Educational Visits
Through the garden, students gain an understanding of ecosystems, an appreciation for food origins and nutrition, and knowledge of plant and animal life cycles. At the same time, they learn practical horticultural skills that last a lifetime. It connects students with sustainable practices of plantation and they also learn to cook food with vegetables grown in school. Many teachers use garden as a laboratory to introduce students to scientific methods through plant related experiments. Additionally, a garden provides a place to study weather, insects, soil and other environmental factors. It’s an ideal habitat model for studying ecosystems.
Beyond academics, the garden provides broader life lessons of how to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Students get an opportunity to be a part of the full food cycle, from seed to table. Students gain an understanding of and appreciation for the cultivation of food crops, along with a respect for local farmers. They learn valuable science concepts through observation and experimentation. By learning to prepare nutritious meals, the students are armed with the knowledge and skills to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Through gardening, students become responsible care takers.
No knowledge in the world is complete without travelling, observing and experiencing the rich and diverse culture of different places. Industry and local visits are organised for younger students where as educational tours will be organised for students of higher grade in order to widen their horizon, enhance their perspective, experience new environment