Sustainability at Vine Tree
Our Vision
At Vine Tree Primary School, we are committed to creating a sustainable environment that nurtures our pupils, supports our community, and protects the planet for future generations. Sustainability is embedded within our curriculum, daily operations, and school culture — empowering children to take responsibility for their world.
Our Five Core Values in Action
- Respect
We respect our environment by:
- Reducing waste and promoting recycling across the school.
- Caring for our school grounds and local community spaces.
- Encouraging children to respect natural resources, wildlife, and habitats.
- Include
We include everyone in our sustainability journey by:
- Ensuring that all pupils have a voice in eco-initiatives through our School Council.
- Making sustainability accessible and meaningful for every child, regardless of background or ability.
- Working with parents, governors, and the wider community to share sustainable practices.
- Treat Fairly
We treat people and the planet fairly by:
- Making ethical choices in school purchasing (e.g., Fairtrade, local suppliers).
- Promoting fairness and global citizenship through curriculum themes and assemblies.
- Considering social and environmental impact in all school decisions.
- Enjoy
We enjoy learning about and engaging with nature by:
- Using our outdoor spaces to support learning and wellbeing.
- Organising activities such as gardening, wellbeing areas and nature walks.
- Celebrating sustainability through themed events like Earth Day, Eco Week and Walk to School Week.
- Learn
We learn about sustainability and climate change by:
- Embedding environmental education across all curriculum areas.
- Developing pupils’ understanding of energy use, waste reduction, and biodiversity.
- Preparing children to become responsible global citizens who understand their role in protecting the planet.
Recycling Monitors:
At Vine Tree we have a dedicated group of children responsible for recycling each week.
Meet the team: