Eastbrook Forest
Tackling air pollution in industrialized East London.
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Eastbrook School continues SUGi’s efforts to rewild industrialized East London. The school is located in the dynamic borough of Barking and Dagenham, one of the most polluted parts of the city. The creation of a Miyawaki forest here has restored the soil, created a vibrant biodiversity corridor, and brought Nature closer for neighbors, families and the borough as a whole.
Students can observe rewilding in progress and the exploration of the forest supplements the studies of both primary and secondary school pupils. The dense planting of native trees also helps to reduce air pollution, creating a healthier atmosphere for the entire school community.
Forest Maker
James Godfrey-Faussett
Forest Partner
“Planting trees on school grounds has many benefits such as spreading environmental awareness to students, teachers and the wider community. This will help us all to understand the importance of a wildlife sanctuary and why it should be protected.”
Terri Suter, Year 8 Student, Eastbrook School
Forest Report: 2023
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Eastbrook forest stands as a testament to a successful and well-developed planting area. The overall health of the planting is showing robust growth and vitality.
A smaller band of planting is observed along an existing linear tree planting. However, it's important to highlight that this specific section is comparatively smaller than the overall and average planting size in the area. This is probably caused by the shadow from the existing tree line, affecting the growth dynamics of the vegetation in this particular zone.
Notably, the use of straw mulch is still present throughout the area. Oaks have been observed as the smallest species in the overall site.
Eastbrook forest has done well in growing healthy and thriving plants.
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Forest Report: 2022
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Planted just before the summer, this forest is establishing wonderfully. In particular, the crack willow (Salix fragilis), which is currently the tallest species in the forest, along with the dogwood (Cornus sanguinea) and wild cherry (Prunus avium), are doing well. Overall, all species seem to be growing happily.
Several species have resprouted after initial stress and die back - this is always a positive sign as the new growth put out by the saplings is highly resilient. This forest is providing real joy within the school community and is being well looked after by the students.
Biodiversity Notes:
“Allowing students to be part of a project that shows the impact of planting trees has on the school community and the diversity of life that emerges as it grows into a thriving ecosystem is truly exciting for us. At this pivotal time of climate change, Eastbrook School can be a model school to lead the way to increase the number of trees in our local community.”
Miss Arnill and Miss Hull, Teachers, Eastbrook School
Planting: March 2022
Other Forests Nearby
East London II — Natura Nostra Forest
Continuing the remediation of land in Dagenham.
Harmony Forest
A native forest and fruit orchard for students.
St Peter's Forest
A London school forest to combat traffic pollution.
