Whites Hill State College

School overview

Whites Hill SC, located in spacious grounds just eight kilometres from Brisbane CBD, presents excellent opportunities for students to gain a truly international experience. Being part of only 870 students from preschool to Year 12, students quickly integrate into a close knit and small community.

With a strong history of international student participation, WHSC offers excellent opportunities for an Australian immersion experience within a rigorous academic environment. The College’s strong ties to Griffith University and other tertiary institutions presents students with excellent opportunities for further study.

The College’s curriculum is enhanced by a range of extra curricular activities including excursions, music and sport. Whites Hill SC is also home to the High School Preparation Program (HSP). This means the College is the gateway for English for International students on the southside of Brisbane. Consequently students gain excellent support from the expertise of staff in this Centre.

3 reasons to choose whites hill state college

• Offers seamless schooling from preschool through to Year 12 to nurture all stages of an individual’s development
• Promotes a quiet and effective learning environment enhanced by small year level groupings
• Opportunities for full inclusion in the College life for both international and domestic students

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

• Inquiry based curriculum that helps students to develop problem solving through investigative approach
• Specialist trained international student mentors to facilitate school integration
• Middle schooling program that caters for students from Years 6 – 9
• 3 year senior program in Years 10 to 12

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• Sporting and performing arts program
• Excursions and annual camps
• Development centre for Gateway District rugby
• School competitions

languages

• Japanese from prep to Year 12
• Spanish to commence in 2009

SCHOOL FACILITIES

• Swimming pool
• Four basketball courts
• Four tennis courts
• Four large ovals
• 1000 seat school hall
• State-of-the-art computer network
• Excellent vocational education facilities
• Multimedia rooms
• College resource centre

tertiary pathways

• Tertiary parthway with Griffith University and TAFE institutions
• Professional development partnership for teachers with Griffith University

other highlights

• Close proximity to major transport and shopping centres
• Extensive homestay provision
• Overseas travel program
• Cultural events and recognition day
• Multicultural teaching staff
• Strong community support from local businesses, parents and broader community
• High academic standards and expectations
• Wholistic education encompassing academic, emotional, social, behavioural and uniform policy
• Computer pods with lunchtime access for international students

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