June 18, 2025

Sustainable Corner Fun at Abbey Primary School

On Wednesday 18th June, Year 5 pupils at Abbey Primary School took part in an exciting and educational event—The Sustainable Corner, designed to combine active play with meaningful learning. The session offered pupils a valuable opportunity to burn off some energy while also exploring important topics such as climate change, energy efficiency, and fuel poverty, all within a safe and supportive space.

Hosted by the Achieve Your Goals team with help from Walsall Council employees, the event focused on making big ideas accessible through interactive, team-based activities. Pupils engaged in games that introduced them to key vocabulary and global themes, including the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Event Highlights

The day was packed with high-energy, thought-provoking fun. Stations included:

Twister

This classic game was given a green twist, challenging pupils to match colours with sustainability topics, testing their memory and balance while reinforcing key terminology around environmental issues.

Giant Snakes and Ladders

A life-sized version of this childhood favourite taught pupils about climate-friendly choices (ladders) and unsustainable behaviours (snakes). Climbing and sliding became a playful metaphor for progress and setbacks in the journey toward a greener planet.

Play Your Cards Right

This quiz-style game was a huge hit, with pupils shouting “higher!” and “lower!” with great enthusiasm as they guessed how many kilowatt hours (kWh) could be saved by different energy-saving actions. From turning off lights to reducing shower times, pupils learned about real-world energy savings in a fun and memorable way—all while practicing comparison skills and building awareness of household energy use.

Colouring Station & Top Trumps

For pupils who needed some quiet time or finished activities early, the Colouring Station offered themed sheets focused on sustainability. Meanwhile, the Eco Top Trumps game helped pupils learn about green technologies, renewable energy, and sustainable habits through friendly competition.

Purpose and Impact

The Sustainable Corner is more than just a play area—it’s a space designed to educate and empower. By engaging children in accessible, age-appropriate ways, the event sparked conversation and curiosity around how young people can be part of creating a more sustainable future.

While having fun, pupils explored:

What fuel poverty means and how it affects families
How energy-efficient habits can help both the planet and people
The global goals for sustainable development—and how they relate to everyday life

Importantly, the event also encouraged pupils to take their new knowledge home. With tips on energy-saving habits and climate-friendly actions, they were empowered to share advice with their families and spark change at home.

Feedback & Reflections

The event was a resounding success, with pupils fully engaged and excited throughout. Teachers noted how well the activities combined learning with movement and creativity—ideal for Year 5 learners.

“The Sustainable Corner brought energy and enthusiasm to some of the most important topics of our time. The pupils had a brilliant time—and left with knowledge and motivation to live more sustainably.”
— Staff Member, Abbey Primary School