Our School
Junior School
Our Junior School provides a nurturing and supportive environment for students in Prep to Year 6.
Donvale Transition Information
In an exciting development taking place in 2028, all Junior School students will be based at our Kew campus. This significant decision to bring students from our Junior School Donvale and Kew campuses together will allow us to strengthen academic and wellbeing programs, align pastoral care and provide daily access to a broad range of specialist learning areas and co-curricular opportunities.
This is an exciting prospect for new families as we will continue to welcome any new applications for 2026 and 2027 entry to our Donvale campus, from three-year-old children to Year 6 students. Places will continue to be offered in line with our enrolment caps. Transfer of students to our Kew campus in 2028 is guaranteed.
We are excited about the future for Carey as we unify on one site. We encourage prospective families to embark on this journey with us.
More information about this transition is available here or you can contact us at contact@carey.com.au or phone +61 3 9816 1000.
Carey’s Junior School campuses in Donvale and Kew are vibrant, busy and welcoming. Our inquiry-based learning approach and tailored curriculum allows each student to develop at their own pace, providing the challenges, encouragement and support every child needs to thrive.
Surrounded by beautiful bushland with direct access to Mullum Mullum Reserve, Junior School at Donvale blends the unique Australian environment with the feel of an independent school. With small class sizes, a strong sense of community and a dedicated therapy dog, Junior School at Donvale is an inspiring and supportive place for students to learn with confidence.
Explore our Donvale campus
Join Kylie Baxter, Deputy Principal – ELC–Year 6, on a guided tour of our Junior School.
Carey’s Junior School at Kew is a lively and welcoming place where learning is an exciting journey. Our Junior School is separate but not isolated from our main campus, allowing for cross-age activities and connections as well as access to an impressive range of facilities.
Explore our Kew Campus
Kylie Baxter, Deputy Principal – ELC–Year 6, introduces some members of our Junior School Executive Team.
Junior School Program
While both of our Junior School campuses have their own distinctive character, both follow the same curriculum and educational philosophy. With a strong focus on wellbeing and opportunities for real-world learning, our program is centred on developing wise, independent and motivated learners.
Find out more about our Junior School ProgramJunior School Frequently Asked Questions
Explore our Junior School facilities
Junior School – Kew campus
With an inquiry-based approach to learning, Junior School Kew students are shaped into resilient, compassionate and curious young learners.
Junior School – Donvale campus
Small class sizes, the beautiful native bush surroundings and a strong sense of community are the cornerstones of Junior School Donvale.
Junior School – Kew campus
With an inquiry-based approach to learning, Junior School Kew students are shaped into resilient, compassionate and curious young learners.
Junior School – Donvale campus
Small class sizes, the beautiful native bush surroundings and a strong sense of community are the cornerstones of Junior School Donvale.
Junior School – Kew campus
With an inquiry-based approach to learning, Junior School Kew students are shaped into resilient, compassionate and curious young learners.
Junior School – Donvale campus
Small class sizes, the beautiful native bush surroundings and a strong sense of community are the cornerstones of Junior School Donvale.
