Compare Moderate-level SEN International Schools in Brisbane, Australia

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in English

Ages 5 - 18 years

Pupils 1890

Type Boys School, Boys School (boarding)

Anglican Church Grammar School, known as Churchie, is a boys' day and boarding school in Brisbane serving ages 5 to 18. It delivers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme and Diploma Programme alongside the Australian Curriculum, guiding students from early years through senior secondary. In Years 7–10, learning follows the Australian Curriculum within a Churchie context, with core subjects English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Health and Physical Education, and Modern Languages (Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish or French). Year 9 offers electives such as Geography, Engineering, Advanced Science, Digital Solutions, Film, Television and New Media, and Philosophy and Critical Reasoning. Year 11–12 provides three pathways: Queensland Certificate of Education/ATAR, the IB Diploma Programme, and a Vocational Education and Training pathway (Certificate IV in Fitness; Diploma of Business). The 22-hectare campus features the Centenary Library, a 250-seat theatre, a modern sports complex, 10 turf fields, an aquatics centre, a seven-court tennis centre and a rowing facility, plus Morris Hall for music, drama and art.

Location

Oaklands Parade, East Brisbane, Queensland 4169, Australia. The 22-hectare campus is in the heart of Brisbane, minutes from the CBD.

Stages

Preparatory School (Reception to Year 6) and Senior School (Years 7 to 12). Boarding is available for Years 7 to 12.

Type

Anglican, day and boarding school for boys.

Additional learning support

Inclusive learning with in-class and small-group support, delivered within regular classes. Teacher aides are available for Education Adjustment Programme (EAP) students, and Study Hub provides additional academic support.

Religious affiliation

Anglican

School day structure

The School day runs on weekdays from 8:25 am to 3:05 pm. Pastoral Care is 8:25–8:40; Period 1 8:45–9:35; Morning Tea 10:30–10:50; Lunch 12:35–1:20; Period 6 2:15–3:05.

Bus service

Bus services operate with School Marshals supervising morning and afternoon arrivals/departures on Oaklands Parade. Public transport is available via the TransLink school service finder, and contracted charter services are provided by Mount Gravatt Coach and Travel, Transdev Brisbane, and Sunstate Charters.

Application and enrolment fees

- Application fee (non-refundable): AUD 590.
- Enrolment confirmation fee (non-refundable): Australian residents AUD 2,150; international students AUD 3,300. The confirmation fee is not deducted from tuition and is refundable only in the event of visa refusal for international students.
- Advance fee (non-refundable, credited toward first term's tuition): AUD 3,000 (applies to resident schedules where specified).

Tuition fees — Domestic (Australian residents) by year group (2026 schedule) — per year and per term

- Prep School (Reception – Year 6):
- Tuition per annum: AUD 28,680.
- Tuition per term (four terms): AUD 7,170.
- Discount if paid annually in advance: AUD 860 (applies to the tuition figure shown).
- Building Fund Levy (annual): AUD 1,115.
- Camps and excursions (paid with Term 1 fees) — indicative amounts by year: Reception AUD 150; Year 1 AUD 140; Year 2 AUD 370; Year 3 AUD 370; Year 4 AUD 500; Year 5 AUD 550; Year 6 AUD 670.
- Prep tablet levy (Years 3–6): AUD 1,050 (where applicable).
- Stationery pack amounts vary by year (examples): Reception AUD 140; Year 1 AUD 185; Year 2 AUD 286; Year 3 AUD 331; Year 4 AUD 312; Year 5 AUD 273; Year 6 AUD 263.

- Senior School (Years 7 – 12), day students:
- Tuition per annum: AUD 33,720.
- Tuition per term (four terms): AUD 8,430.
- Discount if paid annually in advance: AUD 1,012 (applies to the tuition figure shown).
- Book rental levy (annual): AUD 242.
- Building Fund Levy (annual): AUD 1,115.
- Technology levy (tablet programme) (annual): AUD 1,155.
- Outdoor Education levy (day students) — examples by year: Year 7 AUD 450; Year 8 AUD 520; Year 9 AUD 620; Year 10 AUD 1,335.
- Stationery pack (Year 7 example): AUD 286.

- Senior School boarding (Years 7 – 12), domestic boarding fees:
- Tuition per annum (boarding students): AUD 33,720 (tuition component).
- Boarding fees per annum (residents): AUD 31,956.
- Boarding fees per term (four terms): AUD 7,989.
- Discount if boarding fees are paid annually in advance: AUD 959 (applied to boarding fees where the annual-in-advance option is used).
- Book rental levy (annual): AUD 242; Building Fund Levy (annual): AUD 1,115.
- Outdoor Education levy (boarding students) — examples by year: Year 7 AUD 370; Year 8 AUD 445; Year 9 AUD 460; Year 10 AUD 1,035.
- Boarding sibling discounts (applied to boarding fees only): 10% for second son, 25% for third and subsequent sons.

Tuition fees — International students (2026 schedule) — per semester, per annum and per term equivalents

- Billing structure: for international enrolments a semester is one study period and the initial tuition is billed per semester; one term is half a study period. Per-semester and per-annum figures are provided below; per-term equivalents (four terms per year) are shown as the per annum divided by four.
- Reception–Year 2: Per semester AUD 22,175; Per annum AUD 44,350; Per term equivalent AUD 11,087.50.
- Years 3–6: Per semester AUD 22,700; Per annum AUD 45,400; Per term equivalent AUD 11,350.00.
- Years 7–10: Per semester AUD 27,441; Per annum AUD 54,882; Per term equivalent AUD 13,720.50.
- Years 11–12: Per semester AUD 26,774; Per annum AUD 53,547; Per term equivalent AUD 13,386.75.
- Compulsory non-tuition fees for international students are itemised per semester and per annum (examples): R–6 non-tuition per annum AUD 1,642; Years 7–10 non-tuition per annum AUD 1,065; Years 11–12 non-tuition per annum AUD 2,275. Boarding non-tuition figures for international boarders are shown separately in those schedules.
- Additional compulsory charges for international students include the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) senior-assessment service fee (example cited at AUD 855.74 per annum for eligible students) and Overseas Student Health Cover (approximately AUD 651 per annum). International billing uses semester invoicing dates and payment due dates as published by the School.

Billing schedule and payment terms (domestic schedule examples for 2026)

- Account options: annual (one full advanced payment), termly (four equal payments) or monthly (eleven instalments by direct debit). Annual payments must be made by the published annual due date to be eligible for the annual-in-advance discount.
- Domestic payment due dates published for 2026 (examples used for invoicing):
- Annual due date (to be eligible for discount): 27 January 2026.
- Termly due dates: Term 1 — 27 January 2026; Term 2 — 21 April 2026; Term 3 — 14 July 2026; Term 4 — 6 October 2026.
- Monthly option: 11 instalments by direct debit, due on the 10th of each month (January to November).
- For international students, invoices are planned per semester with specific invoice issue and payment due dates (for example: Semester 1 invoice issue mid-November with a payment due end-December; Semester 2 invoice issue early April with payment due end-April). Initial international tuition is billed per semester.

Methods of payment and surcharges

- Accepted payment methods: BPAY; online payments; direct debit; credit card (Visa, MasterCard and American Express accepted). Diners is not accepted for international card payments.
- Credit card surcharge: 1.0% applies to credit card payments (noted as applicable to all card types where surcharge applies).
- Third-party payment/loan partners may be available; the School also lists a third-party fee-payment partner relationship on fee-payment information. Families may use the payment channels and plans available through the School's accounts/finance arrangements.

