Brent Bloffwitch – Principal
welcome
Banksia Park International High School is a contemporary secondary school for students from year 7-12. We provide a world leading education with academic standards of excellence and positive learning experiences within a challenging and supportive environment.
our school
BPIHS in numbers
SACE completion in 2025
100
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Students completed SACE with VET
37
Students achieved an ATAR
71
agency in action
banksia park proud
What I enjoyed most at Banksia Park International High School was the excursion camp with the Outdoor Education class. I had the opportunity to try new experiences and at the same time create better relationship with my friend. However, it was a really good way to explore new places and activities in Australia. I was surprised about the variety of subjects at the school, which allows the students to specialise in the subjects they prefer. And participating in Clubs, which helped to create new friendships.
Teachers were very helpful, really understanding and available to answer all my questions.
What I enjoyed most at Banksia Park International High School was the variety of practical lessons which I have never learned in Japan: Photography, Café Skills, Design, Society & Culture. In my home country, I can learn just academic things.
Teachers were very caring and helpful. Although Japanese names can be difficult to pronounce for most, everyone tried to utter correctly and memorised my name and face.
🎶 Year 12 Music – Final Performance! 🎤🎸
Join us for a special evening as our Year 12 Music students take to the Kumangka Theatre stage for their final performance at BPIHS!
📅 Wednesday 9 September
⏰ 6:30pm
📍 Kumangka Theatre
🎟️ Free entry – everyone welcome!
Come along and support our talented Year 12 musicians as they showcase a selection of their ensemble and solo performances. 🎵👏
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💛 R U OK? Week is coming to BPIHS next week! 💛
While looking out for one another is important every day, R U OK? Week gives us an opportunity to shine an extra spotlight on connection, conversation and checking in with those around us.
There’ll be plenty happening across the week:
🪨 Tuesday – Student Life: R U OK? lesson, plus keep an eye out for our R U OK? rocks! Find others with rocks, start a conversation and you could win a prize.
🍫 Wellbeing Wednesday – KitKat Chats: Join us on the Admin Lawns for a lunchtime filled with KitKat chats, a photo booth, music, bubbles and picnic rugs.
💛 Thursday – Student Life: A special student-led R U OK? assembly, reminding us of the importance of looking out for our mates and starting meaningful conversations.
You don’t need to be an expert to check in with someone. A conversation, a question or simply taking the time to listen can make a difference.
Ask R U OK? Any Day. 💬💛
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The Banksia Park International High School Drama Club proudly presents this exciting student-led production, showcasing the creativity, talent, and dedication of students from students in Years 7 to 12. From the performers on stage, to the lighting, sound, costumes, props, and technical crew working behind the scenes, every aspect has been bought to life by passionate students committed to creating a truly unforgettable theatrical experience.
Whether you’re a fan of comedy, mystery, or the paranormal, Beyond Belief promises an evening of laughter, thrill, and spectacular live entertainment. Across three action packed episodes, audiences will join the Doyles in their playful, yet thrilling, escapades as they venture Beyond Belief.
Don’t miss your chance to support our incredible students both on and off stage. Secure your tickets now for a night that will make you jump, laugh and even believe in the impossible.
TICKETS: events.humanitix.com/bpihs-beyond-belief
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🌱 **To conclude Science Week**, our Year 12 Science Innovation class proudly hosted a community tree-planting event, creating a lasting legacy for our school and local environment while celebrating a successful week of science. 🔬🌿
Bringing Science Week to life required dedicated teamwork, with students taking the lead in planning, organising and running activities throughout the week. Their efforts truly showcased their collaboration, commitment and hard work. 👏
Following a respectful Acknowledgement of Country, students, invited staff and special guests planted native trees behind the Story Pole exhibit, helping to establish new habitat for local wildlife and highlighting the importance of environmental stewardship. 🌳🦜
The centrepiece was a beautiful **Banksia tree** 🌿 — a fitting and lasting addition to our school grounds.
The event concluded with a shared afternoon tea, where scones and treats fuelled plenty of connection and conversation among students, staff and guests. ☕🍪
We are grateful to everyone who attended and supported this special occasion. It was a wonderful demonstration of the strength of our school community and the power of working together to make a positive impact. 🌱✨
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Leadership Announcement | Principal Appointment
We are delighted to announce that Brent Bloffwitch has been appointed as Principal of Banksia Park International High School for the next 10 years.
After initially being appointed to the Principal role for 2026, Brent has now accepted the long-term position, providing continued leadership and stability for our school community.
Brent’s commitment, leadership and vision will support the continued growth of Banksia Park International High School and our learners, staff and wider community.
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📚🎶 **BOOK WEEK 2026 – A SYMPHONY OF STORIES!** 🎶📚
What a fantastic Book Week celebration! Our staff and students got right into the spirit, with plenty of brilliant costumes and characters making their way around the school.
We had **Mary Poppins**, a member of **ABBA**, and even a very special appearance from the one and only **Bruce Bogspotter**! 😂📖
🏆 We also announced the winner of our **2026 Book Week Writing Competition**, inspired by the question:
**“If every song told a story, what story would it tell?”**
✍️ **Congratulations to Indigo, Year 9**, who took out this year’s writing competition!
👑 And a huge congratulations to **Cedric, Year 11**, who was crowned our **Best Dressed** for 2026!
A big thank you to all the students and staff who dressed up, joined in and helped make our Book Week celebration such a fun one. It was wonderful to see so much creativity, imagination and school spirit on display! 📚✨
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To celebrate National Science Week 2026, themed “Seeds of Science: Nurturing Knowledge for All,” our school enjoyed a vibrant array of science activities both in class and during lunchtime. The Year 12 Science Innovation class took the lead in organising a variety of engaging lunchtime events, including Science Jeopardy, movie sessions, seed bomb making, and an exciting scavenger hunt, with prizes on offer to encourage participation and learning. It was inspiring to see students from all year levels getting involved, sharing their curiosity and enthusiasm for science. The week concluded with a Banksia tree planting, uniting our school community in a celebration of science, curiosity, and our shared commitment to the environment (more to come on this event). Thank you to the students who participated, and staff who were able to assist. ... See MoreSee Less
📱 Mobile Phone Separation Anxiety
Mobile phone separation anxiety is becoming an increasing challenge for many young people and their families.
Click on the link below to read more about mobile phone bans in schools, their potential benefits, and practical ways parents and caregivers can support their children to develop healthier phone habits.
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The BPIHS 2026 Netball Academy has hit the Gold Coast for the 2026 National All Schools Netball Challenge!
After an exciting Opening Ceremony yesterday, both of our teams have now played 3 games each, with 1 win and 2 losses apiece.
There’s still plenty of netball to come, and the girls are ready to keep battling, learning and giving it their all! 💪🏐
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