A Place to Belong. A Pathway Forward.

My Independent School

Supporting young people who experience barriers to education, wellbeing, and participation through personalised learning and inclusive support.

Translating Purpose into Practice

Our Principles

Young people experiencing barriers to education need more than a different curriculum. They need environments where they feel safe, relationships in which they feel understood, and learning that recognises their individual strengths, circumstances, and support needs.

Belonging Before Learning

Young people learn best when they feel safe, valued, and connected. We intentionally create an inclusive community where relationships and belonging provide the foundation for participation in education.

Individualised Pathways

Every young person's experience is different. We respond to individual strengths, needs, and circumstances through personalised learning, appropriate adjustments, and flexible pathways.

Engaging & Inspiring

We provide meaningful learning experiences that help young people reconnect with curiosity, develop confidence, and experience success in education.

Safety & Wellbeing

We recognise that wellbeing and learning are closely connected. Our environment and relationships are designed to support young people to feel safe, regulated, and ready to participate.

Kindness & Connection

Positive relationships are fundamental to our approach. Respect, empathy, understanding, and connection shape the way our community works together.

Ownership of the Future

We support young people to recognise their strengths, develop independence, and build the confidence and capabilities needed to participate in education, employment, and community life beyond MIS.

Term 3 Important Dates

Full School Calendar →
13 JUL
Monday • Term 3

Term 3 Starts

Welcome back! All learners return to campus for the start of Term 3.

17 JUL
Friday • Cultural Event

MIS NAIDOC Celebration

Honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, and achievements.

25 AUG
Tuesday • School Community

Book Week

Celebrating stories, reading, and creative learning across the school.

25 AUG
Tuesday • 5:30pm – 6:30pm

Parent Information Night

An evening for current and prospective parents to connect and learn about upcoming school initiatives.

26 AUG
Wednesday • 9:30am – 11:15am

MIS Open Morning

Explore our campus, experience classroom learning in action, and meet our teaching team.

04 SEP
Friday • Student Holiday

Learner Free Day

Staff professional development day. No classes for students.

TBC TERM 3
Senior School

Year 12 Formal Dinner

Celebrating our graduating cohort. Specific date and venue details to be confirmed.

11 SEP
Friday • Term End

Last Day of Term 3

Final day of classes before the spring break holiday.