Curiosity project

Earlier this year, WESC Foundation were awarded a grant from the BBC Children in Need and Wellcome Trust programme - Curiosity.

The aim of the curiosity project was to engage children and young people in science based activities. WESC students were encouraged to be curious about the natural environment and learn in a more hands- on way in the horticultural area.

The students gained confidence in their ability to safely interact with the physical environment of plants and soil. They developed skills in working together and supporting each other whilst taking part in practical activities. 

 

They enjoyed locating the wildlife camera, checking out different soil samples for PH levels, siting the new hedgehog house and being brave enough to experience handling insects! 

Alongside this, once the willow arch was planted, students were taught how to monitor the growth using tactile sensation to feel how many new leaves and branches grew every week.

All of the students really enjoyed learning outside of the classroom environment and making science a more active experience.

   

Opening of the new greenhouse

It was a very special time in the WESC garden today when the official opening of the new greenhouse took place.  Peter Bond an ex student, keen gardener and advocate of producing home grown food kindly donated the greenhouse in memory of Otie his much loved assistance dog.  

He brought along a very popular guest in the form of Goldie his new assistance dog who at 13 1/2 weeks old really stole the show!

The greenhouse will be well used by students and staff alike so a big thank you from all of us at WESC.

Thanks Peter!