TAS provides an engaging, safe and disciplined academic learning environment and has developed a reputation as the leading Prep to Year 12 school in the region. Graduating students consistently achieve outstanding results and regularly gain admittance to courses of choice at leading universities, both in Australia and overseas.
Each year, TAS welcomes international students visiting as part of a study tour or individual students in student Visa study programs. Attending TAS as an international student provides an opportunity to experience and learn about Tropical North Queensland’s culture, establish international friendships, and improve English language skills.
Living and studying overseas can bring rewards and challenges for international students. TAS understands these pressures and provides a friendly, welcoming, and consistent support from our admissions team, international student support officer and other key student support staff.
Study Tours
As TAS students study Japanese as part of our curriculum, we warmly welcome Japanese students to our school. This connection not only enhances language practice but also fosters cultural exchange, providing a valuable experience for both visiting and local students.
Japanese students have the opportunity to participate in engaging and enjoyable lessons alongside Australian children, both in the classroom and outdoor settings.
TAS study tours are typically part of a broader program organised by our partner agents, often including visits to the region’s spectacular reef and rainforest. We offer group bookings for up to 25 students, with optional catering for lunch available upon request.
Two-Hour School Visit
We also welcome visiting schools from any country for non-integrated school visits. These 2-hour visits include:
- A guided tour of our expansive school grounds
- Opportunities to practise English and learn more about Australian schools
- Morning tea and a small gift
Please note that availability for visits and tours is limited. We recommend submitting enquiries at least 6 months in advance to secure a booking.
Short-stay students will be immersed in the uniqueness of school life at TAS, improve their English, make lasting friends, and experience true Australian culture. TAS partner agencies can provide homestay services, students wear their own school uniform and English Language lessons can be included as part of their study program. Some English Language skills are required to gain the most from this integrated program where students attend mainstream classes.
For more information or to apply, please click here.
“Thank you for the great experiences at TAS, I enjoyed it so much. Teachers and students were so kind that they offered me help when I had trouble. I could get used to the school life easily thanks to the kind, helpful and friendly classmates. The most exciting event for me was the Triathlon. Chatting with friends and watching the competition was so much fun, and I also enjoyed the card game after that. I feel like my English skills improved so much.” Kabuto, 2023 Short Stay Student
“My experience at TAS was very fun! Every student is very kind and friendly. I miss them so much and I want to go back to your school. I always felt safe on campus. I went to the zoo, café, beach and a lot of places with my host family and went to the Japanese festival and shopping in Cairns with my friends. My listening skills have improved, and I was able to talk with my friends. My advice to short-stay students is – Don’t be shy! Everyone is very kind and friendly. I hope your short stay will be a good experience” Shiori, 2024 Short Stay Student
The TAS Student Visa program is available to fully enrolled primary and secondary students attending TAS on an International Student Visa for a minimum of one academic year. TAS requires evidence that the applicant’s academic ability and English proficiency allow them to successfully meet the curriculum demands of the intended course. English as a Second Language support is available where needed.
International Students intending to complete schooling in Australia must maintain eligibility to achieve a Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE). TAS encourages students to strive for educational excellence and to maximise their Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR) to support entry for further study both in Australia and overseas.
TAS considers enrolments from the CRICOS registered course for:
- Primary School Studies Prep to Year 6 (CRICOS Course No 085320C):
- Students have their own homeroom teacher who cares for the class.
- Primary students are introduced to a core curriculum offering English, Mathematics, Sciences and Social Studies.
- Highly trained specialist teachers guide students in Visual Art, Music, Japanese, and Health and Physical Education.
- The Primary School Course is offered at both the White Rock and Kewarra Beach Campuses.
- Student attendance and academic progress is a student visa requirement and is closely monitored during a student course duration.
- Junior Secondary School Studies Year 7 to 10 (CRICOS Course No 085321B):
- Secondary studies are offered at the White Rock Campus.
- Students belong to a close-knit tutor group to assist them with day-to-day school life. The house system provides a family within the school, to foster a sense of belonging and a network of friends.
- Areas of study cater for the academic needs and interests of all students. They include English, Mathematics, Science, Humanities, Arts, Languages and Technologies.
- In Year 9 students can make choices about elective subjects according to their academic abilities and career pathways.
- TAS offers pastoral care programs which promote social cohesion, self-motivation and student wellbeing.
- Student attendance and academic progress is a student visa requirement and is closely monitored during a student course duration.
- Senior Secondary School Studies Year 11 to 12 (CRICOS Course No 085322A):
- At this stage of their schooling, students are well equipped and supported to choose subjects that suit their skills and abilities as well as complement their future goals.
- Students are encouraged to seek further study at universities or colleges.
- All students study to attain a QCE (Queensland Certificate of Education) and for those wanting to attend a university, an ATAR (Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank) is required.
- Student attendance and academic progress is a student visa requirement and is closely monitored during a student course duration.
To view TAS International Student Policies, please click here.
For more information about Student Visas, please click here to visit the Department of Home Affairs.
For more information about Overseas Student Health Insurance (OSHC), please click here
