Kenmore SHS is a public school of approximately 1,700 students in the Western suburbs of Brisbane, close to the University of Queensland. The school draws students from over 50 suburbs. Parents are generally involved in professional/managerial occupations and most are aspirational. The community is well educated and values education. Significant parent support underpins a school of strong values and very high student achievement. The school is experiencing growth in student enrolments. The school is known for strong academic achievement with International tests, school data and academic competitions showing world-class results. The school's philosophy places individual students and their outcomes at the centre of the teaching/learning process and sets a desire to see this learning engage students in practical community leadership. The school has signature programs in German Immersion, Music Extension, Technology Immersion (ICE) along with strong Arts and Science programs. Sport, including Saturday sport, is also strong and there is support for elite athletes. Overseas exchange programs operate with four sister schools. The school is accredited with the Council of International Schools.