At St Columba’s Primary School, innovation is more than a program—it’s a mindset that shapes every learner, every lesson, every day.
Recognised as one of The Educator’s 5-Star Innovative Schools for 2024, we’re proud to be at the forefront of forward-thinking education. Our approach is deeply rooted in creativity, connection, and the confidence to embrace change—preparing our students for a world that is evolving faster than ever.
Our award-winning STEAM program places science, technology, engineering, the arts, and mathematics at the centre of learning. From Prep to Year 6, students explore hands-on, inquiry-based experiences in our purpose-built Discovery Lab. Whether they’re engineering with Makedo, coding Sphero robots, programming Beebots, designing green screen productions, or building functional prototypes with LEGO SPIKE, our students are problem-solvers, creators, and critical thinkers.
Our staff are lifelong learners. At St Columba’s, teachers are supported to trial new approaches, leverage emerging technologies, and design experiences that connect learning with life. Through collaborative planning and professional development, we ensure every classroom is a space where innovation thrives.
As our students explore the digital world, we ensure their wellbeing stays front and centre. Our cybersafety program is proudly strengthened by a partnership with Inform & Empower—an eSafety Commissioner-endorsed provider. Through this initiative, students, staff and families receive ongoing support, education and up-to-date resources to stay safe, smart and respectful online.
Through real-world connections—like mentoring kindergarten students, participating in community design challenges, and leading school-wide digital initiatives—our students don’t just learn about the future; they help shape it.
Innovation lives here at St Columba’s—and it begins with heart, imagination, and a bold belief in what our learners can do.
We warmly invite you to explore what makes St Columba’s truly unique.
We respectfully acknowledge the Boon Wurrung people of the Kulin Nation, the traditional custodians of the Country on which we learn and play.
We pay respect to ongoing living cultures of First Peoples, their ancestors and their Elders; past, present and emerging.
St Columba's Primary | 24 Glen Huntly Rd | Elwood 3184, VIC | 03 9531 6560 | office@scelwood.catholic.edu.au
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