Shelford Day Nursery has taken a bold and exciting step on their journey to becoming a truly eco-conscious setting – they’ve taken a 22-metre allotment plot and are transforming it into a thriving, sustainable growing space for their children, families, and the wider community!

Accessible pathways around the plot, make sure all the children can get involved. Even the babies have been helping out with watering cans in hand.

They’ve made amazing progress:

• Bases laid and sheds installed to safely store tools and resources. 
• A water butt set up, ready to teach the children about rainwater harvesting and sustainable water use. 
• Three tonnes of fruit and vegetable soil moved to fill the first three of our six raised beds.
• Generous allotment neighbours have donated strawberries and rhubarb, and they are deeply grateful for their support.
• Planting is underway – our little eco-explorers have already planted potatoes, onions, leaks, broccoli, and wildflowers.

This project is about community, collaboration, and connection. The Nursery is putting up a board on-site to let families know what tasks need doing each weekend – from weeding to watering to harvesting.

This initiative is not only a fantastic outdoor learning opportunity, it’s also a vital part of their application for Green Flag accreditation with the Eco-Schools Award. They are committed to helping their children understand the importance of sustainability, nature, and working as a team – and they want the whole community to be part of it.

More at https://shelforddaynursery.org/