RYE Primary School has marked a major milestone, celebrating its 150th anniversary with a fun-filled week of events to honour its rich history.
Past students, staff, and the wider community came together during the week with the biggest highlight being an assembly where more than 800 people from the Rye community came together.
As well as a history lesson, there were a series of activities designed to reflect on the school’s proud past included traditional games such as marbles and calligraphy writing to get a feel for “what school life was like years ago” following the school’s foundation in 1875. There was also a lively bush dance on the oval, which parents happily came to watch, making it a special community event.
The school also revealed a “special time capsule” from 1975, which was filled with items that gave a fascinating peek into school life 50 years ago.
A special dinner supported by Rye RSL was also held, shining a spotlight on some of its amazing former students. “These past pupils have gone on to do incredible things – from working in medicine to thriving in the arts and even becoming professional athletes,” the school said.
“After 150 years, Rye Primary School is still a strong and caring part of the community. While it’s great to look back and remember the past, everyone is excited about the journey ahead and all the learning and growing still to come.”
First published in the Southern Peninsula News – 22 October 2025
