Kinma preschool
Play-based curriculum, beautiful child-centred learning environment, parent participation welcome!
Welcome to Kinma
Kinma is a dynamic independent bush 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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Join us for our next school tour dates:
Friday 20th June 2025
This Tour will start at the school hall.
Bookings are essential. Book online now, or alternatively 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.
Hear how our dynamic, progressive, independent school works, and tour our beautiful Primary and Preschool, set in the bush on 5 acres of land. Learn how we offer a unique child-centred education for preschool and primary school aged children, which includes Music, Spanish, basketball, bush walking, and much more.
Join the next tour or call 02 9450 0738 to book.
Kinma Play Group
Play Group runs Mondays during term time 9.30-11am. Set in 5 acres of beautiful bush land, Play Group operates from the Kinma school hall and large outdoor playground. Check out 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.
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Playgroup - Mondays during school term
If you have young children and are interested in a connecting with like-minded parents, come and try our Playgroup.
Playgroup operates from within the School which is set in 5 acres of beautiful bush land. We use our multi-purpose meeting space and large outdoor playground where children can play while you relax and enjoy a cuppa. Playgroup runs every Monday during term time, 9:30am-11:00am.
Visits are $5 / family to cover morning tea and supplies. There are no membership fees.There is no need to book or to commit to a full term. Simply come along on any Monday when it's on.
Term Dates 2025
- Term 1: Tues 4 February to Fri 11 April
- Term 2: Wed 30 April to Fri 27 June
- Term 3: Wed 23 July to Fri 26 Sep
- Term 4: Wed 15 Oct to Wed 17 Dec
Term Dates 2026
- Term 1: Mon 2 Feb – Thu 2 April
- Term 2: Wed 22 April – Fri 26 June
- Term 3: Wed 22 July – Fri 25 Sep
- Term 4: Wed 14 oct – Wed 16 Dec
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