A GROUP of local schools have pledged to play their part in the mission to tackle climate change.

Pupils at Marhamchurch CofE Academy and St Mark’s CofE Academy in Shop recently learned how small, everyday actions can help protect the planet in a workshop with Cornwall Climate Care.

During the session, they explored the science behind climate change through activities, videos, and discussion, before being challenged to think about changes they could make in their own lives.

Following the session, pupils wrote personal pledges setting out how they plan to reduce their environmental impact. These included switching off lights and electronics, wasting less food, using reusable bottles, walking or cycling instead of travelling by car, saving water, planting trees, and eating less meat.

Cornwall Climate Care runs free workshops for schools across Cornwall and Devon, helping children learn about climate science while focusing on positive action and hope for the future. The charity has delivered hundreds of sessions to thousands of pupils, with the aim of inspiring young people to feel confident about making a difference.

The school has expressed that the visit forms part of the schools’ wider work to encourage pupils to think responsibly about the world around them and the role they can play in looking after it for future generations.

Deirdre Petersen, headteacher at Marhamchurch CofE Academy and St Mark’s CofE Academy, said: “It was fantastic to see our pupils so engaged and inspired by the workshop. They came away excited to make real changes in their daily lives and proud of the pledges they made.”

Tracey Cleverly, CEO of Learning Academy Partnership, added: “Workshops like this give pupils practical ways to care for the planet while building confidence and curiosity. It’s wonderful to see young people thinking about the impact they can have in their communities and beyond.”