Sustainable Schools

Stay compliant and prioritise sustainability. Protect the environment for our children's future

Our Approach

With growing focus of sustainability efforts in the UK’s education sector, our goal is to help schools become leaders in sustainability and drive meaningful change for future generations.

We have developed the Sustainable Schools Model (SSM), which takes a holistic approach to assessing and improving school governance, helping to build a culture that prioritises sustainability. Our aim is to future-proof sustainability efforts across environmental and social issues, using governance and sustainable procurement as levers for change.

Our model has been developed to assess where you are against best practice and is proportionate to the size and impact of your organisation.

Benefits

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Need help with aligning your sustainability goals with government policy?

Trusted partner – Retained service for schools

Our Sustainable Schools Model (SSM) aligns with DfE strategy action areas and is designed to evaluate and enhance school governance and processes.

Here’s how:

• Reporting on emissions and climate action plans is supported through or Carbon Reduction Plan service.

• Prioritising sustainable procurement choices is achieved through our Sustainability and Procurement Shared Services partnership.

• Upskilling staff to improve awareness of sustainability and procurement is delivered through our CPD accredited blended learning and in-person training.

Our Sustainable Schools Model drives sustainability improvements by viewing your school’s performance as a whole.

We will work with you to expand knowledge and awareness of key subject areas such as – improving social impact, reducing carbon emissions, the importance of sourcing locally, waste reduction etc.

Did you know the sustainability and climate change strategy for education confirms that within the next year, your school must have a sustainability lead and a Climate Action Plan (CAP) in place?

If you would benefit from our support in shaping your approach to sustainable procurement, please complete and submit the form below.

We offer a retained service for schools. Giving you ‘office hours’ access to sustainability procurement experts, whenever you need them, is what we do. 

Our on-site support is included within the service to provide guidance and best practice advise to your team, whenever they need it.

Together we will drive efficiency, deliver tangible savings, be proactive about supporting you in your efforts to source sustainably from ethical suppliers, and help you focus on your social value goals, in line with government guidelines and policy.

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Laura Davies

Director of Supplier Services

The spotlight on sustainability across the UK education sector provides the perfect opportunity for us to work with you to steer significant change for the well-being of future generations.

We can help you realise the true benefits of sustainable procurement, so you can raise awareness among your school children, their guardian’s and the wider community members to drive positive change for the benefit of future generations.

Complete the form to register your school’s interest today and embark on a path that not only benefits your school, but also contributes to a brighter, more sustainable future for all.

For more information on our Sustainable Schools Model, speak to Laura Davies on 0800 917 7884 or e-mail SustainabilitySuppliers@value-match.co.uk Alternatively fill in the form below to request a call back.