This document uses annotated photos to show how a large visually unappealing area of our school yard has been transformed into a much admired ‘Biodiversity Garden’. Work occurred from June 2016 – May 2017. Students received a $500 VSGA grant, contributed to the garden design, were involved with the planting and now ongoing care of the area.
Biodiversity Garden Area Learning Story

2014 Learning Story
By St Columba's | October 22, 2014
St. Columba’s Learning Story INTRODUCTION A brief description of your school and school community St Columba’s Primary School is located in the heart of Bayside’s Elwood village. Officially opened in […]

World’s Ocean Day
By Kunyung Primary School | September 14, 2018
Last term we had a special Blue dress up day for World’s Oceans Day that raised money for the Dolphin Research Institute and our very own Kitchen Garden. The Dolphin […]

Say NO to Palm Oil!
By Lyndhurst Primary School | November 11, 2014
Lyndhurst Primary School is saying NO to Palm Oil! How did this all begin? During a class meeting, the students in 3/4C discussed the devastating effects that palm oil production […]

Junior School visits CERES
By St Catherine’s Primary School | December 10, 2015
During Term 2, the Junior School undertook three Biological Science units. In these units, the children learnt about ways to care for the environment and living things. The Junior School […]

Did you see us on Ch 7 news
By Werribee Primary School | December 1, 2013
Did you see us on 7 News? Giaan Rooney heard about the fantastic work Werribee Primary School is doing in regards to sustainability and came for a visit. Werribee PS […]