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This project successfully funded on 13th May 2026, you can still support them with a donation.
Restoring Baycroft SEND School’s Horticulture Area
Fareham, England, United Kingdom
Aim
We’re raising funds to restore our horticulture area as a climate hub teaching sustainable food growing and biodiversity skills.
Who are we, and what is our project about?
Baycroft School supports SEND children and young people who benefit from practical, skills-based learning. We prepare pupils for life beyond school by developing independence, responsibility and real-world skills.
Our project will restore and strengthen our existing horticulture area as a Climate Action Learning Hub. This space enables pupils to learn sustainable food production, biodiversity protection and environmental responsibility through hands-on experience.
By repairing and improving the area, we will create a safe, accessible environment where pupils grow local produce, reduce food miles, compost organic waste and plant pollinator-friendly species. The project helps young people understand how to prevent environmental harm, prepare for climate challenges and adapt through sustainable living practices.
This is a long-term investment in climate education, community resilience and environmental stewardship.
Why are we crowdfunding?
We are crowdfunding to protect and enhance a space that delivers practical horticultural lessons to children, developing their awareness of environmental factors and set them up for sustainable living.
Over time, the horticulture area has deteriorated and now requires essential repairs. Without funding, pupils risk losing access to a valuable outdoor classroom where they learn sustainable skills that strengthen food security, biodiversity and climate awareness.
Through this project, pupils will:
Grow fruit and vegetables locally to reduce food miles
Improve soil health and compost organic waste
Plant native species to support pollinators
Learn water conservation techniques
Donate surplus produce to local food banks
This funding ensures we continue equipping young people with the knowledge and skills to respond positively to a changing climate.
How we’ll spend the money raised
We are committed to being open and transparent about how funds will be used. Donations will go directly towards improving safety, accessibility and learning quality within the horticulture area.
Key costs include:
Repairs to existing raised beds and structures
Replacement of worn or unsafe materials
Safe, age-appropriate gardening tools and protective equipment
Improvements to pathways, seating and fully accessible working areas
Soil, plants, seeds and essential consumables
Water conservation equipment
These improvements will ensure the space remains safe, inclusive and fit for long-term educational use.
How you can help
There are two simple ways to get involved and support our project:
1. Make a donation
Every pledge gets us closer to our goal. Early support can help build momentum and inspire others to give too.
2. Spread the word
Share our project with friends, family and your wider network. The more people we reach, the more likely we are to succeed.
From all at Baycroft School we thank you
Communities Fund Employee Giving has provided £1,040 of match funding
Communities Fund has provided £70 of match funding
Funding method
Keep what you raise – this project will receive all pledges made