Tewantin State School
Tewantin, QLD
Suburb socio-economic profile
Tewantin is a middle-income suburb with a median weekly household income of $1,263, notably below the national median. The median age is 52, reflecting a mature population with a mix of families and retirees (23.1% are aged 65+). The area shows a blend of blue-collar and white-collar workers, with 2.1% identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Source: ABS QuickStats
Most common foreign country of birth
Among Tewantin residents born overseas, England is the most common country of birth, though the specific percentage is not detailed in available data. The suburb is predominantly Australian-born, with 93.0% of residents identifying as Non-Indigenous. Specific overseas-born percentages require further Census data extraction. Source: ABS QuickStats
Working-parent support (OSHC)
Tewantin State School P&C Out Of School Hours Care provides before and after school care plus vacation care. Operating hours are 06:30–08:50 (before school) and 14:45–18:00 (after school) on weekdays during term, and 06:30–18:00 on weekdays during holidays. The service has 80 approved places and is rated as Meeting NQS. Source: ACECQA
School culture (extracurriculars)
Tewantin State School is a long-established school (opened 1875) with an active P&C association. While specific named extracurriculars are not listed in available sources, the school community engages through its P&C-run OSHC program and local community events. For detailed extracurricular offerings (e.g., music, sport, STEM clubs), contacting the school directly at 07 5455 5203 is recommended. Source: ACECQA; Source: Wikipedia
Suburb vibe and groceries
Tewantin offers a laid-back riverside lifestyle with access to the Noosa River and nearby national parks, fostering an outdoorsy community feel. Local grocery options include IGA supermarkets and Coles, along with nearby Noosa Outlook Childcare Centre and Sparrow Early Learning for families. Specialty/ethnic grocers are not specifically identified in available data; the larger Noosa area provides additional diverse options. Source: IGA; Source: CareforKids
Weeknight dining
Specific casual family-friendly dining establishments in Tewantin are not detailed in available search results. The broader Noosa region offers numerous takeaway and dine-in options along Poinciana Parade and nearby Noosaville. For current restaurant listings, consult local directories like Cybo or Google Maps. Source: Cybo
Tutoring and enrichment
Ezy Math Tutoring provides qualified tutors in Tewantin, including a 10-year international primary school teacher, a Sunshine Coast Grammar educator, and university-qualified English specialists. Subjects cover maths, English, chemistry, physics, biology, economics, and NAPLAN preparation. Tutors offer in-home or online flexible scheduling with a 100% Good Fit Guarantee. Source: Ezy Math Tutoring
Commute
Tewantin is approximately 148 km north of Brisbane CBD, with public transport coordinated by Translink. The nearest major train station is in Nambour or Cooroy, with onward connections via Queensland Rail's Sunshine Coast line terminating at Brisbane's Central Station. Driving takes about 1.5–2 hours via the Bruce Highway; train-and-bus combinations take longer and require route planning. Source: Wikipedia; Source: Translink
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Sources
Generated from web research — for informational purposes only, not professional advice. NAPLAN data from ACARA.