Providing accommodation, education, employment
and training opportunities
Providing accommodation, education, employment and training opportunities
for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and women from some of Far North Queensland’s most remote communities in a culturally appropriate, safe and secure residential environment to ensure every boarding student has the opportunity to transition successfully in to what they want to pursue.
for young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and women from some of Far North Queensland’s most remote communities in a culturally appropriate, safe and secure residential environment to ensure every boarding student has the opportunity to transition successfully in to what they want to pursue.
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AFL Cape York House aims to assist the transition from remote communities by working with families and the individual on their transition supports. We provide a supportive and structured environment that is centred around culture and family by building positive relationships and life skills as they transition through secondary school.
Construction of AFL Cape York House – Boys boarding facility was completed in January 2013 and can support a capacity of 52 young men. AFL Cape York House – Girls facility opened its doors for 48 young women in 2019.
Whilst attending our partner schools, students are supported in their educational and pastoral care needs. Our cohort are mentored and supported in education and life skills with the aim of accessing higher education, employment and training opportunities post-secondary education.
AFLCYH boarding experience is educational in a way that’s not singularly focused on academia but on co-curricular activities as well as teaching life skills. Boarding here is a holistic opportunity. AFLCYH builds on self-identity, worth and growth.
Success is achieved when individuals can demonstrate their uniqueness while aspiring to achieve their best in academic, sporting, cultural and personal pursuits.
It is AFLCYH’s charter to anticipate individuals’ needs and promote engagement throughout boarding-life. Our engagement philosophy centres on activities that promote social justice, education, civic wellbeing and fostering a strong sense of community spirit.
Success is achieved when individuals can demonstrate their uniqueness while aspiring to achieve their best in academic, sporting, cultural and personal pursuits.
It is AFLCYH’s charter to anticipate individuals’ needs and promote engagement throughout boarding-life. Our engagement philosophy centres on activities that promote social justice, education, civic wellbeing and fostering a strong sense of community spirit.
