Print feature page   Add to shortlist   The Gap State High School     The Gap State High School 1020 Waterworks Road The Gap, QLD 4061 Tel: 07 3511 3888 Email: the.principal@thegapshs.eq.edu.au Website: www.thegapshs.eq.edu.au Key Details Type: Government Level: Secondary Gender: Coed Religious Affiliation: Non-Denominational Learning Extension: Yes International Students: Yes Our Vision The Gap State High School is dedicated to educating the whole person in a supportive local school community. Our Mission We aim to provide a dynamic, co-educational environment founded on sound, innovative and research based teaching practice. In this context we encourage parents to work closely with us to ensure young people in our care develop their unique potential and use their knowledge and abilities to create a better future for all. Our School The Gap State High School has been proudly educating students within the north western suburbs since it first opened in 1960. The school is nestled on an attractive, sloping site at the base of Mt Coot-tha. The grounds provide a pleasant environment for students and teachers alike, with parcels of natural bushland, rolling grassed areas and a large oval. The Gap State High School has a clear focus on the development of knowledge and skills in the areas of leadership, communication and the use of technology as well as providing a variety of experiences designed to enhance individual sporting and artistic ability. Academic The Gap High has a history of strong academic performances, with student achievement data well above state and national benchmarks. Excelling Artistically From an artistic perspective, the school offers an extensive program including Fine Arts, Film and Television, Media Studies, Drama and Music, incorporating classroom acceleration extension and instrumental programs. In the 2010 Showcase Awards The Gap High won the award in the Academic Excellence category for its AMPed: Music Theory into BEST Practice program. The school also offers an extension program in Chinese Mandarin. Leadership The Gap Outdoor Adventure and Leadership Studies (GOALS) has been developed as a core program in Years 8 to 12, complementing the school’s academic curriculum and equipping students for the ever-changing modern world by delivering a holistic educational experience. GOALS aims to develop students’ potential for life success while developing personal and social competencies and leadership skills. This program won the Showcase Award in Leadership in 2005 and a Queensland Outdoor Recreation Federation Award in 2010.   Announcements: Junior Secondary School Our school has been selected to pilot Year 7 entering high school in 2013. The school will develop a distinct Junior Secondary Sub-school Year 7 to Year 9 to coincide with this educational evolution in Queensland schools. Find out more about the school Extensive information about The Gap State High School’s offerings can be found on our website. Families are also encouraged to visit the school on Open Night, Thursday 24 May (4.00PM - 7.00PM) or to make an appointment to join a school tour held once each term, in order to appreciate the benefits and vibrancy of our learning community, and how we can best serve the educational needs of your child. More Information For general or enrolment enquiries please use the form below or contact the school directly. More Information: For general or enrolment enquiries please use the form below or contact the school directly. Name: * Email: * Phone: Enquiry: Location: