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Ark Schools Green Screens

Transforming School Environments: Green screens for Ark Schools

Ark Franklin Primary Academy and Ark Walworth Academy encompasses over 450 meters of lush green screens featuring ivy (Hedera helix ‘Woerner’ supplied by Mobilane) and jasmine, alongside sensory planting, planters, benches, living walls, and more. The greening initiative has transformed the school environments, providing students with a vibrant and engaging connection to nature.

These projects form part of our long-term partnership with Ark schools across London.

By integrating nature into the schools’ urban environments we delivered:

Pollution Mitigation

The installation of dense green screens around the perimeter serves as a natural barrier to absorb pollutants.

Efficient Design

Combining greening elements like sensory beds, living walls, and planters maximised the available space while creating functional and aesthetic features.

Sustainable Irrigation

A CAT 5 break tank and pump system ensures consistent and efficient watering of all planted features.

Nature-Centric Learning

The outdoor learning area and sensory planting were designed to inspire exploration, creativity, and relaxation for the students.

The Ark Franklin Primary and Ark Walworth Academy project has transformed the school environments into vibrant green havens:

Health Benefits

The green screens significantly reduce air pollution, creating a cleaner and safer environment for students and staff.

Enhanced Learning

The outdoor learning space encourages interaction with nature, fostering creativity and curiosity.

Wellbeing

The sensory planting and green features support mental health and emotional wellbeing, offering children a calming escape within their school grounds.

Community Pride

The project has enhanced the school’s visual appeal and set an example of sustainable urban design for the local community.

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Ark Franklin Primary Academy, Ark Walworth Academy, Southwark Council and Brent Council

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