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Introduction to sustainable gardening
The intent of this course is designed specifically for learners who have little or no experience with gardening to develop knowledge, investigate creativity and enhance social and employability skills. Join us for a fun and instructive course, using basic gardening and plant based activities that will improve health and wellbeing. This introductory course will help you investigate what you need to do to get started with using sustainable garden practices. This gentle course includes a beginner’s guide to soil improvement using peat free alternatives and how to recycle materials to use around he garden.
You are expected to be punctual and attend 100% of this course, if you do not attend for 3 consecutive weeks, you may be withdrawn. This will also reduce your chances of joining another course in the future.
English, Maths and Digital Skills will be embedded in the course.
You are required to adhere to Health and safety requirements at all times.

Open Course Fees

B1: £71.43 (In London Resident)
B2: £51.57 (London Concessionary)
B3: £N/A (Concessionary)
B4: £100.94 (Out of London Resident)
Prosp User 2

Open What will I learn?

The intention of this course is that you should be able to demonstrate a knowledge of:-
• What a susatinable garden is and ways of implementing various practices
• How to use various growing media and how this improves the soil
• How to successfully grow your own from seed
Prosp User 3

Open How will I be assessed?

Progress of your learning will be assessed through -
• Practical observation, Q+A
• Completion of Individual Learning Plans
Prosp User 4

Open What experience or qualifications do I need to start this course?

No formal qualifications are necessary, just a keen interest in gardening.
Prosp User 5

Open Important Information

Please note – the course will only go ahead subject to sufficient enrolments. You will be expected to attend every session, please let us know of any planned absences before you start the course.
Prosp User 14

Open Is there anything I need to bring? Are there any other costs?

Please bring along a pen and paper for note taking, a pair of secateurs and gardening gloves if you have them. You will also need to bring your own refreshments. You are advised not to purchase any materials or books until after the first session, as in the event of the class not running, no compensation can be given for expenditure incurred.

Open Can I get extra help?

Yes. If you think you might need some additional support with your learning, please ask your tutor or the Centre staff for more information about how we can best support you.
Please ask us about the Learner Support Fund.
Prosp User 6

Open After the course….

Prosp User 7

Open What job opportunities could this lead to?

Prosp User 8

Open How will I be able to give my views on the course?

We welcome views from our learners in a number of ways. You can give your views through your ILP, course evaluation forms, on-line questionnaires and our Compliments, Comments and Complaints forms which can be found in Centre offices. You may also choose to become a course representative for your class, which your tutor will discuss with the class at the start of your course.
Prosp User 9

Open Safe learning

We want you to enjoy your learning experience and feel safe, equal and respected while you are here with us. If you have any concerns about any of these things please report it to a member of staff as soon as possible.
Prosp User 10

Open How to apply/enquire

You can apply online, over the telephone, by post or you are welcome to come into a centre to enrol and speak to one of our members of staff.
Prosp User 11
HOX1048
25/04/2023
16/05/2023
09:30 - 13:00
4 weeks
Rural Activities Garden Centre
Please note – the course will only go ahead subject to sufficient enrolments.
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