Earth is magic. Let’s GROW!
SuperValu and GIY are passionate about supporting homegrown fruit and veg, now and for the future. The more homegrown our food is, the better for everyone. That’s why we have teamed up to deliver Let’s GROW, a free initiative enabling 50,000 kids across Ireland to develop food literacy and experience the wonder of growing your own food.
The SuperValu Let’s GROW Kits will be delivered directly to your school in early March in time for spring planting.
Each kit includes:
- 5x seed varieties (Cress, Peas, Salad Leaves, Sunflowers and ‘Purple Queen’ French Beans)
- 32x compostable pots
- 32x magic compost discs
- 1x resource booklet with growing guides, lessons and activities
- Loads more classroom goodies!
There’s a world of magic beneath our feet just waiting to be discovered. From small seeds, great food will grow. We all just need to get our hands dirty.
Teacher Resources:
Missed out on a classroom growing kit? All of our resources are FREE to download so you can grow along and join the fun.
Compost Disc Instructions
SuperValu Let’s GROW Resource Book (English):
SuperValu Let’s GROW Leabhar Acmhainní (As gaeilge):
Registrations are now closed.
Selected schools have now been contacted.
Please note: By registering your interest it is not guaranteed that you will receive a kit. Kits are distributed on a first come, first served basis (whilst stock lasts), and limited to 2 classroom kit per school.
FAQs about the SuperValu Let’s GROW Campaign
- What is SuperValu Let’s GROW? SuperValu Let’s GROW is a partnership between SuperValu and the social enterprise GIY (Grow It Yourself). Launched on February 8th, 2023, it aims to bring homegrown food into classrooms across Ireland by providing tools and resources for 50,000 students to learn how to grow food at school.
- Who is behind the campaign? The campaign is a collaborative effort between SuperValu, a grocery retailer passionate about fresh food, and GIY, a not-for-profit social enterprise focused on promoting homegrown produce and food literacy education.
- What does the pack include? The pack includes everything schools need to start growing their own vegetables, such as seeds for cress, peas, salad leaves, ‘Purple Queen’ French beans, and sunflowers. It also provides compost discs, pots for growing, and teacher resource packs with curriculum-linked lesson plans and activities.
- How does SuperValu Let’s GROW benefit schools and students? SuperValu Let’s GROW aims to promote food literacy education by providing students with the tools and knowledge to grow their own food. This hands-on experience not only teaches valuable skills but also fosters a greater curiosity and understanding of food production.
- How can schools participate? Primary schools across Ireland are encouraged to register online. By registering, schools can receive a free classroom growing kit while supplies last.
- What support is offered to teachers? The SuperValu Let’s GROW pack includes expert GIY resource booklets with growing guides, lessons, and activities. These resources are designed to support teachers in incorporating food growing and literacy education into their classrooms.
- Is there a social media hashtag? Yes, use the hashtag #SuperValuLetsGROW to share your experiences and progress on social media platforms.
If you have any questions please contact letsgrow@giy.ie
