Lowood State High School is a Band 10 Queensland school catering for Years 8 to 12. The school was established in 1983 and is located 32 km north-west of Ipswich. We have excellent teaching areas, well-established computer facilities and pleasant school surrounds. Our students are mainly of European descent with approximately 4% Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. Our students have a wide diversity of ability levels and come from diverse socio economic backgrounds. We have a transient student population with approximately 70% of students travelling to school by bus. Our students' primary school experiences range from one teacher schools to large primary schools. Lowood State High School is committed to providing a high quality education which gives each student the opportunity to achieve to the best of their ability. Our School Motto is 'CREATING THE FUTURE'. Our focus is on preparing students with the skills and credentials they require to enable them to progress to the next phase of their life, be it University, further training or employment - thereby "Creating their Future". Our curriculum caters for the full range of students and is focused on providing a relevant range of academic and vocational pathways. Our educational support centre caters for students with disabilities, with students having an individual education plan which addresses their specific needs in an inclusive environment. Our middle school curriculum is based on the eight (8) Key Learning Areas with students having opportunities to achieve the required outcomes in each KLA via the Essential Learnings. The middle school curriculum also includes a Bridging Pathways Program, catering for students who need additional support with the Key Learning Areas of English, Maths, Science and SOSE. Students in the senior school are able to choose a mix of Authority, Authority Registered (SAS) and VET (Vocational) subjects. The Senior Curriculum includes an Industry Pathways Program, a practical hands-on course designed for students who have the..