St Fergus’ Primary School has become the first school in Renfrewshire to achieve 10 Eco-Schools Green Flag awards.
The Eco-Schools Green Flag is awarded through a two-year programme that recognises schools for their commitment to learning about and protecting the environment.
Pupils and staff marked the milestone with a Wear It Green day. Children took part in eco activities including litter picking, planting seeds and creating posters about the environment. Primary 5 pupils also made pledges outlining small changes they can make to help protect the planet.
The celebrations followed years of work by pupils and staff to encourage care for the environment.
Class teacher Charlene Pirrie said: “We are absolutely delighted. Achieving our 10th Eco-Schools Green Flag is a truly special milestone for our school. The children have led the way with their incredible enthusiasm and dedication to look after the planet.
“We couldn’t be prouder of our students’ commitment to protecting the environment. They’ve shown that small change can make a big difference. We see this work as an expression of God’s love in action, caring for the world we’ve been given and for one another.”
Councillor Emma Rodden, Education Convener for Renfrewshire Council, said: “Everyone should be incredibly proud of this fantastic achievement. To become the first school in Renfrewshire to achieve 10 Eco-Schools Green Flag awards is a real milestone. It reflects the years of hard work and commitment from pupils, staff, and the wider school community.
“It’s great to see young people taking such an active role in protecting the environment. Learning about small acts of change will make a big difference. What St Fergus’ do is a fantastic example of how schools can inspire positive change.”
Photo: Gustas, a pupil in St Fergus’ Primary School’s Eco-Committee.
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Photo: Pupils and staff at St Fergus’ Primary School with the Eco-Schools Green Flag banner.
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Photo: St Fergus’ Primary School Eco-Committee.
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Photo: St Fergus’ Primary School Eco-Committee.
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Photo: St Fergus’ Primary School Eco-Committee.
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Photo: A St Fergus’ Primary School pupil showing off eco work.
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Photo: A St Fergus’ Primary School pupil with an Earth Day poster.
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Photo: St Fergus’ Primary School pupils decorating plant pots for seeds.
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Photo: St Fergus’ Primary School pupils decorating plant pots for seeds.
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Photo: St Fergus’ Primary School pupils decorating plant pots for seeds.
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Photo: St Fergus’ Primary School pupils taking part in a litter pick.
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Photo: St Fergus’ Primary School pupils working on an Earth Day poster.
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Photo: St Fergus’ Primary School pupils working on an Earth Day poster.
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Photo: St Fergus’ Primary School pupils working on an eco project.
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