Ingleside State School, originally known as the Westbury Provisional School, was established on March 21, 1892, after a public meeting in 1891 identified the need for a local school in the Tallebudgera Valley. The school opened with 13 students under the leadership of Lucy Gill, who also taught her own children there. It was initially housed in a slab hut on Nelson Reid’s property.
Despite historical challenges and brief closures, the school continued operating with strong support from the local community. It transitioned from a provisional to a more permanent institution in the early 1900s, with a new school building opened in 1901 after community fundraising and support.
The school has always maintained a close connection to its community. A significant feature of the school grounds is the Camphor Laurel Tree, believed to have been planted around 1916 in remembrance of soldiers who died in World War I.
Today, Ingleside State School continues its long tradition of education, community connection, and resilience, remaining a valued part of the Tallebudgera Valley since its founding over 130 years ago.