Thinking globally .....acting locally.

"What we do today will determine what kind of world we live in tomorrow." Marie Curie

At Lalor North Primary School, sustainability is more than just a concept, it’s a mindset we are actively nurturing in our students. We believe that educating young people about sustainability equips them with the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes needed to shape a better, greener and more sustainable future. Our approach empowers students to understand the complex interconnection between the environment, society and the economy, locally, nationally and globally.

Sustainability is taught across our curriculum through our units of inquiry. Students explore how human choices impact our planet and examine how we can create positive change through responsible decision making. We encourage students to critically engage with the ideas of waste reduction, climate action, ethical resource use, and the importance of caring for our shared world. We teach students to recognise that their actions matter and that they have the power to influence their communities and beyond.

We have successfully partnered with Good360 and Repurpose IT to support our passion.

We bring sustainability to life through hands on learning and whole-school practices, including:

Recycling Programs: Students learn how to sort materials and reduce waste through dedicated recycling stations across the school.
Composting Systems: Our organic waste is transformed into nutrient-rich compost used in our garden beds, supporting circular practices in real time.
Kitchen Garden Program: Students grow, harvest and cook with fresh produce from our school garden, learning about food origins, healthy living and environmental care.
Circular Economy Thinking: We explore ways to reuse, repair, and repurpose materials, helping students understand how we can al work together for a better future.
Environmental Responsibility: From conserving water and energy to protecting biodiversity, our students are encouraged to be thoughtful stewards of the Earth.

Through these initiatives and our inquiry-based approach, students learn how to investigate issues, propose sustainable solutions, and take meaningful action. Students are learning and understanding that sustainability is not just a topic, but a way of thinking, doing and being.

At Lalor North, our sustainability leaders together with our students and staff are proud to be learning about sustainability and continuing to build our knowledge and pratcice. We are learning to be courageous and innovative as global citizens to be ready to lead and thrive in a changing world.