CHANGEMAKERS
Here at Patcham Infant School, we believe passionately in looking after our planet and being nature protectors.
We were delighted to join the Brighton and Hove Climate Change, Sustainability and Environmental Education Programme - Our City Our World project in 2023 and have been able to make some significant changes to our curriculum, teaching and grounds.
The vision of Our City Our World is ‘To use the power of education to advance environmental literacy and social engagement to contribute to a more equitable and sustainable future. We will work with young people, educators, community organisations, the council and relevant partners to promote a just and sustainable city where environmental and social responsibility drive individual, institutional, and community choices.’ And this vison really resonates with preparing our children for the future.
Why not take a look at the OCOW website for further information about the programme
https://www.ourcityourworld.co.uk/our-city-our-world/
We've selected inspirational books to excite, spark interest in the natural world and encourage us all to make small changes and inspire others to do the same.
During our Wellbeing week in July 2024, children spent the day working with Al Start to write our very own song about being a Changemaker - I'm sure you'll agree they really did a fantastic job and it's a delight to hear children singing this all over the school!
During that same week, children had their curriculum enriched further with Dance sessions, linked to their current changemaker focus, opportunities to take all their learning outside and had a visit from one of of favourite author and graphic designer, Owen Davey. Everyone who visited during that week were local and we were proud to support the amazing local talent and ensure they didn't have too far to travel! Owen even decided to come o the train to really show his green credentials.
