What is a sensory garden?
A sensory garden invites exploration of nature through all the senses. It is designed for all visitors, with consideration for the wide range of challenges and learning styles of those with special needs.
Our garden will include:
• wheelchair access
• raised flower beds
• a variety of leaf textures, colors, and shapes
• a variety of surfaces
• water, music, and art features
The Outdoor Classroom
Learning outside opens the door to understanding how our actions impact our environment. Our multisensory garden will provide an extensive teaching resource for all grade levels. Learning will occur across the curriculum, including topics such as native plants and animals, weather, ecosystems, and conservation.
Highlights of the sensory space
• It is open to the communities of Stonington and Pawcatuck.
• It provides a designated outdoor classroom accessible to all students.
• It provides an inviting space to learn, play, explore, and relax.
• It lends itself to hands-on learning and interdisciplinary projects.
• It provides universal access and experiences that appeal to all the senses.
Location and Directions
The West Vine Community Sensory Learning Space is located in Pawcatuck, Connecticut, at the West Vine Street School at 17 West Vine Street.
