Calamvale Community College

Australia, Brisbane

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 5 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 2625

Type Co-educational

Opened 2002

Bus Service No

Academic offering

Curriculum Australian Curriculum, International Baccalaureate

Strengths Multiculturalism, International Baccalaureate, Performing Arts

Clubs Arts and Creative, Sports and Physical, Academic and Intellectual

Stages Primary School, Secondary School, Sixth Form

Introduction

Calamvale Community College is a large multicultural P-12 state school in the southern suburbs of Brisbane, founded in 2002. With over 2,600 students representing 66 countries on a single campus, it is one of Brisbane's most diverse schools. The Prep to Year 6 programme is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP). The school has separate tailored areas for Prep, Junior (Years 1-6), Junior Secondary (Years 7-9), and Senior Secondary (Years 10-12). Executive Principal is Lisa Starmer. Activities include sports, instrumental music, performing arts (CAST), computer programmes, and religious instruction.

Calamvale, Brisbane, QLD, Australia

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The Essentials

Location

In the southern suburbs of Brisbane, Queensland. The entire P-12 school operates on a single campus.

Stages

Prep school, Junior school (Years 1-6), Junior Secondary (Years 7-9), and Senior Secondary (Years 10-12). Each division has tailored areas.

Type

State government school (public). CRICOS Provider Code 00608A for international students under Education Queensland International (EQI).

Pupil Nationality Mix

Over 2,600 students representing 66 countries on a single campus, making it one of Brisbane's most multicultural schools.

Country affiliation

International student programmes available under CRICOS accreditation.

Religious affiliation

Non-denominational government school. Religious instruction is available as an option.

Diving Deeper

Uniform Requirement

School uniform required. A uniform shop operates on campus.

Food Options

A canteen operates on campus.

Governance and Ownership

Queensland Department of Education. CRICOS Provider Code 00608A under Education Queensland International (EQI).

Fees

As a Queensland government school, there are no tuition fees for Australian students. International student fees apply under CRICOS.

Academics

Curriculum

The Prep to Year 6 programme follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) as an IB World School. Secondary students follow the Australian Curriculum. Vocational education and excellence programmes are available in the senior years. A BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policy supports technology-enabled learning.

Higher Education Progression

Vocational education and excellence programmes provide pathways to further study and careers.

Gifted and Talented

Excellence programmes are available for high-achieving students.

Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Health and wellbeing support programmes operate across the school.

Safeguarding

Student code of conduct is in place. Health and wellbeing support programmes are available.

Parent Experience

History

Founded in 2002 in the southern suburbs of Brisbane.

Community

One of Brisbane's most multicultural school communities with over 2,600 students from 66 countries on a single campus.

Facilities

Facilities Overview

A single campus with tailored areas for each division: Prep, Junior, Junior Secondary, and Senior Secondary. Library, canteen, and uniform shop on site.

Academic Facilities

Library and BYOD programme support learning. Excellence programmes available.

Extra Curricular Facilities

Sports programmes, instrumental music, CAST (performing arts), and computer programmes.

Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual

IB PYP in primary years. Excellence programmes available. BYOD technology integration.

Arts & Creative

CAST is the school's performing arts programme. Instrumental music is available across the school.

Cultural & Language

With 66 countries represented, the school provides a richly multicultural learning environment.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

Sports programmes and health and wellbeing support programmes are available.

Languages

Language Provision

English is the language of instruction. The multilingual student body represents 66 countries.

Reputation

Accreditations

IB World School — International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme.
CRICOS Provider Code 00608A — Accredited for international students.

Admissions

Contact the school for enrolment information. International students apply through Education Queensland International (EQI). Parent-teacher interviews available via Daymap.

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FAQs

Where is Calamvale Community College located and what age range does it serve?

Calamvale Community College is in the southern suburbs of Brisbane, Queensland, and operates a single P–12 campus serving students aged 5 to 18.

Is Calamvale Community College a public or private school and who leads the school?

It is a co-educational Queensland state (public) school governed by the Queensland Department of Education, and the Executive Principal is Lisa Starmer.

How is the school organised across year levels on campus?

The campus has tailored areas for Prep, Junior (Years 1–6), Junior Secondary (Years 7–9), and Senior Secondary (Years 10–12) so each division has age-appropriate facilities and programs.

Can overseas families enrol their children at Calamvale Community College?

Yes; the school is accredited for international students under CRICOS (Provider Code 00608A) and accepts international enrolments through Education Queensland International.

How do I begin the enrolment process for my child?

For enrolment information you should contact the school directly to discuss places and required documentation, while international students apply through Education Queensland International (EQI).

What curricula are taught across the school?

Prep to Year 6 follows the IB Primary Years Programme (PYP) as an IB World School, while secondary students follow the Australian Curriculum with vocational education and excellence programmes available in senior years.

Does the school offer specialised programs for high-achieving students or vocational pathways?

Yes; the school runs excellence programmes for high-achieving students and provides vocational education in senior years to support pathways to further study and careers.

How does technology feature in classroom learning?

A BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) policy supports technology-enabled learning across the school, and computer programmes form part of the curriculum and extracurricular offerings.

What academic facilities are available on campus?

The single campus includes a library and technology-enabled learning through the BYOD programme, alongside dedicated areas for each school division to support age-appropriate learning.

What facilities support students' day-to-day needs on site?

On campus there is a canteen for student meals and a uniform shop to purchase required school uniform items.

What extracurricular activities and clubs are offered?

Students can participate in sports programmes, instrumental music, the CAST performing arts programme, and various computer-related activities as part of the school's extracurricular offer.

Is there a strong performing arts programme at the school?

Yes; CAST is the school's performing arts programme and instrumental music is available across the school to support student participation in music and drama.

What sports opportunities are available for students?

The school runs sports programmes for students across year levels, integrating physical activity into school life and extracurricular options.

What wellbeing and pastoral care supports are in place for students?

Health and wellbeing support programmes operate across the school to support student social and emotional learning, and a student code of conduct is in place to support safeguarding and behaviour expectations.

How does the school handle student behaviour and safety?

A student code of conduct is in place to guide behaviour and safeguarding, supported by the school's health and wellbeing programmes.

Is there a school uniform and how do parents obtain it?

A school uniform is required and a uniform shop operates on campus where families can purchase official uniform items.

Does the school provide religious instruction or have a religious affiliation?

Calamvale Community College is a non-denominational government school, and religious instruction is available as an optional part of the school programme.

Who oversees the governance of the college?

The school is governed by the Queensland Department of Education and operates within Education Queensland policies, including CRICOS accreditation for international students (00608A).

What official accreditations does the school hold?

The school is an IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and is a CRICOS-registered provider (Provider Code 00608A) for international students.

What language is instruction delivered in and how multicultural is the school community?

English is the language of instruction, and the school is very multicultural with over 2,600 students representing 66 countries on a single campus.

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