Green schools
The Green Heart Schools program supports students and schools to become more ecologically sustainable. There are a number of resources available to teachers and students. Register to be a Green Heart school and be alerted to Green Heart events, new resources and to receive the quarterly Green Heart Schools eNews.
School events and competitions
From sustainable competitions like Big Strides Little Steps, to art and public speaking, learn how you and your school can participate in our sustainability competitions to win great prizes.
Subscribe to Green Heart Schools eNews
Register for Green Heart Schools eNews to keep informed of the latest school news, events and competitions. Topics include:
- visits to Brisbane’s natural areas
- creative ways for your class to reduce its carbon footprint
- enhancing your local environment
Free travel with Green Heart Schools
Apply for sponsored travel on your next school excursion to Council's environmental learning facilities.
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Environmental learning
Council's environmental and cultural learning programs are designed for school, tertiary and community groups.
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Free trees for schools
Primary schools are eligible to claim up to 50 free plants from Brisbane City Council for Arbor Day.
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Sustainable school travel
Learn about active school travel, walking and cycling to school.
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Student Environment Leadership Network
Students can become skilled in leading sustainable projects in their school and community.
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School recycling
Council encourages schools to implement waste minimisation practices. Learn more about worm farms and organic recycling.
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Information for teachers and students
Find out what activities and resources are available for teachers, students and schools.
Reducing Brisbane's emissions
Find out more about Brisbane's greenhouse emissions.
Democracy in Action
Learn about about democracy, citizenship and local government.
Urban Forest Education Kits
Kits are available for early childhood and primary school students.
