Wake-up…to the Somerset Waste
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Getting the message over to schoolchildren to reduce, reuse and recycle waste is an important part of the waste management strategy in Somerset. As such, the Somerset Waste Action Programme (SWAP) has been created to provide talks, workshops and information - all free of charge. |
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SWAP Awards 2008 |
Click here to find out more about how your school could win at this year's SWAP Awards |
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Free workshops and assemblies |
Interactive workshops |
Thought provoking assemblies |
All session fit in with National Curriculum |
Book a visit and get a free compost bin for your school |
Free......and fun! |
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The team comprises of a group of dedicated Officers, who visit schools and community groups to promote waste minimisation, reuse, recycling and composting. They are based at the Carymoor Environmental Centre at Dimmer, near Castle Cary. The team provide a professional, adaptable service to support the waste services provided across the County. |
Working with schools….
SWAP work with schools throughout Somerset and offer a range of workshops, lessons and interactive activities to promote the key themes of reuse, reduce and recycling. All the sessions are tailored to the curriculum and individual schools requirements. For more information on what SWAP can offer your school, click on the links below:
PRIMARY SCHOOLS
SECONDARY SCHOOLS |
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A Christmas Decoration Workshop where pupils at Burnham-on-Sea Infants School learn how to reuse waste and make fantastic festive decorations. |
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Schools are also able to 'Take the Pledge' to commit to waste reduction and become part of a network of schools taking action. Publicise your good practice through the regular Schools Newsletter; benefit from free compost equipment; and a visit to the Carymoor Environmental Trust. |
Burnham-on-Sea Infants School pupils proudly show off their Christmas decorations.
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Working with community groups…
The SWAP team work with a range of community groups across Somerset, including Parish Councils, allotment associations, Probus groups, Women's Institutes. Click here for more information.
Youth Groups
SWAP can visit all sorts of youth groups to show how everyone can help to reduce, reuse and recycle waste. To find out more on what SWAP can offer your youth group, click here
Special Events…
The team attend and organise community events to raise awareness
and provide facilities for people to get involved. From
fairs to recycling roadshows, the team cover Somerset to
spread the message! To book a visit to your school or community group, contact
SWAP on 01963 351350, or email rf.swap@carymoor.org.uk
About SWAP
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SWAP is funded by the Somerset Waste Partnership and is delivered in partnership with the Carymoor Environmental Trust |
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