Woodridge State High School
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| Type | Public, co-educational, secondary |
| Motto | Faith, Knowledge, Understanding. |
| Established | 1972 |
| Principal | Kathleen Janecek |
| Enrolment | 1200 (as of May 2016) |
| Colour(s) | Dark blue and white |
| Website | https://woodridgeshs.eq.edu.au |
Woodridge State High School is a co-educational, state secondary school in Logan Central, a suburb of Logan City, Queensland, Australia.[1] The school opened in 1972. As of 2025, it has an enrolment of approximately 1400 students.[2] The current principal is Kathleen Janecek.
History
Woodridge State High School opened in 1972 during a period of rapid increase in primary school enrolment in the Woodridge area.[3] The school built its community hall in 1976.[3] In 2017, Woodridge State High School celebrated its 45th anniversary of educating students since its opening in 1972.
Sport
As with many Queensland state schools, Woodridge State High runs annual swimming, athletics and cross country carnivals, giving students the opportunity to become Age Champion to progress to district carnivals[4] In addition, the school participates in an inter-school sports program, where schools in the district are pitted against each other. Winners may progress to the district premiers, and then to the Metropolitan finals. In adherence with the seasons, different sports are played during the Summer and Winter months.[4]
Cultural
The school claims it hosts students from over 60 cultural backgrounds.[5] The school hosted a talk by 2016 Australian of the Year David Morrison in line with its Harmony Day events.[6]
See also
References
- ^ "Woodridge State High School". Woodridge State High School. 14 December 2022. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ "Woodridge State High School". Woodridge State High School. 14 December 2022. Retrieved 18 August 2025.
- ^ a b "WOODRIDGE" (PDF). Logan City Council Libraries. Retrieved 2 April 2016.
- ^ a b "Woodridge SHS – Sports". Retrieved 1 April 2016.
- ^ "Woodridge SHS Homepage - About WSHS". Retrieved 2 April 2016.
- ^ "Harmony in Logan". The Queensland Times Pty Limited. 21 March 2016. Retrieved 2 April 2016.