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Cleveland District State High School

Three reasons to choose us

  1. ​Strong academic focus with a broad range of subjects, including a reputation for excellence in the fields of languages, creative arts and sport
  2. High level of support provided by a professional team
  3. Ideal location with easy access to the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and beautiful North Stradbroke Island​
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Principal's welcome

Welcome to Cleveland District State High School, where we care deeply about the intellectual, social and emotional development of our students.

We are passionate about our vision of 'Preparing students to meet the future' by delivering an equitable world-class education as a proud state school.

Our school is acknowledged in Australia as a pioneer in the utilisation of digital resources and tools to create unique opportunities for our students. We are recognised as leaders in developing global perspectives to provide students with a deeper understanding of our world.​

School overview

Number of students

Year school established

School website

Cleveland District State High School is located at the gateway to Brisbane city and beautiful North Stradbroke Island.

Here, you will be part of an exceptional community with highly skilled educators in a supportive learning environment where international students are warmly welcomed.

Our school has built many partnerships with industry, universities, TAFE, community groups, sporting and cultural organisations to allow students additional opportunities and advantages.​

EQI programs offered

HS
High School
HSA
High School Study Abroad
IB
International Baccalaureate

Special programs

  • International baccalaureate diploma programme (Years 10–12)
  • International baccalaureate Pamoja subjects offered online (fees apply)
  • Excellence programs in creative arts, languages and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)
  • Excellence programs in football, volleyball, basketball and touch football
  • Language centre of excellence
  • Confucius classroom
  • Marine science
  • Agriculture, horticulture
  • Film and new media
  • Individualised English as a Second Language (ESL) tutoring
  • Science research and technology
  • Sport officiating
  • Certificate III aviation skills (drone technology—external provider)
  • Certificate in fitness​

Extracurricular activities

  • Educational, cultural and sporting tours to Europe, USA, Vanuatu, Vietnam, Japan and Lady Elliot Island (Years 10–12)
  • Choir, drama club and dance teams
  • Sixteen instrumental musical ensembles, from beginner to advanced
  • Debating and public speaking
  • Photography and media club​

School facilities

  • Gymnasium
  • School farm
  • Football (soccer) fields
  • Creative arts precinct
  • Industry standard film/media facilities
  • Industry standard dance, drama and music resources
  • Multipurpose sporting hall

Tertiary pathways

Griffith University, University of Queensland and Queensland University of Technology (early admission and enrolment)

Languages

  • French
  • Japanese
  • Chinese (Mandarin)
  • Jandai (Indigenous languages—​junior school)​​

Homestay and accommodation

By living with an Australian host family international students become part of the local community and have a fantastic opportunity to practise their English in a safe and caring home environment.

Students have their own bedroom with study facilities, three meals a day, and access to transport to and from school, and to school activities.

Read more about homestay and accommodation options.

Holiday adventure programs

Holiday adventure programs are an exciting and safe way for students to travel and sightsee during school holidays.

All holiday adventures are fully guided and escorted by qualified teachers and staff to ensure student safety.

Find out more about our holiday adventure programs.

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Disclaimer

The information and data in this webpage is subject to change without notice. Before submitting your application, if you are interested in:

  • a particular subject, sport, program or extracurricular activity offered by an EQI school; or
  • particular school facilities;

please contact EQI or the school directly to confirm it will be offered and/or available in the year you intend to study.
Last updated 07 November 2025