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Pupils Design Eco-Garden, Work Begins
12 Feb
Summary
- Pupil-designed eco-garden construction has started at Sandylands Primary.
- Funding comes from a £47,000 grant and council support.
- The garden aims for nature, wellbeing, and ecological learning.
Work has begun on a new eco-garden at Sandylands Primary School in Morecambe, Lancashire, conceived and designed by the pupils themselves. This initiative transforms a previously unused plot of land into a vibrant space dedicated to nature, wellbeing, and ecological learning.
The project is a collaborative effort, primarily funded by a £47,000 grant from West End Morecambe Big Local, a resident-led community partnership. Additional support has been provided by Lancashire County Council. Headteacher Allison Hickson expressed immense gratitude to all contributors for bringing the children's vision to life.
The eco-garden's design, which includes growing areas, bug hotels, and water collection systems, stemmed from a pupil forum seeking a green space that felt "like it belonged to them." A memorial bench will also honor former school governor June Ashworth. The garden's construction is anticipated to conclude by the end of March, with spring planting and a formal opening planned for around April, aligning with the forthcoming Eden Project Morecambe.
Morecambe's mayor, Margaret Pattison, attended the project's launch, highlighting the importance of incorporating children's perspectives in public developments. Joe Robinson from WEM emphasized how the project showcases the significant potential and imagination of young minds.
