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Palm Beach Currumbin State High

Three reasons to choose us

  1. ​​Exceptional educational facilities and the best location on the Gold Coast
  2. Programs that develop every student’s unique talents and enhance their education
  3. An outstanding international program that has been running for many years​
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Principal's welcome

I would like to extend a warm welcome to all International students wishing to study at Palm Beach Currumbin (PBC) State High.

I am very proud of our international program and the special opportunities it provides to students. We aim to assist every student to achieve their full potential and our mission is reflected in our school’s motto of 'Nil Sed Optima—Nothing but the Best'.

We do this by providing an extensive choice of subjects including academic, sporting and creative arts Excellence programs which add to the richness of the educational experience.

Our dedicated staff are there to support you in all aspects of the program. You will find our staff and students friendly, approachable; they share a love of our school. I would like to invite you to experience the wonderful culture of PBC and look forward to the honour of welcoming you to our community soon.​

School overview

Number of students

Year school established

School website

Palm Beach Currumbin State High School is located on the beautiful Gold Coast in South East Queensland.

We offer you a caring, supportive and inclusive environment.

We are proud of our record of academic, sporting and artistic achievement and we believe in recognising and celebrating hard work, effort and high achievement.

As we are a large school, our many highly trained and experienced teachers deliver a wide range of diverse programs and opportunities including many that are not available at any other Gold Coast school.

We use the latest technologies including our aquaculture centre and laboratories.

Our partnerships with Griffith, Bond University and Southern Cross University provide you with unique and flexible pathways into tertiary education.

EQI programs offered

HS
High School
HSA
High School Study Abroad

Special programs

  • Academic Excellence (Years 7–10)
  • Sports Excellence (Years 7–12)
  • Nationally acclaimed sports excellence program in 11 sports
  • Unique marine studies and aquatic practices programs, with over 100+ watercraft
  • Dance, drama and music extension​
  • Creative Arts Excellence (dance, drama, music) (Years 7–12)​​

Extracurricular activities

  • Instrumental music
  • School musical
  • Debating
  • Inter-school team and individual sports competitions
  • Dance and drama
  • Learn to surf
  • Student trips—Tangalooma, Lady Elliot Island and Sydney

School facilities

  • Auditorium
  • Boatshed
  • Dance studios
  • Drama theatre
  • Engineering workshops
  • Design hub
  • Art precinct
  • Multimedia conference theatre
  • Recording studio
  • Science laboratories
  • Tennis courts
  • Trade training centre
  • Adjacent swimming pool access
  • Sport complex​

Tertiary pathways

  • Griffith University Partnership—early start uni program
  • Bond University partnership—early start uni program
  • Southern Cross University partnership—early start uni program

All of our partnerships allow students to undertake 'student for a semester' programs.

All PBC graduates will also be eligible to apply for direct or guaranteed admission to these institutions.​

Languages

  • ​Span​ish

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 16 May 2025