Learning through doing
Our volunteering sessions offer young people an opportunity to get their hands dirty, learn about nature and sustainability, and experience the power of working together towards a common goal.
Whether it’s helping in the orchard, maintaining wildlife habitats, or supporting a local community garden, students leave with a sense of pride, connection, and fresh perspective.
What we offer
We can host:
- One-off volunteering days for school or college groups
- Regular sessions as part of enrichment, DofE, or alternative provision
- Bespoke activities linked to curriculum themes or eco-club goals
Sessions are:
- Led by experienced facilitators
- Aligned with permaculture and sustainability principles
- Adapted for age group and ability
- Hands-on, safe, and inclusive
Students may take part in activities like:
- Orchard care and seasonal harvesting
- Planting, weeding and composting
- Wildlife habitat building
- Nature-based craft or learning activities (on request)
Why it matters
These sessions help students:
- Build teamwork and communication skills
- Connect with nature and learn about ecosystems
- Understand the value of local food and biodiversity
- Contribute meaningfully to a charity and local green spaces
Practicalities
- Sessions usually take place at our Stanmer Park orchard site
- We work with both primary and secondary age groups
- Group sizes and timings are flexible – contact us to discuss what’s possible
- All staff and volunteers are DBS-checked; risk assessments provided
Get involved
We’d love to welcome your students to take part.
Embrace the opportunity to make a meaningful impact!
Whether you’re interested in environmental initiatives, community engagement, or skill-building, we welcome your involvement. Take an active part contributing your skills and passion to drive positive change by volunteering with us.