A dedicated team from C2V have helped transform a Cheshire school’s outdoor space into a sensory garden that will benefit both pupils and the wider community.
Adlington Primary School, a small rural school near Macclesfield, runs outdoor learning sessions. However, financial constraints have made it challenging to maintain their green spaces.
Thanks to the hard work and generosity of the C2V volunteers, the school has a new sensory garden designed to support children with special educational needs (SEN), offering them a stimulating and calming environment. It will also provide a welcoming space for older residents and the wider community to enjoy.
Over three days, the team worked alongside parents, staff, and pupils to:
- Create a raised sensory garden, installing 12 wooden sleepers and filling paths with different textures (stones, wood shavings, and bark).
- Build two bug hotels using C2V pallets, with pupils helping to stack them for insect habitats.
- Donate picnic tables, gardening tools, and materials, including tyres for seating, willow planters, topsoil, and posts for a future shelter.
- Construct a log wall and clear all waste from the site using a C2V vehicle.
The project was led by C2V’s Chris Robinson (Macclesfield Works Manager), after United Utilities Environmental Regulatory Manager, Alison Greenwood, reached out to see if the team could help support the school.
Keen to make a difference locally, volunteers Craig, Ryan, Ellen, Kristy and Henry, stepped up to provide materials, plant, and labour to bring the project to life.
Chris said: “At C2V, we take pride in going beyond our core work and making a difference in the communities we serve.
“This project was about more than just materials and labour – it was about creating a space where children can explore, learn, and enjoy nature.
“Seeing the enthusiasm from the pupils, staff, and volunteers was incredibly rewarding, and we’re thrilled to have played a part in bringing this garden to life.”
“We’re proud of the work we do, not just in delivering vital infrastructure, but in supporting local communities. “Projects like this show how small contributions can make a big difference, and it’s fantastic to see our team coming together to create something that will benefit the school and the wider community for years to come.”
James Logan C2V Framework Director
The school’s headteacher, Steph Swinson, was thrilled with the work, saying: “As a small school, financial pressures make it hard to maintain and improve our outdoor space. This support has made a huge difference, creating a fantastic learning environment for our pupils.”
C2V regularly supports local community projects and was delighted to play a role in improving the outdoor space for Adlington Primary, ensuring pupils can continue to enjoy hands-on learning for years to come.
Thank you to the whole team for getting involved!
