Wyndham residents are encouraged to have their say on the naming of a new primary school in Tarneit.
On Thursday the state government launched an online survey where Victorians can nominate their preferred names for six new public schools due to open next year, including Riverdale North Primary School located near Sewells Road and Leakes Road.
While Riverdale North is the interim name of the new school, the state government is seeking the community’s input to help find a permanent name that reflects the unique identity of the surrounding area and inspires local pride.
In 2023, the government announced that Aboriginal language names will be preferred for new schools to further promote Aboriginal self-determination, language and culture across the state.
Traditional Owner groups have been consulted and have provided the following shortlist of names for Riverdale North: Woodin Primary School, named after the Bunurong word for summer; Booring Primary School after the Bunurong word for bandicoot and Perripe Primary School after the Bunurong word for spring.
“It’s so important for young people and families to feel connected to their local school and engaged in education, and I’m so thrilled the community can have their say on these wonderful new names,” said Education Minister Ben Carroll.
“Embracing First Nations languages in more school names will contribute to the ongoing process of reconciliation.”
The public have two weeks to choose their preferred name, with consultation closing on Thursday June 6.
To have your say, visit engage.vic.gov.au/2025-naming-of-new-schools
