Craigslea State High School prides itself in creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all students, while they work towards academic achievements and success. Our school has a diverse group of international students, with the current cohort including students from China, Vietnam, South Korea, Germany, Italy, Nauru, Laos and Japan. Our school is proud of the comprehensive and ongoing support that is offered to international students by school staff. International students are provided with support for their homestay, wellbeing, attendance, course progress, and behaviour. Our school also offers tailored English as Additional Language/Dialect support, and after-school tutorials.
Meet the Team
Orientation
Our school runs multiple orientations throughout the year, with the most important being the first day of school. During this Orientation Day, you will be supported with the following:
- General orientation for our school and homestay
- Setting up IT access
- Purchasing uniforms
- Subject selection
- School tour
- Introduction to teachers and other international students
Our school continues to offer support throughout the duration of all international student programs. We understand that it can be challenging to commence studies in a new country. The Head of Department and the International Student Coordinator will assist students to settle into their homestay and school life in Australia. After hours support is provided by homestay families, the International Student Coordinator, and by 1800 QSTUDY (1800 778 839), which is a 24/7 support line for international students, overseas parents, and homestays.
English as a Second Language (EALD)
My name is Amanda Handy and I am a qualified EALD teacher. It is my role to assist our International students in improving their English and attaining their goals.
Students are supported across all subject areas by qualified Teachers who work closely with me to help students achieve success in their studies. I work individually and with small groups of students as well as support them in many classes.
We also support our Year 11 and 12 Chinese students who wish to enrol for Chinese through Brisbane School of Distance Education.
Excursions and Events
Students will have the opportunity to go on multiple curriculum excursions throughout the year, for example: watching live theatre performances, visiting Tangalooma Island, and visiting museums and art galleries. Our school also offers several excursions and events exclusively to international students every year. Usually on the second last day of Term 1, 2, and 3, the international cohort goes out for the day to celebrate a successful term. Previous excursions included Australia Zoo, Movie World, Game Over and more. Our international staff also organise multiple pizza parties for international students each year. Through these events we attempt to foster belonging, and celebration amongst our international students. 
Department of Education
Trading as Education Queensland International (EQI)
CRICOS Provider Code: 00608A