Beachmere Schools & More

Beachmere is a charming coastal suburb located within the Moreton Bay Region in Queensland. Positioned between Deception Bay and Sandstone Point, Beachmere offers a unique blend of natural beauty and community amenities. With its rich history, excellent schools, and a range of recreational activities, Beachmere is a wonderful place to live and explore.

History of Beachmere

Beachmere was mainly a fishing community when it was settled by Europeans. The area's name is thought to have been given by a European settler, Thomas Edwin Bonney, who named it after his early residence. Bonney arrived in 1870 and is believed to be the first European Australian settler in the area. Over the years, Beachmere has grown and developed, becoming a thriving suburb with a strong sense of community.

Beachmere Historical Photo: Aerial view of Beachmere in 1979
Aerial view of the suburb of Beachmere in 1979. Image courtesy of Moreton Bay Regional Council (reference number CLPC-P1165).

Schools in Beachmere

Beachmere is home to two primary schools: Beachmere State School, a government primary school that has been serving the community since 198, and Moreton Bay Birali Steiner School, which is a private primary school that opened its doors in 2013. While there is no secondary school in Beachmere, students have access to secondary schools in neighbouring suburbs. There are several public and private schools in Caboolture, which is only a short drive from Beachmere, including Australian Christian College - Moreton.

For families seeking P-12 Christian education, Australian Christian College - Moreton is a reputable choice. Ensuring students are well known, well loved and well taught, ACC Moreton’s dedicated team of Christian teachers are only a short drive from Beachmere.

The Natural Beauty of Beachmere

Beachmere is blessed with stunning natural assets, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The suburb is located at the mouth of the Caboolture River, where it enters Deception Bay. It is positioned on a small peninsula formed by the river and the bay, offering beautiful views and a tranquil atmosphere. The area also features a strip of sandy beach set among marshy countryside, providing a picturesque backdrop for leisurely walks and beach activities.

Activities and Interests of Residents in Beachmere

Residents of Beachmere enjoy a variety of hobbies and interests, taking advantage of the suburb's natural surroundings. Some popular activities include:

  • Boat and Watercraft Fun: Beachmere offers a two-lane boat ramp and pontoon, providing easy access to the Caboolture River, Pumicestone Passage, Burpengary Creek, Deception Bay, Scarborough, and Moreton Island. Boat hire places are available nearby in Sandstone Point and on Bribie Island.
  • Horse Riding: Beachmere is close to the Queensland State Equestrian Centre in Caboolture, and riders and their horses can often be seen trotting along the waterfront at low tide.
  • Family Fun in the Sun: Moreton Terrace Park offers a great spot for families to enjoy picnics and beach activities. Kids can play on the beach, make sandcastles, wade in the shallow waters, and watch soldier crabs at low tide.
  • Dog Walks: Beachmere provides both off-leash and on-leash dog-friendly areas along the foreshore, allowing residents to enjoy walks with their furry friends.
  • Nearby Walks at Godwin Beach: The Godwin Beach Environmental Reserve, located between Sandstone Point and Beachmere, offers a peaceful setting for leisurely walks through various vegetation habitats.
Horse riders riding around Beachmere beach
Horse riding on Beachmere Beach at low tide (source: queensland.com)

Beachmere's Labour Force and Local Economy

Beachmere's local economy is diverse and supported by various industries. The suburb benefits from its proximity to Moreton Bay, which provides opportunities for fishing and boating-related businesses. Additionally, the presence of schools, community facilities, and local businesses creates employment opportunities for residents. The suburb's location within the Moreton Bay Region also allows residents to access employment opportunities in nearby towns and cities.

Transport Options in Beachmere

Beachmere is well-connected to surrounding areas, offering convenient transport options for residents. The suburb is located only 12 km southeast of Caboolture and 59 km northeast of Brisbane CBD. The area is serviced by local bus routes, providing connections to neighbouring suburbs and major transport hubs. Additionally, the suburb's proximity to major roads and highways allows for easy access to other parts of the region.

ACC Moreton also offers a private school bus service to Beachemere on school days. See the map below for options.

