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Coombabah State High School

Three reasons to choose us

  1. ​​​​​​​​​A safe, supportive and inclusive environment to thrive academically, socially and personally, with diverse pathways such as sports excellence, university preparation and cultural tours.
  2. Part of the Northern Collegiate schools network. Our dedicated teaching team are experts in their field and genuinely care about our students.
  3. Located in a unique natural environment that is home to an abundance of wildlife, including kangaroos and koalas.

Principal's welcome

Welcome to Coombabah State High School's international program.

It is with great pride and excitement that I welcome you to Coombabah State High School and our International Study Program. By choosing to study with us, you are joining a community dedicated to preparing young people for their roles in an expanding global society.

Located on the beautiful Gold Coast, our school offers high-quality education in one of the world’s most dynamic and welcoming environments. We recognise the significance of your decision to study in Australia and are committed to making your time here happy, safe and successful.

At Coombabah State High School, our vision is clear: Together we innovate, empower and excel. As an International Study School from 2026, we are proud to embrace cultural diversity, providing every student with the skills, confidence and resilience to achieve their aspirations.

What makes our school unique is its natural setting. Sharing our campus with kangaroos and koalas offers a distinctly Australian experience and reminds us of the importance of protecting our environment.

Your journey here will open doors to lifelong friendships, cultural exchange, and future opportunities. I encourage you to immerse yourself in school life, embrace new experiences, and share your culture with our community.

Welcome to the Coombabah SHS family—where we shape the future, one student at a time.

School overview

Number of students

Year school established

School website

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EQI programs offered

HS
High School
HSA
High School Study Abroad

Special programs

  • iGniTe excellence programs in a​cademic
  • Visual arts
  • Dance
  • Health and science, and rugby league
  • English as an Additional Language/Dialect (EAL/D) support
  • Robotics
  • International student excursions to Tangalooma, Cairns, Sydney and so on. (seasonal)
  • Bi-annual trips to Japan and Italy​

Extracurricular activities

  • Chess
  • A variety of different sports
  • Kokoda challenge
  • Writer's festival
  • Robotics
  • Instrumental music
  • Kapa Haka club
  • Theme park day trips
  • Career expo in partnership with Griffith University
  • Dance and performing a​rts showcases

School facilities

  • Commercial kitchen facility
  • Kinesiology lab
  • Cultural Hub
  • 27 hectares of green space
  • Indoor gymnasium and sports centre
  • Performing arts centre
  • Outdoor tennis courts
  • International space
  • Excellent tuckshop
  • Industrial and technology design workshops
  • Partnership with Runaway Bay sporting complex​

Tertiary pathways

  • TAFE
  • Bond University
  • Griffith University
  • Southern Cross University
  • VET courses

Languages

  • Italian
  • Japanes​e

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.

Contact details

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 30 January 2026