Mad Hatter's 'In Touch with Nature' project

Mad Hatter's used the grant money to buy some planters and plant herbs for the children to watch grow, and then experiment using the herbs during cooking classes in the nursery. Strawberry and blueberry plants were also planted next to an area that was strategically left to go wild as a way to encourage more bees and pollinating insects into the back garden. A seated area was created next to the wild area so that the children could enjoy watching nature whilst sitting on a comfortable rustic log.

A sensory area made of stone and beautiful plants were laid down in a quieter area of the garden. Should a child feel a little overwhelmed, they can go to this area and sit quietly whilst having the opportunity to listen to the sounds of nature all around them, enabling them to feel more peaceful.

Mad Hatter's green areas have benefited hugely from the grant money and are very grateful to have been able to add so much to the nursery as a result. Thank you Roots & Shoots and Disney Grant.