About Burnie High School
Burnie High School ( School ) is located at Fidler St, Cooee TAS 7320, Australia.
Other categories: School, Public educational institution, Senior high school
Ratings & Ranking
Burnie High School has a rating of 2.6 and is ranked number 4840 in Cooee.
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Address & Location
Burnie High School is located at Fidler St, Cooee TAS 7320, Australia.
Schools Fees
The annual school fees for Burnie High School in Cooee will be updated shortly. For guidance, the annual public schools range between AUD $2000 and AUD $5000 per year while the fees in Catholic and independent (or ‘private’) schools range between AUD $4000 to AUD $20,000 per annum. Established private schools charge upwards of AUD $20,000+ per annum.
Vacancies:
No vacancies found at the moment.
Admissions:
Admissions are currently open at Burnie High School.
Parents & Students Reviews:
Burnie High School has 12 reviews with an overall rating of 2.6. Some reviews have been edited for clarity.
From the outset, it became apparent that Burnie High School’s approach prioritizes remedial education over academic excellence. While providing support for struggling students is undoubtedly important, the complete absence of programs or resources tailored to intellectually gifted students is concerning. Advanced placement and honors programs, which are essential for challenging and stimulating high achievers, are conspicuously absent from Burnie High School’s curriculum.
Moreover, the attitude towards academically advanced students is dismissive and apathetic. Instead of celebrating their achievements and fostering their potential, Burnie High School seems content to overlook their needs entirely. This neglect creates a toxic environment where ambition and drive are actively discouraged, leaving gifted students feeling overlooked and undervalued.
The lack of support for extracurricular activities and enrichment programs further compounds the issue. While other schools prioritize a well-rounded education, Burnie High School fails to provide opportunities for talented students to explore their interests and passions outside the classroom. This narrow-minded approach stifles creativity and innovation, depriving students of the chance to reach their full potential.
Overall, my experience with Burnie High School has been deeply disappointing. By prioritizing the needs of students with lower academic aptitude at the expense of intellectually advanced students, the institution perpetuates a harmful cycle of mediocrity and underachievement. As a parent and member of the community, I believe it is imperative that we demand better for our children.
Every student deserves access to a high-quality education that values and nurtures their individual talents and abilities. Burnie High School must take meaningful steps to address these glaring deficiencies and provide all students with the support and opportunities they need to succeed. It’s time for Burnie High School to acknowledge the importance of academic excellence and commit to fostering an environment where every student can thrive, regardless of their level of ability. Anything short of this is a disservice to the future generations and a betrayal of the fundamental principles of education.