About Sustainable Schools
Shaped on a model of partnerships and collaboration, the Sustainable Schools Programme enables educators to instill in learners a sense of responsibility and a “Can Do” attitude in caring for themselves, others, and the planet.
About
The Sustainable Schools Programme, developed by Nature Connect, is an exciting initiative designed to bridge the gaps in Environmental Education (EE) and Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) in South African schools. By giving educators the tools, resources, and hands-on support they need, we’re helping to grow a generation of eco-conscious citizens who not only understand the ins and outs of sustainability, but are eager to lead the charge for positive change.
What makes Sustainable Schools stand out? Personalised coaching, a blend of in-person and online training, and a supportive community of like-minded people ready to collaborate!
Sustainable Schools Framework
Operating within the following core framework, the Sustainable Schools Programme utilises a number of Key Features in order to guide and support a school’s sustainability journey. These Key Features are applicable in the classroom, the wider community and everywhere in between, and are employed to support whole school participation in a continuous learning, action, reflection and adaptation process.
Becoming a Sustainable School
Every school is unique in terms of where it’s placed, the community that surrounds it, and its distinct biodiversity. The Sustainable Schools Programme takes local relevance into consideration in partnering with each school to create a custom plan to achieve do-able goals when it comes to environmental sustainability.
Along a school’s journey toward sustainability educators and learners will connect with and explore their environment, spearheading the planning, design and action-taking opportunities. This is done in collaboration with your communities, stakeholders, and with the support of a dedicated School Coordinator.
More Information
For more information, download and read the following documents:
The Team
The Sustainable Schools Programme is led by a team of passionate individuals with a host of backgrounds ranging from conservation and education through to psychology and social science.
The Nature Connect team is the force behind the Sustainable Schools Programme and Hub! Having developed the Programme, we also coordinate and deliver support to all registered schools. It is the dream to expand the Programme across every province and beyond our borders, so that all learners from all schools everywhere can benefit.
