and leadership

    4 comments · 3 speak well of it

    Principal, Open Day Reflection: “Year 10 students came to us last year and wanted some information around women's health,…”

    Read all 4 →
  24. Queensland Academy for Science Mathematics and Technology

    Co-ed · State, competitive entry · Toowong

    No tuition fees (state school)

    Service and leadership

    11 comments · 3 speak well of it

    “…This meant that we were required to have creative hobbies (writing, art etc.), do activity (sports) and service (volunteering, charity work etc.) on top of school.”

    Former student review, 2025
    Read all 11 →
  25. Kenmore State High School

    Co-ed · State · Kenmore

    No tuition fees (state school)

    Service and leadership

    1 comment · 1 speaks well of it

    “Being a Prefect and also a part of the Tech Team was great in developing personal skills.”

    Former student review, 2025
    Read it →
  26. MacGregor State High School

    Co-ed · State · MacGregor

    No tuition fees (state school)

    Service and leadership

    3 comments · 2 speak well of it

    “…Occasionally we would do charitable events and dress up for gold coin donations”

    Former student review, 2025
    Read all 3 →
  27. Redlands College

    Co-ed · Independent · Wellington Point

    $11,620 a year (2026, Years 10-12, incl. camps, excursions, music and sport programs)

    Service and leadership

    3 comments · 1 speaks well of it

    Former student review: “There is a really cool fish tank in the marine science classroom and we can…”

    Read all 3 →
  28. St Aidan's Anglican Girls School

    Girls · Independent · Corinda

    $31,992 a year (2026, Years 7-12, all-inclusive)

    Service and leadership

    4 comments · 1 speaks well of it · 3 raise concerns

    Parent review: “Integrity, honesty and service are all sorely lacking at the school.…”

    Read all 4 →
  29. Indooroopilly State High School

    Co-ed · State · Indooroopilly

    No tuition fees (state school)

    Service and leadership

    8 comments · 5 speak well of it

    “…The school encouraged curiosity through science fairs, debating competitions, and community service projects.”

    Former student review, 2025
    Read all 8 →
  30. Hillbrook Anglican School

    Co-ed · Independent · Enoggera

    $19,900 a year (2026, Years 7-12, all-inclusive)

    Service and leadership

    5 comments · 2 speak well of it

    Head of Community programs, Open Day Reflection: “[In Year 10] we send them out to the community.…”

    Read all 5 →
  31. Iona College

    Boys · Catholic · Lindum

    $13,784 a year (2026, Years 5-12, single all-inclusive fee)

    Service and leadership

    4 comments · 2 speak well of it

    Student leader, Open Day Reflection: “When I think Iona should do something better, that's when the leadership team, like us…”

    Read all 4 →
  32. St Joseph's Nudgee College

    Boys · Catholic · Boondall

    $25,035 a year (2026, Year 12)

    Service and leadership

    3 comments · 2 speak well of it

    Year 12 student, Open Day Reflection: “I like the social justice activities […] cooking breakfast [for the] homeless.…”

    Read all 3 →
  33. Somerville House

    Girls · Independent · South Brisbane

    $31,872 a year (2026, Years 7-12 compulsory total, all-inclusive)

    Service and leadership

    1 comment · 1 speaks well of it

    Former student review: “very prepared for an intense degree like law at UQ, lots of public speaking and…”

    Read it →
  34. St Peters Lutheran College

    Co-ed · Independent · Indooroopilly

    $26,786 a year (2026, Years 10-12 day students)

    Service and leadership

    3 comments · 2 speak well of it

    Year 12 student, Open Day Reflection: “She's part of social justice, which is a committee within the school […] Debating […]…”

    Read all 3 →
  35. Genesis Christian College

    Co-ed · Independent · Bray Park

    $11,390 a year (2026, Year 12 first student)

    Service and leadership

    3 comments · 1 speaks well of it · 2 raise concerns

    Parent review: “But there is plenty of opportunities to build character through leadership opportunities and clubs before…”

    Read all 3 →
  36. St Rita's College

    Girls · Catholic · Clayfield

    $16,685 a year (2026, Year 12, revised July 2026 schedule)

    Service and leadership

    3 comments · 1 speaks well of it

    Parent review: “There is plenty of volunteering opportunities for parents on weekly basis which helps to engage…”

    Read all 3 →
  37. Brisbane Boys' College

    Boys · Independent · Toowong

    $36,492 a year (2026, Years 7-12)

    Service and leadership

    5 comments · 1 speaks well of it

    Student leader, Open Day Reflection: “In Grade 10, one of the boys [in our group] was facing some [hard times],…”

    Read all 5 →
  38. Mt Maria College

    Co-ed · Catholic · Mitchelton

    $9,805 a year (2026, Years 10-12, first student)

    Service and leadership

    2 comments · 1 speaks well of it

    Year 12 student, Open Day Reflection: “Rosie's is just for Year 12s, because it's a bit more confronting on the streets…”

    Read all 2 →
  39. Padua College

    Boys · Catholic · Kedron

    $14,945 a year (2026, Year 12, all-in)

    Service and leadership

    5 comments · 1 speaks well of it

    Year 11 student, Open Day Reflection: “[In] 11 and 12 […] there's a requirement of 20 service hours per year […]…”

    Read all 5 →
  40. St James College

    Co-ed · Catholic · Spring Hill

    $10,500 a year (2026, Years 7-12, first student)

    Service and leadership

    3 comments · 1 speaks well of it

    Student leader, Open Day Reflection: “I've been given the opportunity to step into leadership and push myself outside my comfort…”

    Read all 3 →

Reviews come from parents and former students whose link to the school we've checked. Open Day Reflections come from our visits to 2026 open days and reflect the school's own voice, so read them alongside the reviews. How reviews work · Search everything people said