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Students are taking part in new growing project
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| Pupils at the first session of Hothfield Junior School's Growing Club |
Hothfield Junior School pupils have been given the opportunity to cultivate a brand new hobby - gardening.
The Silsden primary school's growing club has got off the ground after receiving donations from various businesses and organisations around the town.
Sixteen pupils from years three and four are turning a large grassed area by the main entrance into a vegetable, flower and fruit garden. The club will help children understand how vegetables, fruit and flowers are produced, and give them insights into topical issues such as healthy eating, sustainability, nature's eco-systems, climate change and food chains.
Three committee members of the Silsden Allotment Association are running the project, with the help of Susan Hollings, the grandmother of one of the club members.
Hothfield head teacher Ruth Leech said: "We cannot thank highly enough all the local businesses and people who have made possible this significant addition to the school's wide range of activities. As well as educating the children in crucial current issues, the garden will become an impressive and welcoming focal point."
Sponsorship for the Growing Club came from Silsden Town Council, the Ecology Building Society, Raikes Hall Nursing Home, Summerfield Nursing Home and Pennine Playgrounds.
The materials have been donated by Airedale Tree Surgeons, Silsden Mini-Skips, John Pickles and CSH Bulk Transport. Paul's DIY shop has supplied tools and compost with handsome discounts.
Dale Scott, of Gardens by Design, of Bingley, has advised on the site layout.
2:03pm Thursday 17th April 2008
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