Other compulsory and optional costs

- Building Fund Levy (annual): AUD 1,115 (applies to listed year groups).
- Book rental levy (annual for Senior students): AUD 242.
- Technology levy (tablet programme for Years 7–12): AUD 1,155 per annum.
- Outdoor Education levies and year-level camps/curriculum tours vary by year and are charged in addition to tuition where listed; many mandatory camp charges are billed with Term 1 fees.
- Optional/additional charges (examples): music tuition, private instrumental lessons, AMEB exam fees, cocurricular sporting camps and tours, overseas tours, instrument hire, optional after-school care; these are charged in addition to the compulsory tuition and non-tuition fees.
- Boarding-specific additional levies: boarders' support group levy (example AUD 150 per family for international boarders) and any recreational activity, pharmaceutical or travel costs for boarders.

Refunds, withdrawal and late-payment terms

- Confirmation and advance fees are non-refundable except where specifically stated (for example, the international confirmation fee is refundable in the case of visa refusal). The advance fee is non-refundable but will be credited toward the first term's tuition where applicable.
- Notice of withdrawal: ONE FULL TERM'S WRITTEN NOTICE to the Director of Admissions is required to avoid being charged a full term's fees in lieu of notice (this applies to tuition and boarding where relevant). If notice is not provided in the required timeframe, a term's fee in lieu of notice will be charged.
- Late payments: the School may charge a late payment fee or withhold a student's place at the start of a study period where fees remain unpaid. For international students, enrolment and continuation of study can be affected by unpaid fees.

Key points to note for budgeting

- Tuition figures are headline annual tuition; many items (levies, camps, technology, stationery, excursions, book rental and some curriculum tours) are additional and billed either with Term 1 or as specified per study period.
- Boarding adds a significant annual charge (domestic boarding example AUD 31,956 per annum) on top of tuition and levies; sibling discounts apply only to boarding fees as noted.
- International students are invoiced per semester; compulsory non-tuition and third-party (e.g., QCAA) and health-insurance obligations add to the total cost.

Boarding Arrangements

Boarders live in two main residences, Goodwin House and Gerald House, with an additional Year 7 centre. The residential buildings provide individual rooms with ample privacy, shared common spaces and study areas, and boarders can access the 22-hectare campus and all sporting, recreation and learning facilities, including Norman Creek. A health and wellness centre is staffed around the clock, and meals are prepared by chefs in a self-service dining hall with a menu that includes continental and hot breakfasts and theme nights.

Uniform Requirement

The School has a strict dress code featuring Blues for everyday wear and Whites for evenings and formal occasions. All uniform items are available for purchase from the Churchie Shop located on campus.

Food Options

The self-service dining hall offers a range of meals with options for various dietary needs, including full continental breakfasts or hot breakfasts, and themed nights with diverse cuisines; meals are prepared by chefs.

House System

Churchie uses a house system with multiple houses across Prep and Senior Schools, including Angles, Danes, Jutes and Saxons in the Prep School and Grenfell, Kingsley, Magnus and Nansen in the Senior School (with additional houses such as Biggs, Casey, Hillary, Mawson, etc.). Boarders are associated with houses such as Gerald and Goodwin, and two boarding houses Donaldson and Strong existed in the past. The house system supports pastoral care and inter-house competition.

Governance and Ownership

Churchie is a Diocesan-owned school; the governing body is the Diocesan Council, with a School Council and sub-committees for Facilities, Finance and Funding; Curriculum, Culture and Communications; Oaklands Child Care and Kindergarten management; and Investment Advisory activity.

Curriculum

In Years 7 to 10, the curriculum is delivered based on the Australian Curriculum within a Churchie context. Core subjects in Years 7 to 9 include English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Health and Physical Education, and Modern Languages (Japanese, Mandarin, Spanish or French). In Years 7 to 9, Design Technology, Visual and Media Arts, Music and Drama are taught as semester units; Year 9 offers electives such as Geography, Engineering, Advanced Science, Digital Solutions, Film, Television and New Media, and Philosophy and Critical Reasoning, with students selecting four electives. Year 10 builds on foundations to prepare for Years 11 and 12 with core subjects English, Mathematics, Science, History, Religious Education and A Learner's Toolkit, plus a wide range of electives. For Years 11 and 12, there are three senior pathways: Queensland Certificate of Education/ATAR, the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, and a Vocational Education and Training pathway; QCE/ATAR derives from the Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority, the IB pathway uses six IB subjects with core components, and the VET pathway provides applied courses including Certificate IV in Fitness and Diploma of Business.

Exam Results

Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) results for 2025 show three students achieved the maximum ATAR of 99.95, 55% achieved ATAR above 90, the median ATAR was 90.85 and 100% of students received the QCE. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme results include a top IB score of 44 out of 45, an average of 33 out of 45, 26 Merits, and 100% of IB students earning the Diploma.

Higher Education Progression

Churchie's senior curriculum offers two major tertiary matriculation pathways: the Queensland Certificate of Education/ATAR and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme, with a Vocational Education pathway also available. The QCE/ATAR pathway uses Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority syllabuses and yields an ATAR for university admission. The IB Diploma Programme provides a Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) rank, equivalent to ATAR, for university admission. The VET pathway offers applied subjects that may carry ATAR-equivalent scores depending on subject selection.

Gifted and Talented

The Aquila gifted and talented programme is integrated in the Senior School. The Years 7 to 9 Scholars Programme offers extension opportunities and events such as the Big Science Competition, the Computational Algorithmic Thinking Competition, the Australian Geography Competition and the Australian History Competition, with weekly meetings for extension in Maths, Computing and Philosophy. The Aquila programme includes year-long extensions, short-term projects, ability grouping in some subjects, and entry into individual and team competitions, with masterclasses from university and industry specialists and a broad range of extension activities such as the Churchie Maths Challenge and the World Scholar's Cup.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Churchie delivers a tailored wellbeing curriculum for Years 7–12 built around four pillars: wellbeing and personal growth; character and identity; personal development; health and relationships. The wellbeing curriculum is accessible via the Pastoral tile on myChurchie. Prep School Guidance Counsellor Susie Hill and Educational Psychologists Lisa Andersen and Freya Young work with teachers and parents to support student wellbeing and mental health, providing both one‑on‑one and group sessions. They run stress‑management, sleep and online-safety sessions, and assist Year 7 transitions and boarding life. Viking Stride is a wellbeing initiative promoting movement, social connection and mental wellbeing. Stymie provides a confidential anonymous platform for students to report concerns about safety or wellbeing.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Learning support uses an inclusive model. Prep School offers a mix of in‑class and external small‑group support, and Senior School supports students within regular classes; Study Hub and other academic support opportunities are provided on a complimentary basis. For students verified through the Education Adjustment Programme (EAP), teacher aides are available for some classes. The School participates in the Nationally Consistent Collection of Data (NCCD) to tailor support for students with physical, cognitive, sensory or social‑emotional needs.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

The School has an EALD Specialist for the Preparatory School (Reception to Year 6) to maximise the academic achievement of English as an Additional Language students through targeted teaching and a whole‑school approach. The EALD Specialist provides professional development for staff, advocates for EALD students and families, conducts assessments of English language acquisition, and plans appropriate interventions. The role supports an inclusive, nurturing environment and uses a flexible range of teaching strategies and technology to support learning. The Senior School offers language study up to Year 9 in Mandarin Chinese, Spanish, French or Japanese and students may continue their language study into the senior years.

