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Welcome to Machans Beach State School

Our lovely small school is located in the tropical beachside suburb of Machans Beach in Cairns, North Queensland, and Australia.


Machans Beach State School provides a supportive school environment which ensures every student reaches his or her potential in their learning as well as in their physical, social, emotional and moral development.


Our schools motto is 'Respecting Ourselves, Caring for Others'. We set high standards in developing self-esteem and caring for each other as proud individuals, school and community members. For more information regarding our school size, year levels and location please visit the Department of Education Schools directory External link.

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Latest news

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Sun safety

Year-round sun protection is important for all children and young people.

Tuesday 23 January 2024

Every day counts

Parents are reminded of the importance of sending children to school every day.

Monday 01 February 2021

School watch

Help keep our school safe.

Monday 01 February 2021

QParents app

Download the QParents app today!

Monday 01 February 2021
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Tuesday 15 Apr

Staff professional development

Location: Queensland
Time: All day (15 Apr) - (16 Apr)
Wednesday 16 Apr

Staff professional development

Location: Queensland
Time: All day (16 Apr) - (17 Apr)
Thursday 17 Apr

Good Friday

Location: Queensland
Time: All day (17 Apr) - (18 Apr)
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We strongly believe in child initiated play and nature play. Our program is diverse and offers activities such as arts and crafts, sports, cooking, music and dance.
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