Funding Available f­­or Schools Impacted by Flooding

The Department for Education (DfE) is seeking applications for the upcoming 2025/2026 SuDS Schools Grant Scheme. This program is designed to reduce flooding from surface water on school grounds, easing the burden on local drainage systems and improving the learning environment of schools.

The DfE is willing to cover up to half of the total costs for SuDS projects, from small to large-scale features like planters, rain gardens, and swales, offering a significant opportunity for funding.

What types of projects can receive funding?

The DfE will consider funding for a variety of SuDS projects, including:

- Small: a mix of small, medium, and large SuDS features like planters.

- Medium: various types of planters, small rain gardens, and tree pits.

- Large: a variety of large features such as planters, tree pits, swales/detention basins, and medium to large rain gardens.

Who is eligible to apply?

You are eligible to apply for the SuDS in Schools grant funding if you are:

 - A Lead Local Flood Authority (LLFA).

- A Water Company.

- A Non-Profit Organization.

- A State Funded School in England, including Nursery, Primary, Secondary, and alternative provisions.

Funding Closing Date

4^th November

As a company that has specialised in sustainable landscaping and greening projects for 20 years, we have designed and construct our own SuDS planters in the UK, using sustainably grown Larch. Our unique designed SuDS planters maximise the water storage volume during high rainfall and storm conditions, as well as the allow the planting of species most suited to your area, including plants for use in school and curriculum activities. We also supply detailed advise and guidance.

Click HERE to find out more about our SuDS Planters.