Year 1 Harvest Their Produce

Our Year 1 pupils were delighted with their successful harvest when they returned to school in September.

While in reception, they were part of a project funded by a £2,000 grant from the 'School Food Matters' charity. With the help of reception children, reception staff, Florin, parent volunteers and of course our amazing gardener Lidka we have transformed a sad forgotten space into a wonderful growing space.

The raised bed was built in April and was soon ready for the children to plant out. They watered and weeded throughout summer term and the garden blossomed as a result of their care. The growing area really brought to life the children's ‘Growth & Life Cycles´ topic, giving the children really meaningful hands on experiences

In the first week of term each one of the children took part in a harvesting and eating session. They really enjoyed the fruits ( and vegetables) of their labour!

We look forward to more planting this year with the new cohort of reception pupils. There are plans for some winter planting and a mini greenhouse has been ordered to extend the season and allow us to be more adventurous with our choice of plants.

See the gallery below for our before and after journey of growing.