Eco-Committee

We are proud to announce that we have achieved our Green Flag for five years running. Each year, we have included a new topic to work on, which strengthens our status as an Eco-School. 

Our focus topics this year: 

This academic year, our school has made meaningful progress in promoting sustainability, with a clear focus on Energy, Water, and Biodiversity. 

• Energy - we supported the transition to low-carbon transport by installing on-site electric vehicle chargers. Our eco-committee were invited to attended the Net Zero Conference, aligning our efforts with Newcastle City Council’s ambition to become carbon neutral. 

• Water – as water conservation remains an emerging area of focus, our green space and gardening initiatives have raised awareness of responsible water use and supported the natural water cycle within our school grounds. Following a series of lessons with Water Wise, pupils conducted a water survey across our school site and identified potential water saving opportunities. 

• Biodiversity - we planted a variety of spring bulbs across the school grounds, creating a more vibrant and wildlife-friendly environment. We also developed a dedicated green space and allotment, which now supports hands-on learning and contributes to our biodiversity goals. Our new Parent Garden Club is actively involved in maintaining these spaces and nurturing our growing projects. 

Our Year 4 pupils contributed to a cleaner environment by participating in the Big Spring Clean, conducting a litter pick to care for our local surroundings. We also ran a Fair Trade Focus Week to highlight the importance of ethical consumer choices and global sustainability. In addition, ongoing recycling programs for toner cartridges, paper, and pens have helped reduce waste and promote a greener approach to resource use. Together, these efforts reflect our school’s continued commitment to environmental responsibility and inspire our community to live more sustainably. All of our pupils also learn about sustainable living and world-wide environmental issues during their BRAVE curriculum. 

What can you do? 

Save energy at home: 

• Turn off lights and electronics when not in use. 

• Use energy-efficient LED bulbs and involve children in monitoring energy use (e.g., checking who remembered to turn off the TV). 

Conserve water: 

• Encourage shorter showers and turning off taps while brushing teeth. 

• Set up a water butt in the garden to collect rainwater for watering plants. 

Create a wildlife friendly space or balcony: 

• Plant wildflowers, bee-friendly plants, or herbs to attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. 

• Add a bird feeder, bug hotel, or a shallow dish for water to support local wildlife. 

Reduce, reuse, recycle: 

• Set up a home recycling station for paper, plastic, batteries, and ink cartridges. 

• Reuse items for crafts or garden use (e.g., yogurt pots for seed planting). 

Shop and eat sustainably: 

• Choose Fair Trade or locally-sourced products when shopping. 

• Involve children in growing their own food—even a few pots of lettuce or tomatoes can make a difference and teach sustainability. 

These small steps at home help reinforce what pupils learn at school and build a stronger eco-conscious community. 

What Next? 

As we look ahead, we will continue to build on our strong foundation of environmentally-friendly daily routines focused on energy, water, and biodiversity. These practices are now a natural part of school life and help us all care for our planet every day. 

Next year, we’re excited to explore a new environmental topic, which will be chosen by our Eco-Committee following an Environmental Review in September 2025. This children-led process ensures that our focus remains relevant and meaningful to our school community. 

Our Eco-Committee has worked incredibly hard this year and has especially enjoyed learning outdoors and enhancing our green spaces. Their efforts mean all children have more opportunities to have fun, explore nature, and connect with the environment around them.