Children at Happy Days Nursery Droitwich recently took part in a litter pick around their nursery car park, supporting both the Eco-Schools programme and Global Recycling Day.
Working together to tidy the area, the children showed great enthusiasm as they collected and sorted litter. Along the way, they discussed recycling, why it is important to look after the environment, and how even small actions can make a big difference.
These hands-on experiences are an important part of helping children build a real understanding of the world around them. By learning through doing, they are able to connect ideas such as sustainability and environmental responsibility to real-life actions.
The activity also supported the development of teamwork, responsibility and a sense of pride in their surroundings. As they moved, collected and sorted materials, the children were also developing important physical skills in a meaningful and engaging way.
The litter pick forms part of the nursery’s involvement in the Eco-Schools programme, a global initiative engaging millions of children across 67 countries. Across all of our nurseries, we work towards achieving Eco-Schools Green Flag accreditation each year, following a seven-step framework that encourages children to take an active role in caring for their environment.
Through this programme, children develop their understanding of important environmental issues while gaining the skills and knowledge needed to help protect the planet, both now and in the future.
We are very proud of the children at Happy Days Nursery Droitwich and their growing awareness of how they can make a positive impact on the world around them.