Wesley’s Prep program offers the perfect start to your child’s school journey. Through a balanced, inquiry-based approach rooted in the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Program (PYP), students develop the curiosity, confidence and foundational skills they need to thrive. Our classrooms are joyful, safe and inclusive spaces where every child feels known, supported and empowered to grow.
The bespoke Prep Program provides your child with the best start to their education journey. Our youngest learners benefit from purpose-built Prep Learning spaces, including light-filled classrooms, breakout spaces and playground. Book a tour to see the learning spaces.
What makes Prep at Wesley different?
Highly skilled teachers who know your child
Our Prep classrooms provide personalised teaching, feedback and assessment tailored to each child. Our highly skilled educators deliver the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program alongside a best‑practice learning and wellbeing model that responds to your child’s individual needs and progress. The strong relationships and high levels of trust established between our teachers, students and their families mean your child will develop a love of learning that will help them flourish – both at school and in life.
Literacy and numeracy – laying the foundations
Establishing strong foundations in reading, writing and mathematics is the key to future success. At Wesley, daily explicit lessons in literacy and numeracy are followed by small-group sessions to provide targeted instruction. This blend of whole-class and individualised teaching ensures your child engages meaningfully with key concepts, develops confidence and experiences success in essential skills. These skills are nurtured through hands-on, meaningful learning that supports children’s agency and critical thinking.
A world-class IB education begins in Prep
Wesley is an International Baccalaureate (IB) World School and one of the few to apply the globally recognised IB framework from Junior all the way to Senior School, giving your child a continuum of learning as they progress through their educational journey.
The IB puts young learners’ natural curiosity at the heart of inquiry-based learning. Our carefully crafted units of inquiry present our youngest learners with countless opportunities to gain a strong understanding of the world they live in, as well as their individual and collective responsibilities.
Wellbeing at the heart of learning
The wellbeing of our community is our highest priority. Wesley College has partnered with Grow Your Mind, an award winning social and emotional wellbeing program for schools. Grounded in four key pillars of research: positive psychology, public health, social and emotional learning and neuroscience, our educators are equipped to support our young people to better understand their amazing brain and to build healthy mindsets that allow them to thrive.
Specialist programs for movement, creativity and discovery
Each week, children expand their learning through specialist programs including Music, Dance and Drama, Art, Library and Physical Education, led by highly experienced subject teachers. These sessions not only build important skills in creativity, movement and literacy, but give children the chance to explore their unique interests and talents. Engaging with specialist teachers from Prep helps to lay the groundwork for confidence, independence and a love of learning across different disciplines.
Language and international mindedness
International mindedness is a central theme of the IB and is developed through language acquisition and cultural learning. Our Prep to Year 4 students learn a second language through listening, speaking, reading, writing and presenting. Early language learning helps children develop strong communication skills and an appreciation for different ways of thinking and living. Through songs, stories, games and cultural celebrations, students build confidence in language while developing respect for the world around them.
A smooth transition to Middle School
Our Prep learners grow up with access to world-class facilities and consistent curriculum through the PYP. With a seamless connection to Middle School (Years 5–9) and a dedicated Year 4 leadership program, your child will move forward with independence and confidence, excited and ready for the next stage of their educational journey. Our continuous focus on learner agency and voice helps students take increasing ownership of their education as they mature.
