Families across Springfield, Redbank, and nearby suburbs are set to benefit from a proposed new special school planned for Augustine Heights, where it would share a site with Woogaroo Creek State School. Planning is underway for the facility, aimed at meeting the increasing demand for specialised education in the fast-growing region.
The new special school is currently in the planning stage and is being considered as part of a statewide program to address capacity pressures in communities with rapid population growth. Although an investment decision has not yet been finalised, the proposal reflects the government’s ongoing monitoring of enrolments and infrastructure needs across the state.
The planned school is expected to expand special education capacity and help ease enrolment pressures across nearby schools. It is currently scheduled to open in 2028.
Local Voices Encouraged to Take Part
The project is one of several new special schools under consideration as part of a $500-million program to improve accessibility for families. Many parents in the area currently travel long distances for specialist education services, prompting strong community support for a local facility.
To ensure residents’ input is heard, information sessions have been arranged for families connected to both Woogaroo Creek State School and Goodna Special School.
Local representatives have also invited the public to share feedback during a drop-in consultation session at the Jordan Electorate Office on Tuesday, 11 November, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Those unable to attend are encouraged to email their thoughts to jordan@parliament.qld.gov.au. These discussions are expected to help shape future decisions on the school’s design, capacity, and services offered.
A Step Forward for Inclusive Education
The planned school at Augustine Heights signals progress toward improving education options for students with diverse needs in the Ipswich region. While timelines and funding remain under review, the Department’s focus on consultation marks an essential step toward ensuring that local families have access to the support and facilities they need close to home.
Published 6-Nov-2025