Mental Wellbeing

The wellbeing curriculum for Years 7–12 focuses on four pillars: wellbeing and personal growth; character and identity; personal development; and health and relationships. Student wellbeing is central, and information about the curriculum is available via the Pastoral tile on myChurchie. The International Student Handbook confirms the four pillars and emphasizes a safe, caring environment with Student Protection Officers as welfare contacts. The handbook also outlines welfare and safety requirements under ESOS and the National Code and describes related policies (privacy, anti‑bullying, etc.).

Safeguarding

Churchie commits to child safety and wellbeing under Queensland's 10 Child Safe Standards and the Universal Principle, and provides exceptional pastoral care. It maintains the Child Safe Anglican Education Policy and related safeguarding procedures, including Child Safe Advocates. There are designated Student Protection Officers and clear pathways for reporting concerns, including a process for complaints of child sexual abuse or misconduct. Policies cover Code of Conduct, Privacy, Anti‑Bullying and related safeguarding matters, with established reporting and continuous improvement processes.

History

Churchie's rich history and longstanding traditions date back to 1912 when William Perry French Morris founded the school at Toowong, before relocating to the present site in East Brisbane in 1918. In early 1913 the school's name was changed to The Cathedral School following a move to new premises at St John's Cathedral in the city where 33 boys finished the year. Numbers grew and in 1916, with an enrolment of 106 students, the name changed to Church of England Grammar School, and land was purchased to build the new school; the foundation stone was laid in 1917 on the site where Churchie stands today. The Churchie Archive records the school's beginnings in 1912 as St Magnus Hall Collegiate School for Boys, with just three students, and traces the evolution to Anglican Church Grammar School.

Community

Churchie's community is built around active parental involvement through the Churchie Parents Advisory Association (CPAA), which provides representation across the Prep and Senior Schools, the boarding community and the support groups; the CPAA executive committee is comprised of nominated representatives from parents across the School. Parent Connect is the school-wide parent community support group focused on nurturing the fun and family-centric side of school life. Parent Connect manages volunteer groups and services such as the Viking Café and Prep School tuckshop, Community Cookers, Uniform Shop, Meals on Wheels, Chapel Flowers and the Community Chorale, and there are multiple support groups that foster parent participation, build team spirit and drive fundraising and events.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Churchie Parents Advisory Association (CPAA) has been formed to provide representation across all domains of the School including the Prep and Senior Schools, the boarding community and the support groups; the executive committee is comprised of nominated representatives from parents across the School. Parent Connect is the school-wide parent community support group focused on nurturing the fun and family-centric side of school life. Parent Connect volunteers operate the Viking Café and Prep School tuckshop, the Uniform Shop, Meals on Wheels, Chapel Flowers and the Community Chorale. Support Groups focus on Friendraising, Encouraging student participation, Volunteering, Fundraising and Event organisation.

Facilities Overview

The school sits on a 22-hectare campus in the heart of Brisbane, with all academic and sporting facilities located on or near the main campus and abundant green spaces. The Centenary Library is the heart of learning, bringing together seven Churchie departments and offering a 250-seat lecture theatre and an on-site café. JB Adams Library serves Reception to Year 6 with flexible learning spaces and hosts literacy events and author visits. Cocurricular facilities include a modern sports complex with a strength and conditioning centre, 10 turf fields, an aquatics centre with three heated pools, a seven-court tennis centre and a rowing facility overlooking the Brisbane River; Morris Hall hosts music, drama and art productions.

Sports Facilities

The cocurricular facilities include a modern sports complex with two full-size courts and a strength and conditioning centre for basketball, volleyball and physical education. The site features 10 turf sports fields, an aquatics centre with three heated pools, a tennis centre with seven courts and a state-of-the-art rowing facility overlooking the Brisbane River. The Main Oval and other venues form a comprehensive athletic precinct to support a broad range of on-site activities.

Academic Facilities

The Centenary Library brings together seven Churchie departments, including the Senior School Library, Student Services, Churchie IT, Learning Support, Mawson House, Churchie Archives and a research centre. It offers six classrooms, 10 small group rooms, two outdoor learning environments and two video conference rooms, plus more than 80 learning places and a 250-seat lecture theatre. The Centenary Library also contains The Arches café and features extended opening hours and a 23‑strong staff. JB Adams Library serves Reception to Year 6 with flexible learning spaces and hosts events such as author visits and literacy challenges. The Churchie Research Centre supports applied educational research in partnership with universities.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Morris Hall hosts music, drama and art productions for students. The JB Adams Library hosts events such as author visits, National Simultaneous Storytime, Book Week, Premier's Reading Challenge and Indigenous Literacy Foundation events. Outdoor spaces provide seating, barbecues and table tennis for social and extracurricular use. The Arches café and Viking Café provide on-campus dining that supports social and extracurricular life on campus.

Academic & Intellectual

The school runs the Aquila gifted and talented program, offering extension activities and competitions. It hosts extension opportunities and competitions such as the Churchie Maths Challenge, the Churchie Humanities Challenge and the Churchie Literature Challenge. There are major academic competitions across science, mathematics, geography and history including the Big Science Competition, the Computational Algorithmic Thinking Competition, the Australian Geography Competition and the Australian History Competition. World Scholar's Cup and the Da Vinci Decathlon provide cross-school academic challenges for students.

Arts & Creative

Drama and Music are cocurricular and provide opportunities to participate in school productions and ensembles. Stage Crew supports productions and technical aspects of performances as part of cocurricular life. The churchie emerging art prize is part of Churchie's arts activities, showcasing emerging artists. Coeducational collaborations occur in music, drama and stagecraft with neighbouring schools for extended productions.

Cultural & Language

World Scholar's Cup and the Da Vinci Decathlon are extension programmes that bring together students from Churchie and other schools for collaborative academic challenges. International language study takes place in coeducational settings, with students and visiting peers from sister schools engaging in language study. These international and intercultural activities are integrated into Churchie's cocurricular and extension offerings.

Social & Hobbies

Interhouse competitions and carnivals run across the cocurricular programme, providing diverse social and competitive opportunities. Social sport fixtures with girls' schools, such as touch football and netball, foster interaction between Churchie and partner schools. Dances occur twice a year and Senior Formal and the Churchie Ball are major social events for students and their partners.

Community & Service

Service activities run throughout the year and include events like the Sony Camp, where Churchie boys and St Margaret's girls work together to support students with disabilities. Year 9 programmes include cadets and service activities such as local land restoration, visits to aged-care homes and toy manufacture for disadvantaged children. Participation in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award is available to recognise leadership and service achievements.

Leadership & Professional

The Year 9 Personal Development and Leadership programme engages Year 9 boys in leadership and development experiences, with weekly cadet or service activities and opportunities to earn the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award. Years 11 and 12 leadership development is delivered through the pastoral curriculum and outdoor education, with senior students mentoring younger peers and taking on duties within their house and the School. These programs build leadership capacity across the student body.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Outdoor Education forms an integral part of the curriculum, immersing students in annual expeditions and experiences in nature, with the philosophy of learning by doing. The programmes are developed from Years 6 to 10 to build self‑reliance, interdependence and leadership, while emphasising environmental stewardship. The Vision Valley Residential Programme for Year 9, run in partnership with Pymble Ladies' College, provides a four-week coeducational experience focused on personal growth and teamwork. Students also participate in cocurricular sports including rowing, rugby, cross country, swimming, track and field, tennis, volleyball and water polo.

