TOGETHERWE THRIVE AND SUCCEED

KEEBRA PARK STATE HIGH SCHOOL

The Department of Education and Training Trading as Education Queensland International (EQI) | CRICOS Provider No: 00608A

950Did you know that some of the largest Gold Coast high-schools enrol over 2000 students, which is close to 350

students per year level?  Our smaller school community ofjust over 950 students offers a personalised academic

environment.

2 x OP1

places us within the top performing schools in the region.

State and NationalChampion female andmale sporting teams.

Regional winners andfinalists in music, dance andperforming arts programs.

YOU ARE VISIBLE AT KEEBRA PARK

You are not just another face. Together we thrive and succeed.

(2018)

97%of parents say "this is a good school"

(2019 School Opinion Survey)

1 x OP1(2019)

KEEBRA IS NOT LIKE OTHER SCHOOLSAt Keebra Park you will be part of a thriving learning community where you willbe inspired to achieve success and perform to your potential. You will thrive andsucceed.

Keebra is not like other schools. Did you know that some of the largest GoldCoast high-schools enrol over 2000 students, which is close to 350 students peryear level?  Our smaller school community of just over 950 students offers apersonalised academic environment. This allows us to invest in all of ourstudents to develop their interests, strengths and career aspirations.

At Keebra Park you are visible. You are not just another face. With 97% ofparents saying "I would recommend this school to others" , we know our familiesand students get the personal attention they deserve to gain the best schoolingexperience. Join the Gold Coast's fastest growing school, where together wethrive and succeed!

Mr Adam Brandis

Principal

QUALITY TEACHING AND LEARNING

Our teachers are experts in their field.

Being a smaller school, provides you with a learning environment whereteachers will know you and invest time in you. Keebra Park staff have

presented at regional, state and national conferences to share theirexceptional talents. Our curriculum offers a range of academic and vocational

pathways to help you thrive and succeed in your chosen field.

99%of parents say:

“My child gets a good education atthis school”

(2019 School Opinion Survey)

INNOVATIVE AND PERSONALISEDPROGRAMS

Our smaller school size means you will haveopportunities that no other school would be able

to offer.Your individual talents will be identified and you will be encouraged to be anactive participant in your chosen field. Keebra Park’s wide range of academyand excellence programs will provide you with clear links to elite pathways.

We will inspire you to become influential in the local community and becomeequipped to respond to your ever changing global environment. You will

understand our wider world and have opportunities to become a leader in ourschool community to influence and create meaningful change.

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WE DEVELOP GLOBAL CITIZENS

You will be part of a vibrant and diverse community.

different cultures make up thestudent population of our school

Over

EXCELLENCEPROGRAMS & ACADEMIES

PRODUCING CONTEMPORARY LEARNERS

In Academic Excellence we are committed to providing thebest possible contemporary academic pathway that suits each student. We knowthat students achieve academic success when they are given the opportunity to

experience a challenging program that empowers them to take responsibility fortheir learning. The program encourages students to develop their creative and

analytical skills through collaborative projects and authentic learningexperiences. We aim to develop every students’ capacity to be an independent,

inquisitive and reflective learner.

ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

FUTURE PROOF YOUR SKILL SET

Keebra Park offers a suite of subjects within the STEM field. Our personalisedapproach to your learning will support you to thrive and succeed from beginning to

end. Whether you want to be a chemist, a physicist, an engineer or astronaut, wecan tailor the elite academic pathway for you.

STEM ACADEMY

SPECIALISED STEM SUBJECTS

STEM Elective (Year 7/8)Engineering Principles (Year 9)Advanced Maths & Sciences (Year 10)

Physics & Chemistry (Year 11/12)Psychology (Year 11/12) Certificate III in Aviation

2 x OP1

places us within the top performing schools in the region.

(2018)

1 x OP1(2019)

FINE-TUNE YOUR PASSION

Our Music Academy provides you with the opportunity to study an extended,advanced music curriculum including classes in performance, composition and

musicology. Classroom work is complimented by involvement in our award winningschool performing ensembles including our Concert Band, Stage Band, String

Ensemble, Drumline and Vocal Group. You will represent our school in showcases,eisteddfods and performances and are exposed to master classes and workshops

with industry professionals.

MUSIC ACADEMY

TAKE TO THE SPOTLIGHT

Our Performing Arts Academy provides you with the opportunity to study anextended, advanced curriculum in both Drama and Dance including classes in

creating and performing along with studies of various performance styles. You willexperiment in industry roles of actor, dancer, director, choreographer and

scriptwriter. You will be involved in extra-curricular arts activities, such as ourSchool Musical, Performing Arts Showcase, Drama Eisteddfod, and our Hip Hop

and Contemporary Dance Teams.

PERFORMING ARTS ACADEMY

1st place for our Senior Hip Hop team atGold Coast EisteddfodHighly Commended for our Stage Band atGold Coast Eisteddfod Honours for our Vocal Group at GoldCoast Eisteddfod

Very Highly Commended for our StringsEnsemble at GC EisteddfodHighly Commended for our Concert Band atGC EisteddfodSchool musical shortlisted for 7 GoldenPalm Awards

Regional winners and finalists in music, dance andperforming arts programs.

