Whitfield State School is a highly regarded school in the Cairns area. The school is set on a large site with ovals, beautiful gardens and a tropical rainforest plot. Close to both tropical rainforest tablelands and the Great Barrier Reef, our families and students reside close to some of Australia’s most beautiful natural environments.

Our school combines strong academic achievement with exceptional teaching, extraordinary opportunities and a deliberate focus on raising capable children. Students benefit from specialist programs, PEAK Academies, sport, performing arts, technology, outdoor learning and opportunities designed to develop resilient, skilled problem solvers. We are immensely proud of our school’s reputation for providing an excellent education in a safe, caring environment.

Whitfield State School has modern facilities and is well resourced for play and learning. International student enrolments and visits by school study groups from overseas add to a rich learning environment. Our school motto Each Striving for the Peak underpins our belief that every student has the potential to succeed. Our school provides a strong primary education, successfully transitions students to high school and supports high achieving students to excel.