Kilcoy State School, established in 1892, is located in the northern section of the Somerset Shire in Queensland. It is located close to the centre of town in the heart of a rapidly changing rural area, with several established and budding industries. Kilcoy is a Band 7 school with an enrolment of approximately 320 students from Prep to Year 7. Currently there are about fourteen classroom teachers and a wide range of support personnel at Kilcoy State School. This composition operates as a team to provide the best possible environment for our students. The enthusiasm and open friendliness of the children provide an excellent platform upon which positive relationships have been founded. Kilcoy State School has a fine tradition of good academic achievements and sporting, cultural and citizenship achievements. All curriculum studies are undertaken on campus. A clear focus in the school is the provision of a green and healthy environment. The Language Other than English undertaken in the school is Japanese. It is our aim to provide a study program that addresses the identified needs of our students. Support from the wider community is very encouraging. There are a number of active parents who run the Parents and Citizens Association. The school vision statement is that Kilcoy State School will continue to be a caring, supportive school with happy, motivated students. Every student will be offered the opportunity to thrive and participate fully in the learning process. The school will continue to take an active role in the community. As it grows and develops, Kilcoy State School will embrace innovation and creativity whilst maintaining its unique rural atmosphere. We will always strive for excellence in every area. The school offers outstanding sports, performing arts and reading programs and has recently introduced before school tutorials and a homework centre. Construction of a modern resource centre and multipurpose hall was completed in mid 2010. It now provides a wonderful learning environment for all of Kilcoy'..