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Green in colour or green as in sustainability, these elements create a strong connection between kids and the natural environment.

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The placement of garbage, compost, and recycling receptacles is key to creating a clean and well cared for school yard. It also has the potential to...

Garbage, Compost & Recycling

Retention ponds are an excellent tool for stormwater management, providing a way to collect a larger volume of water in one place. During a storm...

Retention Ponds

Rain chains and channels can be used to convey runoff from roofs or other surfaces into rain gardens, swales, and retention ponds.

Rain Chains & Channels

Incorporating edible plants into the outdoor school environment can provide a highly stimulating and interactive atmosphere. This can come in the form...

Edible Plants

While thinking of a wooden playground may bring up images of 1970s-era equipment, wood can be incorporated into contemporary play environments in...

Wood Structures

Another way to divide up space in the schoolyard, both stone and gabion walls can be created using largely recycled materials. Digging up soil filled...

Stone and Gabion Walls

Reducing runoff, eliminating puddles, and helping with stormwater management, permeable paving is a great addition to any sustainable school ground....

Permeable Paving

Mulch or wood fibre can be used to create a natural looking safety surface on the school ground. However, mulch is best as a surface for smaller...

Mulch

When you start to think about what plants to include in a school garden, native planting should be a primary consideration. What is native planting?...

Native Planting