Community grant sees school garden blossom

Monbulk Primary School has transformed part of its grounds into a beautiful sensory garden with the support of a $10,000 community grant from Yarra Valley Water.

The grant has helped the school turn a relatively unused section of its yard into a peaceful area where students who are overstimulated or need a break can go to rest and recharge.

Monbulk Primary School principal Estelle Alder said the garden was a valuable asset to the school and its students.

“The new garden is fantastic and we’re so grateful for the grant that has enabled us to create it,” she said.

“It’s a wonderful space for our students to have where they can unwind and connect with nature.”

The school’s sustainability leaders and the landscaper developer designed the garden to be water-efficient and include a variety of native plants.

After the landscaping was complete, the students helped with the planting of the garden.

Yarra Valley Water General Manager of Strategy and Community Tiffany White said she was delighted to see the outcome of the grant.

“We’re very pleased we have been able to support Monbulk Primary School to achieve their vision and create a water efficient sensory garden,” she said.

“The garden is a beautiful addition to the school and it’s great to see the value the students are getting from having that safe and peaceful space to relax in.”

Learn more about the program and view a full list of grant recipients on the Yarra Valley Water website: www.yvw.com.au/community-grants