Reduce single-use plastics in primary schools
We have worked in partnership with Norfolk Recycles to bring a new initiative to help primary schools and pupils reduce their single-use plastic.
We understand that the idea of becoming single-use plastic free may seem a little overwhelming to begin with, so we’ve broken things down into manageable chunks that allow you to start recognising your progress very quickly.
Use our step-by-step charter
We provide a ‘Reduce Single-use charter’ with action targets that will help to guide you through the positive changes you can make to become increasingly single-use free.
As you work your way through these actions, you'll be rewarded for your commitment by achieving increasingly prestigious levels of our award, with the ultimate goal of earning the gold level by becoming as close to completely single-use free as possible.
Your school will receive a certificate for every four targets you complete, from Bronze through to Gold.
Download our 'Reduce single-use plastics school charter form'.
Request a resources pack
Complete our short form and we'll email a full pack to you with:
- background information
- resources to use in school
We will also arrange an introductory assembly or talk (if you have an eco-council) from one of our Waste Awareness and Education managers.
You can also download some helpful tips for how to implement the scheme at your school.
Grants to help with the costs
We realise that there are some up front costs associated with plastic alternatives, so we are offering schools who sign up, and need help a grant of up to £150, funded by Buckinghamshire Council.
Other tips
There are also lots of other useful tips on our site: