Developing our school garden has been something we have been trying to do over the years, but it is safe to say that it is officially up and running this year. Since the beginning of the year, we have assigned garden areas and made them ready for planting , purchased and set up a poly tunnel, created eco friendly raised beds and a beautiful sensory garden and path. This has been a huge undertaking, and would not have been possible without the vision and creativity of Melanie, who was a new parent into the school and was willing to give her time and expertise, to establishing the garden. This has been a huge commitment for Melanie, who has given alot of time and energy into designing and creating the various areas, and in physically planting, tending to and watering the plants and flowers. She has had some fantastic help from Thomas and Fiach who were on hand to put up fencing, create paths, source supplies and generally work hard to make sure Melanie’s visions came to life. We really appreciate all of the time and effort they all have put into getting the garden to what it is now, which is certainly a garden to be proud of.

Next year we hope to develop the garden further and create more areas. We will also be hoping to set up an honesty box and ensure that the products of all the hard work are used by the families in the school and the community in general. We might even get some feathered pupils moving in! Our wish for next year is that more parents get involved in the ongoing maintenance aswell as bringing any other ideas to the table for future developments. Certainly the pupils and teachers will be spending time getting honing their green fingers!