Our Green School Committee has been very busy over the past number of weeks as we continue working towards renewing our Green School Flag. It has been fantastic to see such enthusiasm and involvement from pupils and staff across the whole school.
We began by reviewing and updating our Green School Statement, ensuring it reflects our current goals and commitment to caring for our environment. Alongside this, we introduced a whole school Daily Swaps Challenge, encouraging small but meaningful changes such as using reusable bottles, reducing waste, and switching off lights when not in use.
Our litter picking rota is now back up and running, with classes taking turns to help keep our school grounds clean and tidy. We have also ensured that every classroom is equipped with recycling (green) bins and general waste (black) bins, helping everyone to dispose of waste correctly.
The committee has carried out waste audits to identify what we are doing well and where we can improve. As a result, we are currently rolling out and reestablishing our composting system to reduce food waste as well as battery boxes being rehomed around the school.
In addition, we have updated our Green School signage throughout the building to promote awareness and support positive habits. Pupils have been actively involved in campaigns, discussions, and activities, helping to build a strong sense of environmental responsibility.
We are very proud of the progress made so far and look forward to continuing our efforts throughout the year. Together, we are working to make our school a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable place for everyone.
