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THE PROGRESSIVE ALTERNATIVE
An International Baccalaureate World School
Tel: 03 9817 6135
The International Baccalaureate provides Preshil with a
rigorous framework for inquiry and allows a continuum
of education from the Kindergarten all the way through
to the IB Diploma Programme in Years 11 & 12.
Through the IB, Preshil delivers an engaging, nurturing
and challenging curriculum, informed by leading
pedagogical research and with an uncompromising focus
on the individual wellbeing, strengths, passions and
future aspirations of each student.
Enrolment Enquiries: registrar@preshil.vic.edu.au
YEARS: K to Year 12
AFFILIATION: Non-denominational
Kindergarten & Primary Campus: 395 Barkers Road Kew
Secondary Campus: 12-26 Sackville Street Kew
preshil.vic.edu.au • (03) 9817 6135
PRESHIL - THE MARGARET LYTTLE MEMORIAL SCHOOL
Preshil is Australia’s oldest progressive school. With the Kindergarten,
Primary and Secondary schools based across two campuses in Kew,
Preshil is secular, independent and deliberately small. The school
focuses on the individuality of each child and the social relationships
that support their development as critical and creative thinkers.
At its core remains an unshakeable commitment to encourage all
children to set and achieve their own goals, and to be respected as
individuals in their own right. Preshil is committed to nurturing and
challenging its children in an atmosphere that inspires independent
thinking in all areas of life.
At Preshil, relationships between students and their teachers are friendly,
respectful and focused on learning, trust and a genuine regard for
individuality. Students are supported to challenge ideas, think critically,
make ethical judgements and define their own goals; the qualities of
independence and collaborative problem-solving essential for their
future. Remaining academically rigorous, Preshil continues as a school
that places kindness, compassion and social relationships at its heart.
As an International Baccalaureate (IB) Continuum School, Preshil’s IB
Primary Years, Middle Years and Diploma Programmes (PYP, MYP & DP)
are perfectly aligned with the School’s focus on intellectual challenge,
inquiry, and conceptually-driven learning. These IB Programmes
accommodate choice and agency, and encourage students to develop
the “courage to question”; to find their own voice and to become
responsible and engaged global citizens well beyond the classroom.
From the earliest years, children are encouraged to develop higher
order thinking through philosophy, play, problem-solving and exercising
choice. Respect and courage underpin a creative, rich curriculum which
nurtures and delights young minds. The Kindergarten environment
provides a natural world of adventure where the invitation to explore,
play, imagine and create is irresistible.
The PYP has facilitated a deepening of Preshil’s commitment to
inquiry-based, transdisciplinary learning. Through an inquiry-led
curriculum, children explore local and global issues through the lenses
of different subjects, imbuing them with the confidence to question
and think critically and creatively about the world around them.
Specialist French, Music, Physical Development and Art are equal
partners in a stimulating and challenging curriculum that combines
skills development with individual and collaborative projects.
The MYP encourages the development of Year 7-10 students as
active, compassionate and lifelong learners. The Programme facilitates
an intellectually vibrant curriculum that respects and supports the
individual learner. With an emphasis on authentic challenge and
creativity, students are motivated to identify and make connections
between traditional subjects and the tangible world.
The IB Diploma is a globally-recognised alternative to the state-based
Year 12 certificates and prepares students to meet tertiary study and
their chosen career paths with the maturity and depth of understanding
required to flourish. The DP liberates students from a rigid, competitive
curriculum; it respects the needs of the whole person, celebrating
independent learning and individual choice.
The Preshil approach to schooling does not use competition, the fear
of failure or the threat of punishment to motivate children. Preshil does
not demand conformity or unthinking obedience to arbitrary rules.
The rapport between students and their teachers is relaxed, based
on mutual respect, and focused on achieving outstanding learning
outcomes, trust and a genuine regard for each individual.
Preshil offers a truly contemporary, globally-minded alternative to
conventional schooling and continues to produce graduates who have
developed the courage to question; to find their own voice and to
become responsible and dynamic global citizens.
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