First of 22 new schools officially named ahead of 2027 school year

The first five of 22 new schools being delivered by the Crisafulli Government have been officially named, ahead of the 2027 school year.
Foundation students will begin classes in Term 1 next year for the five new schools in southern Queensland.
Crisafulli Government is building Queensland’s future and delivering 22 new schools, including nine special schools, as part of a record $23.1 billion education budget, after a decade of decline under Labor.

The Crisafulli Government has officially named the first five of 22 new schools being delivered to help kids catch up, keep up and stay in school.

The five new schools in Logan and Ipswich will officially open at the start of the 2027 school year, delivering more education choice for families.

The Crisafulli Government is building Queensland's future and delivering 22 new schools across the State, including nine new special schools, after the former Government failed to deliver the schools needed for the State’s growing population.

Students at the five new schools will be eligible for the Crisafulli Government’s $150 Back to School Boost, delivering cost of living relief Queensland families can rely on.

Local schools, community members, Members of Parliament, local government representatives, and other stakeholders were consulted on names for the schools.

The names of the schools and regions, following community consultation, are:

Ridgeview Special School (in Logan Reserve)
Corymbia Reserve State High School (in Logan Reserve)
Berrinba Special School (in Logan Central)
Leichhardt Special School (in Ipswich West)
Woogaroo Creek Special School in Springfield-Redbank)

Enrolments are now open and Foundation Principals are continuing to work with their local communities to establish the five new schools.

School logos, uniform designs, and school colours are being finalised.

Minister Langbroek said construction was on track for the schools to open for the start of the 2027 school year, with a range of facilities to help kids catch up, keep up and stay in school.

“It gives me great pleasure to announce the names of these five new schools being delivered by the Crisafulli Government and I look forward to watching these school communities come to life,” Minister Langbroek said.

“These are the first of our investment for 22 new schools and will cater for Queensland’s growing population, providing parents with greater choice and students with every opportunity to reach their potential.

“Thank you to everyone involved in helping us create the schools’ identities, which will be the source of so much pride and celebration in the future.”

Foundation Principal of Ridgeview Special School Abby Kilfoy said the announcement was a significant milestone for the community.

“This is an exciting step towards expanding educational opportunities for students with disability in the Logan area,” Ms Kilfoy said.

“Together with families, staff and the community, we will create a learning environment where students are supported to thrive, achieve and realise their aspirations.”

Foundation Principal of Berrinba Special School Rob McDowall said he was looking forward to welcoming students when the school opened next year.

“It’s wonderful to see this school develop and become a great asset for the education of students with disability,” Mr McDowall said.

Foundation Principal of Leichhardt Special School Renae Somerville said she was incredibly proud of the opportunity to expand access to high-quality education for students with disability in the Ipswich region.

“As Foundation Principal, I look forward to opening Leichhardt Special School in 2027 and building a strong, inclusive school where every student is supported to thrive,” Principal Somerville said.

Foundation Principal of the Woogaroo Creek Special School in Springfield-Redbank, Rachel Dougherty, said she felt privileged to work closely with the new school community.

“We are working together to build an inclusive, innovative school that involves and meets the needs of students, families, staff and the broader community,” Principal Dougherty said.

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