An update from the Gardening Club is below. It really is looking fabulous out there! As we come to the end of this academic year, we are starting to think about how we can make better use of the school garden across the curriculum in the next academic year - watch this space!
We have been dodging the
rain this June in Gardening club but have still managed to have some fun. The
wheelbarrow has been painted and is now bursting with colour and flowers, our
Sunflowers despite the lack of sun are slowing climbing upwards and are now
just peeking above the height of the garden wall for all to see. The pond is
also full of life and fascinates the children who have spotted frogs, newts and
dragonfly larvae. The Raspberry canes and strawberries are developing their
fruit beautifully but we think it will be a race between the hungry birds and
the gardening club as to who eats the tasty fruit first. Today years 1,2,3,4
joined us in making their own Bug Hotels, created from old pots, cardboard,
bamboo canes, moss and others plants. We discussed the idea of Hibernation for
insects especially ladybirds who help us by eating other insects that damage
our plants. The Children gave brilliant answers about how the Bug Hotels
provided protection from the cold and other creatures who wanted to eat them.
My favourite idea from one pupil was that their bug hotel had a slide for the
bugs to use and a pole for butterflies to attach to, what a wonderful thought!
Sincere thanks to all the parents who give up their time so generously to ensure the children get outside digging, planting, exploring and learning - your time is so appreciated.
And some pictures from last time ...
