Recycling at school is easy and it can also significantly reduce the amount of rubbish your school throws away, which saves money in collection charges. Some recycling schemes can even generate a small income for the school, or you could opt to support a charity with the proceeds.
North London boroughs offer free recycling collections for schools. Councils can also provide schools with recycling boxes, and on request, arrange educational visits. Please contact your local council if your school is interested in receiving any of these services.
Learning about recycling and actively using recycling facilities at school is an exciting way to enrich the curriculum.
The
Recycle Now website provides primary and secondary school staff with information, advice and activities to guide you through the process of setting up and maintaining effective recycling schemes, and taking a whole school approach to recycling.