Admissions

Step 1: Availability and timeline. Churchie is currently at capacity and not accepting applications for entry in 2026. For entry in any year within the next three years, contact Churchie Admissions prior to submitting an application. Step 2: Determine the correct entry year. The main intake years are Reception (Prep), Year 3, Year 5 and Year 7, and an entry-year calculator is used to determine when a son would commence. Step 3: Prepare your documents. You will need a digital copy of your son's birth certificate and credit card details, and Chrome or Safari are the recommended browsers for online enrolment. Step 4: Complete the online application. Applications can be made at any time from birth, places are limited, and wait lists are prioritised in order of application. Step 5: Enrolment assistance. If you have questions, contact Churchie Admissions by phone or email for guidance.

Scholarships

Academic Scholarships provide partial remission of tuition fees from Year 7 or later, subject to a semester review, and are awarded based on scholarship testing results, prior academic records and an interview with the Headmaster or delegate; tests can be sat in Years 5 to 10, with the earliest scholarships beginning in Year 7. Sporting Excellence Scholarships offer up to 100 percent remission of fees from Year 7 or above to graduation, awarded to students with exceptional commitment to sport and alignment with Churchie's four tenets; expressions of interest are invited via a form. Music Excellence Scholarships are available for instrumentalists meeting AMEB level requirements and provide fee remission through to Year 12; entry is competitive and based on audition, academic test results and interview, with specific audition requirements and dates published; Chorister Scholarships offer part remission of tuition fees for boys joining the St John's Cathedral Choristers from Year 5 to Year 8. For enquiries, contact Churchie Admissions.

Waitlist

Wait lists exist for entry; places are limited and wait lists are prioritised in order of application. Early application is recommended to secure a place.

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John Paul College

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Fees A$28,933 - 32,890

John Paul College is an independent co-educational day and boarding school on 33 hectares of native bushland in Daisy Hill. It delivers the Australian Curriculum from Kindergarten to Year 12, with Primary units of inquiry that foster curiosity and interdisciplinary thinking, and Secondary Years 7–10 offering broad electives to shape a personalised senior pathway from Year 11 to 12. The senior program provides about 37 subjects across QCAA, VET and TAFE routes, and a Diverse Learning Program supports inclusive education with specialist teachers; the Accelerate Excel program offers enrichment within a differentiated classroom. Digital learning is embedded, with Years 4–12 receiving personal notebook computers, Year 3 using iPads, and a campus-wide network with cybersecurity safeguards. Facilities include the Noelene Munns Learning Centre, the Dame Joan Sutherland Music Centre with the Stephen Bean Theatre, the Coleman Centre, and the Stephen Paul Aquatic Centre. The college runs extensive co-curriculars, language offerings in Spanish and Chinese, and international exchanges with Japan and New Zealand.

Location

The school is located in Daisy Hill, Logan, south of Brisbane. The 33-hectare campus sits on John Paul Drive, Daisy Hill 4127. Brisbane's CBD is about a 20-minute drive via the Pacific Motorway, and a dedicated JPC bus network provides access to the campus. The campus features purpose-built facilities to support its K-12 program.

Stages

K-12 co-educational

Type

Independent co-educational day and boarding school

Pupil Nationality Mix

The College hosts students from over 44 nationalities.

Additional learning support

Strong pastoral care and wellbeing support, with an Academic Welfare program and comprehensive student wellbeing provisions.

Religious affiliation

Christian Ecumenical

School day structure

The school day runs 8:00am–4:15pm, Monday to Friday.

Bus service

Dedicated JPC bus network provides access to the Daisy Hill campus.

Application and Confirmation Fees

- Domestic application fee: AUD 250.00 (non‑refundable).
- Domestic Confirmation of Enrolment fee: AUD 750.00 (non‑refundable; required to accept an offered place).
- International (JPIC) application fee: AUD 475.00 (non‑refundable).
- International (JPIC) enrolment confirmation fee: AUD 1,050.00 (one‑off).

Tuition fees — by year group (annual and per term where an annual amount is published)

- International students (John Paul International College — 2026 fee schedule):
- Prep – Year 6: AUD 28,933.00 per year (equivalent to AUD 7,233.25 per term).
- Years 7–10: AUD 32,324.00 per year (equivalent to AUD 8,081.00 per term).
- Years 11–12: AUD 32,890.00 per year (equivalent to AUD 8,222.50 per term).

- Domestic students (Prep–Year 12):
- Tuition amounts are set annually by the College and billed according to the published billing schedule; families will receive term/year accounts showing the tuition charge applicable to each student's year level. The College offers an annual early‑payment discount and sibling discounts that apply to tuition.

Billing schedule and payment terms

- Tuition fees for the school year are charged in two instalments (January and July) and are payable within the billing period indicated on the account (the College's published terms require payment within 14 days of billing; the College's Fee Billing and Collection Policy also specifies standard invoice terms). Installment and direct debit arrangements are available.
- Payment terms stated by the College are strictly 7 days from date of invoice unless a pre‑approved instalment arrangement is in place. Payment plans can be set up by Direct Debit or Credit Card Authority.
- The College accepts Cheque, VISA, Mastercard, Direct Debit, BPay, EFTPOS, Diner's Club, American Express, Bank Deposit and payments via JPConnect.

Boarding, homestay and accommodation fees (where applicable)

- Boarding (full‑time, 37 weeks of residence) — International (2026): AUD 25,326.00 per year (equivalent to AUD 6,331.50 per term).
- Homestay (annual) — International (2026): AUD 23,884.00 per year (standard homestay durations and weekly rates vary; the fee schedule sets the annual homestay charge for the stated number of weeks). Homestay for boarders during holiday periods is charged per week (example published rate for holiday homestay in 2026: AUD 573.00 per week). A cancellation charge equal to two weeks' accommodation fees applies if less than four weeks' notice is given for homestay placement changes.
- Boarding payment covers 4 terms per year only; a late fee of AUD 50.00 per week is charged on any balances owing after the first week of term. If 12 weeks' written notice for boarding withdrawal is not given as required, the College will charge the following term's boarding fee.

Other compulsory and frequently charged costs

- Mobile Device Program (Years 4–12): included in tuition for participating students; a manufacturer's warranty, insurance cover and an on‑site maintenance package are provided (insurance excess AUD 100.00 in limited circumstances).
- Student welfare, curriculum authority and health cover (international students): example international charges in 2026 include Student Welfare A UD 1,915.00 per year and OSHC (overseas student health cover) (organised through Allianz Global) — amounts published in the international fee schedule. Year 11 & 12 Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority charges are identified separately where applicable.
- Instrumental, elective and VET/Certificate costs: most day‑to‑day compulsory activities and many subject resources are included in tuition, but year‑level camps, significant year‑level events (for example Year 12 Formal), some VET/Certificate costs and certain excursions are charged separately and invoiced to families. Instrumental/vocal tuition fees are invoiced in advance each term and are treated separately from core tuition accounts.
- Uniform and textbooks (examples from international schedule): approximate uniform cost on commencement (3 sets) AUD 1,050.00; textbooks and resources typically AUD 300.00–600.00 depending on year/subjects. For international students the international fee schedule lists a suggested range for these items.

Discounts and sibling concessions

- Early payment discount (domestic): AUD 500.00 discount is available if the full year's fees are paid by the College's published early‑payment date for the year (example published date for 2026: payment by 31 January 2026).
- Sibling discount: a 40% tuition discount is applied for families with three or more siblings enrolled concurrently; the fifth and subsequent children incur no additional tuition charge. The sibling discount is only available to Australian and New Zealand citizens, permanent residents and eligible visa holders.

