Cairns State High School overview

Since 1917 Cairns SHS has served and will continue to serve the diverse needs of generations of Cairns families. The school has a reputation for academic excellence supplemented by outstanding achievements in the areas of Music, Performing and Visual Arts, and Sport. Cairns SHS is committed to developing flexible, innovative programs which are responsive to the needs of students in a rapidly changing environment.

The development of high quality vocational programs, the integration of technology into all aspects of learning and the focus on delivering an international curriculum are current examples of this commitment.


3 reasons to choose cairns state high school

• The school’s philosophy and objectives are based on traditional values
• There is a range of sensitive and responsive student services including English as a Second Language support. These ensure a safe and supportive school environment for all students.
• The school is strongly committed to developing Internationalism across the school.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS

• Aerospace studies
• Excellence programs
• Marine and aquatic studies
• Multimedia studies
• Photo-imaging studies
• Recreational studies and tourism

EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• ‘Battle of the Bands’
• Centre of Artistic Design fashion parade
• Charity events
• Dance and drama evenings
• International trips
• Swimming and Athletics Carnivals
• Instrumental music
• School musicals
• Rock eisteddfods
• Formal parades

languages

• German
• Japanese

SCHOOL FACILITIES

• Performing arts centre
• Laboratories – seven science labs, 14 computer labs, two multimedia labs
• Five art studios
• Sports complex
• Swimming pool
• Recording studio
• 12 school buildings and 37 classrooms
• 11 practical art rooms

tertiary pathways

• James Cook University – Dual Enrolment Scheme
• Tropical North Queensland TAFE – Dual Enrolment Scheme
• Bond University – Scholarship Program
• University of New South Wales – Cooperate Scholarships

AWARDS

• 5 High Distinctions, 28 Distinctions, 69 Credits – Australasian English Competition
• 1 High Distinction, 13 Distinctions, 6 credits – Australasian Writing Competition
• 6 High Distinctions, 41 Distinctions, 97 credits – ICAS school science competition
• 8 High Distinctions, 13 Distinctions – National Geography Competition
• 5 High Distinctions, 42 Distinctions, 95 Credits – Westpac National Maths Competition

other highlights

Cairns SHS was awarded international accreditation in March 2006 through the Council for International Schools. The school is currently seeking accreditation to offer the International Baccalaureate in 2009.

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