Nambour State College

Principal's Welcome

Welcome to Nambour State College, located between the subtropical Blackall Ranges of the hinterland and the majestic golden beaches of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland.

Our students experience a vibrant 24/7 learning hub that embraces technology and global connectivity. We have a strong, proud tradition of academic excellence, with former Prime Minister Mr Kevin Rudd being a past student. Our students are global influencers, creating the future and making their mark on our world.

The College is a friendly, warm and welcoming place for international students and our dedicated support team of highly skilled, caring people are excellent mentors.

We inspire students to reach their full potential, exceed their expectations as a learner and reach their career goals. The College offers high quality education for a diverse range of learners, in a safe environment. We will support you to excel in your chosen pathway, nurturing independence, compassion, innovation and global citizenship.

School Information

Year established: 2016
Number of students: 1500

Nambour State College sits within the beautiful green valleys of the Sunshine Coast hinterland, close to beaches and at the foot of the magnificent Blackall Range.

Originally established in 1936 as Nambour State High School, in 2016 the College began welcoming students from primary age to Year 12 to study at its large and well-resourced junior and senior campuses.

Nambour SC students can choose from an extensive range of academic programs along with a wide choice of sports and extracurricular activities. An on-campus school farm supports the delivery of the College’s agricultural science program. As a Registered Training Organisation, Nambour SC also offers a number of nationally recognised vocational subjects such as business, hospitality, rural operations, visual arts and tourism.

The college’s experienced and dedicated staff ensure students are well supported to focus on their studies and reach their full potential.

University or vocational pathways

Head Start program with University of Sunshine Coast and Central Queensland University

School facilities

Junior and Senior campuses

Science laboratories

Technology centre

Industrial technology and design facilities and professional kitchens

Performing arts hall and auditorium

Farm and agricultural facilities

Sports courts (tennis, basketball, volleyball)

Sports grounds (soccer, rugby, athletics)

Gym

‘Thunderdome’ volleyball facility

Swimming pool

International study room

Coffee shop

Wireless internet access

Extracurricular activities

After school study program, homework club and tutoring

School musicals and performances

Instrumental music (strings, woodwind, percussion)

Public speaking and interschool debating

Interschool sports competitions

Academic competitions

Leadership programs

Community projects, Rotary Interact Club, Lions Youth of the Year

School camps, leadership camp and excursions

School trips (Italy, Japan, skiing)

Cattle and horse showing at agricultural shows

Languages

Japanese

Italian

Other languages via Distance Education

Special programs

Accelerated studies for gifted students to work in higher year programs

Leadership programs for students in Years 4-12

Volleyball Excellence programs (National Champions)

Science Technology Engineering Art and Maths (STEAM) programs - Years P-12 including robotics coding

Agricultural science

School farm including miniature horse program

Vocational Education and Training (VET) certificate programs

Aquatic practices

Dance, music and drama specialist studies

Film, TV and new media

Laptop program Years 7-12

iPad program P-6

Tuition Fees (2020)*

Prep - Year 6 = $13,372 per year

Year 7 - 10 = $14,640 per year

Year 11 - 12 = $16,552 per year

* Indicative fees only. Other fees or levies may apply. Please visit EQI for full fee schedule: https://eqi.com.au/study-options/fees

School Entry Requirements

Prep - Year 6				Year 7	Year 8	Year 9	Year 10	Year 11
PSP 1	PSP 2	PSP 3	PSP 4	HSP 1	HSP 1	HSP 2	HSP 3	HSP 4

*PSP refers to BROWNS Primary School Preparation program. HSP refers to BROWNS High School Preparation program

Disclaimer: The information and data in this webpage is subject to change without notice. Before submitting your application, if you are interested in:

a particular subject, sport, program or extracurricular activity offered by an EQI school; or

particular school facilities;

please contact EQI or the school directly to confirm it will be offered and/or available in the year you intend to study.

Last updated: 01/08/2019