The Priory Learning Trust are passionate about creating a more sustainable environment for our pupils and their future. Our staff and pupils at Primary School Academy have taken on this ambition and are continually working hard to seek out and implement new and environmentally-friendly solutions.

In July 2024 we were proud to receive the eco-schools Green Flag award. This was a great recognition of all the great work that has taken place at our site and our ongoing commitment to Sustainability.

2024 – 2025 

Yippee! We’ve successfully received an Eco-Schools Green Flag Award for 2024 – 2025! Take a look at our lovely feedback.

Rather than a select group forming our Eco Committee, this year our whole school is our Eco Committee! Take a look at what each class has been up to this year to ensure that we are protecting our environment and world.

Heron Class 

Our Herons have been making use of our outside areas throughout the school year, taking their lessons outside to take advantage of natural light and fresh air. We are extremely lucky at Pawlett to have large beautiful grounds that offer different natural elements for us to explore, as well as our playground which is useful for chalking on and practising our maths!

Heron Class have also been working hard on producing a gorgeous potting garden. Not only have they grown strawberries and radishes to eat, they’ve also provided a welcoming garden for our insect friends. We’ve seen lots of different insects including Bumble Bees, Dragonflies, Butterflies and Ladybugs.

In DT, Heron class have been learning about different ways to use fruit and veg so that it doesn’t get wasted. They made some delicious smoothies!

Heron visited Maundrils Farm in West Huntspill to learn all about organic farming and what food grows around us.

 

Kestrel Class 

Our Kestrels have also been taking advantage of our outdoor areas and have been exploring the school grounds as Scientists, exploring micro habitats and what creatures live there.

Mr Rosser and his class have also become keen litter pickers, determined to keep our school grounds clear of litter.

In DT and art, Kestrels have been using recycled materials to create abstract maps and Ferris Wheels.

Buzzard Class 

Our Buzzards have been super busy this year, taking part in lots of different activities to look after our environment and school community.

Some of our Buzzards have trained to be Peer Mentors, putting their skills to support other children if they are feeling emotional  or just need a friend.

Buzzard Class also like to get outside for reading and to keep our garden looking fresh and well nourished.

Throughout the year, Buzzard Class has taken part in workshops including RSPCA and learning how to care for domestic animals, and Bikeability which develops childrens confidence in cycling on the road, thus encouraging more children to cycle to school.

 

 

Green Initiatives in Action

2024 – 2025 school year 

– The three areas identified by the Eco School as areas for improvement were Marine, Transport and School Grounds.

– Termly Pre-loved uniform stall to encourage families to reuse and recycle preloved uniform.

– Taking lessons outside to make use of our school grounds, improve mental health and get more fresh air.

– Recycle more single use plastics and stop them going to landfill and ending up polluting our oceans and rivers.