Mountain Creek State High School overview

Mountain Creek SHS is situated four kilometres inland from the Sunshine Coast’s Mooloolaba beach and close to the famous Australia Zoo. Mountain Creek SHS is one of the largest high schools in Queensland and has accreditation with the Council of International Schools.

The school is also authorised to teach the International Baccalaureate Diploma. International students have the choice of an extensive range of subjects, a dynamic learning environment and access to a unique coastal lifestyle.

3 reasons to choose mountain creek state high school

• Dynamic and innovative learning environment offering a extensive range of academic and practical subjects
• Embraces the cultural diversity and global perspective of education
• Safe and caring environment offering a network of guidance and support

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

• International Baccalaureate Diploma
• Year 10 International Baccalaureate Diploma Preparation Course
• Programs of excellence in rugby league and surf lifesaving
• Programs of distinction in the arts

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• Debating and public speaking
• Vocal group and choir
• Orchestra and music ensembles
• Dance company
• Community service
• Curriculum related camps & excursions
• Overseas study tours to such places as Vietnam, Greece. Chile, Italy and Fiji

languages

• Japanese
• Spanish

SCHOOL FACILITIES

• Sports stadium, pool and sports fields
• Performing arts theatre, dance studios
• Computer and science laboratories
• Student services building
• Computer graphics facilities
• Specialist Music rooms
• Specialist Hospitality rooms

tertiary pathways

• University of the Sunshine Coast – Head Start Program
• QUT – Start Program
• Griffith University – Guest Program
• TAFE courses, traineeships & apprenticeships

AWARDS

• National Champions Basketball Division 2, 2007
• National Champions Volleyball Division 2, 2006
• State Champions in Basketball and Volleyball, 2007
• State Champions Senior Boys Volleyball 2006
• State Champions Junior Schools Volleyball 2006
• Year 10 Rugby League State Champions 2006
• Winner Senior Sunshine Coast Dance Eisteddfod
• Finalist QDU Debating in Brisbane, 2007
• Outstanding National Achievement by a Principal Award 2005
• BIEC Outstanding Accomplishment Award 2004 to Head of Science Department for Commitment to Environmental Issues in the School and Local Community
• Gold Medal 2005 – Under 19 Year Olds National Surfboat Competition
• National and regional mathematics, science, chemistry, English and computing competitions award winners
• Water Polo State Champions 2005

other highlights

• Split shift timetable
• Full time ESL support
• Additional maths and science tutoring
• Weekly international student care meetings
• University within five km of the school
• Extensive pastoral care infrastructure

Contact our team for free to study at Australian schools.