Schools and Settings
School grounds are not just for the school day - they can also play an important part in extending community use of schools.

In many locations, the school grounds provide the main, or even the only, outdoor space that can be used safely by the local community for sports and other activities - increasing this use can help regenerate and strengthen communities.
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Schools in the community

Projects which include community access often find it easier to raise funding. Consider whether your grounds could be used as a local park, providing social areas and leisure opportunities if these are in short supply in your neighbourhood.
 
Secondary schools often find it hard to involve parents actively in the life of the school. Your school grounds project can provide an opportunity for parents to contribute their practical skills, as well as their opinions about the grounds. A skills survey will uncover ways that your project can be helped – providing a free feast at an end-of-work barbecue will often be incentive enough!
 
Who else in your community might be able to help with your project?
 
·      Local businesses might be able to provide advice, funding, free or discounted materials, or labour as part of staff development or community involvement programmes.
·      Your local council will be a source of advice on health and safety, planning requirements and funding.
·     Voluntary groups and charities such as BTCV, Groundwork or the Wildlife Trust can provide technical advice, and may be able to work directly with you.
·     Local media – newspapers, radio and TV – will be interested in helping you to celebrate your achievements.