Climate Action Plan
At St Mary’s Cockerton CE Primary School, our commitment to sustainability and climate action is rooted in our Christian vision “to be the hands and feet of Jesus.” Guided by this, we strive to care for God’s creation and act as responsible global neighbours. Through this a clear action plan, we aim to reduce our environmental impact, build climate awareness and inspire our school community to live sustainably. By weaving these values into our curriculum, daily practices, and decision-making, we seek to lead by example and make a positive difference locally and globally.
| Objective | Action | Success Criteria | Due date | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Establish clear sustainability leadership including pupil leadership and voice | Appoint a Sustainability Lead, create the Think Global Act (TGAL) Local group | Lead and group in place Weekly after school meetings | Oct 2025 | Headteacher |
| Embed sustainability in school strategy | Add climate & sustainability to School Development Plan (SDP) | Sustainability is a standing item in SDP with progress reported to termly governing body meetings | July 2026 | Headteacher |
| Integrate climate change and sustainability into teaching | Map current curriculum for opportunities (science, geography, PSHE), develop age-appropriate learning outcomes for EYFS–Y6, share good practice through staff meetings | All year groups deliver at least 1 sustainability-themed unit per year | July 2026 | Curriculum Leads, Class Teachers |
| Reduce energy use and carbon footprint | Implement “Switch Off” campaign | 5% reduction in energy use | July 2026 | All staff TGAL |
| Improve waste & resource management | Introduce clear recycling bins in every room, compost food waste from lunches | 50% of waste diverted from landfill by 2028 | July 2028 | All staff |
| Increase biodiversity on school grounds | Conduct a biodiversity audit with pupils, create wildlife-friendly areas, plant native trees or hedges | Wildlife areas established; annual increase in species recorded | July 2028 | Sustainability Lead TGAL |
| Track progress towards sustainability goals | Display eco achievements in school, apply for Eco-Schools Green Flag or equivalent | Eco-Schools Green Flag or equivalent award achieved | July 2028 | Sustainability Lead |
It didn’t rain!!!!!🎉What a wonderful afternoon for the KS2 Sports Day - thanks to everyone for coming, to the children for their tremendous participation and all the adults who made it run so well. ... See MoreSee Less
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KS2 SPORTS DAY IS ON!!!!
The 'fresh breeze' forecast for today will further dry out the field and the chance of rain this morning is relatively low, so we should be ok. Perhaps bring an umbrella just in case!! ... See MoreSee Less
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Our very first Nursery Sports Day!!! They all did so well - it was difficult to get photos but here are a few action shots! ... See MoreSee Less
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***RECEPTION/KS1 SPORTS DAY CANCELLED***
With the amount of rain overnight and the forecast for this morning there’s no way we can hold Sports Day today for Reception and Classes 1 and 2. 😔 🌧️ We’ll be in touch about a new date.
Nursery’s will still go ahead but inside - tea / coffee from 8.30am for parents/carers while the children get ready.
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We're all hoping for dry weather for Sports Days on Tuesday and Wednesday - please see the email that has been sent with all the information for Reception to Year 6, and Class Dojo for information for Nursery. ... See MoreSee Less
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You'll see the weather changing in these photos but it didn't spoil the traditional end of SATs ice-cream treat!
Well deserved by children and staff alike! ... See MoreSee Less
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