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Payne Road State School was opened in 1970 and is set back from the road on picturesque grounds surrounded by Mount Coot-tha, Fish Creek and beautiful green leafy surrounds.
It has a current coeducational enrolment of approximately 300 students from Prep to Year 6.
The school prides itself on being a small school with big results.
At Payne Road State School we combine high-quality teaching with a strong focus on wellbeing, ensuring every student is challenged, cared for, and encouraged to reach their full potential. Our school thrives on a strong, connected parent community, where every student feels safe, valued, and proud to belong.
At our school, high-quality teaching is intentional, evidence-informed, and focused on the success of every child.
We hold high expectations for all students and foster a positive learning culture where excellent teaching makes a real difference.
Teachers work collaboratively to design engaging learning experiences aligned to the Australian Curriculum, with a strong focus on literacy and numeracy and the use of data to guide teaching and personalised support.
This ensures consistency, clarity, and high-quality learning in every classroom.
From our students:
"“I really appreciate all the opportunities we have like camps, excursions and interschool sport. These are some of the highlights for me.” Matilda
“I love how our school community is so welcoming to everyone.
Teachers are all supportive and classmates are kind in and outside of the classroom.” Sawyer
“Payne Road State School is a place where we can put in our best efforts.
Everyone belongs here.” Maeve
“Payne Road State School has amazing facilities, playgrounds, and a big oval where we love to run and play soccer.” Lenny
“Teachers are kind and understanding and really care about the students and their wellbeing.” Fern