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Our expert teachers partner with universities and business, industry and community leaders, providing you with a high calibre excellence program to develop and showcase your uniqueness. Our ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​iGniTe​  programs provide you with a competitive edge and will greatly assist you in making a seamless transiti​​​​​​​​on to the senior phase of learning and life beyond school.

At Coombabah we value productive partnerships between staff, students and families. You will be mentored by expert teachers and peers, ensuring your learning is personalised and highly effective. The team of dedicated teachers who coordinate and ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​iGniTe​ courses are readily accessible to support you.

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Academic Excellence

Are you an all-round student who excels in Mathematics, Science, English and Humanities (or a combination of these subjects)? In this program emphasis is placed on the acquisition of knowledge, the development of higher order thinking skills and the formation of effective work habits. This will contribute to success in your senior studies, tertiary education and beyond.

Visual Arts

A unique course for aspiring or talented artists. In conjunction with a streamed class, our expert teachers partner with local artists to develop your abilities across a range of visual arts dimensions. You will create a folio of work that demonstrates your skill level. The folio can be used when applying for employment and/or tertiary courses. Your work will be exhibited in public displays. This course runs from Year 9.

Dance Excellence

​The IGniTe Dance Program, we immerse aspiring dancers in an enriching experience that hones their skills across various performance styles. Our program is thoughtfully designed to focus on the dynamic and energetic movements of Hip-hop, the precision and flair of Jazz, the emotive storytelling of contemporary, and the expressive fluidity of lyrical dance. Participants will delve into each style, gaining a versatile foundation that fosters creativity and personal expression. Through engaging workshops, performances, and collaborative projects, dancers will not only enhance their technical abilities but also build the confidence and professionalism essential for a successful performance career.  

Participants will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced instructors and industry professionals who will provide personalized guidance and feedback. This collaborative approach ensures that dancers not only refine their technical prowess but also develop a strong sense of stage presence, adaptability, and professionalism. As dancers progress through the program, they will have the chance to showcase their talents in various performance settings, from informal studio presentations to larger-scale productions. This exposure will empower them to seamlessly integrate their skills across different styles, making them versatile performers ready for the dynamic demands of the entertainment industry. Join us in this immersive journey where passion meets professionalism, and let your dance aspirations reach new heights with our Ignite Dance Program. 

Health and Exercise Science Academy

Our Health and Exercise Science Academy is dedicated to cultivating passionate sports enthusiasts, with a special emphasis on elite athlete development and careers in health and exercise science.  We aim to produce graduates equipped with the skills and mindset, inspired by athletes, to make a positive impact on the world in professional sport, health and exercise science careers. 

We aim to:

1. empower students to unlock their potential to be competitive, perform at an elite level, or pursue a career in health and exercise science. 
2. promote a high performance culture for all students to ensure the journey started has a successful outcome
3. support student athletes to achieve a healthy balance between their commitments in a supportive educational environment.
4. offer students cutting-edge facilities, evidence-based training programs, and systematic support aimed at fostering connections between performance, health and exercise science.
   
5. provide unique learning experiences by expanding into local specialised venues with instruction conducted by experts in the fields of sports, health and exercise science. 
   

What to expect from your ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​iGniTe​ Program​​