Withdrawals and refunds

- Confirmation of Enrolment payments are non‑refundable (the College's published conditions state the confirmation fee is non‑refundable including student enrolments that do not eventuate). For international students, tuition/OSHC and other prepaid amounts are subject to the ESOS refund provisions; published guidance indicates fees are refundable only if a visa is refused (proof required) and are not refundable where visa refusal is due to fraudulent documentation.
- Student withdrawals: both parents must give a minimum of one term's written notice of withdrawal. If the required notice is not provided, the College's policy is to charge the subsequent term's fees.

Fee payment administration, penalties and conditions

- Fees are effective from 1 January each calendar year and remain in force until changed by the Board of Directors; the Board reserves the right to amend fees. Most College fees are not subject to GST; any GST‑inclusive charges will be identified on the account. Students with outstanding fees will not be permitted to commence or continue courses and academic reports or certificates will be withheld where debts remain.
- Late payment and overdue balances: a late fee of AUD 50.00 per week is applied to balances owing after the first week of term for boarding and homestay accounts; standard late and collection terms are set out in the College's Fee Billing and Collection Policy. Payment plans are available by arrangement.

Summary of common payment methods and contact

- Accepted payment methods: Cheque; VISA; Mastercard; Direct Debit; BPay; EFTPOS; Diner's Club; American Express; Bank Deposit; JPConnect. Payment plans can be arranged via Direct Debit or Credit Card Authority through the College Finance Office.

Key numerical items (selected, 2026 international schedule and current College charges)

- Domestic application fee: AUD 250.00.
- Domestic confirmation of enrolment fee: AUD 750.00.
- International application fee: AUD 475.00; international confirmation fee: AUD 1,050.00.
- International tuition 2026 (annual / per term): Prep–Year 6 AUD 28,933.00 (AUD 7,233.25 per term); Years 7–10 AUD 32,324.00 (AUD 8,081.00 per term); Years 11–12 AUD 32,890.00 (AUD 8,222.50 per term).
- International boarding (annual): AUD 25,326.00 (37 weeks). Homestay (annual): AUD 23,884.00 (46 weeks); holiday homestay per week example: AUD 573.00.

Curriculum

The school uses the Australian Curriculum across Primary and Secondary education. In Primary School, learning centers on student curiosity and creativity through transdisciplinary Units of Inquiry. In Secondary School (Years 7–10), students follow the Australian Curriculum with a broad elective selection, enabling a personalised senior pathway from Year 11 to Year 12. The senior program offers 37 subjects across QCAA, VET and TAFE pathways, and the Diverse Learning Program supports inclusive education with specialist teachers; the Accelerate Excel program provides enrichment and acceleration within a differentiated classroom. Digital learning is embedded: Years 4–12 receive personal notebook computers, Year 3 uses iPads, and a campus-wide network with cybersecurity safeguards supports learning.

Exam Results

ATAR: 2024 median ATAR of 89.60; 49.6% of Year 12 students achieved ATARs above 90; 90% of the Year 12 cohort were ATAR-eligible. 100% of students earned a Queensland Certificate of Education. 134 students were awarded ATAR; 110 domestic QTAC offers were made for 2025 (with 98.2% of QTAC domestic applicants receiving a tertiary offer). NAPLAN results for 2024 include school averages for Reading, Writing, Spelling, Grammar and Numeracy, shown alongside national averages.

Higher Education Progression

Post-school destinations: 72.5% response rate to Year 12 completers survey; 94.4% of respondents were engaged in education, training or employment in the year after school; bachelor degrees were the most common study destination; some graduates pursued SAT or VET pathways; 149 Senior Education Profiles were awarded.

Gifted and Talented

Dedicated programs support gifted and talented learners, including the Diverse Learning Program and the Accelerate Excel initiative, which provides enrichment activities, extension opportunities and acceleration pathways within a differentiated classroom.

Facilities Overview

Spread across 33 hectares of natural Australian bushland in Daisy Hill, John Paul College is divided into Primary and Secondary areas. The Noelene Munns Learning Centre provides resources and adaptable spaces for Kindergarten to Year Twelve. The Stephen Paul Aquatic Centre features a ten-lane, 25-metre heated pool, with change rooms, a marshalling area and a 50-seat function room, and is an extension to the Coleman Centre hosting aquatic programs. The Coleman Centre is the indoor sports hub with two indoor multi-functional courts, a gym with weights room, a performance stage and a mezzanine. The Dame Joan Sutherland Music Centre offers rehearsal and performance facilities, including the Stephen Bean Theatre (a 250-seat concert auditorium), dance studios, private rehearsal rooms, drama studios and music classrooms. The campus also includes the Stephen Bean Theatre and a Health Centre; the Sister Cecily Foster Wellbeing Centre provides chaplaincy and wellbeing services.

Sports Facilities

The school has five sports ovals: Jukambi and Stephen Bowers Oval on the main campus, with three additional ovals at the Cec Munns Sports Centre adjacent to the College. The Coleman Centre houses indoor sports facilities, including two indoor multi-functional courts with sprung floors and a gym. The Stephen Paul Aquatic Centre has a ten-lane, 25-metre heated pool, with change rooms and a marshalling area. The Cec Munns Sports Centre provides world-class playing surfaces and training facilities adjacent to the College.

Academic Facilities

The Noelene Munns Learning Centre (Kindergarten to Year Twelve) provides curriculum resources, online materials and STEM equipment, with flexible learning spaces and access to laminating, printing and scanning facilities. ICT supports the curriculum with wireless connectivity, printers and digital presentation tools; electronic whiteboards and data projectors are used in every classroom.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Performing arts facilities support extracurricular activities with the Dame Joan Sutherland Music Centre, including the Stephen Bean Theatre (250 seats), dance studios, rehearsal rooms and drama spaces. Sporting and aquatic programs are supported by the Stephen Paul Aquatic Centre and the Coleman Centre, with additional ovals at Cec Munns Sports Centre and main-campus fields.

Academic & Intellectual

The school offers extension and enrichment programs. Year 10 students can begin exploring the ATAR program. Co-curricular coaches and tutors support learning in performing arts, sports and activities. There are extensive co-curricular activities, competitions, incursions, excursions and camps.

Arts & Creative

The School of Performing Arts offers instrumental, choral, dance, drama and cheer. Ensembles are a year-long commitment and private instrumental and vocal tuition runs alongside co-curricular involvement. The college provides performing arts facilities including the Dame Joan Sutherland Music Centre and Stephen Bean Theatre. The co-curricular program runs from Prep to Year Twelve.

Cultural & Language

The College has a rich student exchange program with sister schools in Japan and New Zealand established in 1983 and 1984. A strategic plan aims to launch a global citizen outbound program to develop intercultural understanding. Language offerings include Spanish and Chinese.

Social & Hobbies

Art is offered to Years 1–3 as a co-curricular activity. Chess is offered for Years 2–6. Coding is offered in Years 3–6. Karate is offered from Prep to Year 6.

Community & Service

Students volunteer in Community Care groups. The Student Leadership Program provides opportunities in councils and committees and formal leadership positions. Every student is considered a leader, representing the College through their actions and service to others daily.