  1. 1cnr James Rd & Dorunda Ave, Beachmere
  2. 2Moreton Tce, Beachmere
  3. 3cnr Kunde St & Columbia Dr, Beachmere
  4. 4Biggs Ave, Beachmere
  5. 5
  6. 6Blaney St, Beachmere
  7. 7Mynott Rd Beachmere
  8. 8cnr Aylward Rd & Relesah Dr, Ningi
  9. 9Bribie Island Rd, Ningi
  10. 10Ningi Waters Dr, Ningi
  11. 11Lakeside Cres, Ningi
  12. 12Water Gum Cres, Ningi
  13. 13Seaforth St, Sandstone Point
  14. 14cnr Avalon & Seaforth St, Sandstone Point
  15. 15Tallow Crt, Sandstone Point
  16. 16Bestmann Rd at Corrimal Place, Sandstone Point
  17. 17Bestmann Rd, Ningi
  18. 18Bus Stop, Bestmann Rd near Greygum Ct, Ningi
  19. 19Bestmann Rd near Regina Ave, Ningi
  20. 20ACC Moreton
  1. 1Corymbia Way, Banksia Beach
  2. 2Dunebean Dr, Banksia Beach
  3. 3Beagle Ave, Banksia Beach
  4. 4Aquila Cct, Banksia Beach
  5. 5cnr Pectoral Pl & Marina Blvd, Banksia Beach
  6. 6Jabiru St, Bellara
  7. 7cnr Warrigal & Boronia Dr, Bribie Island
  8. 8Boronia Dr near Orchid St, Bellara
  9. 9bus stop Goodwin Dr at Kangaroo Avenue, Bongaree
  10. 10North St, Woorim
  11. 11Eden Cres, Woorim
  12. 12Morris St, Bongaree
  13. 13bus stop Bribie Island Rd at Bestmann Road, Ningi
  14. 14bus stop Bribie Island Rd at Redondo Street, Ningi
  15. 15ACC Moreton
  1. 1Old Bay Rd, Burpengary East
  2. 2Cobb Rd, Burpengary East
  3. 3cnr Normanby Cres & Moreton Bay Blvd, Burpengary East
  4. 4Fraser Rd, Nth Harbour
  5. 5Fraser Dr & Harvey Parade, North Harbour
  6. 6Fraser Dr, Burpengary East
  7. 7Bus Stop, Glenwood Dr near Cotswold St, Morayfield
  8. 8Laver St, Morayfield
  9. 9Bus Stop Redcedar Pl & Lomandra Dr, Morayfield
  10. 10cnr Jack St & Graham Rd, Morayfield
  11. 11cnr Raff Rd & Bunya Crt, Caboolture South
  12. 12cnr Waterside Esplanade & Raff Rd
  13. 13cnr Berry St & Raff Rd, Caboolture
  14. 14cnr Raff Rd & Suter Dr, Caboolture
  15. 15bus stop Market Dr near Suter Dr, Caboolture South
  16. 16Kevin Grove, Caboolture South
  17. 17ACC Moreton
  1. 1bus stop Tullawong Primary School
  2. 2cnr Goldencrest & Cottonwood St, Caboolture
  3. 3cnr Foxglove St & Central Springs Pde, Caboolture
  4. 4cnr Central Springs Pde & Speedwell St, Caboolture
  5. 5Old Gympie Rd, Caboolture
  6. 6cnr Hammond Rd & Halcot Crt, Caboolture
  7. 7cnr Markwell Rd & Limburg Ave, Caboolture
  8. 8cnr Markwell Rd & Cathy Crt, Caboolture
  9. 9Alcock Rd, Elimbah
  10. 10Breadsell Dr, Caboolture
  11. 11cnr Murrimbah Dr & Lyndhurst Tce, Caboolture
  12. 12cnr Old Gympie Rd & Three Ponds, Elimbah
  13. 13cnr Flametree Crt & Three Ponds, Elimbah
  14. 14Kirrang Dr, Elimbah
  15. 15ACC Moreton
  1. 1Tinney Rd, Upper Caboolture
  2. 2Darley Rd, Upper Caboolture
  3. 3Minimbah State School
  4. 4Cresthaven Dr & Crestwood Ave, Morayfield
  5. 5Beacon St, Morayfield
  6. 6Torrens Rd & Carob Ct, Caboolture South
  7. 7Bishop Lane, Bellmere
  8. 8Courtie St, Bellmere
  9. 9Belle Air Dr near Riverside Cct, Bellmere
  10. 10Belle Air Dr near Riverwood Dr, Bellmere
  11. 11River Dr at Lotus Ave, Bellmere
  12. 12Daintree St, Bellmere
  13. 13cnr Daintree St & Tara Gr, Bellmere
  14. 14Swann Road, Bellmere
  15. 15cnr Kings St and Webster Dr, Caboolture
  16. 16Park St, Caboolture
  17. 17Bellview St, Caboolture
  18. 18bus stop King St & Maple Lane, Caboolture
