Redbank Plains State High School

 

 

 

 

 

Redbank Plains State High School

Corner Willow and Keidges Roads
Redbank Plains, QLD 4301
Tel: 07 3432 1222
Email:
the.principal@redbplaishs.eq.edu.au
Website:
www.redbplaishs.eq.edu.au

Key Details
Type: Government
Level: Secondary
Gender: Coed
Religious Affiliation: Non-Denominational
Learning Extension: Yes
Scholarships: Yes
Performing Arts Academy: Yes
Sporting Academy: Yes

…For outstanding academic opportunities

Redbank Plains State High School offers great academic opportunities to students including:
• Broad range of OP subjects designed to maximise opportunities and assist students in the transition from secondary education to tertiary education
• University study opportunities in Year 11 and 12
• Expert teachers
• Curriculum differentiation
• After-school Homework Centre including tutoring program for all students, fully funded by P&C

…For professional and vocational pathways

Redbank Plains State High School offers a broad range of professional and vocational pathways such as:
• Comprehensive and diverse school-based Apprenticeship program
• Broad range nationally accredited VET Certificate courses
• Full time staff dedicated to identifying pathway opportunities for non-OP students
• Established network of support staff offering career guidance, student support and work sampling and Work Experience opportunities

…For cultural and creative excellence

Redbank Plains State High School allows for creative expression through:
• Vibrant Performing and Visual Arts programs
• Dance and Drama extension classes
• Award-winning Dance programs – participation in local and metropolitan eisteddfods and competitions
• Cultural performance groups appearing at many school and community events

…For sporting success

Redbank Plains State High School is known for its sporting success:
• Ipswich’s premier school offering Sports Development Programmes in Rugby League, Soccer and Volleyball
• Champions in Greater Ipswich School Sports Competitions
• Partnership arrangements with Ipswich Rugby League and Brisbane Lions

…For supportive staff, parent and community involvement

Redbank Plains State High School offers a supportive environment for students:
• Highly qualified, experienced staff committed to maximising outcomes for EVERY student
• Regular written reports and interview opportunities for parents
• Principal Information Sessions held at various events throughout the year
• Active and supportive Parents and Citizens’ Association

…For student wellbeing and discipline

Redbank Plains State High School focusses on student wellbeing and through:
• High Performance is Everyone’s Business – the guiding mantra of everyone in the school community
• High expectations of performance, attendance, uniform and behaviour
• Dedicated student leadership culture and development programs
• Attendance monitored closely by specialist teachers and support staff
• SMS messaging informing parents of student absences
• Access teachers and Year Level Coordinators ensuring daily contact and support for all students
• Extensive student support programs – Guidance Counsellors, School-based Youth Health Nurse, School-based Police Officer, Community Liaison Officer – Attendance ,Chaplain, Indigenous Community Education Counsellor, Pacific Islander Liaison Officer, Community Liaison Officer for African Students.
• Curricular and extra-curricular excursions and camp programs
• Active Student Council with student representation across all Year Levels
• Student Ambassadors to assist new students settle in and become familiar with life as a student at Redbank Plains State High School
• Interstate and international educational, cultural and sporting tours

 

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Why Redbank Plains State High School?

Our guiding mantra at Redbank Plains State High School is ‘High Performance is Everyone’s Business’.
As a school community we are committed and passionate about enabling our students to perform at their highest individual level. We see this in our classrooms, around the school and in our wider community every day, all day.
Being part of the National Partnership program has provided the school with numerous opportunities that have been transformational in education practices and student outcomes. Redbank Plains State High School is set to become a real powerhouse in the provision of leading edge education and career opportunities which attracts students from our Ipswich community.

We look forward to seeing your child kick start their secondary education by learning first… and leading tomorrow! at Redbank Plains State High School.

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