Years 7 – 12
Secondary School
Our Secondary School brings together the IB Middle Years Programme and the IB Diploma Programme in one continuous pathway from Year 7 to graduation.
Programmes
Two stages, one continuum
Choose a stage to explore the curriculum, assessment and co-curricular life in detail.
Year 7 – Year 10
Middle Years Programme
Eight subject groups, service as action, and interdisciplinary units that connect classroom learning to the wider world. Students complete the Personal Project in Year 10.
Explore the programmeYear 11 – Year 12
Diploma Programme
Six subjects across three levels, plus Theory of Knowledge, the Extended Essay and CAS — the leading internationally recognised university entrance qualification.
Explore the programmeWhy AZC
What shapes our Secondary School
One continuous IB pathway
Students move from the PYP into the MYP and on to the DP without changing schools or frameworks, so skills in inquiry, research and reflection compound year on year.
Faith at the centre
Arabic, Islamic Studies and Qur'an sit alongside the academic programme, and daily prayer is part of the rhythm of the school day.
Small cohorts, known students
Class sizes allow teachers to track each student closely and adjust support, extension and pastoral care to the individual.
University-ready graduates
The Diploma is recognised by universities across Australia and internationally, with ATAR conversion through UAC.
The Diploma replaces the HSC from 2026
From 2026 Al Zahra College offers the IB Diploma Programme in place of the HSC. Families can read the full note from the Headmaster explaining the change and what it means for senior students.
Read the parent noteAdmissions
Begin your child's journey at Al Zahra College
From 2026 until further notice, admissions are offered to Kindergarten only. Speak with our admissions team to plan your family's next step.