Give your child a bright and inspired start at St Raphael’s School, Parkside.

Join Principal Emma Fowler for a welcoming tour and discover a school where children are known, nurtured and encouraged to become their curious, creative best. Our calm, joyful Reception classrooms provide a caring introduction to school life, with strong foundations in literacy and numeracy alongside rich opportunities for play, inquiry, STEM, the arts and problem-solving.

At St Raphael’s, wellbeing is central to every child’s learning. Small class sizes, warm teacher relationships and a close-knit community help children feel safe, settled and confident from day one. Through gentle routines and personalised support, students develop important social skills, resilience and independence while enjoying the excitement of learning each day.

Creativity and curiosity are woven throughout our learning. Whether children are reading, exploring maths through hands-on activities, creating in the arts, investigating STEM challenges or taking part in performances and community events, they are encouraged to ask questions, express themselves and take pride in what they can achieve.

Our vibrant community initiatives including Cultural Connections, Maths Movement and Reading Revolution bring learning beyond the classroom and invite families to share in the journey. It is education that is purposeful, engaging and deeply connected to the world around us.

During your Principal’s Tour, you can:

Meet Principal Emma Fowler and ask the questions that matter to your family

Explore our Reception learning and play spaces

See our warm, child-centred approach in action

Learn about mid-year and standard Reception intake options

Discover how St Raphael’s can help your child thrive from their very first day

Come and picture your child learning, growing and belonging at St Raphael’s School.