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At The BUSY School, success is more than academics—it’s personal, emotional, and life-changing. For Nicola, The BUSY School Cleveland Campus Youth Worker, the transformation she sees in students is what drives her passion every single day.  Youth Workers like Nicola are a key part of the wraparound services that make The BUSY School model unique. “I love my job,” says

Hoops4Schools 20-Day Challenge 🗓 Friday, 15 August – Thursday, 4 September 2025  Hoops4Schools Corporate Challenge 🗓 Friday, 5 September 2025 📍 Coomera Indoor Sports Centre, Gold Coast  The Hoops4Schools 20-Day Challenge kicks off on Friday, 15 August 2025, running through to Thursday, 4 September—culminating in the Corporate Challenge finale on Friday, 5 September at Coomera Indoor Sports Centre on the Gold Coast. The

At The BUSY School, we believe that the right environment can transform lives. Thanks to the incredible talent of renowned street artist Sarah Sculley, our Cleveland and Cairns campuses have been brought to life with vibrant, energetic murals — and the impact has been powerful and immediate.  Before Sarah’s work, the blank, monotone walls did little to inspire. In many

For many students, regular schools don’t meet their needs. Luckily, alternative schools offer a flexible and caring environment.  They help students who may not thrive in the traditional education model. This is because alternative schools focus on each student’s unique needs.  In Queensland, there are 44 special schools funded by the Australian and Queensland State government. These schools, like The

At The BUSY School, we understand that small class sizes play a crucial role in re-engaging disengaged students. We know firsthand that personalised attention, strong relationships, and a supportive environment are key to helping students thrive. We’re proud of the positive impact our small classes have on our students’ academic and personal growth.  Why Small Class Sizes Matter: Addressing the

The engines are roaring, and the excitement is building! Students studying the Certificate II in Automotive Air Conditioning Technology at The BUSY School Cleveland and Coolangatta campuses are rolling up their sleeves and getting their hands dirty as they help build two race cars—a WRX and a Subaru Impreza—to compete in the Clippy Cup at Queensland Raceway on 12 July.

As we reflect on five years of transformative partnerships, The BUSY School is proud to celebrate the lasting impact made possible by our valued corporate supporters. Partnerships with companies like SEE Group, MURU Office Supplies, von Bibra Auto Group, WorkwearHub, Optus, and many other generous donors have allowed us to expand our reach, graduating over 1,500 students in Queensland. In

Mainstream schooling isn’t for every student, and that was the experience for Kaylee who had become disengaged and struggled with attendance. All that changed though when Kaylee enrolled in The BUSY School Southport Girls + campus.  At The BUSY School, Kaylee was supported to pursue her career goal and passion to become a cattle farmer. Inspired by her grandfather, a

Hosted by The BUSY School campus at Coolangatta, the ‘NO LIMITS’ Careers Expo event was held again this year on the 19th February. The event saw Southeast Queensland students from The BUSY School Shailer Park, Brisbane, Southport and Coolangatta campuses explore a variety of career opportunities while engaging directly with industry leaders, training organisations and employers. Over 30 industry exhibitors

On 8 March 2025, The BUSY School proudly joins the global community in celebrating International Women’s Day (IWD) under the powerful theme: For ALL women and girls: Rights. Equality. Empowerment. This year’s theme calls for urgent action to unlock equal rights, power and opportunities for all while fostering a feminist future where no one is left behind. At The BUSY

February is often celebrated as a time for romantic love but the essence of love runs deeper and broader than simply cards and gifts of flowers or chocolates to our love interests. In its purest form, true love is a connection that unites humanity through compassion, kindness and generosity.  The word philanthropy itself translates to ‘love of people,’ a profound

In 2025, The BUSY School is excited to open its first New Zealand campus, located in Auckland. Now welcoming enrolment enquiries and booking campus tours for parents, prospective students and educational stakeholders. Offering an alternative education model for high school students in years 11 and 12 who are struggling or have disengaged from their education, The BUSY School offers smaller