CERES Southern Teacher Environment Network (TEN): Aspendale Primary

Join fellow educators for an afternoon at Aspendale Primary to explore how schools are creating hands-on sustainability projects that connect students with nature and community.

Enjoy a guided tour and Q&A of Aspendale Primary’s inspiring sustainability initiatives — including their newly planted Tiny Forest, established by Robyn Craig through the Garden Crown “1000 Year Forest” program. Discover how the Tiny Forest connects to curriculum, supports biodiversity, and acts as a living outdoor classroom.

Robyn Craig will share insights into the Tiny Forest model — how it restores Indigenous habitat, engages students in ongoing care and monitoring, and strengthens community connection through meaningful, local action.

You’ll also see Aspendale’s broader sustainability projects in action, including:

Gardening club and annual olive harvest
Hot compost monitoring
Marine Ambassadors and Enviro Student Leaders initiatives
Their involvement in the CERES CDS Vic School Champions Program

The session will finish with afternoon tea and networking — a chance to connect, swap stories, and gather new ideas to take back to your own school.

Where: Aspendale Primary School, 23 Laura St, Aspendale VIC 3195
When: 18th November 2025, 4:30–6:00 PM
Who: Staff of primary and secondary schools that are passionate about incorporating sustainability in their school
Cost: Free, with tea, coffee and afternoon snacks provided.

Please note: Bookings close two days prior to the event. If this event is fully booked or the booking window has closed and you were unable to secure a ticket, please feel free to contact us at teacherprograms@ceres.org.au to be placed on a waitlist or to enquire about future sessions.

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