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Funding the work
Fundraising should be a consideration which runs throughout the life of the project. Make sure you consider both the installation and the maintenance costs for budgeting purposes.
There are four main sources of funding for your school grounds project; The School Budget, Grants and Awards, Sponsorship and Fundraising by the School.
There are also a number of other organisations and groups that can provide help and advice. For more information visit contacts. For further advice on how to successfully fund your project, refer to the School Grounds Handbook.
Latest Funding
British Ecological Society
Schools can apply for up to £1000 to support initiatives to enhance school grounds as ideal places to teach practical ecology. Whether you want to build a school pond or develop a nature reserve a BES grant could help you to get started. Funding will not be given for ornamental features. e.g. water features. Don't forget to tell us the dimensions of the area to be developed and to give clear examples of how the proposed project is linked to teaching. Application deadlines: Jan 31st and April 30th, Sept 30th.
Playground Partnerships 2007
Schools can apply for awards of £1,000, £2,000, £5,000 or £10,000. All schools that are shortlisted will receive at least £250. Schools wishing to apply will initially have to order the free Playground Partnerships resource pack. To be considered for an award, schools need to submit a folder of work ('portfolio of evidence') and completed application form (mainstream or special school) by post. Applicants are encouraged to develop a pupil-led approach; involve the whole school; encourage input from the wider school community and include pupils with special educational needs. The closing date for applications is the 20th July 2007.
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