Yarrabilba’s new school set to open next year will be known as South Rock State School.
The name has been announced as it winds up for its grand opening in the new year.
South Rock State School is a $68 million investment with capacity for 1200 students when all stages are complete.
Foundation principal Aaron Jones said the word ‘Yarrabilba’ will be included in the school logo to give locational context to the name.
“South Rock refers to a natural sandstone outcrop, which holds significant cultural importance to First Nations people who were consulted as part of the naming process,” Mr Jones said.
“A strong sense of support and connection exists within our ever-expanding community, and we look forward to growing with our community into the future.
“South Rock State School is committed to acknowledging the Gugingin, Mununjali and Wangerriburra Peoples of the Yugambeh Language Group, their shared connections and stories.”
Education minister Grace Grace said it was an exciting step, with the first children walking through the doors within their growing communities.
Ms Grace said the new principal Mr Jones was excited for day 1.
She said energy efficiency and renewables were at the heart of the new schools, including three others throughout the state, supporting the state’s energy goals.
“The new schools will have solar panels,” Ms Grace said.
“We are positioning the buildings to limit the exposure to morning and afternoon sun, which will reduce the energy needed for air conditioning.”
There would also be LED lights on timers, and insulation.
