Pallara State School: A New Chapter for Prep and Year 1 Students
Pallara State School has long been a cornerstone of our local community, offering a high-quality education in a supportive environment. With rapid growth in the area and a steadily increasing student population, we are proud to announce the construction of a new campus, scheduled to open in 2026. This campus will specifically cater to Prep and Year 1 students, ensuring that our youngest learners have the best possible start to their educational journey. From Year 2 and on students will continue their education journey at the current main campus located at 39 Ritchie Road.
A Historical Connection
The new campus will mark a return to Pallara State School’s roots. Until 2016, the original school site located at 282 Ritchie Road served as the heart of our community, where students began their educational path. Beginning from 2016, the school relocated to its current site at 39 Ritchie Road to accommodate the growing community and provide a more expansive learning environment. Now, as the area continues to grow, the decision to create a dedicated campus for Prep and Year 1 students is a natural and essential step in ensuring our young learners receive focused and specialized education. The new Prep and Year 1 campus will be built on the original school site located at 282 Ritchie Road.
Why is the New Campus Needed?
Pallara has seen significant residential growth in recent years, leading to a notable increase in the number of families in the area. As the local population continues to expand, the demand for educational spaces, particularly for our youngest students, has risen. The new campus will provide a tailored learning environment for Prep and Year 1 students, where they can thrive in a space specifically designed for their developmental needs.
By dedicating an entire campus to our early years learners, we can offer a more personalized and nurturing environment for young children to grow, learn, and explore.
What the New Campus Will Offer
The new campus, set to open in 2026, will provide a welcoming, purpose-built space for our youngest students, featuring:
Dedicated Prep and Year 1 Classrooms: Specialized classrooms designed to meet the unique needs of early learners, ensuring a safe, engaging, and supportive environment.
Additional and Refurbished Facilities: All classroms, Administration building, Tuckshop, and other facilities will be newly built - the existing BER (Building Education Revolution) buildings, the Resource Centre and Hall that were built in 2009 will undergo refurbishment to ensure they are fit for purpose and meet current standards.
Age-appropriate Facilities: Playgrounds, outdoor learning areas, and recreational spaces designed specifically for younger children, encouraging both physical activity and social interaction.
Focus on Early Development: A strong emphasis on building foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, and emotional development, setting a strong educational base for the years ahead.
A Return to Our Origins: While the main school site remains at 39 Ritchie Road, this new campus will bring us full circle, offering a location just for our early years learners, harking back to the days when Pallara State School served the community from its original site.
A Vision for the Future
The opening of this new campus for Prep and Year 1 students in 2026 is a critical step in ensuring that Pallara State School continues to meet the educational needs of the local community. By focusing on the early years, we can give our youngest students a strong start, with an environment designed to nurture their growth and prepare them for the future.
As we look forward to this new chapter, we remain committed to providing the best possible education for all of our students, from their first day in Prep to their final year at school. This expansion reaffirms our commitment to the Pallara community and ensures that we can continue to support the needs of our growing population.
Stay Updated
We are excited to share more details as the development of the new campus progresses. Updates about the new campus including construction timelines will be published in the newsletter.
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