That’s why we’re excited to announce our collaboration with Earth Cubs, a dynamic educational platform that brings sustainability to life for young learners through engaging, curriculum-aligned content.
Why sustainability leadership matters
Our recent publication, Understanding sustainability leadership – guidance for academy trusts, outlines the key steps trusts must take to meet the DfE’s 2030 vision of becoming a world leader in sustainability and climate change education. These include:
- Establishing leadership and governance through sustainability leads and committees.
- Creating climate action plans that address decarbonisation, biodiversity, climate education, and energy efficiency.
- Engaging stakeholder from staff and students to parents and the wider community.
- Monitoring and reporting progress to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.
But one of the most powerful levers for change lies in the classroom.
Bringing sustainability into the curriculum with Earth Cubs
Earth Cubs is an award-winning educational platform designed to inspire children to “Learn the World!” through fun, interactive, and meaningful sustainability education. Aimed at EYFS, KS1, and KS2, Earth Cubs offers:
- Entertaining videos and animations featuring planet-saving heroes and real-world environmental stories.
- Vibrant “bookazines” filled with stories, facts, and activities that bring sustainability topics to life.
- Lesson plans, assemblies, and activities aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals and national curriculum.
- Hands-on projects like building bug hotels, exploring green rooftops, and learning about clean energy.
- Teacher support and CPD to help educators confidently deliver environmental and social justice education.
With over 350,000 app downloads and a growing community of 50,000+ educators and 9,000 schools, Earth Cubs is making a measurable impact in classrooms across the UK and beyond.
How UHY can help
Our sustainable business services team is here to guide academy trusts through every step of their sustainability journey. From calculating your carbon baseline to developing a tailored climate action plan, we provide the expertise and tools you need to meet regulatory requirements and drive meaningful change.
Together with Earth Cubs, we offer a holistic approach that combines strategic planning with educational impact—ensuring that sustainability is not just a policy, but a lived experience for every student.
