Primary School (K–4) in Tamworth
Mr Peter Spence
Head of Junior School
Community, friendship & new beginnings
Junior School at Carinya encompasses the first four years of Primary School, and helps give students the best start to their formal schooling. By helping children feel safe and precious, being made in the image of God, opportunities abound for students to learn, play, make friends and grow. With our smaller classes, we love the privilege of helping children learn to read, write and count, working hard to meet the needs of every child.
The “flagship” of the curriculum is Living in God’s World (LIGW). This subject integrates Key Learning Areas from across the NESA syllabi and demonstrates the Lordship of Christ over all things. Professional learning, collaboration, coaching and mentoring programs help our staff provide the best education and care for our students.
The Junior School environment fosters a culture of care and nurturing by older students, as they experience the happy mixing of all ages in the playground, with regular opportunities to interact and enjoy community together at formal assemblies, special occasions and shared curriculum activities.
Junior School at a Glance
Explicit teaching of literacy and numeracy
Flexible, well-resourced learning spaces
A focus on confidence & resilience in Christ
Excursions that build on classroom experiences & enhance student learning
The opportunity to participate in many sports & extra-curricular activities
Gymnastics for students in Kindergarten & Year 1
Junior School Facilities
Carinya’s Junior School is designed to provide a warm, engaging, and Christ-centred environment where children can learn, play, and thrive. With 16 dedicated classrooms, each space is equipped to support learning that sparks curiosity and builds strong foundations in every child.
Students enjoy two Junior School playgrounds featuring play equipment such as slides, climbing frames, and monkey bars, giving them safe and exciting opportunities to explore, stay active, and grow friendships.
In addition to Junior School–specific areas, students also have access to the wider campus, including the Library, undercover basketball courts, and the Indoor Sports Centre. These shared facilities provide opportunities for discovery, physical activity, and community-building across the school.
From classrooms to play spaces, every part of the Junior School is intentionally created to nurture discovery, support community, and help each child enjoy God’s world in a place designed just for them.
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We believe education is more than academics; it’s a journey of faith, community, and discovery. Every child is known by name, valued as an image-bearer of God, and encouraged to explore the wonder of His world with curiosity and joy. Whether you’re a parent seeking a Christ-centred learning environment or a teacher called to nurture hearts and minds, Carinya is a place where relationships flourish, learning is purposeful, and lives are shaped for service.
