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Climate Ed Action
A free, volunteer-led workshop programme supporting pupils to understand climate change and take practical action
Workshop
A free, volunteer-led workshop programme supporting pupils to understand climate change and take practical action
A free, volunteer-led workshop programme supporting pupils to understand climate change and take practical action. Sessions are designed to be fun, interactive and inspiring, helping pupils engage with real-world issues in a positive, solution-focused way.
What’s included
• A series of 5 1-hour workshops delivered weekly (can be reduced down if necessary).
• Designed for 1 class at a time (up to 30 students) in Years 4–6.
• Delivered in-school by local, trained, DBS-checked volunteers with expertise in climate change.
Why schools choose this programme
• Supports the Department for Education’s Climate Action Plan requirements
• Builds pupils’ understanding of global issues and sustainability
• Develops oracy skills and supports the Ofsted Personal Development framework
• Fully funded
What schools and pupils say
“Invaluable and should be taught in every primary school.” – St Paul’s Primary, Whitechapel
“Ofsted were intrigued and impressed with the opportunities it gave children to deepen their understanding of the world.” – St Mary of the Angels Catholic Primary, Westminster
“I want to do these workshops for the rest of my life!” – Pupil
“I would rate it 1,000,000 out of five.” – Pupil
Improve engagement, interest or enjoyment in STEM subjects
Improve attainment and progress in STEM subjects
Improve awareness and aspirations for STEM-related study and careers
Whichever curriculum your school follows, pupils should have the opportunity to carry out practical investigations in science that help them to develop their scientific skills. This experience builds the following enquiry skills:
The essential skills every young person needs to succeed in education and their future career. Find out more at the Skills Builder Partnership. This experience builds the following skills:
Leadership - Supporting, encouraging and motivating others to achieve a shared goal
Speaking - Transmitting information or ideas
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