Leadership & Professional

The College has a progressive and dynamic leadership program based on a servant leadership model. Students develop leadership and communication skills through involvement in councils, committees and by applying for formal leadership positions. Every student is encouraged to lead through action, role modelling and service to others daily.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Academic Welfare is delivered through a sequenced K–12 Academic Welfare Program. Pastoral care and social and emotional learning underpin wellbeing. The SOARING model of Positive Education is embedded in the wellbeing program, guiding six areas of wellbeing as part of daily school life.

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St Johns Anglican College

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour Basic

Instructs in English

Ages 4 - 18 years

Fees A$9,480 - 20,920

Pupils 1262

Type Co-educational, Co-educational (boarding)

St Johns Anglican College is an Anglican, co-educational day school in Australia serving ages 4 to 18. The school operates four sub-schools: Kindergarten, Junior School (Prep–Year 6), Middle School (Year 7–9) and Senior School (Year 10–12). The Junior School delivers the Australian Curriculum through the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme, while Kindergarten uses the Early Years Learning Framework alongside the IB PYP. The Middle School offers a broad core program with Year 9 electives, includes The Rite Journey and the SOAR program for high-achieving learners. The Senior School provides tailored learning pathways across a wide range of subjects, with electives and a focus on Future-Ready skills, work placements and industry connections. A seamless Education model connects Junior, Middle and Senior education. Purpose-built learning spaces populate multiple campuses, including a Sporting Centre of Excellence, a Performing Arts Centre and a STEM Institute Design Centre with design labs, graphics and engineering workshop.

Location

Forest Lake, Brisbane's south-west, Queensland, Australia. The campus spans two campuses connected by a shuttle service.

Stages

Kindergarten to Year 12; four sub-schools: Kindergarten; Junior School (Prep to Year 6); Middle School (Years 7 to 9); Senior School (Years 10 to 12).

Type

Anglican college; co-educational.

Additional learning support

Faith Mission and Wellbeing Centre provides a safe confidential space; pastoral care team and college psychologists support students; Wellbeing Framework supports the holistic needs of students from Kindergarten to Year 12.

Country affiliation

Australia

Religious affiliation

Anglican

Bus service

St John's offers a private bus service with morning and afternoon routes to Calamvale, Forestdale, Hillcrest, Parkinson, Algester, Calamvale and Heathwood; Augustine Heights, Brookwater, Springfield and Forest Lake; Kenmore, Fig Tree Pocket, Jindalee, Sinnamon Park, Jamboree Heights, Middle Park, Seventeen Mile Rocks and Riverhills. Bus fares are zone-based: Zone 1 within the gates of Forest Lake (Tap and Go $1.20; Non-ticketed $2.40), Zone 2 perimeter around Forest Lake (Tap $2.30; Non-ticketed $3.40), Zone 3 all other areas (Tap $5.70; Non-ticketed $8.20). Other bus services include Park Ridge Transit (Forestdale Route 6026/6126), Westside Bus Company (Route 32 AM), and Brisbane City Council Route 463 (AM).

Application & enrolment fees

- Application / Registration: AUD 220 (non‑refundable) for domestic applicants.
- International application fee: AUD 300 per student (non‑refundable).
- Enrolment Confirmation Fee: AUD 600 (non‑refundable).
- Enrolment Advancement Fee (credited against first term's fees in the year of entry): AUD 1,500 (Junior School) or AUD 1,800 (Senior School).
- Enrolment Bond (international students / where applicable): AUD 1,000 (once only; refundable on acceptance of placement).

Tuition fees — Domestic (AUD) — 2026 (per term and per year by year level)

- Kindergarten
- Kindergarten (5‑day fortnight): Term AUD 0; Annual AUD 0; General levy AUD 0 (one government‑funded part‑time place applies).
- Kindergarten (pre‑age, 5‑day fortnight): Term AUD 2,615; Annual AUD 10,460.
- Kindergarten (full time): Term AUD 2,615; Annual AUD 10,460.
- Kindergarten (pre‑age, full time): Term AUD 5,230; Annual AUD 20,920.

- Junior School (Prep – Year 6)
- Prep: Term tuition AUD 2,303; Annual tuition AUD 9,212; General Levy AUD 228 per year; Incursion / Camp Levy AUD 40 per year.
- Years 1–2: Term tuition AUD 2,319; Annual tuition AUD 9,276; General Levy AUD 228 per year; Incursion / Camp Levy AUD 90 per year.
- Year 3: Term tuition AUD 2,319; Annual tuition AUD 9,276; General Levy AUD 248 per year; Incursion / Camp Levy AUD 290 per year; IT Levy AUD 89 per term; Music Levy AUD 60 per term.
- Year 4: Term tuition AUD 2,633; Annual tuition AUD 10,532; General Levy AUD 268 per year; Incursion / Camp Levy AUD 510 per year; IT Levy AUD 266 per term; Music Levy AUD 60 per term.
- Year 5: Term tuition AUD 2,633; Annual tuition AUD 10,532; General Levy AUD 248 per year; Incursion / Camp Levy AUD 500 per year; IT Levy AUD 266 per term; Music Levy AUD 60 per term.
- Year 6: Term tuition AUD 2,633; Annual tuition AUD 10,532; General Levy AUD 248 per year; Incursion / Camp Levy AUD 500 per year; IT Levy AUD 266 per term; Music Levy AUD 60 per term.

- Middle School (Years 7–9)
- Year 7: Term tuition AUD 3,299; Annual tuition AUD 13,196; General Levy AUD 412 per year; Incursion / Camp Levy AUD 490 per year; IT Levy AUD 303 per term; Music Levy AUD 60 per term.
- Year 8: Term tuition AUD 3,611; Annual tuition AUD 14,444; General Levy AUD 392 per year; Incursion / Camp Levy AUD 420 per year; IT Levy AUD 303 per term.
- Year 9: Term tuition AUD 3,611; Annual tuition AUD 14,444; General Levy AUD 492 per year; Incursion / Camp Levy AUD 550 per year; IT Levy AUD 303 per term.

- Senior School (Years 10–12)
- Year 10: Term tuition AUD 3,831; Annual tuition AUD 15,324; General Levy AUD 288 per year; Incursion / Camp Levy AUD 580 per year; IT Levy AUD 303 per term.
- Year 11: Term tuition AUD 3,831; Annual tuition AUD 15,324; General Levy AUD 372 per year; Incursion / Camp Levy AUD 510 per year; IT Levy AUD 303 per term.
- Year 12: Term tuition AUD 5,108; Annual tuition AUD 15,324; General Levy AUD 462 per year; Incursion / Camp Levy AUD 404 per year.
- Note: Year 12 tuition is billed over three terms.

(All domestic tuition items above are listed per term and per annum as shown; tuition fees are due for payment on the first day of each term.)

Tuition fees — International / St John's International College (AUD) — 2026

- Intensive English (ELICOS): AUD 7,970 per term.
- Prep – Year 6: AUD 27,332 per year.
- Year 7 – Year 10: AUD 31,880 per year.
- Year 11 – Year 12: AUD 31,880 per year.
- Student Services Fee (applies per term): listed amounts include AUD 303 per term for Years 7–12 and ELICOS, and AUD 266 per term for Years 3–6 (as indicated for international fee schedules).
- English proficiency testing fee (international): AUD 336 per student.
- QCAA levy for overseas students (Years 11–12): AUD 950 per year.
- Overseas Student Health Cover (approx.): AUD 810 per year (compulsory for student‑visa holders from date of arrival).
- Homestay accommodation (where applicable): AUD 525 per week; Homestay placement fee AUD 350; Homestay relocation fee AUD 200.
- Airport transfer (one way): AUD 190.
- Uniform (approximate full set): AUD 980.

