Daylesford Primary School students got into the swing of Clean-Up Australia Day – held recently – with pupils in grades five and six heading to Lake Daylesford.

Meanwhile, pupils in grades three and four hit the school grounds.

The grades three and four have also been tasked with sorting, weighing and graphing their finds as part of a learning unit.

Teacher Jon Halliwell said the pupils in grades three and four were the drivers of the day’s work.

All students in years 3-6 from Hepburn, St Michael’s, Trentham, Yandoit and Daylesford primary schools participated in the Daylesford Region Interschool Olympic Games at Daylesford Primary on August 1.

Daylesford Primary principal Ali McHalliwell said the games were designed to foster essential values such as teamwork, belonging, and personal accomplishment.

“Through engaging in friendly competition, students experienced the joy of working together towards common goals and building a strong sense of community and inclusion,” she said.

“Additionally, this event offered a unique opportunity for students to learn about the rich history and significance of the Olympic Games, gaining a deeper appreciation for the spirit of global unity and athletic excellence.”