Bellmere Schools & More
With its convenient location near Caboolture, community amenities and attractive lifestyle, Bellmere continues to be a sought-after place to call home. In fact, more than 5,000 people live in Bellmere and this number continues to grow. It’s part of the Moreton Bay Regional Council.
History of Bellmere
Some believe that the name ‘Bellmere’ originated from Arthur John Bell, a landowner in the local area. He donated two acres of his land to the Queensland Government on which the original Bellmere State School was built and opened in 1913.
Bellmere dates back to the early settlement period when pioneers first established agricultural and trading communities. Over the years, Bellmere has evolved into a vibrant residential neighbourhood.
Schools in Bellmere
Bellmere only has one school, Bellmere State School, which opened in 2016. It is a primary school with a special education program. There are several public and private schools in Caboolture, including Australian Christian College - Moreton. Caboolture is within a short drive from Bellmere.
Parents searching for P-12 Christian schools in Bellmere will find that all students at ACC Moreton are well known, well loved and well taught by a dedicated team of Christian teachers - and it’s only a short drive from Bellmere!
Bellmere’s natural assets
Bellmere boasts an array of picturesque local parks and is flanked by Caboolture River to the north and south. These assets provide residents with opportunities for outdoor recreation, relaxation and connecting with nature.
Most popular cafe in Bellmere
Located toward the western boundary of Bellmere is the Strawberry View Coffee Shack. This is a destination cafe located on a working strawberry farm. The cafe overlooks the strawberry patch and boasts views through to the Glass House Mountains.
The menu has both sweet and savoury options, with an emphasis on dishes featuring … strawberries! Hint: try the strawberries and cream ice-cream (see photo).
Hobbies & interests of Bellmere residents
The residents of Bellmere enjoy a wide range of hobbies and interests, reflecting the suburb's diverse community. Popular pastimes include sports, such as rugby league and cricket, as well as outdoor activities like walking and cycling in the nearby parks.
Bellmere’s local economy
The economy of Bellmere includes a mix of small businesses, retail establishments and service industries. Many residents also commute to Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast for work, benefiting from the suburb's strategic location and convenient transport links.
Transport options in Bellmere
Bellmere offers a range of transport options for residents, making it easy to commute to nearby areas and access essential amenities. Public transport options include local bus services and nearby train stations, while major roads connect Bellmere to neighbouring suburbs and cities. For those who prefer active transport, bike paths and walking trails provide convenient alternatives.
Local businesses, Bellmere
Bellmere is home to various businesses that cater to the needs of residents, including
High Impact Tiling, Blue Star Pest & Termite Management, Dirty Dog Hydrobath, Around About Driving School and The Bellmere Butcher. By supporting these local businesses, residents contribute to the growth and development of the community.
Suburb Snapshot
- The drive time from Bellmere to ACC Moreton is 10 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
Bellmere private bus route
ACC Moreton also offers a private school bus service to Bellmere on school days. See the map below for options.
- 1cnr James Rd & Dorunda Ave, Beachmere
- 2Moreton Tce, Beachmere
- 3cnr Kunde St & Columbia Dr, Beachmere
- 4Biggs Ave, Beachmere
- 5
- 6Blaney St, Beachmere
- 7Mynott Rd Beachmere
- 8cnr Aylward Rd & Relesah Dr, Ningi
- 9Bribie Island Rd, Ningi
- 10Ningi Waters Dr, Ningi
- 11Lakeside Cres, Ningi
- 12Water Gum Cres, Ningi
- 13Seaforth St, Sandstone Point
- 14cnr Avalon & Seaforth St, Sandstone Point
- 15Tallow Crt, Sandstone Point
- 16Bestmann Rd at Corrimal Place, Sandstone Point
- 17Bestmann Rd, Ningi
- 18Bus Stop, Bestmann Rd near Greygum Ct, Ningi
- 19Bestmann Rd near Regina Ave, Ningi
- 20ACC Moreton
- 1Corymbia Way, Banksia Beach
- 2Dunebean Dr, Banksia Beach
- 3Beagle Ave, Banksia Beach
- 4Aquila Cct, Banksia Beach
- 5cnr Pectoral Pl & Marina Blvd, Banksia Beach
- 6Jabiru St, Bellara