Levies & compulsory additional charges

- General Levy: charged annually to cover ID card, locker, selected educational subscriptions and specified year‑level items.
- Camp / Incursion Levy: charged (typically in Term 1) to cover outdoor education/camp costs; the camp levy is non‑refundable.
- IT Levy: applies by term for Years 3–12 to support the laptop program (device setup, warranty, licensed software, insurance and support).
- Music Levy: applies by term for Years 3–7 to support the school music program and instrument provision.
- QCAA and other course charges: applicable to senior external certification or overseas student service charges where indicated.
- Suggested Foundation Building Fund contribution (voluntary, tax deductible): suggested AUD 200 per family per term (included on statements as a suggested contribution).

Boarding fees (Private boarding; Years 7–12)

- Private boarding (5 nights): Term AUD 4,000; Annual AUD 16,000.
- Private boarding (7 nights): Term AUD 5,235; Annual AUD 20,940.
- Private boarding placement fee: AUD 350 per student (in addition to boarding fees).
- Private boarding relocation fee (if required): AUD 200.

Other costs parents should budget for

- Uniforms: approximately AUD 980 for a full uniform set (estimate).
- Textbooks & stationery: typically between AUD 100 and AUD 1,000 depending on year level and subject choices.
- Optional diplomas, certifications and non‑compulsory excursions: charged separately as advised.
- Music tuition & additional instrument hire (beyond one instrument): additional charges may apply.
- Transport to/from school (if required): up to around AUD 500 per term (approximate).
- Cost of living (for international students, additional to homestay): suggested AUD 100–150 per week.

Billing schedule & payment terms

- Standard billing: fees are billed per term; the College's standard payment term is one term in advance and fees are due on the first day of each term.
- Annual payment option: a 2.5% discount applies to the net tuition amount if full payment for the year is received by close of business on the first day of Term 1 (no extensions).
- Instalments: direct debit can be set up through the My St John's (TASS) portal on a monthly or fortnightly basis; the system will calculate instalments once a schedule and start date are chosen.
- Year 12 tuition: billed over three terms (as noted above).
- Biller details: BPAY payments are accepted (Biller Code 49353; reference number shown on statement).
- Centrelink CentrePay and third‑party payment plans (Edstart) are available; Edstart charges an external transaction fee (noted separately).

Payment methods

- Credit card (Visa, MasterCard) via the secure TASS My St John's portal (online). Surcharges apply for premium cards and for AMEX/Diners.
- BPAY (Biller Code 49353; reference number on statement).
- Direct debit from bank account or credit card via the My St John's portal.
- CentrePay (for eligible Centrelink customers).
- Edstart instalment plans (external provider) — a transaction fee applies (approximately 3.9% when using Edstart Plus).

Discounts

- Annual payment discount: 2.5% on net tuition where full annual payment is received by the specified due date.
- Sibling discounts on the tuition portion only: second child 5%; third child 10%; fourth child 15%; fifth child or more 50%.

Refunds, withdrawal & absence rules

- Camp levy: charged in Term 1 and is non‑refundable.
- Withdrawal notice: one full term's written notice to the Principal is required for a student withdrawal; otherwise fees in lieu of notice will be charged.
- Extended voluntary absence: students absent for more than 10 school days for extended holidays may be required to reimburse the College for any lost Grant Funding.
- Overseas student protections: tuition fees paid by overseas students are protected under the Tuition Protection Service (ESOS); non‑tuition fees are subject to the College's refund policy and conditions.

Summary note

- All fees above are expressed in Australian dollars (AUD) and are presented by fee type and year level for the 2026 schedules provided for St John's Anglican College and St John's International College.
- Fees are reviewed annually and may change; levies, optional services and additional costs (uniforms, excursions, transport, external courses) can apply in addition to the tuition and levy amounts shown.

Boarding Arrangements

St John's offers international students homestay accommodation through its Homestay Program. Homestay families are screened and hold a valid Blue Card (Queensland Government security clearance). Homestay accommodation is located within walking distance of the College or accessible via St John's private bus services. Long‑term students have a private, furnished room with a bed, desk and wardrobe, and four nutritious meals daily are provided.

Uniform Requirement

Full College uniform must be worn at school and when travelling to and from campus. The Uniform Shop on the Secondary Campus provides all required uniform items; uniform orders can be made in person during term time or online via the College app.

Food Options

The Dragon's Den, the College canteen, is open Monday to Friday from 7:30am. It offers nutritious food for breakfast, morning tea and lunch, as well as snacks, drinks and ice blocks. Students can use their Student ID cards to purchase items at the Dragon's Den.

House System

St John's has four Houses: Archerfield House, Bow Qing Tian House, Braithwaite House, and Delbeta House. Students are assigned to a House; this information is provided in enrolment confirmation and can be confirmed at the uniform fitting.

Governance and Ownership

The College Council is the official governing body, providing strategic leadership and oversight to ensure the College fulfils its education and community mission, and it approves policies, oversees financial and operational performance, manages risk, and appoints and evaluates the College Principal. The College is operated by FSAC Ltd trading as St John's Anglican College and St John's International College.

Curriculum

The school operates four sub-schools: Kindergarten, Junior School (Prep–Year 6), Middle School (Year 7–9), and Senior School (Year 10–12). The Junior School delivers the Australian Curriculum through the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB PYP); the Kindergarten uses the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) alongside the IB PYP. The Middle School offers a broad range of subjects with a core program and Year 9 electives, and includes The Rite Journey in Year 9 and the SOAR program for high-achieving learners in English, Mathematics, and Science. The Senior School provides tailored learning pathways with electives across English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Health and Physical Education, Religious and Values Education, The Arts, Technology and Business, and Languages, with a focus on Future-Ready skills and real-world learning such as work placements and industry connections. Junior, Middle and Senior education are connected in a seamless Education model to support continuity from early years through Year 12.

Higher Education Progression

Graduates are prepared for university, TAFE, or vocational training. The Senior School emphasises real-world learning experiences and work placements to develop skills and global readiness for post-school pathways.

Gifted and Talented

SOAR Program supports high-achieving students: Junior SOAR provides targeted enrichment in English and Mathematics for Years 5–6; Middle School SOAR offers enrichment in English, Mathematics and Science; entry into the Junior SOAR Program is by application. SOAR access for other year levels is detailed in onboarding materials and the Academic Enrichment program.

Community

The school community thrives on collaboration, where students, staff, and families work together, fostering growth through shared experiences, diverse perspectives, and mutual respect. The St John's Foundation is central to the community, with a dedicated board comprising current and past parents and alumni focused on raising funds to enhance and develop the College's facilities. The Foundation has funded landmark projects including a 700-seat Performing Arts Centre Auditorium Stage One (2012), the Redevelopment of the St John's Sports Centre (2020), and the construction and refurbishment of Junior School classrooms (2022), plus a Community Deck on the Junior School (2023). Donors and community members are encouraged to support the Foundation's Building Fund to benefit students across learning spaces and activities.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

The Parents & Friends (P&F) Association is a volunteer-driven group that brings together families, staff, and the wider school community to enhance the educational experience of our students. It fosters community building by hosting events and activities, fundraising for projects and resources, and providing a platform for parents and caregivers to share ideas and feedback, ensuring open communication between families and the school. New members are welcome, and involvement is valued whether you can spare a little time or a lot. The P&F is supported by three sub-committees: Supporters of Sport (SOS), Friends of the Arts (FOTA), and Friends of the School (FOS). For inquiries, contact pfPres@sjac.qld.edu.au.

