Outdoor Spaces
Rosanna Primary School has a range of outdoor spaces that support play, learning and student wellbeing. These spaces are designed to help children feel comfortable, included and connected throughout the school day.
Playgrounds for Prep to Year 6
Our primary school in Rosanna has three age-appropriate playgrounds, designed with different age groups in mind. This helps ensure play spaces are fun, safe and engaging for all students.
There is a playground designed for younger students in the early years, as wellas separate playgrounds suited to middle and upper primary students. All playgrounds are shaded and are used before and after school, as well as during recess and lunch breaks. These spaces support active play, social connection and quieter moments with friends.
Oval and active play areas
The school oval is a well‑used outdoor space where students take part in a range of play activities. These include exploring the treed areas, using the long jump pit, playing basketball, or kicking a football. In 2024, volunteers installed a GaGa pit, which students use during break times.
The school also contains 2 synthetic play spaces inluding a full sized netball / basketball court, handball courts and marked courts for additoonal games. Along side this, there are open spaces within the school for running games, tiered seating for passive play and gardens for adventuring.
Outdoor learning spaces and school programs
In 2024, the Friends of Rosanna Primary School (FORPS) supported the development of an outdoor learning space with tiered seating. This shaded area is used as a gathering space at lunchtime and as part of school programs that extend learning beyond the classroom in a calm and supportive setting.
STEM garden and buddy program
The STEM Garden is an outdoor learning space where students explore mathematics and engineering ideas through hands‑on experiences. With shade and a sandpit, the garden also provides a calm place where Prep and Year 6 buddies can spend time together at lunch and build positive relationships across year levels.
Sustainability garden and community partnerships
The Sustainability Garden is a welcoming space where students, families and carers can spend time together. Parents, carers and students often work side by side in the garden on Friday afternoons. The chickens are cared for by a dedicated group of parent and community volunteers, reflecting our strong school‑community partnerships.
Frog bog and nature‑based learning
With support from Banyule Council, a Frog Bog was created as part of the Year 3–4 learning area. Staff, students and families worked together to create this quiet outdoor space, including frog habitats. The area is open to all and provides a peaceful place for students to pause, notice nature and feel settled at school.
Enrolment information and school life at Rosanna Primary School
Families seeking enrolment information for a primary school in Rosanna are welcome to contact the school. We are happy to share information about our learning spaces, school programs, and before and after school care options.
Frequently asked questions about our outdoor spaces
Is there a playground specifically for Prep students?
Yes. Rosanna Primary School has a playground designed for younger students in the early years. This space supports age‑appropriate play and helps Prep children feel safe and comfortable as they settle into school.
What outdoor spaces are available at Rosanna Primary School?
Rosanna Primary School offers a range of outdoor spaces, including age‑appropriate playgrounds, an oval, gardens, and outdoor learning areas. These spaces support play, learning, wellbeing and connection throughout the school day.
How do outdoor spaces support student wellbeing?
Outdoor spaces give students opportunities to move, play, explore nature and spend time with friends. Calm areas are also available for quieter play and reflection, helping students feel settled and supported at school.
Are outdoor spaces shaded?
Yes. All playgrounds include shaded areas to support student comfort and wellbeing throughout the day.
Can students use the playgrounds before and after school?
Yes. The playgrounds are available for use before and after school, as well as during scheduled break times.
How are outdoor spaces used for learning?
Outdoor areas are used to extend learning beyond the classroom. This may include outdoor lessons, hands‑on investigations, group discussions or quiet reflection as part of school programs.
What is the STEM Garden used for?
The STEM Garden supports hands‑on learning in areas such as mathematics and engineering. It also provides a calm space where students, including Prep and Year 6 buddies, can spend time together.
What is the Frog Bog?
The Frog Bog is a nature‑based learning space created with support from Banyule Council. It includes frog habitats and is used as a quiet area where students can observe nature and connect with the environment.
How are families involved in caring for the outdoor spaces?
Families and community members are invited to take part in working bees and gardening sessions. These activities support the care of school grounds and strengthen school‑community connections.
Who looks after the chickens in the Sustainability Garden?
The chickens are cared for by a group of parent and community volunteers, along with involvement from students as part of supervised activities.
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