  19. 19Watt St near Pearl Cr, Caboolture
  20. 20ACC Moreton
  1. 1Jensen Rd & Ibis Crt, Caboolture
  2. 2cnr Male Rd & Tiffany Ct, Caboolture
  3. 3bus stop Elof Rd & Riccardo St, Caboolture
  4. 4Joyner Cct, Caboolture
  5. 5Duffield Cres, Caboolture
  6. 6Crooks St, Caboolture
  7. 7Jacques Cl, Caboolture
  8. 8cnr Central Lakes Dr & Reddy Dr, Caboolture
  9. 9cnr O'Neill & Hodgskin St, Caboolture
  10. 10McMillan St, Caboolture
  11. 11Hodgskin St, Caboolture
  12. 12cnr Hodgskin St & Conte St, Caboolture
  13. 13Payne St, Caboolture
  14. 14cnr Mortimer & Walter St, Caboolture
  15. 15ACC Moreton
  1. 1Steve Irwin Way, Glass House Mountains
  2. 2Carnarvon Dr, Beerwah
  3. 3Sahara Rd, Glass House Mountains
  4. 4Summit Close, Glass House Mountains
  5. 5cnr Poole Rd & Pinnacles Dr, Glasshouse
  6. 6Beerburrum Rd & Acacia Ave, Beerburrum
  7. 7Carawatha Rd, Elimbah
  8. 8Kirrang Dr, Elimbah
  9. 9cnr Remor Crt & Bigmor Dr, Elimbah
  10. 10cnr Bigmor Dr & Sammor Rd, Elimbah
  11. 11Bigmor Dr, Elimbah
  12. 12Kapyong Rd, Caboolture
  13. 13cnr Golden Dr & Quartz Rd, Caboolture
  14. 14Emu Rd, Caboolture
  15. 15ACC Moreton
  1. 1Coach Stop William St, Kilcoy
  2. 2cnr Billy Green Dr & Villeneuve Rd, Villeneuve
  3. 3cnr Mary Smokes Rd & D'Aguilar Hwy, Royston
  4. 4Durundur St, Woodford
  5. 5Woodford Memorial Park
  6. 6cnr Peterson Rd & D'Aguilar Hwy, Woodford
  7. 7Scotts La & D'Aguilar Highway, Woodford
  8. 8Mt Mee Rd & Newman Ln, Delaneys Creek
  9. 9cnr Cash St & Hartley Dr, D'Aguilar
  10. 10Akoonah Way, D'Aguilar
  11. 11cnr Patanga Pl & Akoonah Way, D'Aguiliar
  12. 12CJ Pastries Wamuran
  13. 13cnr County Dr & D'Aguilar Hwy
  14. 14ACC Moreton
  1. 1cnr Summerstone Bvd & Clark Rd, Morayfield
  2. 2Ridgegarden Dr, Morayfield
  3. 3Lakeview Rd, Morayfield
  4. 4Halcyon St & Tranquility Bvd, Morayfield
  5. 5Oakey Flat Rd, Morayfield
  6. 6Facer Rd, Burpengary
  7. 7Grace Cres, Narangba
  8. 8Pioneer Dr, Narangba
  9. 9Jinibara Cres, Narangba
  10. 10cnr Pitt Rd & Hedges Ave, Burpengary
  11. 11cnr Pitt Rd & Claudia St, Burpengary
  12. 12Busoni Cres, Burpengary
  13. 13Station Rd, Burpengary
  14. 14Paradise Rd, Burpengary
  15. 15ACC Moreton
  1. 1Donnington Dr, D'Aguilar
  2. 2Townsend St, D'Aguilar
  3. 3Forestcreek Pl, Wamuran
  4. 4Woodcrest Pl, Wamuran
  5. 5Sumsion Rd, Wamuran
  6. 6Depina Dr, Wamuran
  7. 7cnr Kirsty Crt & Beerburrum Rd, Caboolture
  8. 8ACC Moreton

The information on this page is a guide only, contact the school for more information.

Local Businesses, Beachmere

Beachmere is home to various businesses that cater to the needs of residents and visitors, including:

By supporting these local businesses, residents help foster the growth and development of the community.

Suburb Snapshot

  • The drive time from Beachmere to ACC Moreton is approximately 17 minutes.
  • Before and after school care is available for students of ACC Moreton through SmartPlay Caboolture (onsite).
  • Efficient kiss and drop zone operates along the front of ACC Moreton.
  • Bell times: 8.30am to 3.00pm
  • 2024 term dates:
    • Term 1: 22 January - 28 March
    • Term 2: 15 April - 14 June
    • Term 3: 10 July - 13 September
    • Term 4: 30 September - 4 December