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Welcome to Mount Isa School of the Air
Mount Isa School of the Air is a government co-educational Prep to Year 10 school, proudly supporting students in isolated communities across North West Queensland and beyond.
With approximately 160 students currently enrolled, our learners come from a vast and remarkable region—stretching from the Gulf of Carpentaria to Birdsville, and from Hughenden in the east to the western borders of Queensland.
Our Values: Learning and Belonging
At the heart of our school are two guiding values:
- Excellence in Education in the Outback
- We Are a School of Families
These values shape everything we do—ensuring our students receive high-quality learning while feeling supported, connected, and valued.
Quality Learning, Wherever You Are
Our students follow the Australian National Curriculum across key learning areas, ensuring national standards are met. Alongside this, our programs strongly focus on:
• Literacy and numeracy across all subjects
• Social and emotional wellbeing
• Digital learning and online skills
• Confidence, independence, and resilience
We prepare students not only for academic success, but for life beyond the classroom.
A Strong and Supportive Community
Our school community covers almost one quarter of Queensland, yet remains close-knit and highly connected.
We are proud of the strong relationships between:
• Students
• Families
• Home tutors and governesses
• Teachers and support staff
This sense of partnership is reflected in our school surveys and is one of our greatest strengths.
Learning Together, Face to Face
Our dedicated Field Service Team travels throughout North West Queensland, providing valuable opportunities for students and home tutors to meet, learn, and connect in person.
These visits strengthen relationships, build confidence, and bring our learning community together throughout the year.
Our Dedicated Team
Our school is supported by a committed and diverse team, including:
• Principal and Deputy Principal
• Primary and Secondary Teachers
• Head of Department – Curriculum
• Field Team
• Instrumental Music Teacher
• Technical Officer
• Community, Wellbeing and Enrolments Officer
• Business Manager
• Administration Staff
• Teacher Aides
• Grounds and Cleaning Staff
Together, they work to ensure every student receives the best possible education—no matter how remote their location.
Learning at Home, Supported by Family
As a distance education school, families play a vital role in their child’s learning journey.
Each family provides a suitable home tutor to guide and support their child in their home classroom. With supervision, encouragement, and access to our digital curriculum, students are empowered to learn successfully in their own environment—while remaining closely connected to their teachers and peers.
Where Distance Never Limits Potential
At Mount Isa School of the Air, distance is simply part of our story—not a barrier to success.
Through strong partnerships, innovative learning, and a caring community, we continue to support outback students to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential—wherever they call home.
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Mount Isa School of the Air is a government co-educational Prep to Year 10 school, proudly supporting students in isolated communities across North West Queensland and beyond.
With approximately 160 students currently enrolled, our learners come from a vast and remarkable region—stretching from the Gulf of Carpentaria to Birdsville, and from Hughenden in the east to the western borders of Queensland.
Our Values: Learning and Belonging
At the heart of our school are two guiding values:
- Excellence in Education in the Outback
- We Are a School of Families
These values shape everything we do—ensuring our students receive high-quality learning while feeling supported, connected, and valued.
Quality Learning, Wherever You Are
Our students follow the Australian National Curriculum across key learning areas, ensuring national standards are met. Alongside this, our programs strongly focus on:
• Literacy and numeracy across all subjects
• Social and emotional wellbeing
• Digital learning and online skills
• Confidence, independence, and resilience
We prepare students not only for academic success, but for life beyond the classroom.
A Strong and Supportive Community
Our school community covers almost one quarter of Queensland, yet remains close-knit and highly connected.
We are proud of the strong relationships between:
• Students
• Families
• Home tutors and governesses
• Teachers and support staff
This sense of partnership is reflected in our school surveys and is one of our greatest strengths.
Learning Together, Face to Face
Our dedicated Field Service Team travels throughout North West Queensland, providing valuable opportunities for students and home tutors to meet, learn, and connect in person.
These visits strengthen relationships, build confidence, and bring our learning community together throughout the year.
Our Dedicated Team
Our school is supported by a committed and diverse team, including:
• Principal and Deputy Principal
• Primary and Secondary Teachers
• Head of Department – Curriculum
• Field Team
• Instrumental Music Teacher
• Technical Officer
• Community, Wellbeing and Enrolments Officer
• Business Manager
• Administration Staff
• Teacher Aides
• Grounds and Cleaning Staff
Together, they work to ensure every student receives the best possible education—no matter how remote their location.
Learning at Home, Supported by Family
As a distance education school, families play a vital role in their child’s learning journey.
Each family provides a suitable home tutor to guide and support their child in their home classroom. With supervision, encouragement, and access to our digital curriculum, students are empowered to learn successfully in their own environment—while remaining closely connected to their teachers and peers.
Where Distance Never Limits Potential
At Mount Isa School of the Air, distance is simply part of our story—not a barrier to success.
Through strong partnerships, innovative learning, and a caring community, we continue to support outback students to grow, thrive, and reach their full potential—wherever they call home.
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