‘Garden-based learning for kids’

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 recommends integrating environmental education into school or college curricula to raise awareness on water conservation, waste management and the importance of hygiene.

The policy emphasises skill-based learning and vocational training for green jobs in sectors like renewable energy, sustainable agriculture and waste management, improving employability in the green economy.

With Eco Clubs recommended for schools and colleges, the educational institutions are being encouraged to adopt sustainable campus practices, such as reducing their carbon footprint, conserving water and using energy-efficient technologies.

We have created Ragreen World, a botanical park on our campus. Learning comes alive when children experience it. A garden teaches in ways that a classroom simply can’t. When children trace the journey of food from the soil to their plate, they naturally pick up responsibility, patience, and a gentle respect for nature. The moment they touch the soil, notice a tiny sprout pushing its way up, or care for a plant with their own hands, something deeper happens—they build a connection with the earth that no textbook can ever replace.

The space not only nurtures several species of medicinal, native plants but also has a hydroponic nursery and laboratory, a greenhouse and pond for agriculture research and learning basis.

To add a touch of wonder to garden adventures, we have created something very special — the Doll Museum in nature. In this open garden space, dolls from over 80 countries greet children with colours, textures and stories from around the world.

And now, to make this experience even more meaningful, AGC Agro Farm invites all parents, students and school communities to pay a visit.

It is an opportunity to explore global cultures, understand the magic of nature-based learning and see how creativity and curiosity grow together in an open garden environment.

Schools are also welcome to register for our garden-based learning programme —a thoughtfully designed educational experience that helps children learn through hands-on exploration, storytelling, and meaningful interaction with nature.

Through garden-based learning, students not only gain knowledge but also develop empathy, environmental awareness and a sense of belonging to the world around them.

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