Coming soon · Woolloongabba, Brisbane · Opening 2027

A new kind of SChoOL is coming to WoolLOonGAbBa.

R.I.S.E. College is a new alternative secondary school opening in 2027, built for young people aged 14-18 who are ready for something different. Real-world learning, genuine support and pathways that actually go somewhere.

We’re building it right now, and we want you to be part of it.

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For Educators

ARE you an EduCAtor reAdy to bUIld someTHing that mATters?

We’re currently recruiting a founding Principal and key staff to bring R.I.S.E. College to life. This is a rare opportunity to help shape a school from the ground up, from its culture and curriculum to its community.

CONTACT OUR RECRUITMENT TEAM

For Families & Young People

Interested in R.I.S.E. College for 2027?

Whether you’re a young person looking for a fresh start, or a parent or carer exploring options, we’d love to hear from you. Register your interest and we’ll keep you updated as enrolments open.

About R.I.S.E. College

Founded by CoAct.
Shaped by YoUNg PeoPLe.

R.I.S.E. College is founded by CoAct, a community services organisation committed to improving outcomes for young Australians. R.I.S.E. stands for Resilience, Identity, Skills and Engagement, the 4 things we believe every young person needs to thrive.

We’re not building a traditional school. R.I.S.E. College is specifically designed for young people aged 14 to 18 who are disengaged from mainstream education, or for whom traditional schooling hasn’t
worked. Small by design. Strengths-based by philosophy. Built for young people who deserve a school that works for them.

We've spent time listening to YOUNG people across Queensland.

108

Young people told us what they needed from a school

98%

Said they'd come

Now we're BUILDING it.

What Makes R.I.S.E. College Different

Three things you won't
find in a TYPICAL school

Learning that connects to the real world

Hands-on projects, industry partnerships and vocational qualifications alongside academic study. Because life skills and purpose matter as much as marks.

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A school built around belonging

Small by design. Trauma-informed. Relationship-centred. Every student is known by name and supported to succeed on their own terms.

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Co-designed with young people

R.I.S.E. College wasn’t dreamed up in a boardroom. It was shaped by the young people it will serve. Their ideas, their voices, their school.

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The R.I.S.E. Philosophy

What R.I.S.E. means

Resilience

The capacity to face challenges, recover from setbacks and keep going. At R.I.S.E. College, we build resilience through real experiences, strong relationships and a culture where it's safe to try and safe to fail.

Identity

Knowing who you are is the foundation for everything else. We support every student to understand their strengths, their values and the direction they want their life to take.

Skills

Not just academic skills, but life skills, vocational skills and the practical capabilities that open doors. Students at R.I.S.E. College earn real qualifications and real-world experience alongside their education.

Engagement

Learning only works when young people want to be there. How we teach, how we connect and how we support are all designed to keep young people engaged, included and invested in their own future at R.I.S.E. College.

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Our History

Founded by CoAct.
Shaped by YoUNg PeoPLe.

We’re not building a traditional school. R.I.S.E. College is specifically designed for young people aged 14 to 18 who are disengaged from mainstream education, or for whom traditional schooling hasn’t worked. Small by design. Strengths-based by philosophy. Built for young people who deserve a school that works for them.

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