Ipswich West State School

The official page of Ipswich West State School to share information and seek feedback from members of our school community, in providing a high quality education and fulfilling school life for our students.

School starts at 8: 40am and finishes at 3pm.

Welcome to Ipswich West State School, a school with high standards for a fulfilling, high quality education and school life.

With an enrolment capacity of 260 students and only 1. 5 to 2 classes per year level, we are fortunate to have a close, supportive school community in which every student is known and catered for. We provide our students with the opportunities for a fulfilling school life, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed for future schooling and beyond.

At Ipswich West State School, we work in partnership with parents, carers and family members to teach and help every child, every day to be their best. Research has found that

We continue to work to ensure that we use the most effective teaching practices so that all students are achieving year level expectations and extended to reach their full potential.

Our priority focus areas are:
• Literacy and numeracy, vital skills needed at all levels of education, work life and private life
• Implementing the Australian Curriculum to provide our students with the knowledge and skills they need to be successful students and citizens
• Attendance at school because every day counts for your child’s learning and reliability
• Positive behaviour to get along with others within and beyond school and engage in learning
• Uniform-wearing to unite our students in smart attire

First opened in August 1861, the school is the fifth oldest state school still operating in Queensland. The heritage listed facilities create a unique, memorable school environment. A well-equipped computer lab and library, interactive whiteboards, iPads and air conditioning modernise and enhance our students’ learning.

Welcome to the outstanding school community of Ipswich West State School.