A Queensland school is investigating accusations a deaf student has been subjected to repeated bullying after a video purportedly showing an instance of the alleged abuse surfaced online.

The video, originally posted to social media site 9GAG, shows a group of students surrounding the schoolboy, stomping at him and throwing air punches at him.

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The person who posted the video said the incident happened at Victoria Point State High School in Redland City, east of Brisbane, and claims their son is the victim.

"My deaf son getting harassed at school by these a*******," the person said.

"I have been in contact with the school and yet nothing changes.

"My daughter took this video to show everyone what was happening on a daily basis."

The video has been circulated on other social media sites including Facebook and Reddit.

School response

In a statement to 7NEWS.com.au, the Queensland education department said the school was aware of the video and does not tolerate bullying and violence.

"Victoria Point State High School is committed to providing a safe, respectful and disciplined learning environment," the statement read.

"Any situation that threatens the safety and wellbeing of students or others in the school community is treated extremely seriously and dealt with as a matter of priority.

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"The school is looking into the incident, and any students involved in bullying will be dealt with in line with the school’s Responsible Behaviour Plan for Students.

"No further details can be provided due to student privacy issues."

The school has a range of programs aiming to prevent bullying, the department said.

"Victoria Point State High School continues to work diligently to promote safe and respectful interactions between students and a safe learning environment for everyone in the school community," it said.