Main Beach is a great location for families looking to combine beach living with a bustling town centre. Its white sand beach is patrolled by lifeguards all year round, it is close to top family-friendly destinations such as Sea World and Broadwater Parklands, and it is well served by public transportation with the G-link tram running through. 

In addition, Main Beach is in close proximity to some of the Gold Coast’s best high schools, based on community feedback, student results, and opportunities. 

This article will explore five of the best high schools within 10 kilometers of Main Beach. 

The Southport School

The Southport School (known locally as TSS) is a private school for boys aged 3 to 18. For day pupils, fees range from $4,273.10 to $9,898.00 per term, and scholarships are also available.

From year 5 to year 12, your son(s) will have the opportunity to participate in basketball, football (soccer), gymnastics, tennis, golf, sailing, chess, debate class, and more. 

It is just a 10 minute drive from the centre of Main Beach. However, TSS also has the largest boarding facility in Queensland.

St Hilda’s School

St Hilda’s School is also a private school in Southport, but it caters to girls aged 3 to 18. For day pupils, fees range from $3660 to $8000 per term, and scholarships are also available. 

Your daughter(s) will have the opportunity to join St Hilda’s Aquatic Program, which caters for beginner swimmers through to competitive national and international level athletes. 

The Independent, Anglican school is just eight minutes from the centre of Main Beach, and also offers exceptional boarding facilities. 

Emmanuel College 

Emmanuel College is a co-educational school, which caters to students from Preparatory through to Year 12. For day pupils, fees range from $11,512 to $13,748 per year, with discounts available if you enrol multiple children. 

Your children will have access to a range of sports and arts classes, including athletics, cricket, netball, volleyball, rugby, tennis, water polo, choir, dance, and the magic of stage. 

The Independent, Christian school is just 20 minute drive from the centre of Main Beach, in the suburb of Carrara. 

Benowa State High School

Benowa State High School is a free, co-educational school for Year 7 to Year 12 children. It is one of the Gold Coast’s leading broad comprehensive schools, providing compulsory and post-compulsory programs. 

Extra curricular activities include e-sports, boys and girls self defence, yoga, golf, ice skating, board games, debate, jewelry making, boardgames, and a Model United Nations club.

It is just a 15 minute drive from the centre of Main Beach, close by to the Gold Coast Regional Botanical Garden. 

Miami State High School 

Miami State High School is another free, co-educational school for Year 7 to Year 12 pupils, and is the Gold Coast's second oldest state school.

The school boasts a theatre, a swimming pool, an oval, tennis courts, hospitality kitchens, and a dance studio. 

It is just a 25 minute drive from the centre of Main Beach, close by to the stunning Miami beach and Nobby headlands. 

Final Thoughts 

There are so many top-class state and independent schools within a short drive from Main Beach, catering to parents with all budgets and children with all interests. 

When moving to a new area, it is essential to research the surrounding schools to ensure your children have the best start in life.