Supporting children’s voices, wildlife education, and the future of gardening
The Classroom Garden, one of the most exciting and thought-provoking features at this year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show, is proud to announce FeatherSnap as an official sponsor for 2026.
Created by leading children’s gardening educator, Lee Connelly, and designer, Leigh Johnstone, The Classroom Garden places children’s voices at the heart of one of the world’s most prestigious horticultural events. The garden brings together education, creativity and nature, offering a powerful vision for how gardening can shape the future of learning.
At the core of the garden is a simple but vital message: Children must be connected to nature, and their voices must be heard. Through recorded audio, interactive elements and a unique classroom-meets-garden design, visitors will experience first-hand how children view gardening, wildlife and their role in caring for the planet.
The partnership with FeatherSnap strengthens this message by placing wildlife at the centre of the educational experience. Known for their innovative solar powered, wi-fi enabled smart bird feeders, FeatherSnap captures photos and videos of every feathered visitor in real time, making it easier than ever for families to discover, identify, and learn about garden birds. FeatherSnap’sinvolvement will help bring the unseen world of garden wildlife directly into the story of the garden.
This collaboration highlights the importance of wildlife in education. By giving children the opportunity to observe and connect with nature up close, tools like FeatherSnap, that blend smart technology with the joy of nature, inspire curiosity, responsibility and a deeper understanding of ecosystems.
Lee Connelly, The Children’s Gardening Coach, said:
“This garden is all about giving children a voice at the biggest gardening stage in the
world. Wildlife is a huge part of that story. When children can see and experience nature up close, it changes everything. FeatherSnap’s support allows us to bring that connection to life and show just how powerful it can be in education.”
FeatherSnap’s sponsorship also represents a shared commitment to inspiring the next generation. By supporting The Classroom Garden, they are helping to amplify children’s perspectives, champion outdoor learning and demonstrate how technology and nature can work together to engage young minds.
Cary Kessenich, Director of Brand Management, FeatherSnap, said:
“We are thrilled to be supporting Lee and Leigh, and it’s wonderful to have our smart bird feeder, FeatherSnap, in their Classroom Garden at such an iconic event in the UK. Feather Snap is all about making bird watching and wildlife observation accessible and engaging for everyone and is a fun activity that the whole family can enjoy together. FeatherSnap is a tool that connects nature, schools and science. So, whether it’s at home or in the classroom, FeatherSnap’s unique smart features, designed to engage and inspire curiosity, will help to encourage children to learn more about birdlife and the natural world around them. We can’t wait to see the birds that come to visit The Classroom Garden at Chelsea.”
Visitors to the garden will be able to see how wildlife, education and creativity come together in one immersive space, and how partnerships like this can help shape a more nature-connected future for children. The Classroom Garden will be on display throughout RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026, inviting visitors, educators and industry leaders to reflect on the role of gardening in education and the importance of listening to the next generation.
