Scottish Water created a new garden space at Redhall School, for all the children who are educated there to enjoy.
The new garden has been landscaped following the completion of Scottish Water’s project to mitigate sewer flooding in the area.
During the works the utility company used the space in the Redhall grounds as a compound, and now it has been turned into a bright garden area. There are benches, planters and a large grassed area for the 72 students at the school to use. The garden was made possible by the generous support of Scottish Waters alliance partner George Leslie Ltd, who carried out this project on Scottish Water’s behalf. The school teaches children with complex additional support needs, and the new garden has been welcomed.
Charlotte Chiswick, Head Teacher of Redhall School said: “The area is going to mean a huge amount to the staff and pupils. For the staff to have a place like this to take a break with a colleague, will be wonderful. The pupils will be able to use the planters to grow their own vegetables and plants and make use of the space for outdoor games. It’s a great addition to the school.
“Scottish Water and George Leslie have demonstrated a commendable commitment to the community by not only improving the local infrastructure but also by enriching the educational resources available to Redhall School.”
Isaac Hagan, Scottish Water’s Project Manager said: “The flooding project, which took about a year to complete was to build a flood retention wall and upgrade the sewer network to help several residents who have been affected by flooding.
“We had a good working relationship with the local school throughout this project, and it has been a deeply satisfying experience to be able to give something back to them following our work.
“This project shows the positive impact that can be achieved when organisations and communities work together with a shared vision.”
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