Schools

Groundwork Derby & Derbyshire works with schools to deliver innovative environmental education, transform school grounds and re-engage disaffected young people into education.

We offer a range of Alternative Curriculum activities, which can benefit pupils in many ways - from building respect for their local environment and wider community, to encouraging a sense of social responsibility.

We pride ourselves in our ability to deliver programmes which can also support wider initiatives, such as the Department for Education's National Framework for Sustainable Schools.

Our programmes link to wider regeneration activity and global issues where possible, and we strive to provide positive and new learning experiences by working in partnership. Environmental activities can be delivered on allotments, within school grounds or on local green spaces.

We engage pupils of all abilities, including those at risk of ‘dropping out’, offering practical ‘hands on’ activities such as food growing and recycling; and programmes such as Citizenship and Life Skills, promote self confidence and team work.

• Education Services for Schools

  

  Click here for information on our Education Services for Schools provided by Groundwork Derby & Derbyshire's Community & Environment team

• Environmental Audits

  

  Our Environmental Business Team and Community & Environment Team offer a wide range of Environmental Services specifically tailored for schools.

• Construction Opportunities KS3-4

  

  Groundwork Derby & Derbyshire are offering three Level 1 units from January 2012 in Brickwork - Level 1 Award in Skills Towards Enabling Progression (Step-UP) (QCF)

• Alternative Curriculum Programmes

  

  We use the environment to help re-engage pupils with education - both within the school grounds and outside of the usual educational system.

• Wild Derby Education Project

  

  We work with schools throughout the region to encourage them to make the most of their school grounds for the benefit of wildlife and the whole school community.

• Positive and Diversionary Activities for Young People 8–19 years old

  

  Positive and Diversionary Activities for Young People 8–19 years old available through Groundwork Derby & Derbyshire 2011/12

• Transforming School Grounds

  

  Are your school grounds providing an educational and healthy environment?