Our City Our World at BPS
We are proud to be a part of the Our City, Our World project, pioneered in Brighton and Hove. Through the programme, we have a different focus each term on a two-year rolling cycle: Energy, Biodiversity, Consumption and Waste, Travel, Water, and Food.
So far, we have taken measures to dramatically reduce the use of energy in school through changes in habits and routines. We are increasing the biodiversity on our grounds by developing ‘no mow’ and wild areas, as well as launching a project to plant native trees during the autumn term of 2025.
We are also working on changes to our menus, promoting greener travel options, and reducing waste—including waste related to uniforms and packaging.
During the summer of 2025, we carried out an overview survey to calculate our carbon footprint by area. Though some of the data was based on assumptions, it has given a clear indication of the areas we need to work on as we continue our journey towards net zero CO₂.
Lost Property
Our lost property box is kept outside the front office for parents to access before and after school. When the box is full, parents will be given 1 week's notice before the box is emptied. We follow the following guidelines when deciding what to do with the contents:
RETURN - any named items will be returned to children
REUSE – any unnamed school uniform that we can use in school will be kept for children who need it in an emergency
RESELL – uniform that is in good condition and unnamed will be passed to the PTA for the second-hand sale. Non-school uniform, and any other items that are in good condition, will be taken to a charity shop
RECYCLE – clothing that is unnamed and not in good condition will be taken to a textile recycling point
REFUSE – any remaining items will be disposed of in the general waste
The BPS Eco Council
The Eco-council supports the whole school in developing their knowledge and environmental awareness. The committee is made up of children from each class from Y1 up to Y6. Children are on the council for a 2 year term, so that they can see their changes in action.
The children meet regularly to discuss various key topics such as: marine, biodiversity, energy, litter, waste, water, school grounds, healthy living, transport, and global citizenship. They work alongside staff on achieving the Our City Our World aims each term.