At McIlwraith State School, our purpose is aligned to those of Education Queensland and reflected and practised through the following principles:

• To provide a quality education that develops a student's social intellectual, physical and emotional understandings.
• To prepare students for a useful, satisfying and productive life as a member of society.
• To provide a safe, tolerant and disciplined environment for students and staff.

Our Vision is for everyone at McIlwraith State School to:

'Be treated with respect and dignity, allowing them to participate in an environment where they feel safe, supported and valved, so that all stakeholders are able to learn and teach effectively and productively.'