More than 90 new trees now stand on school grounds after pupils swapped classrooms for spades in a bid to grow a greener future.
Pupils at Cranbrook Education Campus rolled up their sleeves to plant over 90 saplings across the campus as part of ongoing efforts to promote environmental awareness and sustainability.
Members of the school’s Eco Team and Pay It Forward Team worked side by side to dig holes, position the young trees and learn more about the role trees play in supporting the environment.
The planting initiative builds on the school’s wider environmental work. Earlier this year, the campus was awarded a Bronze Award by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB).
(Credit : Submitted / Cranbrook Education Campus)
(Credit : Submitted / Cranbrook Education Campus)
(Credit : Submitted / Cranbrook Education Campus)
Cranbrook Education Campus, which is part of the Ted Wragg Trust, is working towards a goal of having a tree for every student. The long-term aim is to create a small woodland on site that reflects the school community while supporting local wildlife and wellbeing.
Stephen Farmer, Head of Campus at Cranbrook Education Campus, said: “Seeing our pupils out on the field with spades in hand, working together and taking real pride in improving their surroundings, is exactly what our school is all about.
“Their enthusiasm for helping the environment shows the strength of our community and the care our young people have for the world around them.”
Moira Marder, CEO of the Ted Wragg Trust, said: “This project is a wonderful example of how our schools empower young people to make a positive difference.
“By planting these trees, Cranbrook pupils are not only improving their campus but also helping to build a stronger, greener future for their community. It is inspiring to see young people leading the way.”
