Fairholme College

Toowoomba, Queensland · Christian · Girls · Prep to Year 12

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Distinguished tier

a very high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting strong results across most areas

Elite for Student WellbeingRanked 2nd among private regional schools in QueenslandRanked equal 3rd among private regional schools in AustraliaDistinguished tier

S360 score: 85.3%

Fairholme College is a girls', Christian, Mid-Sized school from Prep to Year 12 in Toowoomba, Queensland. It sits in the Distinguished tier on Schools360. Its strongest area is Student Wellbeing, where it reaches Elite tier. It reaches Elite tier for Student Wellbeing.

Schools360 scoring overview

The ▾ marker on each bar shows the national median: the middle score among every Australian school Schools360 has assessed.

Academic Excellence51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 71.7%

Student Wellbeing54 / 60 (90.0%)Elite

National median: 78.3%

Learning Opportunities49 / 60 (81.7%)Distinguished

National median: 76.7%

Learning Environment51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 80.0%

Institutional Excellence51 / 60 (85.0%)Distinguished

National median: 75.0%

Schools360 scoring factors

Academic Excellence

Academic Performance Years 7 to 1017 / 20Distinguished

Current and previous years NAPLAN test scores assessing academic proficiency for students in years 7 to 10.

Academic Performance Years 11 and 1218 / 20Elite

Measures of academic achievement, including median ATAR scores and VCE, HSC or equivalent results.

University Outcomes and Pathways16 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates students' progress, entry into top-tier universities, postgraduate study, and alumni success.

Student Wellbeing

Student Wellbeing19 / 20Elite

Focuses on promoting students' physical, mental and emotional health, anti-bullying and school diversity.

Student Support18 / 20Elite

Examines support systems such as learning assistance, mentorship, pastoral care and inclusive education.

Personal Development17 / 20Distinguished

Tracks initiatives fostering leadership, career readiness, independence, social justice and outdoor education.

Learning Opportunities

Curriculum16 / 20Distinguished

Assesses the diversity and quality of the academic curriculum, including specialised subjects and STEM.

Sports17 / 20Distinguished

Evaluates sports opportunities, facilities, swimming programs and achievements.

Arts, Music and Culture16 / 20Distinguished

Measures the quality and achievements in visual arts, music, drama and artistic progression.

Learning Environment

Teaching Quality and Staff18 / 20Elite

Assesses teacher qualifications, ratios, satisfaction and instructional methodologies.

Facilities, Learning Spaces and Environment18 / 20Elite

Evaluates campus quality, library, modern learning spaces, and open and green spaces for recreation and learning.

Technology and Innovation15 / 20Leading

Examines the integration of technology, device accessibility, innovative tools and digital literacy initiatives.

Institutional Excellence

School Governance17 / 20Distinguished

Focuses on the vision, strategy, parent involvement, transparency and communication in school governance.

Reputation, Prestige and Alumni Connections18 / 20Elite

Considers school history, recognition, community engagement, alumni network and school impact.

Sustainability16 / 20Distinguished

Examines the school's commitment, strategy, reporting and practices related to environmental sustainability.

Key information

Affiliation
Christian
Year range
Prep to Year 12
Gender
Girls
Boarding
Yes
Total enrolments
837
Student:teacher ratio
11.1:1
Location
Toowoomba, Queensland
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ICSEA

Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage

1110110 above the national average

ICSEA measures the socio-educational background of a school’s student population — the occupation and education of families, the school’s geographic location, and the proportion of Indigenous students it enrols. It is not a measure of school quality or performance. The national average is 1000.

Source: ACARA My School. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

NAPLAN

Each score below is shown against the national average — Schools360’s own calculation across the private and independent schools in this dataset with a result at that year level and domain, not a figure ACARA itself publishes, and not every Australian school ACARA tracks. It rests on a single year’s cohort, not a stable multi-year pattern.

2025 NAPLAN results

  • Year level
    Year 3
    Reading
    452(+14)
    Writing
    444(+2)
    Spelling
    423(-10)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    440(-8)
    Numeracy
    437(+1)
  • Year level
    Year 5
    Reading
    521(0)
    Writing
    504(-4)
    Spelling
    510(0)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    524(-8)
    Numeracy
    533(+9)
  • Year level
    Year 7
    Reading
    566(0)
    Writing
    558(-11)
    Spelling
    560(0)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    579(+10)
    Numeracy
    567(-9)
  • Year level
    Year 9
    Reading
    591(-5)
    Writing
    616(+5)
    Spelling
    577(-9)
    Grammar and Punctuation
    604(+10)
    Numeracy
    587(-18)

Source: ACARA My School, 2025. Published by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA) via the My School website.

Senior secondary results

Published by the school or its state curriculum authority, not compiled or scored by Schools360.

2024

  • Result
    ATAR 99 and over
    Figure
    7.2%
  • Result
    ATAR 95 and over
    Figure
    24.0%
  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    36.0%

Source: the school's published results, extracted 2025-04-08.

2023

  • Result
    ATAR 90 and over
    Figure
    48.6%

Source: the school's published results, extracted 2024-06-19.

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Common questions

What year levels does Fairholme College teach?

Fairholme College teaches Prep to Year 12.

Is Fairholme College a boys, girls or co-ed school?

Fairholme College is a Girls school.

What sector is Fairholme College in?

Fairholme College is classified as Independent.

Does Fairholme College offer boarding?

Yes, Fairholme College offers boarding.

How many students attend Fairholme College?

Fairholme College has 837 students.

What is the student to teacher ratio at Fairholme College?

Fairholme College's student to teacher ratio is 11.1 to 1.

What Schools360 tier does Fairholme College sit in?

Fairholme College sits in the Distinguished tier, a very high performing tier on Schools360, reflecting strong results across most areas.

What is Fairholme College's strongest area on Schools360?

Fairholme College's strongest area is Student Wellbeing, reaching Elite tier.

Where does Fairholme College rank?

Fairholme College ranks 2nd among private regional schools in Queensland.

Where is Fairholme College located?

Fairholme College is located in Toowoomba, Queensland.