Craigslea State High School overview

Five key aspects which underpin our curriculum are learning, respect, safety, people and partnerships. These distinct qualities are embedded in our everyday practices, ensuring all members of our school community are active citizens
in a global society. Learning at Craigslea SHS takes place in a safe, supportive and disciplined environment.

We have taught some of Australia’s most gifted students, who have excelled in academic studies (where a University pathway is guaranteed) in sports (where students have represented their country at the highest level), and in cultural
achievements highly respected both locally and internationally.

3 reasons to choose craigslea state high school

• Craigslea has a strong academic heritage incorporated into a culturally diverse school with dynamic links to the community and well established links to all tertiary sectors
• A centrally located campus close to the city, with easy access to both the Sunshine and Gold Coasts
• World class Volleyball programs from which State, National and Olympic teams are selected

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

• Leading science programs including robotics and viticulture
• Schools of excellence in sport and music (both junior and senior)
• Drama
• Orchestral and choral productions
• Student representative council
• Subject tutorials and ESL support
• Independent Learning Centre Program

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• Cultural & Sporting excursions Interstate & Overseas
• Debating, School Musical languages • German • Japanese

SCHOOL FACILITIES

• State-of-the-art 204 seat auditorium
• Commercial kitchens
• Swimming pool and sports centre, including two beach volleyball courts
• Dance studios
• Film and television studio
• Technology and resource centre tertiary path ways
• 100% of students who applied successfully gained their first choice at university
• University subjects in engineering, psychology, business and science accessed by students in the senior school

AWARDS

• Highest award for a science student in the State (Peter Doherty Award)
• Silver and Bronze awards in National Business Competition
• Silver and Bronze awards for orchestra at international competition
• Consistent winners in annual Rising Chefs of the Future competition
• Finalist in Aerobic competitions and Rock Eisteddfod
• Champion Queensland Volleyball school in national titles
• Staff have received Australia Day accolades for their contribution to education
• Student scholarships for various university courses, locally and nationally other highlights
• Successful candidate for Council of International Schools Accreditation

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