Classroom Teacher

Location Profile

Overview
Chelsea Primary School is a thriving and inclusive government school located in the established bayside suburb of Chelsea in southern Melbourne. We currently have 408 students enrolled across 17 grades, with enrolment projections indicating steady growth in the coming years. By 2026, we will expand to 20 grades (410 students) in response to strong community demand and increased interest in our evidence-based programs.

Established in 1912, our beautiful two-storey heritage redbrick building sits alongside a modern suite of facilities, including specialist art, music, and multipurpose buildings, a BER flexible learning space, and vibrant outdoor play areas. Our extensive shaded play areas and updated infrastructure provide a welcoming and engaging environment for students. Conveniently located near Chelsea Station, the shopping centre, Town Hall, Library and Bicentennial Park, our school is at the heart of our local community.

Our Approach: The Science of Learning

We know that school attendance alone does not guarantee academic success. What matters is how children are taught. Our teaching is anchored in the Science of Learning¿drawing on decades of cognitive science research to guide how we teach and how students learn best.

At Chelsea, our focus is on empowering teachers with the knowledge and tools to understand brain development, memory, and student learning processes. We are committed to evidence-based instruction that maximises outcomes for all learners.

Explicit Instruction at Chelsea

Learning at Chelsea starts early and with purpose. In the junior ye…