Established 1979
Year Levels 7-12
Male & Female
Homestay
At Burnside State High School, we are a multi award-winning school located at the base of the Blackall Ranges in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland.
We are 20 minutes from beautiful beaches and located near major tourist attractions so you can enjoy both the beautiful hinterland environment and some of the best surfing beaches in Australia.
Choose from our diverse and exciting curriculum including technology, the arts, science, sports and recreation.
We nurture a culture of respect, friendliness and passion for life with a strong focus on family and community. Our school warmly welcomes international students.
Download the full EQI school subjects list.
School facilities
- Music recording studio
- Indoor sports facility
- Gymnasium including weights
- Rugby and soccer fields
- Covered tennis and basketball courts
- Languages Other Than English (LOTE)/international building
- State-of-the-art performing arts centre completed 2025
Special programs
- Volleyball Excellence program (Years 7–10)
- Senior recreational studies—surfing, rock climbing and other outdoor activities (Years 11–12)
- Trade training centre—hospitality (Years 9–12)
- Instrumental music and music industry programs (Years 7–12)
- Dance company (Years 7–12)
- Headstart and Tertiary Preparation programs with the University of the Sunshine Coast (USC) (Years 11–12)
- International Students Orientation program
- International Students Buddy program
- International Cultural Immersion program
- Beacon Leadership program (Year 10)
- 1:1 laptop program for senior students
- Inter-school sport (Years 7–12)
- Certificate III in Aviation Remote Pilot
School Entry Requirements
| Year 7 | Year 8 | Year 9 | Year 10 | Year 11 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HSP 1 | HSP 1 | HSP 3 | HSP 4 | HSP 5 |
HSP refers to BROWNS High School Preparation program.
