Himbleton CofE Primary School took part in a special litter pick to help make their local community and school cleaner and greener. The pupils were very excited as they searched for litter that had been left behind since 1995, 2006, and even from today. With litter pickers and bags ready in hand, they worked together to find all kinds of rubbish, from old wrappers to plastic bottles. It was a great chance for them to learn about keeping the environment safe and beautiful. The children talked about how litter affects animals and plants, and they felt proud of their efforts to help. After the litter pick, they saw how much cleaner their school and the surrounding area looked. Everyone at Himbleton CofE really enjoyed this activity, and they promised to keep their school and community clean and green for the future.

At Lindridge St Lawrence CE Primary School, we had an exciting day filled with fun as part of our Little Litter Warriors class workshops. The students and teachers worked together to hunt for litter around the school grounds and the car park. Although it was a bit wet at times, we didn’t let the weather stop us! Everyone was eager to help, and we managed to collect a lot of rubbish. This was a special experience for me because we had to take our last group to a community location by bus to continue our litter picking. It was worth it! We filled our buckets many times, and it felt great to see the difference we made in our beautiful rural area. Together, we learned the importance of keeping our environment clean while having a lot of fun. It was a day full of teamwork and smiles! The vintage finds were an absolute eye opener once again. Malvern adopt a street here https://www.malvernhills.gov.uk/environmental-crime/littering/adopt-a-street

Claines CE Primary school year 4 once again took part in a big litter picking event, and it was a great success! Many people from the community joined together to clean up the parks and streets. With gloves and bags in hand, they walked around picking up trash and making the area look beautiful. Everyone worked happily, chatting and enjoying the fresh air. Children and adults alike helped to collect plastic bottles, wrappers, and food packaging litter. It was wonderful to see so many smiling faces working as a team. By the end of the workshop, the team had filled many buckets with rubbish. They not only made the environment cleaner but also made new friends and strengthened their community. Litter picking is important because it helps keep nature clean and safe for everyone. Year Five took part in an important lesson about plastic pollution, led by Karen Blanchfield BEM from Little Litter Warriors. The lesson helped students understand how plastic can harm our planet. Karen explained what plastic is and why it is a problem for the environment. She showed them how plastic waste can hurt animals and pollute our oceans. The children learned clever ways to reduce plastic use, like using reusable bags and bottles. They also talked about recycling and how it can help keep our world clean. At the end of the lesson, pupils felt inspired to make changes in their daily lives. They even promised to share what they learned with their families and friends. By participating in this lesson, Year Five became more aware of the importance of taking care of our planet and will try to be Little Litter Warriors in their own way.

Every year in the summer term, I visit Defford Cum Besford School to take the Oak class, which has Year 3 and 4 pupils, on a litter pick workshop. The children look forward to this event and take part with so much energy and enthusiasm. It is amazing to see how eager they are to help keep their school and local area clean. We walk around picking up litter and talking about the importance of taking care of our environment. Each year, it seems that we are finding less litter than before, which is a good thing! However, this also makes it harder to discover hidden treasures, like vintage items that we used to find in the past. Overall, the experience is fun and teaches the children valuable lessons about respect for nature and teamwork. I hope we can continue this workshop for many more years to come!

II returned to complete the litter workshops with reception, Year 2, and Year 6. This visit was wonderful because, while I checked the area before the workshop began, I discovered a bucket filled with litter. As I looked closer, I noticed many vintage pieces, and my mind began to wonder where they had come from. My little investigation led me to two boys in Year 3. They had decided to make it their mission to clean up the environment after the hedges had been cut back. They were working hard to pick up the hidden litter that had been stuck in the soil. It was inspiring to see their enthusiasm and dedication to keeping our surroundings clean. Their efforts reminded me how important it is for everyone, young and old, to take care of our environment. Overall, the day was filled with learning and a sense of community. To say i was impressed would be an understatement, completely blown away and inspired with my heart bursting is where i was at. https://www.wychavon.gov.uk/environmental-crime/littering/adopt-a-street The litter workshops were a big success and lasted all day. The students spent their time picking up trash in the playground, around the school car park, and near the church. They also worked hard in their community areas. The pupils showed a lot of enthusiasm, and many people stopped to thank them for their efforts. By the end of the day, they had collected an amazing total of 3,466 pieces of litter! Inspired by their classmates, the Year 3 pupils decided they wanted to do more. They wrote a letter to their Member of Parliament (MP) about the litter in their community. This showed how much they cared about keeping their area clean. Their hard work and commitment to improving their surroundings made a real difference, and it gave them a sense of pride in their accomplishments. The day was not just about cleaning up; it was about community and taking action. Every year, when I return to Holy Redeemer, I am welcomed back by the staff and pupils with so much warmth and kindness. It truly makes me feel like I am part of their school family. This year's visit was especially memorable, as I had the chance to meet many inspirational young minds. I want to congratulate everyone at the school for their amazing work in teaching about the environment. The eco curricula here are among the best I have ever seen, and it is clear that the students are engaged and excited about these important topics. If you want to further help your community, I encourage you to adopt your street. It’s a great way to get involved and make a difference in your environment. You can find more information on how to do this at the Wychavon website. Thank you, Holy Redeemer, for another wonderful visit; you have inspired me greatly! https://www.wychavon.gov.uk/environmental-crime/littering/adopt-a-street

