Farmwise Devon
Farming plays a huge role in Devon’s environment and local economy. Primary school children have the opportunity visit Farmwise, a large-scale annual event held Westpoint each year for schools to learn about farming and the environment.
Visit www.farmwisedevon.org
Chefs in schools
Chefs in Schools support schools with practical advice and training to improve their food and food culture. Chefs in Schools have partnered with Riverford to provide funded support for South West schools.
To find out more visit: https://chefsinschools.org.uk/project/vegucation-with-riverford/
RHS campaign for school gardening
The RHS provide a wide range of resources including a new eLearning course for beginner school gardeners. These free courses will help you to understand the key benefits of gardening in your school and give you the skills to get growing. https://schoolgardening.rhs.org.uk/home
Garden Organic
From growing pots of herbs and food for the school canteen to opening a farmers’ market in your playground, gardening offers exciting new ways for children of all ages to learn and grow.
Visit: https://www.gardenorganic.org.uk/expert-advice/growing-in-your-space/schools
Composting in schools
Turning twigs, leaves and bits of vegetables and fruit into gorgeous rich compost which helps plants grow is one of the natural world’s magic tricks! Composting can also be a fantastic learning resource which can support many curriculum areas. It can get kids out of the classroom, learning practical, useful science. Whether your topic is minibeasts, habitats, growing, micro-organisms or global warming, your compost bin can provide hands-on learning opportunities for pupils of all ages.
Visit: Compost – Zone
World Wildlife Fund for Nature – Food growing resources for schools
WWF have developed some fantastic curriculum linked resources for pupils aged 5 – 11 years, including growing guides and fun activities for the classroom.
Visit: https://www.wwf.org.uk/get-involved/schools/resources/food-resources
School Food 4Change
SchoolFood4Change aims to make school meals enjoyable and healthy for both our children and our planet
Visit: https://schoolfood4change.eu/blog/project/whole-school-food-approach/
Countryside Classroom
Connecting schools with food, farming and the natural environment
To find places to visit, experts, classroom activities and other resources visit: https://www.countrysideclassroom.org.uk