Gooseberries on the school grounds! A simple delight for children, many of whom rarely get the chance to pick and taste fruit straight from the plant.

In a less wild border, we planted perennials loved by pollinators, including nepeta, salvia, monarda, and verbena. The colour scheme was purple with a splash of yellow—matching the school colours!

We created a frog habitat (small pond) where children observed tadpoles transform into frogs, inspiring curiosity and a stronger connection to nature's wonders.

An unused front area was beautifully transformed with 16 apple trees, 3 pear trees, 16 fruit bushes, and a vibrant display of annual wildflowers to provide colour and nectar for pollinators.

These vibrant sunflowers, part of the cut flower garden funded by Veolia, bring bursts of color while providing nectar for pollinators and joy for everyone who passes by!

In Spring 2024, Growing Green has been awarded £500 for a butterfly and a cut flower garden from the Veolia Sustainability Fund. The cut flower garden has brought the students and staff so much joy and it keeps giving.

This young fig tree, supported by a £250 grant from Caterlink, is part of a growing edible garden that also includes apples, cherries, and strawberries.

We built a dead hedge—a simple yet effective habitat for insects, invertebrates, and small mammals. It recycles natural materials while providing shelter and boosting biodiversity!

We installed 8 water butts in two different parts of the school grounds, capable of holding a total of 1600 liters of water. This sustainable solution helps conserve rainwater, ensuring a reliable supply for gardening while reducing pressure on mains water during dry spells.

Teens examine the pond, observing water life up close—a wonderful way to learn and connect with nature.