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Indiana Sparks up her Career!

There was a time when Indiana felt directionless. Struggling at school, she was feeling left behind and unsure of her future. Hearing about The BUSY School, which offers an alternative education approach for senior high school students, with support from her mother, Indiana decided to enrol. The smaller class sizes and personalised approach from the staff and teachers soon saw

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A Year of Milestones, Opportunities, and Community Impact!

The BUSY School kicks off 2025 with tremendous momentum as we celebrate five years of empowering young people through education, training, and employment. With nine campuses now operating across Queensland, Australia, and our new campus opening in Auckland, New Zealand, this year marks a new chapter in our journey of transformative impact.  In April, we will celebrate this milestone in

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The BUSY School announces new campus in Auckland

The BUSY School, part of not-for-profit organisation The BUSY Group, is excited to announce the approval of a charter school in Auckland/Tāmaki Makaurau, set to open in early February 2025. The new campus will provide young people with an alternative to traditional schooling, re-engaging students who have struggled in mainstream settings. By offering individualised attention, a supportive environment and real

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I Am a Survivor: Grace’s Journey to Graduation

When Grace took to the stage at the recently held Cleveland Campus official opening, her voice was filled with gratitude and conviction. She began with a heartfelt acknowledgment: “Before I start, I want to thank Andrew, our Principal at Cleveland Campus. Without Andrew and the amazing team he’s created, there wouldn’t be a safe space like The BUSY School.” The

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The BUSY School Celebrates 569 Graduates in 2024

The BUSY School proudly celebrated the graduation of 569 Year 12 students—young people who once faced the possibility of not finishing school.  Each ceremony, held across The BUSY School’s nine campuses, was filled with pride, joy and plenty of happy tears as families and educators honoured the journeys that led each young person to this moment. The BUSY School’s approach

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Cody Graduates and Pursues a Career in I.T.

As the end of another school year arrives, students will be celebrating the successful completion of senior high school at The BUSY School graduation ceremonies, held at each of the nine Queensland campuses. During these ceremonies, many students speak about overcoming past struggles with their education journey before coming to The BUSY School and parents beam immense pride to see

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Steele gained the confidence to start his own business

Prior to attending The BUSY School, Steele found it difficult to communicate with the adults in his life, especially his teachers. He had disengaged with his education and did not expect he would ever graduate high school. But when he enrolled at The BUSY School, Steele took the first steps on a new path which ultimately saw him graduate secondary

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Supporting Kira Beyond Graduation to Achieve Career Success

Prior to graduating from The BUSY School, Kira described herself as “nervous to take risks” and found she was always second-guessing herself. But thanks to the supportive, inclusive environment at The BUSY School, Kira now has the confidence to take on the world. In Australia, 20% of teenagers are disengaged with their education. This puts them in danger of dropping

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Grace has ‘secured’ her future

As is the case for one in five Australian teenagers, Grace was struggling in mainstream schooling and she thought her only option was to drop out and start working fulltime. “I probably wouldn’t have graduated high school if I’m being honest,” said Grace. “But then I found The BUSY School.” The BUSY School is a senior secondary school offering a

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Student Growth Fuels Expansion Needs – Driving Positive Community Impact

As January 2025 approaches, The BUSY School is preparing to welcome a new cohort of Year 11 students, re-engaging at risk youth with their education. With a track record of personalised learning and wrap-around services supporting wellbeing, education and employment outcomes, The BUSY School is ready to meet the needs of a growing student body and more complex student needs.

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How Gen-Z is Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce

Are younger generations unfairly labelled as ’lazy’ or, in a faster-paced world than ever before, are they simply projecting their own challenges with transition to adulthood? For too long, Gen-Z has been given a bad rap sheet by older generations. We believe it’s time to re-evaluate that narrative and take responsibility when it comes to guiding young people to find

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Brody Gains Recognition as a QATSIF Deadly Educator award winner!

A huge congratulations to Brody Cochrane for recently being awarded a 2024 QATSIF Deadly Educator award, recognised for his influence as a role model for young First Nations students. As well as his role as Maths Teacher at The BUSY School Salisbury campus, Brody is a qualified pilot and passionate fitness advocate.  The Queensland Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Foundation

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