Education

We want every visitor to leave the Garden with a sense that they've learnt a little bit more about the world and how to live a little more sustainably on it. Our visitors might discover that plants are more interesting than first thought, that Welsh plants have an important role to play in medicine or that organic gardening might be worth a try. Youngsters may realise that some plants smell funny, carrots grow in the soil , raspberries can be yellow or that recycled CDs make a great Christmas tree decoration. We welcome hundreds of schools here every year. They have a wide choice of courses to select from, based around the National Curriculum and Curriculum Cymraeg, from Tedwen's Adventure for early years to Everyday Choices at secondary school level. We provide what we term "essential environmental education experiences" for all pupils who visit us, in either English or in Welsh. The Garden has a team of professionals and volunteers to help teachers, both here and at school, make the most of the Garden's enormous potential.

There is also plenty of structured learning for older students. Since 2004, Coleg Sir Gar provides on site training for horticulture students and, for several years, the Garden has worked with the University of Wales. This has opened up many undergraduate and postgraduate opportunities to study subjects from biological sciences to art, design and architecture.

Adults not in formal education will find a choice of short-term /leisure courses here, from basic computer training to willow weaving, herbal medicine and woodturning. During school holidays, families have the chance to learn together on a variety of seasonal family fun activities.

To keep up to date with our courses, you can join our Mailing List, ring us on 01558 667150 or visit our Courses page.

The Garden exists to inspire visitors to care a little bit more about plants and the natural world. We hope we've helped to inspire you.