The DSC Volunteer Garden and Grounds Rejuvenation group has started work, and while it is labour intensive, the group is persistent in getting the project off the ground. 

Already, sections of the grounds that were once broken asphalt have been turned into mini play areas, with seats and gardens. 

All work, including the designs, have been completed by volunteers, with materials bought at cost price and funded partly by the school. 

Students will also create artwork and be involved in the redesign along the way.

"Children go from primary schools, which have playgrounds and areas to inspire, to high schools which are much more institutionalised," landscape architect and volunteer Marcus Swetnam.

"We wanted to bring fun to the school and ultimately, we are looking to work towards outdoor classroom spaces and more spaces to hang out.

"We want to link the spaces and create a nurturing environment." 

To raise funds, the group is hosting a fundraising event at The Old Hepburn Hotel on March 22, which will include an open mic section, bands and raffles. 

Project co-coordinator and fellow parent Brendan O'Conal said there was a lot of work to come, and these funds would help make their dreams a reality. 

"We are really doing this for the kids and for the community," he said.

"There's no denying the school grounds need a bit of love."

Daylesford Secondary College vice-principal Roger Dunn said the works had already made a huge difference. 

He confirmed the garden wouldn't be disrupted with the upcoming redevelopment at the school.

"Things are tough with funding here at the school so this really is a credit to the parents involved."