A WOKINGHAM school’s new nature reserve was officially opened by Wokingham Borough Mayor, Cllr Adrian Mather.
In spring sunshine by the headteacher, deputy headteacher, parent association volunteers, and pupils, Cllr Mather launched Keep Hatch Primary School’s new outdoor learning space.
The school’s nature reserve project begin earlier in the year, with some work, in February, to improve its pond area.
The pond has been part of the grounds for many years, but following the upgrade can now be used as a learning environment for the children to enjoy.
As well as restoring the pond, the school has added musical boom whackers, a hedgehog house, a bug hotel, pond dipping equipment, nets, tuff trays, log seating areas, and an observation station.
Headteacher Mrs Appleby said: “This project would not have been possible without the commitment of our fabulous parents association volunteers, and generous support from several local companies.
“I’d like to say a big thank you to all parents who dedicated their time over the February half term and in recent weekends to help bring this vision to life.”
Around 24 borough companies donated items or their time, with Berkshire Tree Care and Wokingham Lions being the biggest contributors.
Key members of the school’s parents’ association who took the lead on the project included Samy Childs, Louise Wilding and Bryan and Sandra Waistell.
For information, visit: keephatch.wokingham.sch.uk
