How the Ecoschools Process Works

The Ecoschools scheme encourages the whole school community to get involved in improving the school, local and global environment.

For details of the different steps involved in the Ecoschools process, click the links below.

Step 1: Registration

The first stage in the Ecoschools process is registration. See this link for details or to register online.

Step 2: Form an Action Team

See this link to find out who to involve in the Action Team and what their roles are.

Step 3: Carry out an Environmental Review

This link contains details about what themes should be covered and what questions should be asked in the review.

Step 4: Developing an Action Plan

Find out how to develop an action plan based on the results of your environmental review.

Step 5: Adopt an Eco-Code for your school

Find out what your Eco-Code should cover and see some examples from other schools.

Step 6: Take Action

These pages give lots of advice on how to take action around the different Ecoschools themes. Our pages on these themes also contain useful local contacts to help you take action- click here to see them.

Step 7: Monitor and Review

Ideas to help you montior progress towards meeting your action plan targets.

Step 8: Apply for an Award

Find out about the requirements you need to meet in order to achieve the Bronze, Silver and Green Flag Awards, and how to apply for them

Step 9: Celebrate your Achievements!

Top Tips on how to celebrate your achievements & get good media coverage.