Plastic Free Schools Evolution – FAQs

What happens if we don’t complete the programme before the end of the summer term?

We will be giving schools a grace period until December 2026 to submit their evidence via the dashboard. Once you have completed all five objectives, you will receive your accreditation and plaque in the post to display proudly in your school. 

We’re only halfway through – can we still complete the programme?

Yes. We will be giving schools a grace period until December 2026 to submit their evidence via the dashboard. Once you have completed all five objectives, you will receive your accreditation and plaque in the post to display proudly in your school.

Will we still be able to access our online dashboard?

You will be able to access your online dashboard until the end of December 2026. After this date, access will no longer be available.

Will we still be able to use the Expansion Pack?

Yes. Once you receive accreditation, we will send you the Expansion Pack resources in the post so you can continue making positive change in your school. However, this will be independently led rather than supported by SAS. Please get in touch if you’re accredited but haven’t yet received your Expansion Pack resources. 

How can we stay involved as a school?

Watch this space! Plastic Free Schools is evolving into something new, so make sure to sign up to our new mailing list so you don’t miss out on what’s to come. In the meantime, you can continue using our Ocean School resources on the main SAS website. Sign up here for PFS news and updates. 

Where will be able to find any new resources?

We are still developing this, but you can sign up to our new mailing list to stay updated on what’s to come. Sign up here for PFS news and updates.

Will you be creating any new resources for schools?

We are still developing this, but you can sign up to our new mailing list to stay updated on what’s to come. Sign up here for PFS news and updates. 

Will our accreditation no longer mean anything?

Your accreditation will still hold significant value. It recognises the hard work your school has put into creating positive environmental change, and that achievement can continue to be celebrated and built upon.

As an individual, how can I stay involved? 

We are still developing this, but you can sign up to our new mailing list to stay updated on what’s to come. You can also sign up to our main SAS newsletter and visit the ‘Take Action’ section on the main SAS website to learn more. 

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