Why do we have an Eco Council?
The Eco Council gives our pupils a valuable chance to take an active role in how Wells-next-the-Sea Primary and Nursery School is run and, importantly, to help make it more environmentally friendly. The Council benefits the whole school community by providing pupils with a voice. They can share their ideas, express concerns, and influence key decisions. Through their involvement, committee members develop important skills such as confidence, communication, and negotiation. Each representative is responsible for sharing both their own views and those of their classmates.

Who can join the Eco Committee?
Any child from Years 1–6 is welcome to volunteer and become part of the Eco Council.

What do we do?
The WPNS Eco Council meets regularly to explore ways to make our school greener. As a child-led group, we set our own goals and choose projects based on what matters most to the pupils.

This year, the Eco Council aims to:

·        Monitor the school’s energy use

·        Improve our paper recycling systems

·        Increase biodiversity around the school

·        Promote healthy living

·        Encourage the whole school to take part in environmental activities such as beach cleans

·        Work toward Eco Schools accreditation

This year we are also collaborating closely with Holkham Estate. Through this partnership, pupils can see real-life Eco initiatives, such as biodiversity projects, waste reduction, and carbon-footprint reduction, brought to life.

 

 

 

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