EAS School Workshops - 2025/2026

A guide to the fully funded environmental workshops and facilitators available to Primary and Secondary Schools in dlr.

Expressions of interest open now!

Environmental & Sustainability Workshops for Schools

Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council are excited to support schools in the education of Environmental and Climate awareness through fun, practical and useful workshops and initiatives. Find below a list of the workshops funded by the Council and delivered by expert facilitators. All schools are welcome to apply, but with limited supply, we encourage schools act quick for programs of interest!

The programs accommodate a range of classes and ages from Primary to Secondary as well as a spread of themes to capture your students interests and raise awareness on important themes. Below you will find details on how to register your interest for each program. For general enquires email: Envaware@dlrcoco.ie

Primary Schools

Picker Pals

 

Picker pals logo surronded by images of happy kids completing litter picks and posing

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

 

compost and recycling for schools logo above cartoon kids playing and composting

Introduction:
This programme helps schools set up effective waste management systems and teaches students how to compost and recycle properly. It includes video guides and optional in-person support.

Ages: Primary and Secondary schools

 

Themes Covered:

  • Waste segregation, Composting, Recycling, Circular economy

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

 

previous lets fix fashion entries posing in their entries

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

 

Let’s Fix Fashion

 

previous lets fix fashion entries posing in their entries

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

 

 

ReLove Fashion

 

Previous entries to ReLove Competition on mannequins

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

 

Rubbish film awards winners holding up their awards

Introduction:
A creative competition for secondary school students to produce short films on litter, waste, and sustainability. Schools receive guidance and support to help students develop their entries.

Ages: Transition Year students (Secondary)

Themes Covered:

  • Waste prevention, Responsible consumption, Climate awareness, Digital storytelling

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

 

compost and recycling for schools logo above cartoon kids playing and composting

Introduction:
This programme helps schools set up effective waste management systems and teaches students how to compost and recycle properly. It includes video guides and optional in-person support.

Ages: Primary and Secondary schools

 

Themes Covered:

  • Waste segregation, Composting, Recycling, Circular economy

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

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