MEDIA STATEMENT: Queensland Virtual Academy launches with beaming potential 

Queensland Virtual Academy launches with beaming potential 

• Crisafulli Government delivers an innovative virtual education program to expand opportunities for regional and rural students. 
• Queensland Virtual Academy will livestream specialist subjects to more than 4000 students this year.  
• Investment of more than $12 million this year ensures all Queensland kids have access to a world-class education, no matter where they live.  

The Crisafulli Government is delivering a fresh start for regional and rural students with specialist teachers now able to beam into classrooms at the click of a button.  

Queensland Virtual Academy is the State’s biggest classroom providing innovative learning opportunities to more than 4000 students in 365 state schools.  

The program removes the boundaries faced by regional and rural students whose schools do not offer the specialist subjects needed for them to pursue their chosen career. 

Programs on offer through the academy include Specialist Mathematics, Senior Physics, Japanese and Senior Psychology. 

STEM enrichment programs are also on offer for students across Years 5-9 with an aptitude for STEM, building on a key Crisafulli Government election commitment.  

Under the former Labor Government, bullying and behavioural issues skyrocketed while an increasing number of students failed to meet the national average in literacy and maths.

The Crisafulli Government is delivering better support and resources for teachers so they can spend more time in the classroom and improve education standards. 

Minister for Education John-Paul Langbroek said the former Labor Government neglected regional students and failed to harness the power of virtual education.   

“The Crisafulli Government is proud to deliver the virtual academy to give all students a world-class education, no matter where they live,” Minister Langbroek said.  

“I’ve spoken to students who were disheartened their school doesn’t offer the subjects needed for them to pursue careers like medicine and physiotherapy - we’re making sure this is no longer a problem.  

“We have some of the best teachers in Australia and this academy allows us to use technology to our advantage to benefit kids right across the State.  

“Not only will this help children to pursue their passions, but it helps to create a pipeline of skilled and talented graduates in regional communities.” 

Queensland Secondary Principals’ Association President Mark Breckenridge said the program had enormous potential to scale up offerings and broaden learning opportunities for students. 

“Secondary schools have been actively involved in piloting this much needed initiative,” Mr Breckenridge said.  

“The QVA is a model that provides limitless virtual opportunities, while reinforcing the importance of students being enrolled in their local state school.”