Brighton school pupils to grow their own greens

Pupils at a Brighton school are to grow their own fruit and veg.

The youngsters, at Moulsecoomb Primary School, in The Highway, will learn about planting, feeding and protecting crops through an after-hours club.

Members of the school’s environmental club will also play their part in improving wildlife habitats in the grounds.

The club, which meets weekly, has been funded with the support of the Community Chest programme run by Southern Water.

The programme supports educational activities in schools and community groups across Sussex, Kent and Hampshire.

Lucy Rayner, development worker at Moulsecoomb Primary, said: “Teaching the students about where their food comes from at such a young age will put them in good stead to eat healthily both now and in the future.

“We are also aiming to improve the wildlife habitats around the school so that the pupils can learn what animals, insects and plants inhabit our school grounds.”

Kevin Buck, who co-ordinates Southern Water’s Community Chest programme, said: “Moulsecoomb Primary School has put together an excellent plan to help its pupils learn about where their food comes from before it ends up on their plate.”