Helensvale High commenced in 1990 with barely 200 students and a small staff, numbering 12, led by the inaugural principal, Rod Cassidy.

[vague][citation needed] Sports supported include AFL, Netball, Soccer and more.

Helensvale State High School also participates in Gold Coast Sport North (GCSN).

Helensvale offers its students a variety of arts subjects including music, dance and drama.

All students are encouraged to engage in extra-curricular activities such as the Gold Coast Drama Festival, Estiedfords and School Musicals.