When you become an International Student at Yeppoon State High School, you can be assured that we will provide you with all the personal support you need to make the most of our great school. If you have questions about your studies or about your homestay arrangements, your health or your general well-being, we have a range of people who are here to help you.

School Principal

Hello, my name is Ian Boon and I am the Principal of Yeppoon State High School. While you're at Yeppoon SHS, I'll be responsible for organising your timetable and providing you with general support. While we can't guarantee that you'll be able to do every subject that you might like, I'll make every effort to ensure your preferences are met and that you thoroughly enjoy your time with us here at Yeppoon.

International Student Coordinator

G'day, my name is Leonie Newton and I am Yeppoon State High School's International School Coordinator. My job is to make you feel welcome here at Yeppoon and to ensure that you make the most of what we can offer you. I will be your main contact at the school and I can help you with things like your subject choices and extra-curricular opportunities. I can also help you with your English skills if you need it.If you have any queries about our school and the exciting opportunities we can offer you, please don't hesitate to email me on This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

Homestay Coordinator

Hi, my name is Nicola Barlow and I am the Homestay Coordinator for International Students studying at Yeppoon State High School. I'll get to know you really well while you're studying at our school. My primary responsibility is to find you a suitable homestay family. Once you're here, my job is to answer any homestay questions you might have and to provide support to your homestay families. If you have any questions about your homestay arrangements, please contact me on This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Guidance Officer

Hi, my name is Corey Bloomfield and I am Yeppoon State High School's Guidance Officer. My job in the school is to make sure you are settling in okay. Moving to another country is a really big deal and I'll be able to help you deal with any culture shock, or other concerns, you might have. If you would like to talk to me, I can be found in the school's Administration building.

Year 12 Coordinator

Howdy, my name is Andrew Willis. Year 12 is a really important year in Australian schools. You'll be entering the final phase of your schooling, you'll be choosing new subjects and you'll be expected to take on greater responsibility in the school. I'm here to help you make smart choices so that you can leave school knowing that you've given your best. I can be found in the G Block staffroom.

Year 11 Coordinator

Hi, my name is Dylan Kussrow. Being in Year 11, whether you are a domestic or international student, is an exciting time. In Australia, Year 11 is our final year of high school and my job is to make sure that all Seniors students make the most of their schooling. If you have any queries about what sort of activities Yeppoon's Senior students are involved in, I can be found in the G block staffroom.

School Chaplain

Hi, our names are Pat Eastwood and Cherril Sell and we are Yeppoon State High School's Chaplains. We can provide you with counseling and help you deal with any concerns that you might have. You'll find us upstairs in C Block.

School Nurse

Hello, I'm Friederike McCartney, your School Health Nurse. I work with students, families, teaching staff and the whole school community to aim for better health outcomes: physical, social and emotional wellbeing. Appointments can be arranged through the administration or just pop in and see me in C Block.

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