Independent prep school for boys age 3-13

Sustainability

Committing to Sustainable Practices

Rooted in Responsibility

The importance of sustainability and environmental issues are embedded in our core curriculum across all years. We make use of our vast grounds and varied clubs to extend this focus. We are always looking for ways to improve our eco-credentials, introducing initiatives such as extended recycling schemes, swapping to a green energy supplier, tree-planting on site, reducing energy use, saving water and encouraging boys to walk to school or to use our extensive transport route service.

Recycling

Our whole Beacon Community are encouraged to become more sustainable. Recycling bins are sited around the school for our pupils and staff to recycle paper, food, glass and batteries. Our kitchen teams are committed to improving our sustainability, and all our waste is recycled. As most of our food is cooked on site using local ingredients, our requirement for packaging is reduced. However, 100% of our plastic packaging is now fully recyclable or biodegradable. The boys have also been encouraged to recycle books, shoes and clothes through various charities.

Eco Council

Our Eco Council comprises of twelve pupils and several members of staff who meet several times each term to develop green ideas and to plan initiatives and campaigns. They help inspire and motivate the whole Beacon Community through local litter picks, recycling schemes and sharing green top tips in our weekly Newsletter. Recent initiatives have included encouraging parents to turn off their car engines when collecting their sons at the end of the school day, making bug hotels and bird boxes, the development of a tranquil nature garden, and the planting of perennials to encourage a wide range of birds and insects.

Kitchen Gardens

Planting, growing and cooking with our own herbs and vegetables are a great way for all our pupils to get more involved in our bid to be sustainable. In Pre-Prep, children are proud to grow their own peas, tomatoes, beans and potatoes in the Pre-Prep Garden, while our pupils in Year 3 chose to plant a variety of different herbs, learning about plant life-cycles at the same time. Our Mindful Gardening Club, which takes place in our Kitchen Garden area is a fabulous opportunity for all pupils in Years 4-8 to get involved.

Cooking & Nutrition

Cooking & Nutrition lessons have a strong educational and practical focus on sustainability. Boys in Years 4-8 learn about climate change affecting food production and explore how to use leftover vegetables and meat to make a quick meal solution. House points are awarded to children who demonstrate sustainability in the home.

Electric Charging Points

We are pleased to offer electrical charging points on site here at The Beacon, available to all parents and staff. If you would like to use them, you need to register via the App providing your first and last name, along with your email address to [email protected].
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Healthy Eating

Exploring flavours & fuelling futures

We are committed to providing our boys and girls with nutritious, exciting, well-balanced food, using fresh and locally-sourced ingredients all created on site. Our goal is to instil an appreciation and understanding of fresh, healthy food at a young age that will positively influence children throughout their life. The Beacon is strictly a nut-free and sesame-free school.
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Friday 6th March - The Beacon is delighted to now register girls and boys!