History of Woongoolba State School

In April 1875 a meeting of parents at Pimpama Island elected a school committee with the object of provisioning a school for the district. The school was known as the Pimpama Island Provisional School.

On 17th April 1876 the school was opened with 13 students. The first Teacher appointed was Joseph Schindler. The school room was 16 feet by 14 feet with a Teacher’s sleeping room and kitchen attached. The 13 pupils who attended were young and of German parentage, by the end of the year, 23 students were enrolled.

In 1897 the school was to be moved across the road to a new site. In 1899 the school was completed and renamed The Pimpama Island State School.

In 1930 the name was changed to Woongoolba State School which reflected the locality. In 1941 the building was divided and eventually more classrooms and a library were built. The original building is now the upstairs section of the administration block.

In 1990 a full redevelopment plan was commenced. The first stage was the opening of new infants’ classrooms in 1991. The second stage accommodated upper levels and was completed in 1997.

In 2010, the new resource centre and central covered area were completed. Woongoolba State School is now an exciting and innovative educational institution providing a blend of traditional community values and modern facilities. The school serves the communities of Jacobs Well, Cabbage Tree Point, Steiglitz, Alberton, Woongoolba, Stapylton, Norwell, Yatala and Ormeau. 

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