Ideas and Tips for Designing Sensory Gardens
When it comes to sensory gardens, installing a creative outdoor learning space is possible for any school size. At PlayCare, we can help you design the perfect sensory garden to suit your requirements and provide a quality installation service.
What You Can Expect from PlayCare Regarding a Sensory Garden Installation
We have extensive playground design and installation experience, which includes:
- Team of talented designers: Whether you have a large, small or awkward shaped space, our team of skilled designers have the knowledge and resources to create a custom garden. We make the best use of your outdoor space and meet the needs of those who will use the garden.
- Premium materials: We have access to a large selection of materials and products to create a unique garden for your school, play centre or kindergarten. Our company sources playground certified materials to ensure children can play safely. We commit to using Australian-made products and supporting local plant growers.
- Quality installation: Our professional installers are certified tradespeople and provide a quality installation service. We have done a range of unique outdoor play areas that are safe, fun, engaging and low maintenance.
Tips for Designing a School Sensory Garden
Consider these tips for designing and installing your sensory garden:
- Choose the right location and design: A sensory garden can be any size, shape and design. Ensure that your garden design and materials meet your requirements for the intended use of your sensory site. Consider what type of students you have that will use the space, and plan accordingly, for example, if you have children in wheelchairs, you need to make wider pathways.
- Incorporate all the senses: A professional garden designer can show you creative ways to engage the five senses that are fun, inviting and simple. Raised planters are ideal for school gardens as they are low maintenance make an impressive visual impact when filled with various shades of green. You can incorporate scented flowers and herbs to stimulate smell. Stone pavers and timber beams are ideal for touch as they can be rough, smooth or grooved and are easy to install as pathways or decks. You can plant tall trees that make a sound in the wind or hang wind chimes for children to hear.
- Think about maintenance: Ensure that your garden is low maintenance to minimise the need for care over the holidays. Alternatively, if you have senior students at your school, you can consider a work experience program where they help to maintain the sensory garden.
Why Should You Use PlayCare?
We create a custom garden design that makes the best use of your outdoor area. Our company has been in the industry for more than 15 years, and we maintain high design and construction standards. We install premium materials and ensure that our projects comply with Australian playground safety standards. Our friendly and skilled professionals give knowledgeable advice and will assist you in selecting the best resources for your garden project. Contact us today for a custom sensory garden design and installation.