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 |
Class Newsletters with curriculum information and dates for the Summer Term will be coming home with the children in the next few days, but I wanted to give you early notice of the dates for this year's Sports Days.
With the unpredictable nature of our weather, we are holding our Sports Days slightly earlier this year so that if we do have to postpone we have enough time to find an alternative date later in the term. Also, the weather in May is often lovely and not quite as hot as it can potentially get in June/July.
The dates are as follow:
Nursery: Tuesday 19th May 9.00am - parents and carers are invited to come in for a tea or coffee at 8.30am while the children get ready for their Sports Day which will run from 9.00am to approximately 9.45am.
Reception, Class One and Class Two: Tuesday 19th May from 1.30pm until hometime
Classes Three, Four, Five and Six: Wednesday 20th May from 1.30pm until hometime
More information will be sent home nearer the time, fingers crossed the weather is fine! ... See MoreSee Less
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Class 5 have been looking at the design and structure of bridges in DT. They are now trying to recreate some of the world's most famous bridges, thinking carefully about the shapes involved.... with mixed success! ... See MoreSee Less
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Please share this if you know any Early Career Teachers who would be interested in joining our fabulous school! ... See MoreSee Less
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For one reason or another, Amber couldn't be awarded her Gold Token until today - she was actually nominated way back on 13th March! ... See MoreSee Less
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We are looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow ready for the start of the Summer Term.
A reminder that the changes to the timings of the school day begin tomorrow for children in Reception to Year 6 (no changes for Nursery).
At 8.40am the playground and Reception gates will open. All the children will say goodbye to their adults at the gate and will walk straight into school to get into class for registration at 8.50am.
The gates will close promptly at 8.50am.
Any children arriving after that time will need to be taken to the main entrance by an adult who will be asked for the reason for their lateness. Up to 9.00am this will be marked in the register as 'Late' but after 9.20am it will be marked as 'Unauthorised absence'.
Hometime arrangements will not change, except that the end of the school will be 3.20pm with the playground gates opening at 3.15pm.
Teachers will not be available to talk to before school as they will be with the children, but messages can be left with the member of staff at the gate or at the office. ... See MoreSee Less
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A very warm welcome to all the families joining our school community today on Primary School Place Offer Day! We are delighted that so many of you will be starting this exciting journey with us. We can’t wait to meet you and your children, and to share all the learning, friendships and opportunities ahead. Welcome to our school family! ... See MoreSee Less
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Happy Easter everyone ... See MoreSee Less
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After a thorough sort out, only 5 of the 70 items in the Lost Property Box are named - these will be washed and returned to their owners after the Easter holiday.
That left 2 coats, 3 caps, 8 pairs of gloves, 1 pair of tights, 4 hats, 15 school jumpers and 32 cardigans which have all been donated to the School Uniform Exchange run by Darlington Borough Council and Darlington Cares
PLEASE name items before the children return to school after Easter ... See MoreSee Less
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We have decided the best date for the postponed Easter Disco is Thursday 14th May which will double as a celebration for the children in Year 6 who will finish their SATs that morning!!
Any tickets already purchased will be transferred. ... See MoreSee Less
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