MARIA CREEKS, QLD 4855
A boutique school surrounded by rainforest, offering hands-on and real-life learning experiences.
Located in a picturesque rainforest setting, the school provides a balanced educational program based on the Australian National Curriculum, promoting explicit, hands-on learning experiences that foster student engagement and enthusiasm for science and STEM subjects.
Key information about The Rainforest School
| Sector | Independent | Gender | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| School type | Primary | Year levels | Prep–6 |
| Enrolments | 20 | Teacher/student ratio | 1:6.7 |
| Boarding | No | Founded | Not provided |
| Principal | Not provided | Reporting year | 2025 |
The Rainforest School
18 South Maria Creek Close, Maria Creeks, Queensland 4855
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Multi-age, nature-based primary learning
Multi-age classrooms and outdoor play are built into the day, with learning linked to curiosity, the land and hands-on experience.
Source: Learning at The Rainforest School | Mission Beach, opens in a new tabOn-site kitchen garden meals
Students eat cooked-on-site vegetarian morning tea and lunch from the Kitchen Garden Program, so families do not need lunch boxes.
Source: Enrol at The Rainforest School | Mission Beach, opens in a new tabSwimming, tennis and gymnastics links
Physical education includes swimming at Mission Beach Aquatic Centre, tennis with qualified coaches and gymnastics at Tully Gym and Tramp Club.
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