A haven of peace has been opened at a Shaftesbury school.The new Peace Garden at Shaftesbury Abbey Primary School was funded by the PTFA. It is set out in the shape of the school’s logo in a beautiful position in the school grounds.

Head teacher Michael Salisbury said: “It will be a place where children can go to be quiet and peaceful during the busy school day. There are four beds, each one representing one of our school values, Community (edible plants), Care (nectar cafe for the insects), Creativity (colourful plants) and Confidence (sensory garden).“

The children had a special day where they brought in plants and all got to plant a bulb and sprinkle some meadow seed in the bare areas you can see in the photo.” The garden was officially opened by PTFA chair Sarah Adams, with a blessing from Rev Mary Ridgewell. The picture also shows Ed Denham (Chair of Governors) and Sarah Junor (Chief fundraiser) and Year Six pupils.

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