From March to July, our KS5 students proudly took part in the first RHS Pilot Project, which focused on promoting wellbeing through horticulture while developing students' knowledge and practical gardening skills.

Research has shown that spending time with plants and engaging in horticulture can have a positive impact on mental health and wellbeing by reducing stress, improving mood and creating a calmer learning environment. With this in mind, students worked together to help bring more greenery into the Sixth Form.

The project began with students exploring the local community to identify a variety of plants, trees, bulbs and other species. They then developed valuable life skills by managing budgets and planning a visit to Tong Garden Centre, where they selected and purchased seeds and plants for every classroom in the Sixth Form building.

Throughout the project, students learnt how to grow and care for plants while creating welcoming classroom spaces that can support both learning and wellbeing. They also strengthened their teamwork, communication and decision-making skills through every stage of the project.

The project was a great success, and we are delighted that the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) has invited us to take part again. We were pleased to accept the invitation and look forward to continuing this exciting partnership and further promoting wellbeing through horticulture across our school.

 

 

On Friday 19th June, Southfield’s KS3 Choir went on a coach to Manchester to watch the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra at Media City. We got to have some time outside in the sunshine with students from other schools before the show started. We

At Coop Academy Southfield we know that a happy, healthy school starts with a supported, energized staff team. While our primary focus is always on teaching and learning, we believe that looking after staff wellbeing is just as vital. That’s

As part of KS3's stunning start to our Survival of the fittest theme, students enjoyed an owl experience. Every student in Key stage 3 took part in this interactive session, which involved seeing the different owls flying acro

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