Science staff are supportive, understanding and great teachers. Maths staff are lovely. English staff are, in the nicest way possible, lazy and rude (I haven't had a single experience, beside Ms Maltby she was gorgeous, with an English teacher here that hasn't been unbearable). Good if you are an independent learner. Social aspect is lacking if you don't live near campus so recommend joining sports centres if that's you. Campus itself is pretty and clean. On campus there are free menstrual products available which is always appreciated. Only true complaint about BrisbaneSDE is that they have failed to provide menstrual products in the FEMALE bathroom. This is disrespectful to women and girls. They have done this in the unisex bathroom. This is still great, however majority of students with periods use the female bathroom. This is very inconvenient and is uncomfortable for female students who do not wish to use...Read More
Naomi and Rebeka are two of the greatest teachers ive ever had. there is never a boring lesson with them and they make every week better :) most of the teachers here are super helpful and really care
TLDR: If you value your children's education, and your sanity; for the love of all thats good don't send your children here. Our experience at BSDE in the teaching/learning areas: ~Zero awareness of travelling families needs. ~Attendance system is BROKEN. Notifications several times a day, that my kids are not in attendance, while I am WATCHING them participate in class. We have alarms to make sure we're never late for any class. My daughter has been absent two days so far this year, and her attendance rate is around 50% MAKE IT MAKE SENSE! I have received lectures from staff members about their attendance, 'state requirements', and not meeting my responsibilities. The condescension and implication that I am unable to provide for my children's well being, or educational needs is utterly repugnant. ~Constant technology issues. Sometimes their system is the issue (they will infuriatingly NEVER admit this). State wide issues...Read More
SHOUT OUT TO THE QUEENS, BEK AND NAOMI (they taught me everything)!!! I love this school so, so much. The flexible style of learning allows me to be able to do other extracurricular activities. My leadership journey here has allowed me to gain so much confidence, I have made so many friends and built so many life skills. The teachers are awesome and are always willing to help and answer questions.
As with most things, the school has both its advantages and disadvantages. If you‘re a disciplined and motivated person, you will likely thrive at this school. You‘re expected to be quite independent. While teachers can assist and provide you support, you do need to be able to mostly figure things out yourself. Additionally, you need to be able to keep yourself accountable. That being said, if you‘re someone that requires a lot of help and constant reminders to get work done, this school might not be the best option for you. In terms of teachers, most of them are great. I’ve had some incredible teachers, but I do have to admit, there are a few who aren’t too good. Unfortunately, the school does have some teachers who don’t seem to be very motivated in teaching. I‘ve had a few teachers who didn’t really listen to me or who answered my...Read More
