Queenwood School for Girls

The Queenwood Character Education Program places character development at the heart of learning. The three pillars are Truth – The Integrity of Mind, Courage – The Strength to Lead, and Service – The Heart of Purpose, which guide thinking, leadership and community engagement. The program embeds character education across the student experience, curriculum, care and service learning to help students become critical thinkers, ethical leaders and compassionate changemakers. The School Counsellor provides confidential counselling support for students from Kindergarten to Year 12, working with families, teachers and external mental health professionals to ensure wellbeing. Peer support networks foster growth and belonging, with structured programs in the Junior and Senior Schools and Year 10 peer leaders supporting Year 7 transitions.

Queenwood works with students and families to ensure programs meet abilities and needs. A team of highly qualified specialist staff collaborates with classroom teachers to bring out the best in every girl. The central priority is to meet the individual learning needs of every girl within the classroom, with adjustments as required and additional assistance beyond the classroom as needed. The approach includes warm relationships, family communication, comprehensive assessments and data analysis to understand each girl, followed by differentiated classroom work, evidence‑based programs and, where necessary, individualized education plans. Giftedness is supported with a systematic framework that may include external extension, differentiated opportunities within the class, mentorship and purpose‑built projects, as well as Literacy Enhancement courses in Years 8 and 9.

International applicants must reach prescribed standards of English in reading, writing, listening and speaking to be accepted. Thresholds are Years 10–12 Advanced Level above 80%, Years 7–9 Pre‑Advanced Level above 71%, and Years 4–6 Intermediate Level above 46%. If the threshold is not met, AEAS may recommend intensive English Language study (ELICOS) prior to commencing formal studies, after which the applicant may re‑sit the test. Queenwood does not offer course credit, and entry into any course is subject to the school's assessment; interviews are conducted in English. Tests can be arranged through AEAS if required.

The school provides mental wellbeing support through counselling and peer networks. The School Counsellor assists students from kindergarten through Year 12, with confidential conversations unless safety concerns or legal obligations apply, and collaborates with families, teachers and external mental health professionals for short‑ to medium‑term support. Peer support relationships offer opportunities for growth, particularly during transitions, with Year 10 Peer Support leaders delivering a structured program to support Year 7. The Safe & Supportive Schools framework articulates a shared vision for physical and emotional safety and wellbeing, underscoring mutual respect and community wellbeing.

Queenwood operates a Safe and Supportive School Environment framework to ensure physical and emotional safety and mutual respect. The guiding principles require staff to act in accordance with child safety and wellbeing policies, behave respectfully, listen to children's views and concerns, promote human rights and safety, maintain appropriate boundaries and inclusivity, involve children in decisions where possible, and identify and mitigate risks. The framework also mandates prompt responses to concerns or allegations of harm, compliance with reporting requirements, and appropriate record keeping and information sharing within policy guidelines. A whole‑school commitment to safeguarding underpins learning, growth and flourishing for every student.