Moerlina School is an independent, non-denominational, community primary school in Perth’s western suburbs, providing more than 50 years of progressive education. As a school free from religious affiliation and external systems of doctrine, we are able to make educational decisions grounded in evidence-based contemporary research, and the needs of children today and into the future.
This independence allows us to remain responsive, thoughtful, and deliberately selective in our approach to teaching and learning. We are able to draw from a range of educational philosophies and adapt them to suit context, rather than adhere to a single prescribed model. The result is a learning environment designed for complexity, curiosity, and change.
At Moerlina, a culture of collaboration, support, and mutual respect underpins all that we do. A strong sense of belonging and safety enables students to take risks in their learning, challenge themselves, and aim high in what they can achieve.
Classes are small, enabling deep knowledge of each learner and allowing for genuine extension, enrichment, and individualised pathways. We value original thinking, persistence, creativity, and purposeful play. The natural world is central to our approach, and learning is active, connected, and purposeful.
Our grounds reflect our philosophy: open, natural, and used as an extension of the classroom. Fruit trees, a frog pond, and natural play spaces invite exploration and inquiry, supporting learning that extends well beyond the classroom and builds a grounded understanding of the world.
