A campus addition to Springfield Central State High School and a new special school for the Springfield-Redbank area are part of education expansion plans for 2028 and beyond in high-growth areas.
School Projects in the Springfield Region
New Secondary Campus at Springfield Central State High School
A new secondary campus for Springfield Central State High School is planned to open between 2029 and 2030. The project, first planned for 2024, was postponed after enrolment growth stabilised. The site has been identified and planning work is under way, including design for additional classrooms and facilities. The opening year will be set in line with student demand.
Ripley Valley Primary School
A new state primary school in Ripley Valley is scheduled to open in 2028. It was originally planned for 2025 but delayed after enrolment growth and housing development progressed more slowly than expected. The project is in the planning phase, with the site identified and a design contract to be awarded. A budget allocation was made in the 2025–26 state budget to progress delivery.
Springfield–Redbank Special School
A new special school serving the Springfield–Redbank area is planned for 2028 and beyond. It is in the early stages of planning, with the final site and design yet to be confirmed. A budget allocation for this project was included in the 2025–26 state budget.
Planning Context
The Queensland Department of Education monitors enrolment growth across the state to determine when and where new schools are required. This includes assessing the capacity of existing schools, potential for expansion, population forecasts, and site availability.
The Springfield and Ripley Valley projects form part of a wider program of new schools planned for 2028 and beyond, aimed at meeting future demand in high-growth areas.
Next Steps
For Ripley Valley Primary School, design work will follow the awarding of a contract, with assessments to consider factors such as traffic, environmental impacts, and site conditions. The Springfield secondary campus and Springfield–Redbank Special School will continue through planning, with construction timelines to be set when enrolment demand meets required levels.
Published 12-Aug-2025
