Toowong State School acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land on which we learn and grow - the Jagera and Turrbal people - and pays respect to Elders past and present.
The suburb of Toowong grew steadily from the mid-1800s, particularly after the Brisbane–Ipswich railway line was constructed in 1874. As the population increased, so did the need for education, with an early school established by Mrs Williams and her daughter.
Toowong State School officially opened on 22 January 1880 in Aston Street. Within nine years, enrolments had grown to 350 students, with many travelling from surrounding areas including Indooroopilly, Milton, and West End.
In 1910, the school relocated to its current site as the centre of the suburb shifted. Some of the original buildings remain in use today. Enrolments continued to rise, reaching a peak of 895 students in 1927.
The school has been part of significant historical moments, including celebrations for the Coronation of King George V in 1911 and the visit of the Prince of Wales in 1920, when students marched to the city led by a bugle band.
The impact of World War I was deeply felt within the school community. Three teachers served overseas, along with 148 former students, 28 of whom lost their lives. A cedar honour board in the school library commemorates their service.
Today, Toowong State School continues to honour its history while embracing the future. Diversity and inclusion are key strengths of our community, including our bilingual-bicultural program supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing students through Auslan and English.
Supported by dedicated staff and families, we remain committed to providing a high-quality education for every child. In 2020, the school proudly celebrated 140 years of learning, growth, and community.