Green Schools Network

Funded by Manchester City Council

This network supports schools to take climate action by sharing ideas, good practice and tackling problems that arise on the path to becoming more sustainable. This page includes a record of the events including the agenda, any resources created for the sessions and any relevant links that would complement the session.

These termly on-line events are open to all Manchester schools so if you would like to join the Green Schools Network mailing list email Raichael at coordinator@meen.org.uk

GSN 24th March 2026

James Ridgway from St Peter’s High School gave an in-depth description of how he used the Count Your Carbon tool to calculate the school’s carbon footprint - click here for the PowerPoint. 

Rai Lock from MEEN gave a presentation on the Curriculum Review and its likely impact on climate and sustainability education in England - click here for the PowerPoint.

Sarah Nuttall from St Augustine’s Primary School showcased the work of their Eco team.

GSN 27th November 2025

Louise Robson from Count Your Carbon, talked through the on-line process for recording your schools carbon footprint. She is available for support at louise.robson@keepbritaintidy.org - You can register your school on their website: https://www.countyourcarbon.org 

Arwa Marchant from St Margaret’s Primary School gave a presentation on the work of the Eco Team and their Wildlife Friendly Garden. 

Victoria Collier shared information on Climate Ed’s offer to deliver climate change education for KS2 pupils. For information: https://www.climateed.net or email northwest@climateed.net