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Marine Discovery Centre
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Overview
Woodbridge School is situated in the stunning rural environment on the western shore of the Southern D¡¯Entrecasteaux Channel, in Southern Tasmania. Established on its current site in 1953 the School has a strong community focus. It caters for the needs of students from a wide geographical area, and from Kindergarten to Year 10.


The school offers the facilities and curriculum of urban schools with the benefits of a safe, clean and peaceful marine rural environment. The school¡¯s facilities include recently renovated early childhood, primary and secondary areas which are spacious and welcoming. Primary and secondary students have access to specialist facilities including kitchen, workshop, science laboratory,  the farm and computer laboratory.

The superb location of the school adds a special dimension to its educational programs as students are able to develop a first hand appreciation of their environment, and utilise the marine, rural and natural bushland environment to enhance educational opportunities.  Woodbridge¡¯s facilities for environmentally based learning are unique. The Marine Discovery Centre provides the opportunity for authentic student learning either on-shore or on the RV Penghana. The 12 acre school farm and grounds are the focus for the nationally recognised Landcare program. Surrounding areas of bushland, farmland and even islands provide community locations for learning. The camps program further enrich the curriculum at Woodbridge.

The school¡¯s relative proximity to the city of Hobart, also enables students to access urban recreational, educational and cultural facilities. A rural setting, up-to-date technology and the proximity to Hobart give the school the best of both worlds.

The educational philosophy of the school is based on the maximisation of individual talents and capabilities, whilst providing a smooth progression from Kindergarten to Grade 10. The outcome is an educational program that provides quality, continuity and security for students of all ages.

The Woodbridge curriculum aims to cater for students' individual needs in a supportive environment. The Tasmanian Education Department Curriculum is being adapted and implemented in our school. The school program aims to take full advantage of the educational benefits of a kindergarten to grade 10 school. The school asserts the right of students to learn without disruption, and discipline is based on responsibility and logical consequences.
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