Kinma preschool
Play-based curriculum, beautiful child-centred learning environment, parent participation welcome!
Welcome to Kinma
Kinma is a dynamic independent progressive school in Sydney offering a unique child-centred, democratic education for preschool and primary school aged children.
Kinma encourages children to become flexible thinkers and independent, self-directed learners in a non-competitive environment which respects and nurtures the individuality of its members.
Established in 1972 and set on 5 acres of beautiful bushland in Terrey Hills, Kinma has been leading the way in innovative teaching and learning for over 50 years. Learn more...
Kinma Play Group
Join us for Play Group every Monday during term time in our school hall, 9.30-11.30am
Contact us
127 Coolowie Rd,
Terrey Hills NSW 2084
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Primary: +61 2 9450 0738
Preschool: +61 2 9486 3018
Fax: +61 2 9450 0748
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Kinma Primary Teacher
Seeking a passionate and dedicated part-time (4 days) teacher to work in stage 1. The position is for Term 3 and Term 4 2023 with possible extension.
Kinma is a small, progressive school located in beautiful bushland on the Northern Beaches, Sydney.
We are a unique child -centred learning environment that offers innovative programmes for children in their primary and preschool years. It is a place where children genuinely love to learn, and where they acquire values and skills that will benefit them for the rest of their lives.
Real Life Learning at Kinma Preschool
Authentic learning describes the active engagement of children in experiences that are relevant and meaningful to them. Motivation is high when children can see how learning relates to their own lives.
Kinma Play Group
Kinma Play Group which usually happens Mondays during term time (9.30-11am) is not currently on due to building works happening at the school. We'll let everyone know when it's back up and running - keep an eye on the Kinma Play Group Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/KinmaPlayGroup.
Focus and tinkering at Kinma
The ability to focus on one activity or experience for a considerable period of time is universally agreed upon as very beneficial in the suite of learning skills. It can also be incredibly enjoyable and according to Csikszentmihalyi, author of Flow, when it is, the learning and outcomes are enormous for the individual and the community of which they are a part.
What does focus look like at Kinma? Where is it found? How do teachers arrange scenarios to encourage it?
The importance of play in our curriculum
Play is predominant in the early years at Kinma. It is seen as a leading factor in the child's development. Central to the success of play is the child's self-control.
From play, children learn how to behave in social situations that are acceptable. Since play is child-centred and directed, the children learn self-discipline and self-motivation.
The Friendship Seed Project
We believe that people who are friends care for each other so the more friends there are, the more people are cared for and the less people are harmed. As a symbol of children's friendships all over the world, we are creating the world’s longest friendship band and hope you will join us in its creation.
Click here and find out how to participate. Lets design world peace together.
The Friendship Seed team
Latest news
Open Days
Join us on our upcoming School Tour, Sunday 25th June, 9.30-11.30am. Bookings are essential. Call 9450 0738 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to find out more information and to book your place.
Term Dates 2023
- Term 1: Tues 31 Jan to Thu 6 April
- Term 2: Thu 27 Apr to Fri 30 June
- Term 3: Weds 26 July to Fri 22 Sep
- Term 4: Tues 10 Oct to Fri 15 Dec