Late in January 1981 a house at Trimmer Tce, Unley, Kirinari's present location, was purchased and with much willing work by parents, teachers and children, this house was made ready. Later two adjoining blocks were purchased from Unley Council. Groups are small and there is interaction within a wide age range. Children in the younger group have the freedom to play in a stimulating environment with some time set aside for whole group activities each day. Structure is gradually introduced while maintaining the principles of choice and individual learning styles.
Academic work is non-competitive.
There is an informal, homelike environment in which adults are referred to by first names, children can remove shoes and parents are always welcome in the classroom. There is a strong tradition of creative drama and art with excellent facilities for ceramics, painting and fabric crafts. The role of parents Parents role as first teacher and their continuing contribution is acknowledged. Parents can be involved in almost every aspect of school life, as much as their interests, skills and time allow. Parents are involved in the Management Committee, in the maintenance and care of the school and grounds, in taking electives, in assisting teachers, in supporting and relating to the children in the school, and in simply being with their children if they wish.