The school wanted to establish a new composting area with a triple bay so students could compost a greater variety of food waste. A design was created and materials purchased to build the new frame.

Students then were able to paint the slats and secure mesh on the sides to keep the compost contained. There are now designated area for different stages of compost, for fresh scraps, decomposing material, and usable compost. Buckets are placed around the school for students to leave their organic waste and every Friday students collect the buckets and empty them into the new bins. They also turn and wet the compost when required to keep it aerated to ensure they are creating good compost for their gardens.

Tamariki can now visually see the composting process better with the organised bin system, and have been learning more about composting and how it can enhance soil quality. They have been using the compost when planting up the vegetable gardens throughout the year, and it has been effective at educating the staff, students and whānau about alternative waste disposal methods, ensuring the school aligns with learning for sustainability.

There is an award at assembly to reward the classroom that composts the most using the buckets instead of the bins which has been working well to encourage tamariki to participate.