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Pre-Project Garden Survey— Schools & Learning Communities
This short reflection will help us understand how to best align your garden project with curriculum goals, student capacity, and staff bandwidth.
How may we reach you?
1. What’s prompting interest in garden support at your school right now? (Check any that apply)
1. What’s prompting interest in garden support at your school right now? (Check any that apply)
Revitalizing an existing but underused garden space
Supporting hands-on science, ecology, or outdoor learning
Increasing student engagement and stewardship
Creating a calmer, more connected outdoor environment
Supporting staff with practical garden systems
Other
2. Which age groups would primarily use the garden? (Check all that apply)
2. Which age groups would primarily use the garden? (Check all that apply)
Early childhood (Preschool)
Elementary (TK–5)
Middle school (6–8)
High school (9–12)
Mixed ages / whole school
After-school or enrichment programs
Families
3. How is the garden currently used?
(Choose the closest)
3. How is the garden currently used?(Choose the closest)
Regularly integrated into learning
Occasionally used, but inconsistently
Rarely used or difficult to access
Present but not actively maintained
Not sure — open to assessment
4. What kinds of garden elements would best support your school?
(Check any that feel appropriate)
4. What kinds of garden elements would best support your school?(Check any that feel appropriate)
Pollinator or native plant learning areas
Herb or food gardens tied to curriculum
Simple planting and seasonal care projects
Areas for imaginative play
Observation, journaling, and nature connection
Long-term stewardship students can return to
Outdoor classroom space or seating areas
5. What level of staff involvement feels realistic?
5. What level of staff involvement feels realistic?
Minimal — the garden should be low-maintenance
Some involvement with clear guidance
Integrated into classroom or garden days
Supported by parent or volunteer help
We're Interested in ongoing Green Seed Arts support
6. Are there logistical, safety, or accessibility considerations to be aware of?
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7. When you imagine this garden a year from now, what do you hope students gain from it?
8. Anything else you’d like me to know about your school culture, rhythms, or hopes for this space?
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