Volunteers transform outdoor play space

VOLUNTEERS from Cabot Learning Federation schools joined together to transform a neglected play space for children.

The team fixed rotten raised beds, cut grass and put in plants at the Snowdon Village Nest, a centre for primary school-aged pupils who are struggling with mainstream school due to social, emotional or mental health problems based on the Frome Vale Academy site in Frenchay Road.

Members of the federation's estates and professional services took part in the one-day project which is expected to be the first in a series of CLF volunteer days, where people take a break from Nest centre lead Hope Allen said: "Many of our disadvantaged learners have limited access to outdoor spaces.

"The work that has been carried out by the volunteer team will ensure our children have a safe and inviting outdoor area.

"It will provide opportunities and learning that lots of our children are not able to experience outside of school."