The traditional one-minute silence during assembly was ditched in favour of a heartfelt service, where students and staff paid tribute to Australians who have died during all wars.

Teachers spoke about their families' war involvement while students got a first-hand insight of the Korean War through local veteran Ernie Holden, who was almost blown up in a minefield.

The school took time out from lessons later on to hold a one-minute silence at 11am.

History teacher David Druery organised the event to demonstrate to students that Remembrance Day is just as important as Anzac Day.

He has received good feedback about the service and has been invited to organise a similar service for Anzac Day next year.

`It's not just about World War I it's about all wars,'' he said.

``A lot of students don't know what war means and that it's not something to be taken lightly. It's important for the community and for all Australian to create a legacy that will be continued by future generations.''