Climate Action Plan

At Larkspur Community School, we believe every child deserves a future shaped by clean air, thriving nature and a healthy planet. As a school at the heart of our community, we recognise our responsibility to take meaningful climate action and to help our pupils understand the role they can play in creating positive change.

Our Climate Action Plan 2025–2026 sets out a clear, practical roadmap for reducing our environmental impact and embedding sustainability across school life. From improving the energy efficiency of our buildings to supporting pupils as environmental leaders, the plan brings together actions across teaching, curriculum, behaviour, operations and community partnerships.

The plan is built on three core principles:

  • Lead by example: We commit to managing our school responsibly, saving energy, reducing waste, improving our outdoor environment and making sustainable choices.
  • Learn together: Pupils, staff and families all play an active part in building a culture of sustainability, with learning woven through the curriculum and everyday school experiences.
  • Take measurable action: Our priorities are clear, achievable and monitored termly, ensuring progress is visible to our community and our goals stay ambitious.

This is not just a school policy, it is a collective pledge to inspire our pupils, protect our environment and prepare young people for the greener world they will inherit. We are proud to share our journey and look forward to working with our community to make a lasting difference.

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Eco Council

Each year, Larkspur Community Primary School selects a new Eco Council. This is team of pupils dedicated to making our school greener, cleaner and more environmentally responsible. Members from the previous year’s Eco Council are welcome to remain, with the approval of the newly formed committee, helping us maintain continuity and build on our successes.

The Eco Council works closely with the School Council. This ensures that pupil voice is strong and decisions made across school life reflect both wellbeing and sustainability. Together, they help ensure that every action we take contributes to a healthier planet and a more environmentally aware school community.

What the Eco Council Does

Our Eco Council meets regularly to discuss, plan and lead projects that focus on:

  • Improving and maintaining the school environment
    Keeping our grounds tidy, safe and welcoming for everyone.
  • Ensuring school decisions are ecologically sound
    Encouraging responsible choices and environmentally friendly practices in everything from energy use to classroom resources.
  • Raising awareness of global environmental issues
    Educating pupils and staff on topics such as single‑use plastics, carbon emissions and the importance of sustainable living.

Each year, the Eco Council also carries out a full environmental review of the school. This helps identify areas where we can make changes and move toward more sustainable alternatives.

Our Focus for the Spring Term

This term, the Eco Council is concentrating on two key actions:

1. Banning Single‑Use Plastics in School

Pupils are leading the way in helping us reduce unnecessary waste, encouraging everyone to switch to sustainable alternatives.

2. Promoting Reusable Water Bottles

We will be running a whole‑school competition to raise awareness and celebrate classes who make the biggest efforts to cut down on plastic use.