2024
The King’s School, Gloucester
Green Action Takers
Wales & West
UK Champion 2024 &
Regional Champion 2024
Green Action Takers
The King's School has demonstrated exceptional dedication to environmental stewardship over the past year. Their Eco Committee's initiatives, including meat-free lunches and Zero Photocopying Day, showcase a genuine commitment to nurturing our world. It's truly inspiring to witness the profound impact these young environmental champions have made.
At the heart of the school's success is its dynamic Eco Committee, which has spearheaded a diverse range of activities, inspiring all 200 pupils to take action. Their initiatives include:
Collecting crisp packets for The Iron Man project, creating survival blankets for the homeless
Launching an anti-idling campaign to reduce vehicle emissions during school drop-offs and pick-ups
Cultivating vegetables and propagating plants for classrooms
Creating wildlife habitats, including log piles, a hedgehog house, bird feeders, and a bug hotel
Sharing eco-friendly tips with families and the wider community
Advocating for environmental change through letters to local officials
Organising 'Stride or Ride Week,' encouraging sustainable transportation and engaging over 1,400 local participants
As UK Champions, the King’s School has received £2,000 to further their educational initiatives..