Albany Creek State High

What Albany Creek State High does

Albany Creek State High School is a Queensland Government Independent Public School located in the northern Brisbane suburb of Albany Creek, operating from a bush setting on the corner of Albany Creek Road and Nellies Lane. Opened in January 1982, the school delivers secondary education across Years 7-12, with the first Year 12 cohort graduating in 1985. Core curricular delivery is supplemented by accredited Programs of Excellence in Football (soccer), The Arts Production and Performance (Visual Art, Instrumental Music, Dance), and Media Arts, plus a planned Australian Rules Football Program of Excellence launching with the 2027 Year 7 intake. Vocational pathways include Certificate III in Sport and Recreation delivered through Binnacle Training, a Special Education Program (Learning Connections), Guidance Officers, a school-based Youth Health Nurse, and chaplaincy services.

The school's technology footprint is built around a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) policy and standardised Queensland Department of Education platforms: Daymap for parent/student portal access to timetables, attendance, and reports; QLearn as the learning management system; QParents app for parent communication; and Qkr! app for payments covering uniform, tuckshop, and resource scheme fees. Administrative integrations include BPoint for credit-card payments, TryBooking for events, and the Oliver library management system. Partnerships span Football Australia (curriculum alignment), Queensland Academy of Sport (talent pathways), AFL Queensland and Aspley Hornets AFC (AFL program), Brisbane Lions (launch visibility), and Binnacle Training (vocational delivery).

Revenue mechanics are anchored in Queensland Department of Education operational funding, with secondary streams from annual resource scheme fees, venue hire of the 464-seat XPAC Performing Arts Centre and Multi-Purpose Centre, the P&C-operated uniform shop, the school tuckshop, and program-specific fees for the Programs of Excellence. Customer segments are dominated by local catchment-area families enrolling Years 7-12 students, plus secondary community use of facilities. Notable alumni include Pat Rafter (1988 attendee, former world No. 1 tennis), A-League players, national futsal and Joeys representatives, and a documented alumni pipeline into federal government, professional sport management, and post-graduate study.

Name

Albany Creek State High

Legal name

Albany Creek State High School

Website

https://albanycreekshs.eq.edu.au

Company type

Public

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Short description

Albany Creek State High School is a Queensland Government Independent Public School in northern Brisbane delivering Years 7-12 secondary education with accredited Programs of Excellence in Football, The Arts Production and Performance, and Media Arts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Educational Services (611), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Public High Schools (EDAJAAAD)

Keywords

• Secondary education
• School programs
• Academic curriculum
• Extracurricular programs
• Student support services

Headquarters

HQ city

Albany Creek

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Government Funding: As a Queensland Government state school, the primary revenue comes from Department of Education operational funding.
2. Resource Scheme: Annual resource scheme fees for students covering textbooks, materials, and resources. Details available on the resource scheme page.
3. Venue Hire: Hire of school facilities including the XPAC Performing Arts Centre (up to 464 seated guests), Multi-Purpose Centre (MPC) for indoor sports, and classrooms for meetings and training. Requires Public Liability Insurance ($20M minimum) and 7 working days approval.
4. Uniform Shop: P&C-operated uniform shop selling formal and sports uniforms, house polo items, and accessories. Operated via Qkr! app with online ordering and in-person pickup.
5. Tuckshop/Canteen: School canteen offering pre-ordered and walk-through meal options. Orders via Qkr! app with pickup at collection window. Also accepts walk-in orders.
6. Program of Excellence Fees: Specialized excellence programs (Football, Arts, Media Arts) may have additional program fees disclosed on application.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Albany Creek State High School is a Queensland Government Independent Public School delivering secondary education for Years 7–12, including a comprehensive academic curriculum, five Programs of Excellence (Football, Visual Art, Instrumental Music, Dance, Media Arts), vocational education (Certificate III in Sport and Recreation), and student wellbeing services. Additional services include venue hire of the XPAC Performing Arts Centre and Multi-Purpose Centre, a P&C-operated uniform shop, and a school tuckshop.

Product overview

Albany Creek State High School is a Queensland state secondary school offering a comprehensive educational program. The school's offerings include core curriculum delivery through Years 7-12, complemented by five Programs of Excellence: Football, Visual Art, Instrumental Music, Dance, and Media Arts. These specialized programs provide extension opportunities for students with specific talents. Additional services include venue hire facilities (Performing Arts Centre and Multi-Purpose Centre), a P&C-operated uniform shop, and a school tuckshop.

