The government has today announced its plan for putting the environment and climate change at the heart of education. The full announcement can be viewed here.

Commenting, Neil Leitch, chief executive of the Early Years Alliance, said: 

“We firmly believe that children and young people should be at the heart of tackling climate change and improving the sustainability of our planet, and so we welcome the news that this vital issue is to receive a greater focus within the Department for Education.

“There is no doubt that the early years has a crucial role to play in ensuring that the next generation has a strong sense of social and environmental responsibility, and we know that many nurseries, pre-schools and childminders are already leading the way when it comes to climate and sustainability education.

“As such, we hope that the DfE will use and build upon the excellent practice already taking place in our sector, alongside that of schools and further education providers, as it develops this important initiative.”