We offer programs for students living outside Australia who want to study the Queensland curriculum and later attend the best universities in Australia and around the world.
These programs are internationally recognised and are offered by us and the
Queensland Curriculum and Assessment Authority (QCAA) through Queensland recognised schools.
Queensland recognised schools
A Queensland recognised school delivers Queensland's Year 11 and 12 senior curriculum and assessments, including Year 12 certification. This means eligible students get a Senior Education Profile, which may include a
Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) and a Senior Statement or Statement of Results from QCAA and an Australlian Tertiary Admisision Rank (ATAR) from the
Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).
The QCE qualifies students for entry into universities in Australia or around the world.
Queensland recognised schools include:
Australian International School, Sharjah
Location: United Arab of Emirates
The Australian International School (AIS) Sharjah is a private school in Sharjah, in the United Arab Emirates. It was formed through an arrangement between the Al Sharif Investment Trading Group and the Queensland Government in 2005. In 2011, it became the first Queensland recognised school.
The school is for locals and expatriates. It is located in the Sharjah University City Complex, close to the Dubai border and a short distance to the Knowledge Village—a group of international and local tertiary education providers.
Known for its high standards in education, AIS Sharjah was given the 'Excellence in Internationalising the School Curriculum' Award at the 2017 Department of Education International (DEi) Conference. The school develops global citizens, one student being awarded a 'Global Student Leadership Award' at a DEi Conference.
Find out more about
Australian International School Sharjah.
Hangzhou Dongfang High School
Location: People's Republic of China
Hangzhou Dongfang High School was set up in 1994 as an affiliate to the Middle School of Zhejiang University. It is a private school with full boarding facilities, well-equipped classrooms, laboratories and sports facilities.
The school is located in the great West Lake District in Hangzhou City, Zhejiang Province, and became a Queensland recognised school in 2012. The school was given the 'Excellence of a School in Internationalising the School Curriculum' Award at the 2018 Department of Education International Conference.
Lihir International School
Location: Papua New Guinea
Lihir International School is a Kindergarten to Year 10 Queensland licensed school on Lihir Island in the New Ireland Province of Papua New Guinea (PNG). The student population is approximately 75% Papua New Guinean, 20% Australian, and a small number from other countries.
The school's agreement with us and their registration with the PNG Department of Education means students study blended lessons and assessments based on the Australian Curriculum.
The school has a strong partnership with its community and is the focus of many well-supported community events.
Staff at Lihir International School have high expectations of students and challenge them to be successful, enquiring learners while acknowledging individual differences and learning needs.
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Lihir International School.
Nauru Secondary School
Location: Republic of Nauru
In 2013, we entered into an agreement with the Department of Education, Republic of Nauru, and the Nauru Secondary School was given the status of Queensland recognised school. It is a sustainable and effective learning organisation that aims to improve learning outcomes for all Nauruan students.
Qingdao Guokai Middle School
Location: People's Republic of China
Qingdao Guokai Middle School is a private school founded in 2002 by Guokai Education Group, the most prominent education group in Shandong Province. The school adheres to the school motto of 'respecting people, loving the industry and constantly striving for self-improvement' and takes 'implementing wonderful education and achieving a happy life' as the education goal. The school became a Queensland recognised school in 2016.
New Taipei Yuteh Private School
Location: Taiwan
New Taipei Yuteh Private School is a bilingual school in the Tucheng District, New Taipei City. Established in 2001, the school includes a nursery, kindergarten, junior and senior school. It became a Queensland recognised school in 2018.
Students learn in a multicultural setting where they can develop a broad view of the world. Nurturing cultural pride and identity is retained by the students attending diverse international exchange and immersion programs.
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New Taipei Yuteh Private School.
Wuxi Foreign Language School
Location: People's Republic of China
Located at the foot of Mount Xihui on the beautiful coast of Lake Taihu, Wuxi Foreign Language School was founded in 1998. The school is known for its dynamic collaboration with prestigious overseas educational institutions, adopting superior bilingual programs and establishing itself as a distinguished language-focused educational facility. The school became a Queensland recognised school in 2023.
Surrounded by natural beauty, the school serves more than 7,000 students from kindergarten through Year 12, offering them an enriching and enjoyable educational atmosphere that promotes their overall well-being. With a devoted team of over 600 staff members, including both Chinese and international educators, Wuxi Foreign Language School is dedicated to delivering meticulous education and support, aiming to enhance the individual growth of each student.
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Wuxi Foreign Language School.
Tianmen Huatai Middle School
Location: People's Republic of China
Founded in autumn 2005 in Hubei Province, Tianmen Hangzhou Huatai Middle School is a distinguished private school, providing a comprehensive educational experience from kindergarten through Year 12. The school adopts an educational ethos, emphasizing the consistent growth and evolution of its students. Its core mission is to 'Support student development, meet parental expectations, and contribute positively to societal progress.'
Tianmen Huatai Middle School is distinguished within Hubei Province for its educational prowess, known as a leading private education brand and an exemplary private education entity. It has been honoured with the 'Hubei Province Civilized Campus' accolade for 3 successive years. A noteworthy highlight in December 2023 was its designation as a Queensland recognised school, further cementing its status in the field of education.
More information
For more information on Queensland’s curriculum offshore delivery or to become a Queensland recognised school, please email
internationalprojects@qed.qld.gov.au or call +61 7 3513 5708.
Read the
offshore programs school profile handbook for more information about studying at a Queensland recognised school.