Planting positivity

Students from the Sheiling School in Thornbury teamed up with volunteers from The Conservation Volunteers (TCV) for a lesson in tree planting this week.

(Left to right) Claire Dinsdale from TCV with Alex one of the students, joined by Tracy Carr from WPD getting the first whip planted.

We made a donation to TCV which enabled them to give a lesson for the day. The plan of action was to plant 150 bare-root whips, secure them with a wooden stake and attach a protective guard to help them establish during the growing season.

Claire Dinsdale from TCV who co-ordinated the planting with the school said: “There are many reasons to plant trees including creating greener communities and providing a diverse haven for wildlife.

“Once these trees are established they will create a screened off area in the school grounds where the students can enjoy their forest school activities.”

The Sheiling School provides a holistic education with access to a wide range of therapies that support the special educational needs of each child or young person attending.

Group photo of all those involved gathered around the campfire.