Stallingborough Primary School Opens New Rainbow Sensory Garden
The new garden, funded by a government grant, offers a tranquil space for pupils to connect with nature and regulate emotions.
By Leah Sutcliffe
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Stallingborough Church of England Primary School has officially opened its new Rainbow Sensory Garden, a dedicated space designed to support pupil wellbeing and sensory exploration.
The Rainbow Sensory Garden at Stallingborough Church of England Primary School is now open, providing children with a dedicated outdoor area to relax, connect with nature, and engage their senses. This new facility aims to help pupils regulate their emotions and enjoy quiet time.
The garden features various installations designed to stimulate exploration of sounds, colours, textures, and scents. Sensory spaces are increasingly recognised for their positive impact on children's wellbeing, fostering calmness, curiosity, and engagement with learning.
The creation of the Rainbow Garden was inspired by the memory of Reverend Christine, whose positive influence on the school community is fondly remembered. Emily Powell, Headteacher, expressed delight at the opening, highlighting the garden as a special place for reflection and sensory exploration for both children and staff.
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"We are delighted to officially open our Rainbow Garden in memory of Reverend Christine, who was such a wonderful lady and brought so much light and joy to our school community. This is a very special place for the whole school. It offers children and staff a peaceful environment where they can reflect, connect with nature and explore their senses. It is already being enjoyed by so many people, and we are incredibly grateful for the funding and support that helped make it possible."
This project was realised through the High Needs Provision Capital Allocation, a government fund administered by North East Lincolnshire Council to enhance facilities for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The funding supports improvements such as sensory spaces and accessibility adaptations.
Ann-Marie Matson, Director of Children’s Services at North East Lincolnshire Council, commented on the value of these grants, noting that schools can receive up to £10,000. She highlighted the Rainbow Garden as an excellent example of how this funding can promote inclusion and wellbeing across the entire school community. Future funding rounds are anticipated to support more schools in improving accessibility and SEND provision.
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"These grants give schools a valuable opportunity to enhance their provision and create more inclusive environments for children and young people. Schools can receive up to £10,000, which can be combined with their own funding to deliver projects that make a meaningful difference. The Rainbow Garden is a fantastic example of how schools can use this funding to support inclusion and wellbeing. By combining a sensory space with a tranquil outdoor environment, the garden offers benefits for the entire school community. We look forward to seeing more schools take advantage of this opportunity in future funding rounds."
