Year 10 Agriculture & Horticulture Program
Students step beyond the classroom and onto the farm to develop practical skills, deepen their understanding of regenerative farming practices, healthy food systems, and learn through real-world, hands-on experiences.
What is the Farm My School Elective?
The Farm My School Elective is a hands-on, Year 10 agriculture and horticulture program offer at Bellarine and Colac.
Students work alongside experienced regenerative farmers to learn practical agriculture and horticulture skills – covering permaculture, soil health, seasonal planting, harvesting, crop planning and sustainable food systems as part of their school curriculum.
What do Students Learn?
Regenerative farming principles – soil health, composting, sustainable land management, how to increase biodiversity
Permaculture design – how food systems can work with, rather than against, natural cycles
Seasonal growing – planting, tending and harvesting real crops across a school term
Food systems literacy – where food comes from and how communities can build resilient, local food supply
Practical life and career skills – teamwork, problem-solving, and early exposure to agriculture as a career pathway
Where do Students Study?
Farm My School Bellarine
Bellarine Secondary College
Farm My School Colac
Colac Secondary College
Why Choose the Farm My School Elective?
Hands-on, not theoretical – students work a real, functioning farm, not a classroom simulation
Learn from working farmers – direct mentorship from people actively practising regenerative agriculture
Builds real-world skills – resilience, food systems understanding, and practical land management
Connects students to community – part of a broader model already feeding local families and partnering with like-minded organisations
Genuine pathway – for students considering agriculture, horticulture or environmental careers, this is real early exposure. Be in nature to learn and stay healthy.
Email our Education Program Manager via grow@farmmyschool.com.au to
express interest or learn more.
Farm My School has made quite a positive impact. It's given kids an opportunity to come out and learn more about nature and involve it in all kinds of classes, such as ceramics and media."
I've learnt a lot about the farm, and the way things work and the community around it. But I've also learnt a lot about myself, about being outside, being on the land – it's a good place to reflect on everything."
FAQ
More Than a Classroom
How does a student enrol in the Farm My School Elective?
Speak to the subject coordinator at either Bellarine Secondary College or Colac Secondary College or email grow@farmmyschool.com.au and we'll guide you.
Do you need any gardening or farming experience?
Not at all. The farmers and educators will teach and mentor you about regenerative farming, healthy food systems and sustainable practices.
What year level is the Farm My School Elective for?
It is designed for Year 10 students as part of their school curriculum.
Discover more about the Farm My School Education Program and Education Resources.