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  • Education Queensland International

Rochedale State High School

Three reasons to choose us

  1. ​Well-established, welcoming school environment with quality facilities.
  2. Strong academic focus, broad range of subjects and close relationships with universities and TAFE colleges.
  3. High level of student support provided by a professional team.​
Students in front of Aboriginal artwork School sheep under tree Front of school

Principal's welcome

It gives me great pleasure to write the opening comments for our school page.

Although our school is quite close to Brisbane's CBD, until recently it has remained isolated as a semi-rural pocket. Rochedale State High School is now growing quickly. The historical isolation has contributed uniquely to the nurturing and development of a very strong sense of community. This quality is appealing and families are attracted to it.

Any visitor to the school will comment on the school's purposeful tone, respectful relationships, well behaved students and a synergy where all stakeholders are working towards a common goal. Standards are high. Academic excellence is embraced. We promote the school motto of preparing our students to 'perform for every stage'. Whether it be academic, vocational education, the arts, agriculture or acclaimed sporting achievements, there are diverse options for student to ensure their future pathway has a solid foundation. Enjoy learning about our school.

'Destiny is not a matter of chance; it is a matter of choice.'

Elena Itsikson

Principal​

School overview

Number of students

Year school established

School website

Rochedale State High School is on the southern edge of Brisbane, 20 minutes by public transport to Brisbane city, 45 minutes to the Gold Coast. Our friendly, safe campus is on a large area of land with trees, wildlife and school farm.

Our school is organised into Junior (Years 7–9) and Senior (Years 10–12) sub-schools. We partner with universities and training organisations and help you plan your future.

We have wide curriculum offerings, and extracurricular activities including our unmanned aerial vehicle program, 3 signature programs, homework club and international student excursions.

You can also join in university activities such as young achievers, future leaders and Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) excursions.​

EQI programs offered

HS
High School
HSA
High School Study Abroad

Special programs

  • Rochedale Academy of Sport (RAS)—touch football, volleyball, basketball and netball
  • Performing arts excellence program APEX—dance, drama, instrumental music and visual art
  • STEM program
  • Aquatic practices
  • Agricultural Science program—school farm
  • Engineering, fitness, furnishing, construction and hospitality certificate courses and business certificate courses​

Extracurricular activities

  • Study tour program
  • Inter-school sport, musical and cultural programs
  • Agricultural shows
  • Human-powered vehicles
  • STEM including F1 in schools
  • International student excursion​

School facilities

  • Trade training academy, specialising in engineering/manufacturing
  • Modern technology facilities
  • Multimedia, film and television studio
  • Dance and performance auditorium
  • Operational agricultural school farm
  • Science centre with specialist chemistry, physics and biology facilities
  • Multi-level, modern junior secondary centre
  • Recording studio
  • State of the art sports centre (opened in 2024)
  • Library learning hub
  • Coffee shop
  • Canteen serving hot and cold food daily​

Tertiary pathways

Link programs:

  • The University of Queensland (UQ)
  • Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
  • Griffith University (GU)
  • University of Southern Queensland (USQ)

Languages

  • Chinese (Year 7–12)​

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