On our SEND horticulture course, learners develop practical skills, confidence and independence through gardening, horticulture and floristry in real outdoor environments. From growing vegetables and maintaining gardens to creating floral displays and community projects, learners gain meaningful experience that supports adulthood, employability and community participation.
Learners build experience across our outdoor and growing environments — not simulated activities.
Learners gain experience maintaining gardens, raised beds and outdoor spaces.
Learners develop plant production and horticultural skills through sowing, growing and maintaining plants.
Learners create bouquets, displays and seasonal arrangements while developing creativity and presentation skills.
Learners contribute to meaningful projects that improve local environments and community spaces.
Where appropriate, learners may access gardening, horticulture and grounds maintenance opportunities with external partners.
Learners build confidence and communication working as a team across every outdoor project and growing season.
Learners develop confidence through supported gardening, horticulture and floristry activities.
Learners build practical competence, consistency and independence through increasingly complex tasks.
Learners focus on responsibility, quality standards, employability and meaningful next steps.
Through practical projects, learners see how their work contributes to wider communities and the environment. Learners explore the importance of:
A glimpse of where the learning happens — real growing spaces, real projects, real purpose.
Learners benefit from a structured, supportive approach designed around their needs.
Progress is monitored through practical achievement, increased independence and Preparing for Adulthood outcomes. Where appropriate, learners may also work towards ASDAN accreditation and other recognised pathways.
Depending on individual goals and aspirations, learners may progress towards:
We encourage families, professionals and local authorities to visit and experience ouroutdoor learning environments first-hand
Our Accreditations
Specialist further education for young people with learning disabilities aged 18–25. Building independence, skills and confidence for life.
Monday – Friday – 10.00 – 16.00
Saturday – Closed (weekend programs coming soon)
Sunday: Closed
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