Principal's Welcome
Bruchim Habaim - Welcome to the King David School
Our values of community-mindedness, equity, and social justice ensure that students develop emotional intelligence. Students are encouraged to use their achievements to create a better Australia.
From celebrating our Chagim (holidays) to debating Jewish ethics to researching Jewish history, our students experience Judaism as a rich and moving tradition that is relevant to their lives. Our Jewish Life team facilitates hands-on learning that strengthens our students' Jewish and Zionist identities.
As you look on the website, I encourage you to discover our educational philosophy and the extraordinary opportunities on offer both in and out of the classroom. From exceptional outdoor education, to musicals, debating, coding contests and more, our students are able to challenge themselves in a range of environments.
Our School's founders, Isador Magid AO and Rabbi Dr John Levi AC, stand as role models for our students and teachers alike by virtue of their dedication to learning and enlightenment. The school environment they created continues to this day, promoting critical inquiry, positive relationships and the embracing of difference.
It is a privilege to lead Australia's only Progressive Jewish school. I invite you to book a tour and learn more about the King David difference.
Marc Light, Principal
Insights - Principal's Blog
Each week our Principal, Marc Light shares his insights into current events and educational pedagogy, highlighting how these inform the educational programs and culture at The King David School.
Holistic learning experiences
Renowned early 20th century educator John Dewey stated that “All genuine learning comes through experience.” While there is always a place for theoretical knowledge, there is no doubt that practical experiences in which our students are challenged to apply a range of skills and develop their understandings in real
Our exceptional Early Learning Centre staff
There has been significant discussion across Australia this week about early childhood education. An ABC Four Corners’ investigation identified serious cases of abuse and neglect at a number of privately operated centres. This has led to a proliferation of further examples and media coverage which highlights the vast differences between centres
Obtaining value from NAPLAN
Across Australia, students in Years 3, 5, 7 and 9 began undertaking their NAPLAN tests this week. NAPLAN is an acronym for the National Assessment Program – Literacy and Numeracy. It is a series of four annual tests that serves as a means of benchmarking national performance in the domains
Mitzvot as a map for happiness
Mishenichnas Adar marbin b’simcha. When the Hebrew month of Adar comes it is said that we increase our joy in the lead up to the delights of Purim. This makes it an opportune time to discuss happiness and what we can do to ensure that our young people are experiencing
All of Israel is responsible for one another
Since the horrors of October 7 2023 and the ensuing devastating war, we have all experienced the full gamut of human emotions. There has been shock, rage and despair, as well as the brief moments of hope and jubilation, such as when we have seen hostages reunited with their families.
From Lomza to Melbourne
I hope that you will allow me the indulgence of using this column for something personal this week. Tomorrow is my Bubby (grandmother), Helen Light Senior’s 100th birthday [To avoid any confusion, my late mother, Dr Helen Light, and paternal grandmother Helen Light shared the same name]. While we celebrate
Small steps lead to big changes
Yesterday we held a wonderful Back to School Service. I would like to share with you an extract from the speech that I offered to our students to welcome them to the event. “Students, one of the great things about being in a school is that each year you are
Saying ‘Yes!’
Welcome to the new school year! I would like to share with you an extract from the speech that I offered to our students at the Magid Campus opening assembly. “Students, last week I met with the staff to launch our planning for the new school year. I told them
Reimagining the mundane
It is a bitter-sweet time to draw the school year to a close. Sadly we do this in the shadow of last week’s terrible terrorist attack on the Adass Israel shule and the surge in domestic antisemitism. Yet we must also acknowledge the joy of our community and the blessings
Honouring Cathy Kaiserman
Next week we will farewell our longest standing employee, Cathy Kaiserman. Cathy began at The King David School in 1989 and has devoted the last 35 years of her life to giving her all for the achievements of our school, her colleagues and our students. Over her time at our
Community spirit soars at King’s Carnival
Like so many of you, I spent last Sunday at our famous King’s Carnival. Alongside the nervous members of the King David School Parents’ Association, I experienced a sleepless Saturday night with repeated checks of various weather apps looking for a second, third and fourth opinion in the hope that
Going into the world with integrity and care
I would like to share with you an extract from the speech I delivered to our Year 12s (Shichvat Lavi) at last night’s Graduation Dinner: So Shichvat Lavi, your time has come. You have reached graduation and are ready to be let loose on an unsuspecting world. Many of you