MALENY, QLD 4552
A vibrant community where love, compassion, and respect for all beings thrive.
Located on 26 acres, the school promotes Neohumanist education through play-based learning, arts, and sustainable practices, nurturing confident learners while fostering emotional and social development, all within a safe and joyful environment for children.
Key information about The River School
| Sector | Independent | Gender | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| School type | Primary | Year levels | Prep–6 |
| Enrolments | 77 | Teacher/student ratio | 1:7.9 |
| Boarding | No | Founded | Not provided |
| Principal | Not provided | Reporting year | 2025 |
The River School
251 Bridge Creek Rd, Maleny QLD 4552
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Neohumanist, nature-based learning
The school uses a Neohumanist framework with play-based, inquiry-led learning and daily meditation and yoga from Pre-Kindy to Year 6.
Source: Curriculum | The River School, opens in a new tabRainforest creek campus
Located four kilometres from Maleny, the school sits on acreage of rainforest and creek where outdoor learning is part of daily school life.
Source: The River School | Neohumanist Education for Life, opens in a new tabShort school day and bus
The school day runs from 8:45am to 2:45pm, with morning supervision from 8:15am and a bus service covering nearby regional areas.
Source: School day and bus | The River School, opens in a new tabEvents at The River School
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