The Cairns region has a mix of over 50 state schools, independent and non-government schools as well as therapy centres, special education and distance education.

There are more than 100 registered child care centres in Cairns alone.

Our two universities, James Cook University and Central Queensland University, are both rated in the top 2% of universities world-wide.

Read more about local education and childcare at the Choose Cairns website.

Last updated: July 2024