Queen Elizabeth's School Barnet Gains Green Flag
The school's sustainability programme and allotment have been recognised with a national award.
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Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet has received national recognition for its commitment to environmental education, being awarded the Eco-Schools Green Flag. This accolade celebrates the pupils' active involvement in sustainability initiatives across the school.
Sustainability Programme and Allotment
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The Green Flag award acknowledges the school's successful completion of the Eco-Schools Seven Steps framework, a structured approach to student-led environmental projects. A key element of the school's sustainability efforts is its allotment, which serves as a practical learning space. Here, students gain knowledge about organic food cultivation, the importance of biodiversity, community gardening practices, and the impact of plastic pollution.
Horticultural Achievements
In addition to the Green Flag, Queen Elizabeth's School has also advanced its horticultural standing. The school has moved from Level 1 to Level 2 in the Royal Horticultural Society’s School Gardening Awards. This progression has been supported by a £50 National Garden Gift Voucher, which the school intends to use for further development of its allotment and to broaden outdoor learning opportunities for its students.
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The school attributed its success to the dedication of both students and staff. Particular mention was made of maths teacher and allotment coordinator Nadeem Kydd, alongside biology teachers Gillian Ridge and Dr Sam, whose enthusiasm has been vital in developing the allotment project and encouraging student participation in environmental stewardship.
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+What does the Eco-Schools Green Flag award recognise?
The Eco-Schools Green Flag award recognises Queen Elizabeth's School's sustainability programme and its student-run allotment. It celebrates the school's completion of the Eco-Schools Seven Steps framework, highlighting active pupil involvement in environmental projects and practical learning about organic food cultivation and biodiversity.
+How has the school improved its horticultural achievements?
The school has progressed from Level 1 to Level 2 in the Royal Horticultural Society’s School Gardening Awards. This advancement was supported by a £50 National Garden Gift Voucher, which will help further develop the allotment and expand outdoor learning opportunities for students.
+Who has been key to the school’s environmental projects?
Maths teacher and allotment coordinator Nadeem Kydd, alongside biology teachers Gillian Ridge and Dr Sam, have been vital in developing the allotment project. Their enthusiasm has encouraged student participation in environmental stewardship, contributing significantly to the school’s success.
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