Facilities Overview

St John's Anglican College has purpose-built learning spaces across its campuses. A Sporting Centre of Excellence reinforces athletic and educational opportunities for students. The St John's Performing Arts Centre offers a state-of-the-art, multipurpose space for learning, performance and creativity. STEM facilities include the STEM Institute Design Centre with labs and design spaces to support science, technology, engineering and mathematics learning.

Sports Facilities

Sporting Centre of Excellence provides athletic facilities to support physical education and competitive sport. The college supports a broad sport program with dedicated spaces for sport and PE.

Academic Facilities

STEM Institute Design Centre is a dedicated STEM learning facility. Graphics and Design Lab provides specialist spaces for design work and digital fabrication. Industrial Technology Workshop supports hands-on projects in technology and manufacturing. These facilities support modern, hands-on, inquiry-based learning across science, design and technology.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Music is offered as part of extracurricular programs. Sport is available as part of co-curricular life. Clubs and Activities are available to students. Outdoor Education and Wellbeing programs support student development.

Academic & Intellectual

SOAR (Strengths, Opportunities, Aspirations, Results) Program empowers high‑achieving students with advanced-level study, guided by carefully tailored subject timelines. In the senior years, SOAR students can pursue bespoke pathways that directly support their goals, providing a progressive approach to advanced study. Entry into SOAR is by application for students from Year 5, ensuring a personalised and focused learning experience. The program fosters deep learning and intellectual growth beyond the standard timetable.

Arts & Creative

The Instrumental Music Program is compulsory for Years 3 to 7 and provides hands‑on lessons with specialist instructors, supported by dedicated facilities for instrument study. The program includes Wind Ensemble, Wind Orchestra, Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Orchestra, Corelli Strings, Bellissimo Strings, String Ensemble, String Orchestra, Drumline, and Rock Band, as well as multiple choirs such as Capriccio Choir, Alpine Singers, Chorale, Bella Voce and Fella Voce. A College Musical is produced every two years, giving students in Years 5–11 the chance to audition and perform in a professional‑level production.

Cultural & Language

Debating is offered in the Middle & Senior School as part of Clubs & Activities. Readers Cup provides literacy‑based competition opportunities. Choirs and Music Ensembles offer vocal and instrumental performance experiences, enriching the school's cultural life (Capriccio Choir, Alpine Singers, Chorale, Bella Voce, Fella Voce). Dance and Drama programs also contribute to performing arts experiences.

Social & Hobbies

Junior School Clubs & Activities include Chess, Debating, Homework Club and Reading Club. Middle & Senior School clubs include Digi Club, eSports, Innovation Challenge, Science & Engineering Challenge, STEM Ambassadors and Tecrew, as well as Readers Cup. Creative Arts clubs include Art Club, Choirs, Dance Troupe, Drama Troupe and Music Ensembles, while well‑being and wellness activities include Environmental Club and Running Club.

Community & Service

Duke of Edinburgh is offered as a Leadership & Service activity, alongside Kokoda Challenge, Inala Homework Club, Middle School Council and Senior School Council. Leos Club and Readers Cup also form part of student‑led service opportunities, with the Lord Mayor's Young Environmental Leadership Network providing environmental leadership experiences.

Leadership & Professional

Duke of Edinburgh provides leadership development; Middle School Council and Senior School Council offer student governance and leadership experiences. Leos Club offers volunteering and community service opportunities, while the Lord Mayor's Young Environmental Leadership Network engages students in environmental leadership.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Wellbeing is supported by a framework designed to meet the holistic needs of students from Kindergarten to Year 12, developed in partnership with the University of Queensland's Science of Learning Research Centre. The Faith Mission and Wellbeing Centre is home to the College Chaplain, College Psychologists and Heads of House to support student wellbeing. The pastoral care team provides personalised guidance to help students feel valued, understood and empowered. The Wellbeing framework underpins students' academic, social, and emotional growth.

Admissions

1. Application for Enrolment: The key intake years are Kindergarten, Prep and Year 7; vacancies may exist in other year levels. Complete an online Application for Enrolment and pay the non-refundable fee of $220 per student. Attach immunisation history, recent report cards (if applicable), NAPLAN results (if applicable), relevant visa or permanent residency documents, any court or parenting orders (if applicable), and specialist or medical reports (if applicable). The child's birth certificate must be cited at the Enrolment Meeting; submitting an application does not guarantee a place.
2. Application Review: After submission, the child's name is added to the Enrolment List for the specified year and reviewed as part of the enrolment process. Year 7 reviews begin up to three years before entry, while other year levels begin up to one year prior. Additional information may be requested in consultation with parents and relevant professionals before progressing.
3. Enrolment Meeting: For students entering Kindy to Year 6, you and your child will be invited to attend an Enrolment Meeting with a member of the leadership team; one or both parents are required to attend with the child. Not all students interviewed will be offered a place. Incomplete applications or those flagged for additional information will be contacted to request further information.
4. Confirmation of Enrolment: If your application is successful, a Letter of Offer is sent by email. To secure the place, sign and return the Enrolment Agreement and pay the non-refundable Enrolment Confirmation Fee of $600 per child and the Advance Fee (Prep-Year 6: $1,500; Years 7-12: $1,800), with the Advance Fee credited toward Term One tuition. Failure to disclose information pertaining to medical, social, educational or behavioural history may result in the offer being rescinded.
5. Pre-Commencement: For students entering Years 7 to 12, you and your child will be invited to attend an informal meeting with a member of the leadership team; either one or both parents are required to attend with the child. It provides an opportunity to meet College staff, learn about the daily routines of that year level and have any questions answered.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available for Years 7 and 10 entries, offering up to 75% remission of tuition fees. They are open to Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents and to both current and new students entering Years 7 or 10. Scholarships cover tuition remission and may be pursued in Academic, Sporting, or Performing Arts categories; applicants may apply for multiple scholarships, and if successful, receive a scholarship in the category best matching their strengths. To be considered, complete an Enrolment Application and pay the $220 non-refundable application fee; 2026 scholarships have already been awarded, and applications are closed for that year. A character reference is required; it should be no longer than one page, not from a family member, and speak to the applicant's personal qualities and suitability.

Waitlist

When a year level reaches capacity, all further applications go into the waitlist pool and will be invited for an Enrolment Meeting as places become available. Places are offered according to the Enrolment Policy, with priority given to siblings of current students and children of alumni.

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St Peter's Lutheran College

📚 Learning Moderate 🧩 Behaviour None

Pupils 2267

St Peters Lutheran College (Indooroopilly) is a Christian, co‑educational Prep–Year 12 day and boarding school in Brisbane. The Indooroopilly campus offers the Australian Curriculum alongside International Baccalaureate programmes: the PYP in Primary Years (Prep–Year 6) and the IB Diploma in Senior School, with multiple senior pathways (QCE, VET or the IBDP) available. Boarding is provided from Year 6 and the campus is CRICOS‑registered for overseas students. English is the school's host language and the College provides support for learners with English as an additional language or dialect; languages taught across the school include Chinese (Mandarin), French, German, Japanese and Spanish. Notable facilities published by the College include a state‑of‑the‑art Performing Arts Centre (including the 1,000‑seat Dron Auditorium and music studios), extensive aquatic facilities (50m long‑course and 25m short‑course pools), gym and high‑performance training rooms, and the Ironbark outdoor education programme. The campus also highlights a large, timetabled music programme and an elite swimming pathway through St Peters Western.

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