Phillip Naughton
Gardener
The Kew High School Gardens benefited from a mild summer and some good falls of rain. During the long break, access was restricted because of building work: however the gardens held up well.
During term 1, the gardens have been maintained and kept tidy. Time spent on weeding has decreased because of the constant application of mulch over the previous years.
The Landscape lads have installed fences around the garden beds at the Burke Road bus stop. Two of these beds have been planted with perennial shrubs.
The school now has an alumni coordinator, Elise Dunstan, who will be creating support teams to work on garden projects. The Environment captains and teacher, Kirsten Lomax, will become involved in the garden program.
Next term, we have projects to complete: there will be many more shrubs to plant out; the vegetable garden needs changing to winter season crops; and the herb garden is set to have a makeover.
- Our SchoolOur schoolAbout our school
Established in 1963, Kew High School is a high-performing coeducational school located in the inner eastern suburbs of Melbourne. The school proudly provides an outstanding holistic education to students of the local community, with a current enrolment of approximately 1100 students.
- Learning & TeachingLearning and teachingOur approach
At Kew High School, our vision is to provide an outstanding holistic education that supports and encourages every student to aspire, strive and achieve. Kew High School students and staff are confident, generous people who feel connected to the school and its community. Instructional practice at Kew High School is centred around students as active learners who are able to take responsibility for and direct their learning.
- Student LifeStudent lifeStudent leadership
At Kew High School, we are committed to ensuring that students at all year levels have the opportunity to actively participate in meaningful leadership roles. Leadership positions are clearly defined and carry significant responsibility. Students are supported in their positions through training and development offered by senior students, internal staff and external providers. Various processes are taken into account when appointing student leaders: a written application, interview, speech to peers, student vote, staff vote, and student record.
- InternationalInternationalInternational student program
Kew High School is one of the first schools in Victoria to offer an education program to international students. Our International Student Program is fully accredited and expertly coordinated by a team of experienced staff.
- EnrolEnrolTransition to Year 7
Skilled and experienced staff, together with student mentors, provide a range of academic and social supports that promote student engagement and wellbeing, allowing students to step into their new environment feeling confident and ready to learn.
- CommunityCommunityKew High School has a strong community focus.
We view the partnership with parents as critical, acknowledging that if parents are involved in the school community, then children’s outcomes are better.
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