Banksia Park International High School, commonly known as BPIHS, is a coeducational middle and senior school in South Australia that uniquely integrates British curriculum pathways, including GCSE programmes, within the Australian education system. Situated on Milne Road in Banksia Park, the school distinguishes itself through its globally oriented community, offering homestay accommodation options that support international learners alongside domestic students.
What teachers and parents say
Positives
- Strong sporting and specialist programs, particularly recognized for extensive sports fields, athletic activities, and soccer pathways.
- Diverse learning pathways and STEM opportunities, including international study connections, robotics, and vocational electives.
- Approachable and dedicated teaching staff, with local parents noting supportive teachers and a solid community feel.
Negatives
- Ongoing bullying and behavioural management challenges, with repeated complaints regarding inconsistent disciplinary responses and student safety.
- Gaps in disability and wellbeing support, with feedback citing frustration over inadequate accommodation and resources for neurodiverse students.
- Address
- 610 Milne RdBanksia Park, South Australia, 5091Australia
- Website
- http://www.bpihs.sa.edu.au
- [email protected]
- Phone
- Australia (+61) +61 8-8264-8122
- System
- British
- National education system
- Australia
- Curriculum
- GCSE
- Levels
- Middle school, Senior school
- Enrollment
- 1,009
- Faculty
- 72
- Students
- Coeducational
- Boarding
- Homestay
