

MORPHETTVILLE, SA 5043
Progressive educational community nurturing gifted students' learning and personal growth in Australia.
A progressive educational community provides a student-centred, integrated approach to learning, catering specifically to the needs of intellectually gifted students. The focus on individual growth fosters a unique environment that values each student's individuality, ensuring personalised educational experiences.
Key information about Dara School
Independent
Co-Ed
Combined
86
1:8
No
*Data sourced from the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (ACARA).
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Gifted education built around ability grouping
Students are grouped by readiness rather than age, with personalised plans and flexible learning spaces for gifted learners.
R-12 gifted school with recent growth
Dara School says it is South Australia’s only gifted school and now caters for Reception to Year 12, reflecting a broader K–12 pathway.
New building project underway
The school has shared new building visuals and says the board approved the first stage of a north-side building project, signalling campus expansion.
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