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Functional benefit

Brands

• Program of Excellence - Football: A specialized football program offering students the opportunity to develop performance skills under experienced teachers and elite coaches, aligned with Football Australia curriculum guidelines.
• Program of Excellence - The Arts Production and Performance (Visual Art)
• Program of Excellence - The Arts Production and Performance (Instrumental Music)
• Program of Excellence - The Arts Production and Performance (Dance)
• Program of Excellence - Media Arts

Products and services

• Program of Excellence - Football Specialized football program for students in Years 7-12, offering development of performance skills under experienced teachers and elite coaches aligned with Football Australia curriculum guidelines. Students can pursue Certificate III in Sport and Recreation in senior years through a partnership with Binnacle Training.
• Program of Excellence - The Arts Production and Performance (Visual Art) Visual arts excellence program with independent inquiry opportunities, guest artists, and artists in residence. Extension to class curriculum studies in Visual Arts from Year 7 to 12.
• Program of Excellence - The Arts Production and Performance (Instrumental Music) Music excellence program with ensemble opportunities for students who audition. Requires minimum EQ Curriculum Level 4 and/or AMEB 2 or equivalent. Facilitated by expert music teachers and mentors from the film and media industry.
• Program of Excellence - The Arts Production and Performance (Dance) Elite dance performance program with professional choreographers, guest artists, and artists in residence. Students perform at school, local and interstate competitions.
• Program of Excellence - Media Arts Media arts program developing media production skills through workshops, excursions, and mentorship from film and media industry professionals.
• Venue Hire School facilities available for community hire including the XPAC Performing Arts Centre (464 seated capacity), Multi-Purpose Centre for indoor sports, and classrooms for meetings and training. Requires Public Liability Insurance ($20M minimum) and 7 working days approval.
• Uniform Shop P&C-operated uniform shop offering formal and sports uniforms, house polo items, and accessories. Operated via Qkr! app with online ordering and in-person pickup. Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday mornings, and first Saturday of each month during term time.
• Tuckshop School canteen offering pre-ordered and walk-through meal options for students and staff, with daily specials and a menu that changes each term. Orders via Qkr! app with pickup at collection window. Also accepts walk-in orders.
• Secondary Education Curriculum (Years 7-12) Core secondary education delivery for Years 7 through 12, including junior secondary, senior secondary, vocational education pathways, and student support services such as Guidance Officers, Chaplaincy, and School Health Nurse.

Named customers9 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration7 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Binnacle TrainingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBinnacle Training is the educational partner delivering Certificate III in Sport and Recreation for Years 11 and 12 students in the Football Excellence Program. This partnership provides vocational education pathways integrated with the school's football program.
• AFL QueenslandcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAFL Queensland partners with the school for the new Australian Rules Football Program of Excellence launching in 2027, providing coaching standards and pathway connections.
• Aspley Hornets AFCcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAspley Hornets Australian Football Club partners with the school for the AFL Program, providing community connections and pathway opportunities for students.
• Brisbane LionsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBrisbane Lions AFL club players (Dayne Zorko and Harris Andrews) participated in the AFL Program launch event, providing inspiration and connection to professional football for students.
• Football AustraliacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFootball Excellence Program aligns with Football Australia's curriculum guidelines and FFA curriculum for youth footballer development. Students work toward representation at regional, state, and national levels.
• Queensland Academy of Sport (QAS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSeveral alumni have progressed to QAS football programs, with the school's Football Excellence Program designed to develop players capable of state and national representation.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Broad incumbents

• Brisbane Grammar School: Elite Brisbane private boys' school offering extensive sport (including AFL), music, and arts programs. Competes with Albany Creek for high-achieving students in Brisbane's north-western catchment overflow.
• Anglican Church Grammar School (Churchie): Brisbane private boys' school with extensive sport, music, and arts programs that compete with Albany Creek's Programs of Excellence for elite-student market. Comparable as a benchmark for non-government specialty program design, though operates on a fee-based model.

Direct peers

• Cavendish Road State High School: Queensland state high school in Holland Park, Brisbane. Comparable state-school operating model with strong academic and extracurricular programs; useful benchmark for Programs of Excellence design and student outcomes.
• Aspley State High School: Neighbouring Queensland state high school in Aspley, Brisbane. Directly competes for catchment enrolment, operates on the same Daymap/QParents/Qkr! stack, and offers comparable secondary education with extracurricular specialisations.
• Indooroopilly State High School: Large Brisbane state high school with an established reputation for academic and extracurricular excellence. Comparable as a benchmark for elite-state-school operating model and alumni outcomes.
• Kelvin Grove State College: Inner-north Brisbane state school (P-12) with programs in sport, arts, and international baccalaureate. Comparable in program differentiation and state-government operating context.
• Brisbane State High School: Largest and highest-profile Queensland state high school (selective entry), located in South Brisbane. Comparable academic-outcome profile (high tertiary placement) and operates the same government platform stack; key benchmark for academic reputation.
• Wavell State High School: Adjacent Queensland state high school in Brisbane's north (Wavell Heights), serving a similar suburban catchment with comparable Year 7-12 curriculum, BYOD program, and Department of Education platform stack. Most direct geographic peer for enrolment competition.
• Craigslea State High School: Nearby Queensland state high school in Chermside West, sharing Brisbane's northern corridor. Directly comparable in scale, Year 7-12 offering, and government operating model; competes for similar family demographics.

Others

• Binnacle Training: RTO partner of Albany Creek delivering the Certificate III in Sport and Recreation embedded in the Football Excellence Program. Industry/ecosystem peer for understanding the vocational pathway that distinguishes Albany Creek's football offering.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/AlbanyCreekSHS
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/albany-creek-state-high-school

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

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