Small government co-ed special school for years 7–12 in Redcliffe, QLD.
Redcliffe Special School is also known as RSS Redcliffe.
Redcliffe Special School is a very small government special school with approximately 89 students. It offers education for years 7-12. As a government school, enrolment is generally available to students living within the school's designated catchment zone. Families outside the zone may apply for out-of-area placement subject to availability.
Redcliffe Special School is a government school, so there are no tuition fees. Families may be asked to contribute to voluntary school fees covering materials, excursions, and activities.
Redcliffe Special School has a student-to-teacher ratio of 3.3:1. This is well below the national average of approximately 14:1, meaning students generally receive more individual attention. Support staff make up 47% of the workforce, providing additional learning assistance and pastoral care. The student attendance rate is 86%, which is below average.
Redcliffe Special School is located in Redcliffe, QLD, in a major city. Its ICSEA is 957 (28th percentile; the national average is 1,000). ICSEA measures the advantage of a school's community, from its parents' education and occupation, not the school's quality. A school with a lower ICSEA and strong academic results may be teaching particularly effectively.