Celebrating 175 years of schooling in Nairne
Description
175 Years of Schooling in Nairne Open Day
Join us as we celebrate 175 years of schooling in Nairne.
Since the first licensed school opened in 1851, generations of students, teachers, families and community members have helped shape the rich educational history of our town. This special event will bring together past and present members of the Nairne community to honour this remarkable milestone and celebrate the lasting impact of education in Nairne.
Explore 175 years of local educational history through historical displays, gallery walks, photo displays, memorabilia and student exhibits. Reconnect with former classmates, teachers, principals, staff and friends while discovering the stories, people and achievements that have shaped schooling in Nairne across the generations.
A highlight of the day will be the unveiling of the Nairne 175th Commemorative Quilt, created by students across the school to represent the history, people and places that have contributed to education in Nairne. During the Official Ceremony, the quilt will be formally presented and donated to the Nairne Museum, where it will be preserved as a lasting record of this significant community milestone.
Visitors can enjoy food trucks, coffee vans, a community barbecue, guided school tours led by senior students, and the announcement of the winners of the Nairne 175th Sketching Competition. Families are encouraged to bring a picnic rug and enjoy an afternoon on the oval while taking part in this once-in-a-generation celebration.
Food & Refreshments:
Visitors can enjoy a range of food and refreshments throughout the afternoon, including:
Hay There Coffee
Michelle Watkins Coffee Van
Adelaide Woodfired Pizza
Baltic Fine Food
Nairne Lions BBQ
Red Cross strawberries and ice cream
Who Should Attend?
This event is open to everyone with a connection to schooling in Nairne, including:
Former students
Current students and families
Former and current staff
Governing Council members
Community members
Friends of Nairne School
Whether you attended school in Nairne many years ago, have children enrolled today, worked in our schools, or simply have a connection to our town, we invite you to join us in celebrating 175 years of learning, growth and community spirit.
Come and share memories, reconnect with old friends, explore our history, and help us honour the generations who have contributed to schooling in Nairne since 1851.
1851–2026
175 Years of Schooling in Nairne
Agenda
- 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Open Day
Come and explore 175 years of schooling in Nairne as our school opens its doors to the wider public community. Follow the Learning Trail to discover student learning displays, gallery walks, collaborative projects and Wonder Walls showcasing learning across our school. Step into the Heritage Hub to explore historical photographs, school memorabilia, archives, timelines and stories from across the generations, and visit our commemorative media wall for a special 175th photo. Celebrate together at the Community Hub, with food trucks and coffee vans, community activities, the sketch competition display and plenty of space to gather, picnic and reconnect. Follow the Legacy Trail to discover the lasting pieces created to mark this milestone, including our 175th Commemorative Quilt and Bell, tree planting area, commemorative plaques and messages for future generations. Our senior student ambassadors will provide information at our Learning Trails and Legacy Trail throughout the afternoon. Come and rediscover memories, explore learning and celebrate the past while inspiring the future.
- 3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
Community Celebration
Celebrate together on the oval at our Community Hub. Grab something delicious from our food trucks and coffee vans, bring a camping chair or picnic rug and enjoy an afternoon of connection and celebration with past and present members of our school community. Families can visit the Kids Activity Hub, featuring historical games, colouring and fun activities for children to enjoy. Explore our sketch competition display, reconnect with old friends and enjoy the festivities as we celebrate 175 years of schooling in Nairne.
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