Five pupils at Cranbrook Education Campus’s Eco-Club represented the school at the Met Office’s Climate Camp.

The day included a tour of the innovative building, meeting staff in climate-focused roles such as climatologists, and taking part in hands-on workshops that explored practical ways to tackle climate change and promote sustainability.

The visit inspired pupils to think about ways to make their school more environmentally sustainable, building on projects already underway at Cranbrook Education Campus (CEC). Before Christmas, pupils planted over 90 new trees across the campus, and they have been getting involved with the nearby Elbury Farm woodland project, working with the National Trust to plant trees and help shape the developing woodland.

As part of the Ted Wragg Trust, CEC encourages pupils to care for their environment and understand the impact of their actions. Through these initiatives, pupils gain hands-on experience of sustainability and conservation, putting the school’s environmental values into action both on campus and beyond.

Stephen Farmer, Head of Campus at Cranbrook Education Campus, said:

“Our pupils really threw themselves into every part of the Climate Camp, from exploring the labs to the hands-on workshops. They came back buzzing with ideas about how to make CEC even more sustainable, and it’s wonderful to see their enthusiasm translate into action on campus and beyond.”

Moira Marder, CEO of the Ted Wragg Trust, said:

“We are proud of the pupils at Cranbrook for taking an active role in environmental projects both on campus and in the local area. Hands-on experiences like these help young people understand the importance of caring for the world around them and the positive impact they can have within their community.”