Banksia Park International High School Introduction

School facilities and resources

• Library with internet access and ESL resources.
• IBM computer networked laboratories throughout the school
• Senior school complex
• Integrated business studies centre
• Sporting facilities include gymnasium, extensive grassed soccer, football and cricket playing fields, tennis and basketball courts
• Espresso coffee shop for senior students
• International student program suite
• Conference centre and seminar rooms

Strong focus areas

• Global Citizens Program
• International Tourism and Hospitality
• Mathematics
• International Business

Special interest programs

• Gifted and talented education program

Languages

• English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Chinese
• German
• Other languages available by negotiation through the School of Languages

Student support services

• ESL support
• School director of international education
• International student focus person
• Bilingual assistants
• International student tutors
• Government authorised homestay program within our own community
• Career pathways and academic course counselling
• School chaplain
• Student friendship group

Recent school awards and achievements

Sporting activities

• Tennis
• Soccer
• Basketball
• Aquatics
• Athletics

Co-curricular opportunities

• National academic competitions in maths, science and computing
• Special immersion language programs for high school students on the university campus
• Music, dance and drama performances

Industry and training partnerships

Community alliances

• The local City Mayor is a strong supporter of our school, providing welcome receptions and functions for international students
• Local enterprise and industry - vocational opportunities network

International programs

• Intensive Secondary English Program
• High School Program
• Study Abroad Program
• Study Tours

Sister School Relationships