Sustainability Education for Primary Children with Climate Education Consultant Edd Moore

Take 1: Create Eco Warriors

• Appoint an Eco Lead Teacher and an eco representative from each class.
• Audit current practice and create an annual action plan.
• Work towards the internationally recognised Eco-Schools Green Flag.

Take 2: Build a Sustainable Culture

• Encourage staff to model sustainable choices, including reusable products, waste-free lunches and greener travel.
• Make school and parent-led events sustainable.
• Share clear sustainability expectations with families.

Take 3: Lead Environmental Projects

• Focus on one topic at a time, such as waste, energy, biodiversity or transport.
• Use the 8Rs: Rethink, Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Refill, Repair, Repurpose and Recycle.
• Reduce packaging and food waste through supplier engagement, monitoring and composting.

Take 4: Involve the Community

• Involve pupils in growing fruit and vegetables and maintaining a school garden.
• Make and sell sustainable products at local markets and events.
• Use these projects to build practical skills and community connections.

Take 5: Embed Sustainability in the Curriculum

• Use enquiry-based learning to explore real environmental questions.
• Connect sustainability across different subjects.
• Create an action group involving pupils, schools, businesses, councillors and environmental organisations.

Links

Learn more: ecoedd.com

Connect with Edd: linkedin.com/in/edd-moore-a0369b86