Burnett State College

Queensland, Australia

  • Day School

  • 1963

  • $ N/A-N/A

    • Australian

School History & Details

On January 26, 1963, Gayndah State High School debuted with 135 students enrolled. Mr. D L Dennis served as the Foundation Principal. Students had previously attended the Secondary Department and Rural School, which were a component of the Gayndah Primary School, until the Gayndah High School opened. With over 240 students enrolled in Years 7 through 12, the institution is currently known as The senior school also serves students who have finished their junior education in the Secondary Departments in Eidsvold, Mundubbera, and Biggenden, even though the junior school primarily serves the Gayndah District. Gayndah State High School and Wide Bay Institute of TAFE are incorporated into Burnett State College.

    School Values

  • Literacy & Numeracy mastery
  • School-wide Positive Behaviour
  • Indigenous awareness
  • Leadership growth
School Achievements

Achievements

Recognized regionally as a leading rural secondary centre with consistently high academic standards. Innovative vocational partnerships: hosting a Wide Bay TAFE annex offering certifications in engineering, hospitality, computing, etc.—a first in southeast QLD. Custom junior curriculum (Years 8–10), designed to engage students through unit-based, relevant learning. Strong VET and traineeship offerings, giving students real-world career pathways .
School Achievements

Non-Academic Achievements

Diverse sports programs: interschool rugby league, netball, touch, athletics, swimming, and a popular college “Thunder” mascot. Class sizes: maintain ideal student-to-teacher ratios (approx. 17 per class) for personalized attention. Focus on positive school culture: low suspension rates reflect a well-disciplined and supportive environment .

School Information

Burnett State College Campus is based at Pineapple St, Gayndah QLD 4625, Australia. 

Mr Simon Graham

Link

(07) 4161 3888

65 Pineapple Street Gayndah QLD 4625 Australia

Subjects & Curriculum Offered

  • History
  • Physical Education
  • Science
  • English

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