Churchlands Primary School

Floreat is one of those leafy, established suburbs that feels settled and welcoming from the first drive-through. About 8 kilometres west-northwest of the Perth CBD, it’s an affluent, family-oriented area—the 2021 Census shows a median age of 40, a median weekly household income of $2,750, and most households are couples with children. Around 66% of residents were born in Australia, with England the most common overseas birthplace, followed by New Zealand, South Africa, and Malaysia. The suburb centres around Floreat Forum, which has a Coles, a tavern, a medical centre, and a dining precinct next to the Town of Cambridge library. For specialty groceries, locals often head to the Cambridge Street strip in Wembley, and there’s a small IGA within Floreat itself. Perry Lakes Reserve offers extensive parkland, walking trails, and sporting facilities including the WA Athletics Stadium and Bendat Basketball Centre—plenty of weekend space to stretch out.

Churchlands Primary School, on Cromarty Road, has a strong reputation for a well-rounded education with a real emphasis on the arts and languages. The specialist music program is a standout—students can join choirs, concert bands, and string ensembles through the school’s instrumental music tuition. There’s also a dedicated Physical Education specialist program, and language learners study Japanese and Italian. The active Parents & Citizens Association runs community events and helps support classroom resources, so there’s a genuine sense of parent involvement. It’s the kind of school where kids get exposure to a broad range of experiences, not just the core subjects, which makes for a rich primary school years.

For working parents, the school’s Outside School Hours Care is provided by TheirCare, operating right on the school site. Before-school care runs from 6:45am to 9:00am, and after-school care from 3:00pm to 6:00pm on school days. Holiday and pupil-free day programs run from 7:00am to 6:00pm, which is a real lifesaver during the breaks. Families are eligible for the Child Care Subsidy, which can reduce session costs by up to 90%—worth checking your eligibility. The school office can confirm current before- and after-school care arrangements and any enrolment details.

Weeknight dinners in Floreat are pleasantly straightforward. Amore Italian Restaurant and Cafe at 444B Cambridge Street offers relaxed Italian dining with pizza, pasta, and gelato, open Monday to Saturday until 9:30pm—perfect for a casual family meal. Prego Italian Restaurant at 440 Cambridge Street is a long-established local favourite with authentic Italian cuisine and BYO options on select days. For takeaway nights, Pizza on Cambridge and Pescado Seafoods both operate within Floreat, serving up pizzas and fresh fish and chips respectively. You’ve got solid options whether you want to sit down or grab something quick on the way home.

If your child needs extra academic support, there are options nearby. HighSchoolTutors.com.au lists 51–56 tutors available in Floreat and nearby suburbs, with individual tuition typically at $60–$75 per hour. Sensory Learning Services at 86 The Blvd specialises in tutoring for students with dyslexia and other learning differences, and Skye, a private mathematics tutor based in Floreat, offers specialised maths tuition with a track record of improving grades. Transperth trains and buses serve the area, and the journey planner will show your nearest stop and the time into the city.

Once you’ve decided on Floreat, the practical steps are straightforward. Contact Churchlands Primary School directly to arrange a tour and discuss enrolment—they’ll be able to walk you through the process and answer any questions about the music program or languages. If you need OSHC, reach out to TheirCare to confirm current availability and subsidy details. For housing, start exploring the streets around the school and Floreat Forum to get a feel for what suits your family. And when you’re ready, try a pizza from Pizza on Cambridge or a gelato from Amore to start feeling at home. Floreat is a welcoming, well-serviced suburb—you’ll settle in quickly.