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Intelligence Report
School Intelligence Report · Australia

Queensland Academy For Creative Industries

Brisbane·Australia·The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme as a comprehensive two‑year pre‑university curriculum for students aged 16–19. Six academic subjects are studied across IB groups with at least three at Higher Level and the remainder at Standard Level. The Core comprises Theory of Knowledge, Extended Essay, and Creativity, Activity and Service. The Diploma is widely recognised by leading universities and emphasizes breadth, depth, intercultural understanding, and independent inquiry. Subject options span the IB spectrum, including Biology, Chemistry, Design Technology, English, Film, Dance, Music, Visual Arts, Theatre, and Global Politics, with Year 10 introducing IB concepts in preparation for Years 11–12.
↑ 4 positive signals↓ 2 concerns6 signals total
Location
Australia
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Leadership

Who leads this school

Moderate confidence
2.8yr
Avg. tenure
Moderate
Stability signal
High
Visibility score

Three-year tenure as executive head, preceded by senior leadership roles at comparable group-affiliated institutions across the region. Appointment context points to a consolidation mandate. Career trajectory is consistent with a corporate-operator profile: strong institutional alignment, limited founding experience.

Career pattern signals
Company ManConsolidation contextHigh mobility
Signals
  • Active LinkedIn presence; consistent external messagingConfirmed
  • No succession announcement visible; transition appears plannedInferred
  • Headship history: median tenure below sector averageReported
◈Intelligence note
Given the consolidation mandate and corporate ownership structure, teacher-fit bifurcation is likely. High-autonomy practitioners may experience friction.
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Working Conditions

What's it like to teach here

Class sizes 18–24 primary, 24–28 secondary. Teaching hours within regional mid-range. Contract length typically two years with renewal option...

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