How We Shared the Joy: Dispersing Donations Across Our School and Community

The generous donations we received from Good360, especially the LEGO kits, were thoughtfully and strategically dispersed to maximise their impact across our small school and broader community. From the moment the items arrived, we knew they had the potential to bring joy, learning, and connection to many different groups within our school.

1. Friday LEGO Club – A Hub of Connection and Creativity
Our first initiative was launching the Friday LEGO Club—a lunchtime program open to all students. Every Friday, our library is transformed into a buzzing space of collaboration and excitement. Students of all ages and abilities come together to build side-by-side.
What’s been beautiful to witness is how inclusive this club has become. Students who often find social situations difficult, including those with autism and anxiety, have found comfort and confidence in the structure of LEGO play. The quiet focus of building allows friendships to grow organically, without the pressure of conversation. We’ve seen shy children come out of their shells, eager to share what they’ve built or offer to help someone else.
One Year 2 student, who previously struggled with peer interactions, is now one of our most enthusiastic club members. His teacher shared how he now “lights up every Friday morning and talks all week about what he wants to build.” His improved classroom behaviour and willingness to engage with classmates is a direct result of the confidence and pride he’s gained through LEGO Club.

2. Classroom and Support Group Use
Some of the LEGO resources were distributed to learning and support staff for targeted small-group work. These groups included students with additional needs—such as children living with autism, ADHD, or developmental delays—who benefit from structured, hands-on tasks that support communication, teamwork, and emotional regulation.
Teachers have used LEGO for storytelling, patterning, sequencing, and as a calm-down strategy for students experiencing heightened emotions. In one case, a Stage 1 student with a speech delay began using LEGO figures to express emotions and needs, giving staff a new way to support him.

3. Take-Home Packs for Families in Need
Recognising that some families in our community face financial hardship, we used part of the donation to create take-home LEGO packs. These were discreetly offered to families who may not have access to creative play resources at home. These packs became a source of pride and excitement for students—and offered families a way to engage in positive, screen-free time together.
One parent said, “My child used to feel left out when others talked about their LEGO builds. Now he can share his own creations too. It’s helped so much with his confidence.”

4. Reinforcing Positive Behaviour and Attendance
LEGO also became a key motivator in our Positive Behaviour for Success program. Students earning rewards for following school values—such as being respectful, safe, and engaged—could earn time at LEGO Club or receive LEGO-based prizes in our weekly draw.
While our P&C usually funds these prizes, as a small school with limited resources, this has become harder to maintain. Thanks to Good360’s support, we’ve been able to sustain this reward system and reignite enthusiasm for school. We’ve seen a boost in student attendance, with children excited to come each Friday and proud to show their good behaviour.