At The British School in The Netherlands, we advocate and encourage our community to make more environmentally friendly choices. As an international school, we carry this responsibility—because fighting climate change starts with educating the next generation right from when they first start school.
How can you help your child to make a positive difference?
Instil a Love of Nature
Spending time outdoors develops an appreciation for nature, helps children understand their place in the world and connect to something larger than themselves.
At BSN Junior School campuses, our youngest students enjoy free access to outdoor learning spaces and explore nature in weekly Forest Schools lessons
Encourage Action
Talk to your child about their individual choices and model ways to help take care of our planet. Encourage them to look at what they can do to make a difference to their environment. Here are some examples based on what our Junior School students are doing:
Small Steps to Make a Big Impact
Climate change requires large-scale action, but we will all enjoy a brighter future by empowering children to get involved and make sustainable choices.
A version of this blog first appeared in the Spring-Summer 2022 edition of Access.