Our Community School Food Forest

 

We are very fortunate at Mandama Primary School to have a beautiful, large area dedicated to growing food

 

AIM:

• to create a beautiful garden ecosystem, that is diverse and high yielding

• To develop a multi-faceted program and infrastructure, where the  seven layers of the Food Forest offers a diverse range of experiences for the students, teachers, volunteers, families and community.

• To improve the garden area at both the Jenolan Avenue and Church street entrances

• To develop a clear and effective framework for the continuing success of the garden.

 

OBJECTIVES:

• To nurture a sense of community.

• Encourage inclusiveness, communication and creativity.

• To GROW opportunities for students to re-connect with this 'green space' in a meaningful, seasonal, productive and satisfying way.

• To demonstrate to our school community about the benefits of growing and eating where you live, provide healthy foods with sustainable and environmentally responsible practices.

 

BENEFITS:

• interaction between people, plants and gardens that improve social, emotional, cognitive and physical well-being.

• Healthier, happier and more engaged children, teachers and parents.

• A sense of pride,  responsibility and ownership

• Improved appearance and appeal for the entire school entry/garden areas

• Direct access to fresh, seasonal food, for all children, regardless of circumstance