Here at CJS we value our outdoor space as a fabulous resource to enhance our learning and be a welcome space to support our mental health.

We have been working hard to improve our grounds, working closely with members of the Parish council, clearing areas, planting and improving the biodiversity of the grounds so they become a magnet for local wildlife to in habit.

Work began in August 2024 to clear the pond area, with the help from a local company, making the area attractive to wildlife and safe and inviting for children to have lessons in the area. We now have a fantastic area with a great observation shelter for children to use during lessons.

In February 2025, over 100 trees were planted around the grounds, with our children being responsible for watering and nurturing these young saplings, so they can grow into strong trees in the future.

Our Rangers, who have volunteered to be champions for our grounds,  teamed up with Rachel Ritchie from Petersfield Climate Action Network. They have been lucky enough to take part in a range of activities, such as carbon capturing, abundance counts and habitat making. This inspired the Rangers to run an assembly to encourage all of our pupils to take responsibility and look after what we have. This has resulted in children litter picking during their break times.