In an era where sustainability is more critical than ever, Ascot International School in Bangkok has taken significant steps to integrate environmental consciousness into its curriculum and school culture. Through student-led initiatives, classroom workshops, and community-driven activities, the school is fostering a generation of environmentally responsible individuals.
By embedding sustainability within education, Ascot International Academy ensures that students are not only well-informed but also actively engaged in making a difference.
Ascot International School has placed sustainability at the heart of its Strategic Focus for 2024–2029. This initiative aligns with the school’s vision to create a learning environment that encourages students to embrace sustainability in their daily lives. The goal is to instil a sense of responsibility toward the planet by incorporating green practices within the school community.
One of the most effective ways the school achieves this is by integrating environmental education into the curriculum. Teachers incorporate sustainability topics into lesson plans, ensuring that students understand the impact of climate change, pollution, and deforestation. Early exposure to these concepts helps students develop critical thinking skills and an appreciation for the natural world.
The Ascot Eco Club is a prime example of how the school promotes student-led sustainability efforts. This club provides an engaging platform for students to initiate projects that make a tangible impact. The club’s first major event, the “Sustainable Style: Eco Club’s Clothes Swap Event,” tackled the growing issue of fast fashion by encouraging students to exchange clothes instead of buying new ones. This initiative not only raised awareness about textile waste but also provided a practical solution for students to adopt more sustainable habits.
Beyond events, the Eco Club leads various green projects throughout the school year. Recycling drives, tree-planting activities, and waste management campaigns are just a few of the ongoing initiatives. By taking an active role in these projects, students develop leadership skills and gain hands-on experience in environmental activism.
Ascot understands that environmental education is most effective when students can engage in hands-on learning experiences. Workshops and practical activities allow students to see the direct impact of their actions on the environment.
In the Early Years programme, children are introduced to sustainability through gardening projects, where they plant and care for small vegetable gardens. These activities teach responsibility while showing children the importance of sustainable food sources. Teachers also introduce concepts of recycling and waste reduction through storytelling and interactive games, making learning fun and impactful.
At the primary and secondary levels, students participate in structured sustainability workshops. These include learning about renewable energy, reducing plastic usage, and the importance of biodiversity. Lessons are designed to be engaging, often incorporating technology such as virtual reality tours of endangered ecosystems or interactive science experiments that demonstrate the effects of pollution.
One of the most innovative aspects of Ascot’s approach is its ability to tie sustainability into various subjects. Science classes explore environmental chemistry, geography lessons examine global climate patterns, and business studies discuss sustainable economic practices. This interdisciplinary approach ensures that students understand the complexities of sustainability in different contexts.
Ascot aligns its environmental efforts with the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), ensuring that students are not only learning about sustainability but also contributing to real-world solutions. The school’s initiatives specifically focus on goals such as Quality Education, Climate Action, and Responsible Consumption and Production.
By integrating these global objectives into school projects, Ascot encourages students to think beyond their immediate environment and consider their role as global citizens. For example, the school’s waste reduction programmes focus on minimizing plastic use, a key factor in achieving SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production. Students are encouraged to bring reusable containers and participate in waste audits to assess their plastic footprint.
Ascot’s engagement with the wider community further enhances its sustainability mission. Partnerships with local organisations provide students with opportunities to contribute to real-world conservation efforts.
Ascot International School’s commitment to environmental education ensures that students graduate with the knowledge, skills, and motivation to create a sustainable future. The combination of curriculum-based learning, student-led initiatives, hands-on workshops, and community involvement equips students with the tools they need to make a difference.
By fostering environmental awareness from an early age, Ascot is not just preparing students for academic success but also shaping them into responsible global citizens.
The school’s approach proves that sustainability is not just a subject to be taught, it is a way of life to be embraced.
Through continued innovation and dedication, Ascot International School Bangkok will remain at the forefront of environmental education, inspiring students to lead the way in sustainable living. Join us today and be part of the change!
Welcome to Term 2.2! The energy on campus was palpable this morning as students returned with bright smiles and renewed enthusiasm. Seeing them making the most of the improved air quality during their playground activities was particularly delightful.
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