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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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

Graduating students from The BUSY School will take many different pathways, some heading straight into the workforce, some undertaking apprenticeships and others moving onto higher education through university or vocational colleges. With an individualised approach, BUSY School students, while completing their QCE, are also provided guidance and opportunity to explore career paths that they are interested in. Recently being informed

Talking to us in the Rec Room of The BUSY School’s Ipswich Campus, young Tane’s story is one of remarkable resilience. His journey, marked by teenage struggles, finds hope and purpose within the supportive community of The BUSY School, leading him to find his purpose and start a career pathway in entrepreneurship for trade. A passionate sports enthusiast with a