Looking for outstanding schools in Kwinana and Parmelia? Families living in Cassia are surrounded by schools and early learning options that support children and build their confidence. Moving to Cassia Estate offers a peaceful community and access to quality education just minutes from home.
Families at Cassia enjoy access to a wide range of quality education and care options, all just minutes from home. From nurturing early learning centres to well-regarded primary and secondary schools, plus TAFE and university campuses nearby, children and young adults have plenty of opportunities to grow, explore, and thrive close to the community.
Childcare
Great Beginnings Parmelia
Great Beginnings is a warm and inviting early learning centre with renowned school-readiness programs, natural play spaces, and personalised learning plans.
Location: 2 The Ramble, Parmelia, WA 6167.
Proximity to Cassia: 4-minute drive.
Years: 6 weeks to 6 years.
Specialities: School-readiness programs, nature-based learning, personalised early learning
Djinda Dreaming has provided a blend of childcare, cultural learning and wrap-around family support for more than 21 years. Services include transport, vacation care, and before/after-school care.
Location: 6 English Retreat, Leda, WA 6170.
Proximity to Cassia: 3-minute drive.
Years: Childcare and school-aged care.
Specialities: Cultural learning, school-aged care, before/after-school programs, vacation care, family support
With newly upgraded outdoor play areas, bespoke indoor spaces, and a curriculum guided by the Early Years Learning Framework, Goodstart Parmelia is dedicated to helping children feel safe, curious and connected.
Location: 11 Warner Road, Parmelia, WA 6167.
Proximity to Cassia: 5-minute drive.
Years: 6 weeks to 5 years.
Specialities: Outdoor play, curiosity-driven learning, social development
Calista Primary School has been a steady presence in the Kwinana and Parmelia communities since 1964. The school focuses on creating a safe, supportive environment. Experienced teaching staff encourage every young learner to grow socially, emotionally, and academically.
St Vincent’s School in Parmelia offers a nurturing, community-centred environment where children learn to be confident and kind. The school’s close connections to the local parish and strong relationships with the community mean families feel genuinely supported, much like life at Cassia.
Children are supported and challenged in equal measure at Leda Primary School. The school’s strong values focus on respect, care, and inclusion. Every child is encouraged to reach their potential and demonstrate a positive attitude.
Orelia Primary School is part of the Kwinana Federation of Schools, working together to enrich learning and support student wellbeing. With a close-knit atmosphere and a focus on preparing children for their next step, it’s a trusted choice for many Cassia families.
Location: 11 Bolton Way, Orelia, WA 6167.
Proximity to Cassia: 5-minute drive.
Years: Kindergarten to Year 6.
Specialities: Arts, sports programs, digital technologies, after-school care
Guided by virtues like friendliness, respect, and determination, North Parmelia Primary School aims to help every child feel valued and capable. The school balances care and academic excellence, making it a wonderful environment for your children.
Location: 15-35 Durrant Avenue, Parmelia, WA 6167.
Proximity to Cassia: 7-minute drive.
Years: Kindergarten to Year 6.
Specialities: Music, arts, sports programs, languages
Surrounded by new communities and modern facilities, Wellard Primary School offers a wide variety of programs to help children explore, discover, and flourish. An emphasis on relationships and belonging makes it a natural fit for Cassia families.
Peter Carnley Anglican Community School is known for its strong values and a teaching staff who help young people make meaningful choices. With primary and secondary offerings from early years through to Year 12, the school provides a supportive environment for students to grow.
Gilmore College is a vibrant secondary school that empowers students through high-impact learning. With values grounded in empathy, resilience, and shared responsibility, it’s a place where young people discover their strengths and step confidently into life post-school.
Set on a spacious green campus in Wellard, The King’s College caters to children from Kindergarten to Year 12. With caring staff, strong values, and ties to the community, the school helps students grow into confident and compassionate young adults.
Location: 170 Bertram Road, Wellard, WA 6170.
Proximity to Cassia: 5-minute drive.
Years: Kindergarten to Year 12.
Specialities: Music, sports programs, languages, leadership, community service
South Metropolitan TAFE (Kwinana and Rockingham Campuses)
South Metropolitan TAFE’s Kwinana campus sits alongside Gilmore College and offers specialist training in automotive technology, with modern workshops and hands-on programs. The Rockingham campus offers a broad range of courses from community services to engineering, fabrication, and education support in purpose-built facilities.
Kwinana Location: Gilmore Avenue and Sulphur Road, Kwinana Town Centre, WA 6167. 5-minute drive.
Rockingham Location: Simpson Avenue, Rockingham, WA 6168. 10-minute drive.
Murdoch’s Rockingham campus provides pathway programs for students looking to begin or resume tertiary study, including non-ATAR Year 12 students. With modern facilities and a friendly campus culture, it’s a great stepping-stone into university-level education.
