Sponsored by Cork County and Cork City Councils the Annual Cork Schools Garden  competition is open to all primary schools in Cork   who have a school garden or are in the process of developing one. 

Cork School Garden Competition

Who Can Enter

Cork Schools Garden  competition is open to all primary schools in Cork   who have a school garden or are in the process of developing one.

The Annual School Gardencompetition is open to primary schools in Cork  City and County  only.

We encourage full-school participation where possible, including students, teachers, SNA’s, office staff, caretakers and parents

The entry must be approved by the school principal. 

This year we will be looking closely at:

1. The learning experience of the students.

2. Food production in the Garden

3. Biodiversity in the Garden

4. Upcycling of used materials in the Garden 

5. Overall Impression of the Garden 

It's that time of year again. Time to be thinking about planning your garden for 2026.

If you have previously entered and wish to enter this year please use this link  Cork School Garden Competition 2026 Official Entry Form – Fill in form Entries close Good Friday

If you have not previously entered and are thinking about entering for 2026 please register your Primary School before Jan 31st 26 in order to be kept up to date about this year's Competition.

Cork School Garden 2025/26 Expression of Interest – Fill in form it just takes a minute or two.

You can fill in the form using the link above or you can scan the QR code below.

Once you have filled in this form we will get back to you with further details.

Please feel free to share this email with other primary schools in your area or beyond. (open to primary schools in Cork County or City only)