Educational Program For Children in K4 – Third Grade.

Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve is offering educational program in accordance with the South Carolina Science Academic Standards for children in K4 - Third Grade.

A dynamic and professionally written curriculum has been created specifically for Hatcher Garden and Woodland Preserve. This curriculum includes activities and instructional guidelines to be used prior to fieldtrips in the garden, as well as follow up activities to be used in the classroom after the visit to the garden.

In addition, trained education guides will accompany your group as you explore the garden and integrate the many fun activities specifically designed for your age group.

In order to make your school related field trip safer and more structured, please be aware that the following guidelines and safety procedures have been implemented.

• Schools are required to make a reservation and schedule an education guide at least two (2) weeks prior to the arrival date.


   School groups will no longer be permitted to tour
   the garden without a reservation and a scheduled
   education guide.


• There will be a $3.00 fee per student (minimum of 18 students). There will be no charge for adult chaperones or teachers.



• The curriculum will be mailed / emailed to the teacher when the reservation is confirmed.



• A non-refundable $25 deposit will be required to reserve a date and education guide; in the event of inclement weather, please contact the Hatcher Garden office to reschedule your visit.