Our schools

Boarding is available for students from regional and remote Western Australia who have successfully gained a place in a Gifted and Talented program.

To find out more about Gifted and Talented programs, refer to the Department of Education's website¹.

Our students currently attend the following schools:

Perth Modern School

The school is located 7 km from the residential college.

Perth Modern School is an extraordinary school – rich in tradition and firmly focused on the future. Our tradition of academic excellence spans many years. Our students excel in many fields, including engineering, medicine, industry, law, academia, politics and the arts.

Find more information about our programs on the Perth Modern School website².

John Curtin College of the Arts

John Curtin College of the Arts is a 30-minute drive south of the residential college.

As Western Australia’s only selective arts college, John Curtin offers 7 Gifted and Talented programs: ballet, contemporary dance, drama, media arts, music, music theatre and visual arts. Our specialised teachers and facilities let our students pursue their passions. The programs are guided by the principles of Gifted and Talented education, enhancing academic learning and helping students reach their full potential.

Find information about opportunities for students and school activities on the John Curtin College of the Arts website³.

Shenton College

Shenton College is located 6 km from the residential college and is a leader in Gifted and Talented education. Our students are successful in a wide range of sporting, cultural, and community-based events at state, national, and international levels. Our ambition is to deliver a comprehensive and inspiring educational experience.

Our ‘Learning for Life’ motto is underpinned by a commitment to justice, equity, responsible care, and respect for people’s rights. 

Discover more about the school on the Shenton College website⁴.

Bob Hawke College

Bob Hawke College is located 7 km from the residential college.

The Gifted and Talented program at Bob Hawke College provides a challenging curriculum for students with exceptional academic ability. Subjects include English, mathematics, science, humanities and social sciences. Our staff encourage advanced analytical, critical, collaborative and creative thinking skills. City Beach Residential College welcomes all regional students accepted into the Gifted and Talented program, including recipients of the Bob Hawke Regional Academic Scholarship⁵.

Find detailed information about the college on the Bob Hawke College website⁶.

Churchlands Senior High School

Churchlands Senior High School is 5 km from the residential college.

The school has a proud history of musical, sporting and academic achievements. As Western Australia’s leading selective music school we provide specialist tuition to the state’s Gifted and Talented young musicians. Staff promote learning and student development through the values of personal, social and environmental responsibilities.

Gifted and Talented music excellence continues to be a school priority.

Find information about enrolment, curriculum and community on the Churchlands Senior High School website⁷.

Fremantle College

Fremantle College is a 25-minute drive from the residential college.

At Fremantle College, we encourage your child’s enthusiasm for learning. We help develop their curiosity and leadership. Student needs and interests are well-catered for within all subject areas and classrooms. Our Gifted and Talented program enables children with exceptional academic ability to engage and flourish. Learning programs are flexible and tailored to extend and enrich each student.

Find out what's on offer from the Fremantle College website⁸.

Balcatta Senior High School

Balcatta Senior High School is a 25-minute drive north of the residential college.

Our core values at Balcatta Senior High School are respect, unite and excel. We aim to develop a personalised education that allows students to reach their academic, social and cultural potential. Our aim is for students to grow into competent, confident and caring young adults able to take their place in the community, further education or the workforce.

We are very proud of our highly creative Gifted and Talented visual art program and specialist dance program.

Discover more about the school on the Balcatta Senior High School website⁹.

Melville Senior High School

The high school is a 30-minute drive south of the residential college.

At Melville Senior High School, the Gifted and Talented teaching team understands the need to challenge students. We provide an enriched curriculum of mathematics, English, science and humanities together as a stable class group from Years 7 to 10. The classes provide a stimulating environment that encourages teamwork, motivation and engagement. We carefully track our Year 11 and 12 Gifted and Talented students’ progress. This helps prepare our students for their selected individual pathways post-school.

Find more information on the Melville Senior High School website¹⁰.