How secondary schools work

At the end of year 8, your child is likely to be moving on to a secondary school, also known as a high school or college (unless they are attending a composite school or middle school).

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Starting secondary school - what to expect: Your teen will find secondary school very different from their primary or intermediate school
Before starting secondary school: Useful tips and advice to help you and your teen before they start secondary school
The school day: Most secondary schools have a longer school day than primary/intermediate schools
School terms and holidays: State and state-integrated schools are generally open from late January/early February through to December
Support people at secondary school: There are a number of people available to support your teen at secondary school

How secondary schools work

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