Join us at 2 AWARD WINNING SCHOOLS down by the bay,nationally acclaimed St Louis de Montfort's Primary School Aspendale and then to Bonbeach Primary School, the newest jewel in the crown...both state wide winners of the Victorian Schools Garden Awards with extraordinary stories to share.
Commencing at St Louis de Monfort’s Primary School you will hear from a Gardenworld Nursery specialist with practical advice on selecting plants and trees (fruit trees/ornamentals and Australian plants and trees) that will cope and thrive in school grounds. Be inspired by Richard Bellemo from RB Landscapes re planning and creating beautiful en gaging play spaces and gardens that will enhance learning opportunities for students in your school.
Then to Bonbeach Primary School to hear the story of how two determined and committed mums, Jade and Amy, have been instrumental in developing a school garden program that won the 2018 state-wide award. An extraordinary story that will inspire you as you strive to develop your own school garden program. Hear also from Basil Natoli Special Education teacher and horticulturist about the best and simplest way to make compost. Also, engaging students of ALL abilities in garden programs.
Time
9.00am - 3.30pm
Locations
Starting at St Louis de Monfort's Primary School
37 Dolphin St, Aspendale
Then on to Bonbeach Primary School
29-63 Breeze Street, Bonbeach VIC 3196
Cost
$120 Teachers/Professionals
$30 Volunteers/Parents
Includes lunch & refreshments
To Book
Ring NGIV on 9576 0599. Please have your credit card ready.
Contact
If you have any questions please contact
Tania Karamitos - VSGA Program Coordinator
Ph: 9576 0599 or email: [email protected]