Faculty Kindergarten with Special Care in Prague 6
We transformed the previously barren space into several beautiful thematic corners, blending the world of imagination and free play. The kindergarten garden on Arabská Street becomes, both literally and figuratively, a journey where children learn independence, self‑reliance, and courage.
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What we achieved
We helped turn architects' designs into reality. As a result, the kindergarten garden now includes a forest, a grove, an area called the edible wilderness, a courtyard, a crafting zone, and a cherry orchard. Notable features include a prominent wooden ship in the sandbox, an outdoor classroom table, a tipi, gazebos, scooter paths, and a playhouse with a slide. The concept of the garden as a "journey into the world" is reflected in its layout. Children are free to choose their activities; from a safe courtyard with an apple tree, circular bench, water feature, and herb beds, they venture through meadows and fields into an increasingly wild forest landscape.
„Working with the Foundation on the garden transformation has fundamentally – and quite literally – changed the space between the school pavilions, allowing for the creation of a little paradise courtyard with an apple tree, herb beds, and a well. We've gained a beautiful place for children, parents, and everyone involved in whole‑school events to come together. A forest and a cherry orchard were planted, a field was established, and every day we witness how the forest grows, how the young cherry trees grow stronger, and we harvest the crops with the children. We’re reaping what we’ve sown :)“
Faculty Kindergarden with Special Care Director
Garden Renovation
2013–2015
Area
6,500 m²
Project Selection
Grant Call 2013
Design Authors
Martina Kárová, Ladislav Soukup, Michal Micl Novotný
Total Cost
44,000 EUR
Foundation's Financial Support
32,000 EUR
More about the transformation
The Faculty Kindergarten with Special Care succeeded in the grant call 2013. Out of 54 applicants, 10 were selected, with five receiving support for architectural designs and five for construction work. The school also secured additional funds for the garden through the regularly held benefit festival Du Nazahra Du, supported by the Prague 6 Municipal Office.
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