RHS Young School Gardener of the Year 2016

Alice Smallman
6 years old from St Mary's CE Primary School, Kingswinford
KS1/P1-2 Finalist

About Alice

Alice has attended the Gardening Club at school since being in Reception in 2015 and hasn’t missed a session! Amongst other skills, Alice has learnt how to sow seeds, plant potatoes, harvest crops and attract wildlife. Alice shows great joy and enthusiasm for the outdoors, works co-operatively with other members of the club and is a real inspiration for the adults and children around her.

Judges' comments

“It’s great to see someone so young being such a wonderful gardener – keep going!”

“Alice impressed us all with her enthusiasm and commitment – well done for being the youngest and longest standing gardening club member.”

“Alice is a bright young person benefiting from the fantastic support of her Grandad and school. We are all looking forward to seeing her future achievements.”

Alice's entry video