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Empowering Educators to Support International Student Success

Strong Starts, Successful Journeys is a professional development session focused on supporting international primary and high school students as they commence their education in Australia.

The session features two dedicated streams—Academic and Student Support Services—offering practical, role-specific strategies to strengthen learning, wellbeing, and engagement from the outset.

Designed for educators and support staff alike, it emphasises how strong early experiences lay the foundation for confident, connected, and successful international student journeys.​​


School Preparation Conference Poster 
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Call for Abstracts NOW OPEN

Proposals should either be in a 45-minute presentation or panel format.

Who Should Attend

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Academic Staff

Teachers and curriculum leaders working directly with international students in the classroom.

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School Support Staff

Wellbeing officers, student services coordinators, and pastoral care professionals supporting student transitions.

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International Education Leaders

Directors, deans, and decision-makers in international student programs and pathway education.

Conference Streams

Practical, role-specific strategies designed for where you work and the students you support.

Academic Stream

Focused on teaching strategies, curriculum approaches, and evidence-based practices for supporting international students in the classroom. Explore frameworks for language development, differentiated instruction, and measurable learning outcomes.

For Teaching Staff

Student Support Services Stream

Centred on wellbeing, transition support, and engagement strategies for students new to Australian education. Practical approaches to pastoral care, cultural adjustment, and building strong foundations from day one.

For Support Staff

Full Program

The detailed conference program, session topics, and speaker lineup are being finalised. Check back soon for the full timetable.

Program details coming soon

Getting Here

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John Paul College
John Paul Drive, Daisy Hill QLD 4127
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Entry Gate: Gate 1
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Free on-site parking available
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Close to Daisy Hill and major bus routes
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