Anita Croft

Gardening offers neurodiverse children opportunities to learn, connect, and thrive. Through simple, hands-on activities, tamariki build confidence, social skills, and emotional wellbeing while discovering the joy of growing and nurturing living things together.

Inclusive garden design supports neurodiverse tamariki by creating spaces that nurture calm, curiosity, and connection. With sensory-friendly plants, accessible layouts, visual supports, and opportunities for choice, gardens become places where every child can participate, regulate emotions, and grow with confidence.

Gardening offers neurodiverse tamariki a calm, inclusive space to explore, connect, and grow. Through sensory experiences, gentle routines, and shared discoveries, children build confidence, regulate emotions, and develop important life skills – making the garden a powerful place for learning and belonging.