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Programs of Excellence

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Programs of Excellence – 2027

Thank you for your interest in our Programs of Excellence. All application forms, FAQs, and detailed instructions are available via the links below.

If you have any questions, please contact excellence@albanycreekshs.eq.edu.au.


2027 PROGRAMS OF EXCELLENCE FORMS

​Due Dates, Trial Dates & Audition Dates

In addition to the Enrolment Pack 2027 and the Program of Excellence application forms, the Program of Excellence Preference Form must also be completed.

Applications can be emailed to enrolments@albanycreekshs.eq.edu.au or can be handed into the administration office.


You must complete the Enrolment Pack 2027 PLUS the Program of Excellence Application Form.



​AUSTRALIAN RULES FOOTBALL (AFL)

Application Form

Frequently Asked Questions


  • Applications remain open

  • Trial Dates  Monday 1 June, Monday 8 June 2026 and Monday 17 August 2026.


CATALYST

Application Form (includes Frequently Asked Questions)​​


  • Applications remain open

  • Higher Ability Selection Testing (HAST) date, 9.00am Saturday 13 June 2026 - N Block, an additional testing date will be set for Term 3, 2026.


DANCE

Application Form

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Submit your Audition Online

What to Expect


  • Applications & video audition due Thursday 4 June 2026

  • Audition Tuesday 9 June 2026, XPAC 3.30pm to 4.45pm


FOOTBALL

Application Form​

Frequently Asked Questions


  • Applications close Monday 1 June 2026

  • Trial Dates (attendance at both sessions required) - Monday 1 June and Monday 8 June 2026 - MPC


INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC

Application Form

Frequently Asked Questions

What to Expect


  • Applications close Thursday 4 June 2026
  • Auditions Thursday 11 June 2026, Music Centre XPAC 3.30pm to 4.45pm


MEDIA ART

Application Form

Frequently Asked Questions

How to Submit Your Application​

What to Expect 


  • Applications close Thursday 4 June 2026
  • Workshop & Submission Deadline Friday 12 June 2026, N Block 3.30pm to 4.45pm

VISUAL ART


  • Applications close Thursday 4 June 2026
  • Workshop & Submission Deadline Wednesday 10 June 2026, E Block 3.30pm to 4.45pm

SIGNATURE - TORCH 

Application Form​


  • Applications close Friday 17 July 2026
  • Observation Week 14-18 September 2026​


Upcoming Programs of Excellence Trials and Auditions

YEAR 7 2027

Australian Rules Football (AFL)

Monday 1 June and Monday 8 June 2026

Catalyst​

Registration closes Monday 1 June 2026. 

ACER Testing 9.00am Saturday 13 June 2026, on site.

Football
Monday 1 June and Monday 8 June 2026

Dance
Tuesday 9 June 2026

Media Art
Friday 12 June 2026

Instrumental Music
Thursday 11 June 2026

Visual Art
Wednesday 10 June 2026


Torch Program​

Application due Friday 17 July 2026. Observation Week 14-18 September 2026.​



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Last reviewed 03 June 2026
Last updated 03 June 2026