Eco-Schools programme
The Eco-Schools programme is a pupil lead environmental education framework aimed to increase awareness about local and global environmental issues.
The programme is open to all educational establishments (private & public – early year, primary, secondary,colleges and SEND) in Hackney.
The programme:
- inspires and empowers pupils to take charge of their future through environmental projects and leadership activities
- raises awareness about local and global environmental issues
- improves the whole school environment
- creates financial savings
- involves the whole school and wider community in environmental awareness projects
Support and guidance
As part of the Eco-School Programme we will:
- guide and mentor schools through the Eco-School Programme – from the start of the programme all the way to achieving the internationally recognised Green Flag Award
- conduct school infrastructure and waste audits with Eco Teams to help improve waste management practices
- work with Eco-Teams to create and inspire positive change within the school through positive activities and projects
- provide communication materials and training and support to help recycling capture and reduce contamination
- on completion of the Eco-School Programme, pay the final assessment fees and provide a financial reward towards an eco-related product and/or service
We are so proud of our Eco-School projects.
Watch the Future Climate Scientist video produced by the eco-warriors from Grazebrook Primary School and the amazing recycling video produced by the eco-warriors from Queensbridge Primary School.
Read Eco-School achievements and success – 2022 to 2023 academic year (google doc).
For more information on how to participate in the Eco-School Programme, contact greenerhackney@hackney.gov.uk or 020 8356 4508.