- 7cnr Warrigal & Boronia Dr, Bribie Island
- 8Boronia Dr near Orchid St, Bellara
- 9bus stop Goodwin Dr at Kangaroo Avenue, Bongaree
- 10North St, Woorim
- 11Eden Cres, Woorim
- 12Morris St, Bongaree
- 13bus stop Bribie Island Rd at Bestmann Road, Ningi
- 14bus stop Bribie Island Rd at Redondo Street, Ningi
- 15ACC Moreton
- 1Old Bay Rd, Burpengary East
- 2Cobb Rd, Burpengary East
- 3cnr Normanby Cres & Moreton Bay Blvd, Burpengary East
- 4Fraser Rd, Nth Harbour
- 5Fraser Dr & Harvey Parade, North Harbour
- 6Fraser Dr, Burpengary East
- 7Bus Stop, Glenwood Dr near Cotswold St, Morayfield
- 8Laver St, Morayfield
- 9Bus Stop Redcedar Pl & Lomandra Dr, Morayfield
- 10cnr Jack St & Graham Rd, Morayfield
- 11cnr Raff Rd & Bunya Crt, Caboolture South
- 12cnr Waterside Esplanade & Raff Rd
- 13cnr Berry St & Raff Rd, Caboolture
- 14cnr Raff Rd & Suter Dr, Caboolture
- 15bus stop Market Dr near Suter Dr, Caboolture South
- 16Kevin Grove, Caboolture South
- 17ACC Moreton
- 1bus stop Tullawong Primary School
- 2cnr Goldencrest & Cottonwood St, Caboolture
- 3cnr Foxglove St & Central Springs Pde, Caboolture
- 4cnr Central Springs Pde & Speedwell St, Caboolture
- 5Old Gympie Rd, Caboolture
- 6cnr Hammond Rd & Halcot Crt, Caboolture
- 7cnr Markwell Rd & Limburg Ave, Caboolture
- 8cnr Markwell Rd & Cathy Crt, Caboolture
- 9Alcock Rd, Elimbah
- 10Breadsell Dr, Caboolture
- 11cnr Murrimbah Dr & Lyndhurst Tce, Caboolture
- 12cnr Old Gympie Rd & Three Ponds, Elimbah
- 13cnr Flametree Crt & Three Ponds, Elimbah
- 14Kirrang Dr, Elimbah
- 15ACC Moreton
- 1Tinney Rd, Upper Caboolture
- 2Darley Rd, Upper Caboolture
- 3Minimbah State School
- 4Cresthaven Dr & Crestwood Ave, Morayfield
- 5Beacon St, Morayfield
- 6Torrens Rd & Carob Ct, Caboolture South
- 7Bishop Lane, Bellmere
- 8Courtie St, Bellmere
- 9Belle Air Dr near Riverside Cct, Bellmere
- 10Belle Air Dr near Riverwood Dr, Bellmere
- 11River Dr at Lotus Ave, Bellmere
- 12Daintree St, Bellmere
- 13cnr Daintree St & Tara Gr, Bellmere
- 14Swann Road, Bellmere
- 15cnr Kings St and Webster Dr, Caboolture
- 16Park St, Caboolture
- 17Bellview St, Caboolture
- 18bus stop King St & Maple Lane, Caboolture
- 19Watt St near Pearl Cr, Caboolture
- 20ACC Moreton
- 1Jensen Rd & Ibis Crt, Caboolture
- 2cnr Male Rd & Tiffany Ct, Caboolture
- 3bus stop Elof Rd & Riccardo St, Caboolture
- 4Joyner Cct, Caboolture
- 5Duffield Cres, Caboolture
- 6Crooks St, Caboolture
- 7Jacques Cl, Caboolture
- 8cnr Central Lakes Dr & Reddy Dr, Caboolture
- 9cnr O'Neill & Hodgskin St, Caboolture
- 10McMillan St, Caboolture
- 11Hodgskin St, Caboolture
- 12cnr Hodgskin St & Conte St, Caboolture
- 13Payne St, Caboolture
- 14cnr Mortimer & Walter St, Caboolture
- 15ACC Moreton
- 1Steve Irwin Way, Glass House Mountains
- 2Carnarvon Dr, Beerwah
- 3Sahara Rd, Glass House Mountains
- 4Summit Close, Glass House Mountains
- 5cnr Poole Rd & Pinnacles Dr, Glasshouse
- 6Beerburrum Rd & Acacia Ave, Beerburrum
- 7Carawatha Rd, Elimbah
- 8Kirrang Dr, Elimbah
- 9cnr Remor Crt & Bigmor Dr, Elimbah
- 10cnr Bigmor Dr & Sammor Rd, Elimbah
- 11Bigmor Dr, Elimbah
- 12Kapyong Rd, Caboolture
- 13cnr Golden Dr & Quartz Rd, Caboolture
- 14Emu Rd, Caboolture
- 15ACC Moreton
- 1Coach Stop William St, Kilcoy
- 2cnr Billy Green Dr & Villeneuve Rd, Villeneuve
- 3cnr Mary Smokes Rd & D'Aguilar Hwy, Royston
- 4Durundur St, Woodford
- 5Woodford Memorial Park
- 6cnr Peterson Rd & D'Aguilar Hwy, Woodford
- 7Scotts La & D'Aguilar Highway, Woodford
- 8Mt Mee Rd & Newman Ln, Delaneys Creek
- 9cnr Cash St & Hartley Dr, D'Aguilar
- 10Akoonah Way, D'Aguilar
- 11cnr Patanga Pl & Akoonah Way, D'Aguiliar
- 12CJ Pastries Wamuran
- 13cnr County Dr & D'Aguilar Hwy
- 14ACC Moreton
- 1cnr Summerstone Bvd & Clark Rd, Morayfield
- 2Ridgegarden Dr, Morayfield
- 3Lakeview Rd, Morayfield
- 4Halcyon St & Tranquility Bvd, Morayfield
- 5Oakey Flat Rd, Morayfield
- 6Facer Rd, Burpengary
- 7Grace Cres, Narangba
- 8Pioneer Dr, Narangba
- 9Jinibara Cres, Narangba
- 10cnr Pitt Rd & Hedges Ave, Burpengary
- 11cnr Pitt Rd & Claudia St, Burpengary
- 12Busoni Cres, Burpengary
- 13Station Rd, Burpengary
- 14Paradise Rd, Burpengary
- 15ACC Moreton
- 1Donnington Dr, D'Aguilar
- 2Townsend St, D'Aguilar
- 3Forestcreek Pl, Wamuran
- 4Woodcrest Pl, Wamuran
- 5Sumsion Rd, Wamuran
- 6Depina Dr, Wamuran
- 7cnr Kirsty Crt & Beerburrum Rd, Caboolture
- 8ACC Moreton
The information on this page is a guide only, contact the school for more information.