Our Story
Little Big School was born out of a firsthand observation of the challenges many young children face when transitioning to school. Witnessing these struggles sparked the idea of providing targeted support for children who could benefit from additional guidance or those eager to be challenged.
The program was co-designed by a small team of early childhood education and allied health professionals, developing a holistic and tailored approach to equip children with a comprehensive set of skills and strategies to confidently transition to big school.
Inspired from successful programs on the east coast, we saw an opportunity to fill a gap in Perth, motivating us to establish Little Big School and pursue our passion to see every child entering school confidently, ready to learn and thrive.
Meet Our Founding Director
Brie Handcock
Director & Lead Teacher
With over a decade of experience in early childhood education and care, Brie’s journey began as a nanny and teacher’s aide while completing her Bachelor of Education. Her teaching career has taken her across primary schools in Melbourne and regional Victoria, where she has had the privilege of working with diverse communities and supporting children with a wide range of learning needs.
Brie’s work is grounded in her belief that every child deserves the opportunity to thrive. This belief drives her advocacy for initiatives that create meaningful, lasting impacts for children and their families.
In 2024, Brie founded Little Big School, leading the co-design of several holistic, play-based programs to support little learners aged 2 and up in preparing for the transition to school. These programs have been delivered across Inglewood, Victoria Park and Maylands, empowering young children and their families .Brie brings passion, expertise and a warm, child-centred approach to every class.
Beyond Little Big School, Brie also coordinates proactive and responsive early support projects for disadvantaged children and families through a not-for-profit organisation, further extending her impact within the community.
Brie is now excitedly preparing for her own journey into motherhood in 2026. While all in-person classes are paused until her return in 2027, she continues to support families through Little Big School’s At Home Kits - a thoughtful extension of her professional expertise. Designed with care and grounded in deep knowledge of early childhood development, these kits offer families the tools, confidence and guidance to foster learning and connection from the comfort of their own home.