Overview
Kingsham Primary School has set a benchmark for sustainability by achieving Ambassador status in the West Sussex Planet Protector Challenge for 2023-24. Through student-led initiatives and community engagement, the school has successfully embedded sustainability into daily school life.

Key Achievements

• Energy Savings: Reduced energy use by 192 kWh, saving £65.28 and cutting 17 kg of carbon emissions.
• Food Waste Reduction: Prevented 204 kg of food waste, redistributing fresh food through UK Harvest.
• Recycling Success:
• Recycled 14 kg of batteries, earning £30 in book vouchers.
• Collected 147 kg of textiles, generating funds for the school.
• Hosted a toy swap and tombola, raising £75 and encouraging reuse.
• Community Impact:
• Diverted 243 pieces of litter from the local environment.
• Hosted a Recycle It Right assembly with West Sussex County Council, ensuring students understand local recycling guidelines.
• Water Conservation: Saved 1,885 litres of water through student-led conservation efforts.
• Rewards and Recognition: Achieved Ambassador School status, doubling their recycling rewards and earning an additional £230.

Kingsham used the Planet Protector Challenge to structure its sustainability efforts, engage students, and track its impact using the Eco-Savings Account. Resources like assembly packs, stickers, and lesson plans helped reinforce sustainability messages across the school.

Teacher Perspective
"The Green Gang has been the driving force behind our success. Their passion for sustainability has inspired the whole school community to take action." – Dawn Tarrant, Sustainability Lead, Kingsham Primary

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