Junior Secondary (Years 7–9) Junior Secondary provides the foundation for success in senior schooling. Our contemporary approach to curriculum, assessment and teaching ensures every student is supported to transition confidently from primary school and remain on track throughout the junior years. Grounded in evidence-informed practice, our approach to Junior Secondary model promotes academic growth, student wellbeing and a strong sense of belonging. Students are encouraged to develop independence, resilience and pride in their learning while building the skills needed for future pathways. Students in Years 7 and 8 study a broad curriculum while exploring their interests through a rotation of specialist elective subjects, including: - Agriculture
- Manual Arts
- Visual Arts
- Technologies
This approach provides students with rich learning experiences across a range of disciplines before making more specialised subject choices. In Year 9, students begin shaping their own learning journey by selecting elective subjects aligned with their interests, strengths and future aspirations. Students across Junior Secondary can also participate in Instrumental Music and a range of lunchtime clubs and activities, providing opportunities to discover new interests, build friendships and develop leadership beyond the classroom. Innovative Learning Our curriculum continues to evolve to meet the changing needs of students and our community. Agriculture and Technology As Queensland's Agricultural School of Excellence, agriculture is embedded across Years 7–12 through authentic, hands-on learning experiences. Students engage with contemporary agricultural practices while developing practical problem-solving skills through the integration of Agriculture, Design Technologies and Digital Technologies. STRIVE STRIVE (St George Resilience, Integrity and Virtue Education) is our wellbeing and character education program. Through explicit teaching, students develop the social, emotional and communication skills needed to succeed at school and beyond, with a focus on resilience, teamwork, leadership and personal responsibility. Sport and Recreation Recreational sport is embedded across Years 7–10, encouraging active participation, teamwork and healthy lifestyles. Students have opportunities to build confidence, develop lifelong fitness habits and strengthen their connection to the school community through sport and physical activity.
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