We are an independent, co-education school covering kindy to year 10 in an intentionally multi-aged setting reflecting the real world.
our philosophy
ENVIRONMENT
Learning
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
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 chidren 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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