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Maryborough State High School

Three reasons to choose us

  1. ​A smaller program so you get to know the locals.
  2. A friendly and caring school community with all the support an International student requires.
  3. Perfect location, a big country town only 25km (15 miles) and an easy bus ride to the beach.​
Students in their blazers outside Students in sports Students in a wood work class Student doing live production Student applying makeup on another student with a teacher helping School music performance School buildings

Principal's welcome

Welcome to Maryborough State High School—a school where tradition meets innovation, and every student is valued, developed and empowered.

Located in the heritage city of Maryborough, on Queensland’s beautiful Fraser Coast, our school offers a unique and enriching experience for international students. With a proud history dating back to 1881, Maryborough State High School combines academic excellence with a warm and supportive community.

As a student here, you will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in Australian culture while enjoying a safe, friendly and inclusive environment. Our dedicated staff are committed to helping you achieve your personal and academic goals. Whether you are interested in science, the arts, sports, technology or leadership, we offer programs that will inspire and challenge you.

Maryborough State High School provides modern facilities, innovative learning spaces, and a wide range of co-curricular activities. Our strong ties to the local community and partnerships with universities and industry mean you will gain valuable skills and experiences that extend beyond the classroom.

We look forward to welcoming you to our school and supporting you as you discover all that Maryborough, Queensland and Australia have to offer.​

School overview

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Year school established

School website

Since 1881, Maryborough State High School has exemplified excellence in education. Our school community is proud to be part of the outstanding 144-year commitment to educating students, both in terms of academic outcomes and their development as lifelong learners.

Today, Maryborough State High School offers a flexible learning environment exemplified by our students having opportunities to engage in a variety of academic, sporting, cultural and community programs.

Set in the stunning Fraser Coast, Maryborough is immersed in history. Only a short drive to Hervey Bay and the beautiful beaches provides the gateway to K'gari. Hervey Bay is a unique location for humpback whales—there is no place like Hervey Bay on any other humpback migratory path anywhere in the world.

EQI programs offered

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High School
RSA
Regional Study Abroad

Special programs

  • Soccer Academy (only regional school with links to Brisbane Roar Football Club)
  • Hockey, soccer, basketball, netball and rugby academies
  • Large range of nationally recognised training courses on offer at the school

Extracurricular activities

  • Rowing (only school on the Fraser Coast)
  • Fraser Pop—a pop culture festival organised and managed on-site by Diploma of Business students
  • Hockey, soccer, basketball, netball and rugby teams
  • Community events and representation
  • School play
  • Music and the arts showcase
  • Instrumental music program​

School facilities

  • New, state-of-the-art performing arts block
  • New outdoor sporting fields
  • Trade training centre
  • Fully air-conditioned classrooms
  • Hair salon training facility
  • Commercial kitchen and restaurant facilities
  • Refurbished and modernised classrooms
  • Local history museum
  • Indigenous garden​

Tertiary pathways

  • Connectivity and partnerships with University of the Sunshine Coast adjacent to the school
  • TAFE Queensland pathways

Languages

  • Japanese
  • Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian and Spanish via distance education​

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 16 September 2025