Schools’ interest in garden grants has significantly risen this year, with 810 applications from 386 Victorian schools, reflecting a strong interest in outdoor learning and sustainability.
However, this trend also underscores the issue of inadequate funding for such projects within schools.
Despite their best efforts, securing funding for garden programs remains a hurdle for educators who are committed to providing enriching outdoor learning experiences for their students.
School gardens offer a rich space for hands-on learning, fostering curiosity, environmental responsibility, and essential life skills. Yet, financial limitations often obstruct the realisation of these green spaces.
Promoting policies favouring school garden funding ensures all children can thrive in an environment fostering curiosity, stewardship, and growth. This allows every school, not just the 65 successful ones from the VSGP Grants program, to build vibrant outdoor learning spaces.
The VSGP Committee are currently accessing the Grant applications, with the results to be announced in early June.