LEADEN Hall School is delighted to have been awarded its fourth Green Flag award.

Since 2004 we have been teaching and encouraging our children, parents and staff to consider sustainability in all aspects of their lives. We achieved our first Green Flag from Eco Schools in 2008, our second in 2010 and our third in 2012.

Headmistress Julia Eager said: “Now that we have achieved our fourth Green Flag, we aim to apply for Ambassador Status. Reapplying for a Green Flag every two years ensures we keep on our toes because being ‘sustainable’ isn’t just ticking a box, it is a constant effort in our daily lives within our school and the wider community. It has made everyone in the whole community aware of what a difference being sustainable can make to our environment. The pupils drive the whole process forward and it is wonderful that they can see their efforts making a difference, whether it be charity work, recycling or responsible use of resources.

“Our current project is recycling Christmas cards to help the Woodland Trust plant more trees. We are aiming to beat last year’s record of 1,833 cards.”