La Sainte Union School

Waterlogged lawns and frequent flooding around one of the buildings are challenges we’re addressing. To manage excess rainwater, we’re planting a native hedge that includes a selection of water-thirsty trees. Along a south-facing wall, we’ll also add fan-trained fruit trees, beautifully framed by a surrounding wildflower meadow.

Latest Update

November '24: To tackle ongoing flooding issues, we consulted an expert who designed an environmentally friendly plan to reduce waterlogging. After discussions with contractors, we aimed to start work in November '24. However, the project has since been postponed to allow for better integration with other site improvements. Stay tuned!

February ’25 Update:

Today, we planted a new section of mixed native hedge with a wonderful group of volunteers and students. It was an inspiring session, and we're excited to see how the hedge will thrive, contributing to the local biodiversity.

We also created a new wetland meadow, seeded with wildflowers. This will help relieve a waterlogged area that had become a challenge in an existing bed. There's still more planting to be done, and we look forward to returning to finish the project and enhance this vibrant space even further.

Rewilding strategies

140-native-tree hedge

2023

Orchard

2023

Wildflower meadow

2023

Wetland meadow

2025

Second native hedge

2025

Meadow

School staff showing us the fabulous meadow, a thriving space that supports pollinators and enhances biodiversity.
Flooded area

The flooding on school grounds has been disruptive, causing flooding in buildings and creating slippery walkways, but there are many solutions available
Planning

Discussing the ongoing flooding issues.
The orchard

It’s a wonderful addition for students to be able to enjoy fresh apples right from the trees, connecting them to nature and the joy of homegrown food.
New wetland meadow

Seeded with wildflowers, relieving a waterlogged existing bed, we’re excited to see this area transform!