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The Big Bang Competition is open for entries! It inspires students to work together, problem solve and get creative with science, engineering and technology. New for this year, cel... -
When primary school children visit our site, pond dipping is the most loved activity. Preparing the pond and the space around it can be a time-consuming job; the area needs to be... -
Big Garden Birdwatch is the UK’s biggest citizen science wildlife survey. By taking part, you can help the RSPB understand how our garden birds are doing right now. https://w... -
Many pollinating insects contribute to the production of fruits, vegetables and flowers here in the United Kingdom. The main contributors include bumblebees, hoverflies, moths, but... -
The Fabric Futures group at Langton Girls’ is doing amazing work as seen in this document below. We post material from them so please look regularly to see their posts. http... -
Nettles are the larval food plant for several British butterflies such as the small tortoiseshell, red admiral and peacock. Small tortoiseshell Red admiral Peacock &n... -
Just a few more days to contribute to the Bugs matter survey. Just follow this link to find out how to take part: https://www.kentwildlifetrust.org.uk/get-involved/our-projects/bug... -
Find out how to create an aquatic ecosystem by reading Francesca’s guide: Creating an Aquatic Ecosystem (1) Day 1 Day 3 Day 6 ... -
Students at our school are able to use the wildlife area during their free time, and from April to October the grounds are at their most busy. Our work to increase biodiversity has... -
The Big STEM Challenge Welcome to The Big STEM Challenge, the ultimate inter-schools competition that’s all about inspiring and engaging young minds in Science, Technology, E... -
Earth day is celebrated annually on the 22nd April and is an important day for clim... -
From the 28th April to the 1st May, Wild Weekender by Save our Isles is an initiative to encourage people to sow and plant seeds in time for first bloom in the summer. Whether you ...
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“We now have a few short years during which we can still make a choice. Where just enough remains of the natural world for it to recover. This starts and ends with us.” Sir ...
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Deadwood is an important habitat for fungi, moss, invertebrates and all the amphibians, reptiles, small mammals and birds that feed on the communities of organisms that make their ... -
Planting more native trees is always a good idea if you want to increase biodiversity. A hedgerow contains hundreds of species and provides a wildlife corridor between habitats. Ho... -
Jacob, one of our sixth form students has embarked on a series of rewilding courses at Wildwood Kent. Read his account of his first day: One of our Big Grazers for Big Landscapes: ... -
Introduction: As we live in an ever-changing world and a throwaway society, items are often thrown away with little care or consideration for the environment. The soil is an impor... -
Are you passionate about the planet and conservation? Do you have any bright ideas on how to solve some of the environmental issues affecting us all right now? -
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Goat willow (also known as great sallow or pussy willow) is a great addition to school grounds because it is free. easy to grow and will increase biodiversity. Hardwood cuttings ca... -
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If you are trying to increase biodiversity in your school grounds, making sure there is a nectar source for insects throughout the months they are active is essential. Donations of... -
Top tips for increasing biodiversity in schools with little space ... -
Are you interested in contributing to discussions on scientific, social and political responses to the climate crisis? We are interested in working with young people aged 16-24 to... -
Dark green fritillary Violets are common and widespread throughout the UK so why plant them? Violets are the foodplant of many native Fritillary butterfly caterpillars including Pe... -
Palm Bay Primary School’s idea was to create a list of simple weekly challenges that the children could complete and hopefully adopt into their daily routines, to become a ha... -
Join millions of people around the world taking action on the SDGs, to show that we can #FlipTheScript for people and the planet. -
Let’s Go Zero is the national campaign uniting teachers, pupils, parents and their schools as they all work together to be zero carbon by 2030. Visit their website -
In 2019, Kent College officially became an Eco School by being awarded The Green Flag from Eco-Schools . The Eco-Schools organisation is designed to empower students to be the cha... -
A collaborative community hub to bring together creative arts and sciences in the promotion of Nature, Diversity and Innovation. We aim to create a unique space for community creat... -
The Royal Forestry Society is running a competition. The challenge is to design an Eco Wood Kiln to help dry wood and reduce pollution. It is also a great opportunity for pupils to... -
#DECARBONIZE ART4CLIMATE is an annual international art contest hosted by TakingITGlobal and the Centre for Global Education. The goal of Art4Climate is to encourage creativity fro... -
Lavender is a good nectar source for bees and butterflies and a great way to increase ...
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