Beyond the Classroom
Stephanie Alexander
Kitchen Garden Program
Since 2008, Eastbourne Primary School has embraced The Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden Program philosophy of ‘Growing, Harvesting, Preparing and Sharing’.
The program provides students from Foundation to Year 6 with the opportunity to grow their own foods and establish the skills and desire to create healthy and delicious meals from fresh, seasonal produce.
Our school has established vegetable gardens and a beautiful purpose built school kitchen specifically designed for the Kitchen Garden Program.
❋ LearnThe positive nature of the program gives every child the opportunity to succeed, which results in students developing new confidence, skills and independence. In many cases this translates in positive changes at home. The students are very proud of the delicious meals that they create and many previous ‘dislikes’ become ‘likes’ as a result!
❋ GrowChildren develop an understanding and appreciation of healthy food choices and their origins, and learn how it impacts directly on both their short and long term health. It gives them the opportunity to participate in an active, hands on learning experience and to socialise through teamwork, making creative meals and working with volunteers.
❋ Thrive
Ngawak Biik
Briars Junior Ranger Program
Eastbourne Primary School is proud to participate in the Ngawak Biik [Naa-wuk Beek] Junior Ranger Program held at The Briars. This Indigenous-led program empowers our First Nations students through culture, Country, connection and community.
Students take part in culturally grounded learning experiences focused on land management, environmental stewardship and cultural practices while learning on Country alongside community leaders and mentors.
The program has had a strong positive impact on student engagement, attendance, confidence and connection to school, while also helping create pathways into future education and career opportunities.