About our school
Located in Paradise, Adelaide, our school is a welcoming, small-sized primary school with a strong focus on Belonging and Safety.
Paradise Primary School is set on spacious grounds surrounded by a natural environment, providing an inviting and nurturing place to learn. We cater for students from Reception to Year 6 and currently have an enrolment of approximately 140 students. We are proud of our strong, caring community, which actively supports our Mainstream, International, Intensive English and Special Options Classes.
At Paradise Primary School, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive. Through our Positive Behaviour for Learning (PBL) approach, Berry Street Education Model strategies, and trauma-informed practices, we explicitly teach and reinforce the skills students need to be successful learners, build positive relationships, and regulate their emotions. By fostering a strong sense of belonging, safety and connection, we support students to engage confidently in their learning, develop resilience, and achieve their full potential both academically and socially.
Our priority curriculum areas include literacy, numeracy, and science. AUSLAN is our language program and has been enthusiastically embraced by both students and the wider school community. Student wellbeing is a key focus and is supported through restorative practices, Student Leadership programs, a Wellbeing team, and a team of dedicated, caring staff. We maintain strong partnerships with local groups, including the Eastern Zone Primary Schools Soccer Association and the Resthaven aged care service. Our vibrant Playgroup, held each Monday, helps children and families build confidence and connection prior to starting Reception.
Our school values—Be Kind, Be Safe, Work Hard—underpin everything we do and guide our commitment to supporting every student to thrive.
Our school offers:
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Mainstream classes from Reception to Year 6, supported by deeply committed teaching staff
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Beautiful, expansive school grounds featuring native wildlife
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A comprehensive Health and Physical Education program
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AUSLAN as our Language Other Than English (LOTE) subject
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Specialist STEM and Technologies lessons
- Specialist Visual Arts lessons
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Excellent facilities including a large oval, mud kitchen, spacious playground, gymnasium, and hall
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Two Special Options classes catering for students from Reception to Year 6
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Intensive English Language Program (IELP) classes
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International education experiences
Our vision
At Paradise Primary School, we believe that wellbeing, belonging, and safety are the foundation of successful learning. When students feel valued, supported, and secure, they are more willing to take risks, engage deeply, and develop the confidence needed to thrive. Our commitment to nurturing strong relationships and a positive school culture ensures every child feels connected to their peers, teachers, and community. By prioritising wellbeing and fostering a genuine sense of belonging, we are shaping resilient, compassionate, and capable learners who are equipped to contribute positively to their world—both now and in the future.
Our values
"Paradise has a team of dedicated and hard-working teachers that do their best to make learning enjoyable and encourage all children to become their best selves. My children never want to miss a day going to school!"
Parent