Holloways Beach Environmental Education Centre (HBEEC) is a residential and day visit facility operated by the Queensland Department of Education providing outdoor and environmental programs for students from Year 5 to Year 12. Situated 12km north of the Cairns CBD, the centre is uniquely located on 11 hectares of beach, littoral rainforest and mangrove forest.

The centre delivers quality programs aligned to the Australian curriculum utilising its unique environment and offers authentic real life learning experiences beyond the capacity of the classroom. There is a strong focus on team building and teamwork which are important skills for 21st century learning. These skills also address the personal and social capabilities in the Australian Curriculum. Our highly skilled teaching staff collaboratively plan all programs with visiting groups to achieve desired student outcomes. HBEEC promotes an inclusive culture through our deep connection with our community and schools.

HBEEC acknowledges the Yirrganydji people, the traditional custodians of the country in which this centre is located, and pays respect to their elders past and present.