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Smithfield State High School

Three reasons to choose us

  1. ​​​​​​​​​Excellent extracurricular program with plenty of variety​
  2. Small cohort of international students, enabling greater integration
  3. Friendly school environment in a beautiful part of Queensland.
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Principal's welcome

It is with great pleasure that I welcome you to Tropical North Learning Academy Smithfield State High School. It is a privilege to be the Principal. We achieve quality outcomes, offer an extensive range of curriculum subjects, and strive to see every student succeed.

We operate as an Independent Public School and through the Tropical North Learning Academy work closely with our feeder primary schools, in particular Trinity Beach State School, and with James Cook University.

We are proud to offer an accredited International Student Program as a member of the Queensland Schools International network and currently are host to students from many parts of the world.

We have a proud record of students achieving high academic success with over 30% of our Year 12 leavers entering university. We also see many of our students achieving Vocational awards moving to successful career pathways.

We offer a caring and supportive environment for all our students. We will not shy away from our responsibility to look after and develop positive, active, thinking young people who understand the importance of being 'global citizens'.

I hope you enjoy browsing our web page. I am confident you will find Smithfield State High School a great school!

School overview

Number of students

Year school established

School website

At Smithfield State High School we are proud of our history of outstanding educational outcomes for students.

Our unique partnership with James Cook University (JCU) and Trinity Beach Primary School provides an uninterrupted pathway from primary school to university.

Our comprehensive curriculum also offers pathways to success and opportunities to develop 21st century skills.

We are located in the beautiful Northern Beaches area of Cairns, approximately 15km from the centre of Cairns.​

EQI programs offered

HS
High School
HSA
High School Study Abroad

Special programs

  • English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D)
  • Tertiary aspirations academy program with JCU
  • Philosophy in action course
  • Outdoor education—canoeing, abseiling, mountain biking, snorkelling, camping and hiking
  • Soccer academy
  • Netball academy
  • Jazz academy
  • Innovations programs
  • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) programs​

Extracurricular activities

  • Robotics
  • Scuba-diving courses
  • Instrumental music program
  • Student leadership programs
  • Variety of sports and inter-school competitions​

School facilities

  • International student hub
  • Student wellbeing hub
  • Centre of athlete development and performing arts
  • First-class science laboratories
  • Theatre and dance studios
  • Extensive indoor and outdoor sports facilities, including gym
  • Library and computer access
  • Makerspace technology room
  • STEM and innovation centre​

Tertiary pathways

  • Academic alliance with JCU
  • TAFE Queensland
  • Assistance with university scholarships applications

Languages

  • Distance education languages subject to availability​

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