We are a well established, intentionally designed,
independent school providing a solid foundation for LIFELONG learning
from kindergarten through to year 10.
We offer a highly accountable education process that values + transforms knowledge, thinking, communication, social and emotional intelligence competencies for a rapidly evolving world.
to do this we hold high expectations of our governance, leadership, educators, families and children around commitment to learning + respect for teaching + learning in a community setting.
through our commitment, over 2 decades, we have continued to create and protect conducive learning conditions to enable motivated and engaged children to learn.
Please note: We are an independent fee-paying school with no additional specific inclusive resourcing, staffing, funding nor training beyond what other independent schools have access to, and often less than the provision available to other sectors of education.
At child side; children have a childhood AND an education…
learn more about our learning clusters….
PLAYGROUP
early childhood cluster
middle childhood cluster
young adolescent cluster
Learn more about...
our philosophy
ENVIRONMENT
Learning
In a snapshot… We offer every learner
12:1
Learner/educator ratio
so that each child is known and is personally challenged to expand their possibilities
28
Exhibitions of learning
to build confidence, ownership of learning and eloquence from a young age
12
YEARS OF A COHESIVE AND RELEVANT CURRICULUM
to grow real world competencies that are proven to matter beyond success at school
12
YEARS OF PERSONAL GROWTH AND ACCOUNTABILITY
to step up and build self determination strategies
4
YEARS IN THE YOUNG ADOLESCENT CLUSTER YAC
with continuity and cohesion of education processes, supporting well-being across the turbulent years of change through adolescence, including rites of passage, such as our annual Fire Twirling focus, that support the increased adolescent desire for risk-taking + expansion of personal possibilities
100%
FIRST CHOICE PATHWAYS AND PLACEMENTS POST CHILD SIDE
with all of our young people seeking and securing their first-choice future pathways of further study, training or employment
7
YEARS OF DEDICATED PHYSICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMMES AND DAILY HEART HEALTH ACTIVITY years 4-10
building the physical, social and sport technical skills, knowledge, experience, confidence and motivation to move and connect as a healthy and active community including cycle skills, cross-fit, indoor beach volleyball, SEPEP, pickleball…
5
YEARS OF ACTIVE AND INTERACTIVE PHYSICAL LITERACY years k-3
building the skills, knowledge and behaviours to lead active lives whilst growing physical and mental stamina and resilience underpinning personal health and well-being
2,400
OPPORTUNITIES ACROSS YEARS K-10 TO COLLABORATE MAKING SHARED MEALS
with every cluster having internal kitchen facilities and dedicated skill sessions, including nutrition, menu planning, budgeting, time management, ratios, hygiene, food storage and preparation health standards… preparing and eating food together on a daily basis implementing the Health Curriculum integrated with science, literacy, numeracy, regenerative practices, business and career knowledge and social interactions
440
OPPORTUNITIES ACROSS YEARS P-10 TO BUILD INTERGENERATIONAL EXPERIENCES + COMPETENCIES
through regenerative environmental sustainability projects and practices building local connection and global knowledge
WHAT WE OFFER
k -10 year levels
We are an independent, co-education school covering kindy to year 10 in an intentionally multi-aged setting reflecting the real world.
High Adult to Child Ratios
We are rich in human resources. Each child is well known, cared about and unlikely to slip through the cracks.
small by design
We approach learning ‘one child at a time’ and can personalise and academically challenge every child and humanise the process.
personalised approach
Children are offered a quality, personalised approach to learning literacy and numeracy in real life contexts.
wide open space
Rich in diverse & physical learning resources conducive to active learning. Nature based setting, adjacent lake and a self made 700m mountain bike trail.
highly researched innovative practice
Connecting children to the world rather than isolating them behind four walls. Producing children who can cope and thrive with modern living and its requirements
bpea & aiswa
We are a member of Big Picture Education and also a member of the Association of Independent Schools in Western Australia.
stimulating
Providing a work place conducive for all children to ‘BE, BELONG, BECOME’ engaged and responsive children enjoying their childhood and education.
LATEST NEWS
The relationship between educators, parents and children is an important one here at Child Side. Regular posting on our communications app and Storypark are ways we keep everyone informed of what’s been happening and what’s coming up at school.
The Child Side Community
The land always knew the blessings to come, as two powerful passionate, heart driven women embarked on a journey to create a community where children would continue to flourish.
INSPIRED BY
Child Side is inspired by these philosphies, principles & practices. They are woven into a unique, flexible & organic style of education designed for children.
REGGIO EMILIA
BIG PICTURE EDUCATION
RUDOLF STEINER
MAGGIE DENT
LOUISE PORTER
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