The Story
Kumara School is built upon the principles of loving kindness, compassion for all and mindfulness. We believe that each child at Kumara School is a special and gifted collaborator in our program.
At Kumara we provide “child initiated” education based on the principles of child development. We work to facilitate active learning by allowing children to select the focus of their own hands-on experiences. The creativity of the children feed into the program, keeping it fresh and alive.
Our founder Wende Kumara writes, "In 1983, with two young daughters in tow, I arrived at what was then an abandoned school site and immediately knew I had discovered a place full of magic. As I worked to design a program that could evolve, I took on two roles, one as an innovative educator and the other as a parent."
Kumara is about spirit. The many families, children and teachers who have been a part of Kumara over the years live on as their influence continues to touch and shape the program. Their spirit never leaves; it is woven into the tapestry that is Kumara School.
Our educators are fully qualified and devoted to excellent standards of teaching. On average, our teachers stay for 5 to 10 years. We work as a collaborative team and meet often to ensure that each child’s individual needs are met. The consistent exchange of ideas and sharing of information is what has made Kumara special since 1983.
