"The Eco-Schools programme is vitally important in shaping the Scotland we all want to see in the future"

Eco-Schools is an international initiative designed to encourage whole-school action for the environment. It is an environmental management tool, learning resource and recognised award scheme.

We now have over 3,000 schools registered with the Eco-Schools programme in Scotland, which includes over 94% of Scotland's local authority schools. Over 23% of our local authority schools have attained the highest award level - the Green Flag.

Our headline quote was made in May 2008 by Maureen Watt, the then Minister for Schools and Skills, and further demonstrates the Scottish Government's committment to the Eco-Schools programme.

Eco-Schools Scotland is proud to announce that they have joined forces with Bright New Scotland to provide even more resources and information for Scottish schools.

Bright New Scotland are responsible for supplying many of the resources and website links that can now be accessed through our Information, Advice and Help section.

The icons below also provide useful links to further assist Scottish schools with their eco work. Use them to view ideas from other Eco-Schools, access the Eco-Schools Scotland Guide or login to our new Forum to have your say or ask for advice.