St Richard's what a day, it just shows that challenging ourselves can make it happen. What an incredible day filled with challenges and achievements! A total of 360 enthusiastic pupils participated in six engaging litter workshops, working diligently to clean up their school and surrounding community areas. This is a densely populated region, often plagued with litter, demonstrating the need for ongoing volunteer efforts to tackle this issue over several days. Despite the enormity of the task, the pupils demonstrated remarkable dedication and teamwork, ultimately collecting an astonishing 6,193 pieces of litter within the limited timeframe. Their efforts not only improved the environment but also instilled a sense of responsibility and pride in their community. Litter is mainly food packaging that could easily be thrown in a bin, indicating carelessness among individuals. Want to become your community litter heroes why not adopt your street https://www.wychavon.gov.uk/environmental-crime/littering/adopt-a-street

Visit 30th June & 1st July 2025 Flyford Flavell Primary School pupils, you are incredible! Thank you for welcoming me with open arms and for your enthusiasm for our day of fun in caring for the environmental and wildlife. I was blown away by the progress you have made in your school grounds and local community areas. Only 1627 pieces of litter collected during our 5 workshops shows just how dedicated and passionate you all are about making a difference. Also you're evidently making those individual litter decisions on daily basis, Keep up the amazing work, you are all making a positive impact and inspiring others to do the same. I can't wait to see what you accomplish next! We are moving to the next step with the program at this school in teaching the plastic pollution, recycling ambassadors and of course home heroes. Remember you can become the steward of your community too by adopting your street https://www.wychavon.gov.uk/environmental-crime/littering/adopt-a-street More photos from the workshops can be found here https://www.flyfordflavellprimaryschool.com/gallery/?pid=10&gcatid=15&albumid=131

There are many times throughout the year that my car becomes a skip but this week I have to say the record for me returning to the litter pick routes to collect what the children had found was a first for me. What an incredible week of making a positive impact on our community environment with the amazing pupils of St Andrew's primary and nursery school! Their dedication to litter hunting and passion for keeping our planet clean is truly inspiring. Together, we collected an impressive 12,434 pieces of litter, showing the power of teamwork and community spirit. The enthusiasm and hard work have not gone unnoticed, and I am so proud of all the hard work you put in. Let's continue to make a difference and show the world what we can achieve when we come together for a common goal. Keep up the great work St Andrew's you are all doing an incredible job in teaching the community members to help love where we live. The visit resulted in our pupils and their families becoming environmental stewardship families, demonstrating a commitment to caring for their community. Many community members felt inspired to take action and agreed to adopt their street, pledging to keep it litter-free. This initiative not only promotes a cleaner and more sustainable environment, but it also fosters a sense of pride and responsibility among residents. By working together to maintain the cleanliness of their neighborhoods, these individuals are making a positive impact on their community and setting an example for others to follow. To find out more visit https://www.wychavon.gov.uk/environmental-crime/littering/adopt-a-street

Wow, what an incredible week at Bengeworth Academy tackling plastic pollution and all things litter! I had the privilege of delivering 13 litter workshops and two assemblies, getting students from Early Years to Year 6 involved in cleaning up their school and local areas. It was eye-opening to see litter dating back to the 1990s being discovered. The competition to collect the most litter really motivated everyone, resulting in a whopping 17,995 pieces being gathered from many community areas around the school location of Evesham. It's amazing to see young minds coming together to make a positive impact on our environment. Way to go, Bengeworth Academy! Thank you all for an amazing time, I do hope you enjoyed my playground messages too. First for me too on a litter pick workshop as we witnessed a high-flying adventure! The air ambulance swooping in really took the excitement up a notch - even the kids were buzzing! Thankfully the machine did not send our litter flying in to the air.