EAS School Workshops - 2025/2026

Environmental & Sustainability Workshops for Schools

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council is delighted to support schools in promoting Environmental awareness and Climate action through fun, practical and useful workshops and initiatives.

Below is a selection of programmes funded by the Council and delivered by experienced facilitators with expertise in environmental education.

While all schools are welcome to apply, places are limited and early registration is encouraged for programmes of interest.

The programmess cater for a wide range of ages and class levels, from Primary to Secondary and cover a variety of environmental themes designed to inspire students, encourage positive action and raise awareness of key sustainability issues. Further information on each programme, including eligibility and registration details, can be found below. 

For general enquires, please email: envaware@dlrcoco.ie

Primary Schools

Picker Pals

Introduction:
Picker Pals is a fun, action-based litter-picking programme for primary schools. Each week, a child takes home a Picker Pack and goes on a litter-picking adventure with their family, then shares their experience with the class.

Ages: Junior and senior infants to 2nd class (Primary)

Themes Covered:

• Litter awareness, Community action, Environmental responsibility

Delivery Method:

• Hybrid – classroom materials (books, songs, activities) + home-based litter-picking with family

Deadline: Rolling applications (early registration recommended for September start)

Website: https://pickerpalsworld.org/
Register your interest online: https://pickerpalsworld.org/sign-up/

Composting & Recycling for Schools

Introduction:

This programme helps schools set up effective waste management systems and teaches students how to compost and recycle properly. It includes online workshops, access to a treasure trove of resources and classroom learning activities and 2 school site visits with in-person support.

Ages: Primary and Secondary schools

Themes Covered:

• Waste prevention, Composting, Recycling, Circular economy, Gardening and Biodiversity

Delivery Method:

• Hybrid – Online workshops and teacher training, In person visits and workshops. Voucher for materials on competition. Teacher Certificate two-part video series for staff and student committees; optional facilitator support

Deadline: September (date TBC)

Website: Schools - Composting Ireland
Register your interest by filling out short survey on their website: Schools - Composting Ireland

Let’s Fix Fashion

Introduction:
A youth-led initiative focused on repairing, reusing, and rethinking fashion. Workshops promote activism and practical skills like mending and upcycling.

Ages: Any school actively participating in

Themes Covered:

• Circular Economy, Repair and reuse, Responsible Consumption, Climate justice

Delivery Method:
In-person workshops + community events + optional clothes swap kits

Deadline: Rolling programme; early booking advised

Website: Let’s Fix Fashion | Join | Green-Schools

Register your interest online: Let’s Fix Fashion | Join | Green-Schools
 

Secondary Schools

ReLove Fashion

Introduction:
A sustainable fashion competition for secondary schools encouraging students to design outfits using reused materials. Finalists receive workshops from the Rediscovery Centre.

Themes Covered:

• Sustainable fashion, Upcycling, Textile reuse, Climate action

Delivery Method:
National Fashion Competition. School-led design with mentoring + in-person workshops for finalists

Intended Demographic:
Transition Year and Senior Cycle students (Secondary)

Deadline: Registration opens in September; competition deadlines TBC

Website: https://www.relovefashion.ie/
Register your interest online: https://marketing.rediscoverycentre.ie/relove-fashion-register-your-interest_25/26

Rubbish Film Festival

Introduction:

The Rubbish Film Festival is a creative competition for Transition Year secondary school students. It challenges young people to produce short, one-minute films that explore litter, waste, and sustainability, while developing their digital storytelling skills.

Ages: Transition Year students (Secondary)

Themes Covered:

• Waste prevention, Responsible consumption, Climate awareness, Digital storytelling, SDGS 12, 13, 11.

Delivery Method:
Hybrid remote/in-person workshops + remote mentoring + school-led film production

Deadline: Applications open in September, deadline TBC

Website: https://rubbishfilmfestival.com/
Register your interest on their website: Take Part - Rubbish Film Festival

Composting & Recycling for Schools

Introduction:

This programme helps schools set up effective waste management systems and teaches students how to compost and recycle properly. It includes online workshops, access to a treasure trove of resources and classroom learning activities and 2 school site visits with in-person support.

Ages: Primary and Secondary schools

Themes Covered:

• Waste prevention, Composting, Recycling, Circular economy, Gardening and Biodiversity

Delivery Method:
Hybrid – Online workshops and teacher training, In person visits and workshops. Voucher for materials on competition. Teacher Certificate two-part video series for staff and student committees; optional facilitator support

Deadline: September (date TBC)

Website: Schools - Composting Ireland
Register your interest by filling out short survey on their website: Schools - Composting Ireland

 Let’s Fix Fashion

Introduction:
A youth-led initiative focused on repairing, reusing, and rethinking fashion. Workshops promote activism and practical skills like mending and upcycling.

Ages: Any school actively participating in

Themes Covered:

• Circular Economy, Repair and reuse, Responsible Consumption, Climate justice

Delivery Method:
In-person workshops + community events + optional clothes swap kits

Deadline: Rolling programme; early booking advised

Website: Let’s Fix Fashion | Join | Green-Schools

Register your interest online: Let’s Fix Fashion | Join | Green-Schools