Welcome to Narbethong State Special School.
At Narbethong, we believe every student has the right to learn, participate, communicate and thrive. As Queensland's specialist school for students with vision impairment and multiple disabilities, we are committed to providing an exceptional educational experience where every learner is known, valued and supported to achieve their personal best.
Our students are at the heart of everything we do. We recognise that every child brings unique strengths, interests and aspirations, and we work closely with families to develop individualised learning pathways that foster communication, independence, engagement and lifelong learning. Through high expectations, evidence-informed practice and meaningful relationships, we empower our students to reach their potential in ways that are personally significant.
Narbethong is a unique learning community with a proud history of excellence in specialist education. Our highly skilled staff bring expertise in vision impairment, multiple disability vision impairment (MDVI), deaf blindness, communication, literacy and inclusive pedagogy. Together with therapists, specialist support staff and our Statewide Vision Impairment Services (SVIS), we create accessible, engaging and responsive learning environments where every student can succeed.
Our commitment extends beyond the classroom. We value strong partnerships with families and recognise that the best outcomes for students are achieved when schools and families work together. We take pride in building a welcoming, respectful and inclusive community where every member feels they belong.
From our Early Childhood Development Program through to Senior Transition, our focus is on preparing students for successful futures. We celebrate every achievement, nurture confidence and resilience, and support students to develop the knowledge, skills and independence that will enable them to participate fully in their communities.
I invite you to explore our website, learn more about our exceptional school and discover what makes Narbethong such a special place. Whether you are a prospective family, community partner or professional colleague, we look forward to welcoming you and sharing our commitment to creating opportunities for every student to thrive.
Karen Neilson
Principal