Sunday, 11 November 2012

Building a Butterfly Border


The next phase of building work has begun at Fagley Primary. The latest phase will see the creation of new more spacious Year 5 and 6 classrooms and common room; a food technology room; new cloakrooms and lavatories; a first floor technology suite. There will also be a covered outdoor area to provide extra opportunities for outdoor learning.

The extension of the existing building necessitates the re-loaction of the multi-sports pitch.
The re-modelling has required the removal of several small trees and established shrubs. Ever aware of our environmental responsibility at Fagley Primary, we asked if the trees and shrubs could be salvaged so that we could plant them elsewhere in the school grounds.

We are currently working on creating a bee and butterfly garden opposite our kitchen garden. The woody perennial shrubs including lavender, rosemary and hebe will provide structure and maturity in our new butterfly border. Once these had been planted, we were be able to add spring flowering bulbs and a selection of perennials and annuals to provide year round interest.