Our Rugby League Academy has a long and proudtradition of developing elite level footballers and is

regarded as the benchmark school footballprogram in Australia. We are the most successful

QLD side in schoolboy history and continue to leadthe way with an ethos built around discipline,

determination and an expectation that you willwork to the best of your ability.

RUGBY LEAGUE ACADEMY

Our Girls Sport Academy is the premier girls sportsacademy in QLD; providing you with legitimate

pathways to elite sporting organisations. Our program will empower you with the skills and

attributes required for lifelong involvement insport.

GIRLS SPORTS ACADEMY

Our Basketball Academy provides an opportunityfor outstanding basketball players to follow theirpassion whilst undertaking a monitored academic

program. With a focus on skill development andadvanced game play our program allows you to

pursue your basketball aspirations while receivingtheir secondary education at the same time.

BASKETBALL ACADEMY

QLD State Champions - Rugby League, Karen Murphy Cup

- Open 2018, 7/8 2019.

QLD All Schools Champions – Rugby 7s U/15  2019, 2018.

QLD All Schools Champions – Touch Football  U/15 2019.

SEQ Rugby Champions - U/13, U/15 Rugby 7s, 2019.

MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS

Zahara Temara :  Australian Jillaroos, World Cup 2017, QldState of Origin 2018, Sydney Roosters WNRL 2018Brooke Walker: Gold Medallist Rio Olympics Rugby 7s,WAFL Carlton contractedOlivia Borg: 5 x Gold Medals, Australian School SwimmingChampionships 2018Lyllian Mikaio & Chante Temara – Queensland State of

Origin under 18 2019

ALUMNI

3 National Titles

12 State Titles since 2003

Over 40 NRL Players

Internationals Players representing, Australia, New

Zealand, Great Britain, Tonga, Samoa and Italy.

3 State of Origin Players

MAJOR ACHIEVEMENTS

Benji Marshall (Wests Tigers, NZ Rugby League

International)

David Fifita (Brisbane Broncos, QLD State of Origin)

Payne Haas (Brisbane Broncos, Australian Kangaroos)

Jai Arrow (Gold Coast Titans, QLD State of Origin)

NOTABLE ALUMNI

Gold Coast Local Schools Competition - Grand Finalists.

Shooting circuit & fitness

Spot shooting & ball handling

Game tactics

Nutrition

Certificate II in Sports Coaching (Year 10)

Certificate III in Sports Coaching (Year 11/12)

OVERVIEW

Whaan Tawha, Te Arai Tawha (NZ Representative)

Ataahua Allen-Kerehi (South Coast)

Talan Smith and Nepia Wilson (Broadwater)

NOTABLE ALUMNI

HOW TO APPLYYEAR 7 ENROLMENT

2021 YEAR 7 ACADEMY & EXCELLENCE PROGRAM KEY DATES

STEM - Written ApplicationAcademic Excellence - Entry Exam

Music Academy - Audition Performing Arts Academy - Audition

Girls Sports Academy - Development day - trialRugby League Academy - Development day - trial

Basketball Academy - Development day - trial

APPLICATION PROCESS

Students are expected to demonstrate a very high level of attendance, behaviour and achievement in their chosen field. Allapplications should demonstrate our school values of respect, responsibility and commitment.

All applications must include NAPLAN results (Year 5) and latest report card (last 2 semesters)

2022 YEAR 7 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION KEY DATESYear 7 Scholarship applications close Friday 5 March 2021

Year 7 Academy & Excellence Programs Scholarships announced Friday 26 March 2021

Round 2 (Term 3 - 2020)Year 7 Academy & Excellence programs applications due Friday 17 July 2020

Acceptance letters sent to students Friday 24 July 2020

Round 3 (Term 3 - 2020)Year 7 Academy & Excellence programs applications due Friday 4 September 2020

Acceptance letters sent to students Friday 18 September 2020

2022 YEAR 7 GENERAL ENROLMENT KEY DATES  Year 7  General Information Evening Tuesday 17 November 2020

Year 7 Enrolment Information Evening Tuesday 16 February 2021 

2022 YEAR 7 ACADEMY & EXCELLENCE PROGRAM KEY DATES Round 1 (Term 1 - 2021)

Year 7 Academy & Excellence programs applications due Friday 26 February 2021  Year 7 Academy & Excellence Testing & Trial Week 1 March - 5 March 2021

Year 7 Academy & Excellence Programs Scholarships announced Friday 26 March 2021Round 2 (Term 2 - 2021)

Year 7 Academy & Excellence programs applications due Friday 21 May 2021Acceptance letters sent to students Friday 25 June  2021

Round 3 (Term 3 - 2021)Year 7 Academy & Excellence programs applications due Friday 13 August 2021  

Acceptance letters sent to students Friday 17 September 2021 

The Department of Education and Training Trading as Education Queensland International (EQI) | CRICOS Provider No: 00608A

KEEBRA PARK STATE HIGH SCHOOL

Anne Street Southport, QLD 4215Phone: (07) 5509 2555info@keebraparkshs.eq.edu.aukeebraparkshs.eq.edu.au/enrolmentsfacebook.com/Keebraparkshs/