What age does school start in Queensland?

When did Year 7 start high school in Queensland?

2015
Queensland’s education system is changing for the better for our students. From 2015 Year 7 will become the first year of high school. It is a significant reform that will benefit students at all Queensland schools. We have consulted widely before introducing this positive change.

What age does school start in Queensland?

6 years and 6 months
Your child must be enrolled in school when they turn compulsory schooling age (that is, at least 6 years and 6 months). Parents who decide to delay their child’s start in Prep may choose to keep their child at home or in an early childhood education and care service.

What are the school years in Queensland?

The Queensland school system starts at Prep (4 to 5 years of age) and goes to Year 12 (average age 17 years old). Students complete 7 years of primary school (Prep to Year 6) and 6 years of high school (Years 7–12).

What is the oldest school in Queensland?

Warwick East State School
Warwick East State School was opened in November 1850 and is still open today making it the oldest school in Queensland.

What year does high school start in Qld?

Year 7
Secondary or high school is the final period of compulsory education for Queensland students. Students are educated from Year 7 to 12. The senior years of education (Year 10–12) are very important for students wishing to progress to university or further study.

What time does primary school start in Qld?

Most schools hold classes from 9am to 3pm Monday to Friday, except for public and school holidays and student-free days.

What is Year 12 called in Queensland?

senior years of education
Secondary school The senior years of education (Year 10–12) are very important for students wishing to progress to university or further study. Find out more about the senior years of education in Queensland schools.

Do primary schools keep records of past students?

Pupil record cards or printouts Primary – These are retained while the child is in the school; then transfer to the relevant secondary school. Secondary – These are retained until the child is 25 years old and then shredded.