Alderney school joins global ocean programme

Friday, 28 March 2025 12:20

Sky News took notice of St Anne's involvement in the Schools Across the Ocean project and sent a film crew to the island.

Alderney pupils have been learning about climate change, endangered ecosystems, and ocean conservation through the Schools Across the Ocean programme - producing poetry and art.

The initiative from the British Council, the Emirates Literature Foundation and the University of Exeter paired St Anne with the Fairgreen International School in Dubai and the Azerbaijan European School.

The connection is meant to help pupils understand the global impact of climate issues.

The children's work will be featured on an episode of FYI, a young person's news show, on 29 March.

A Sky News spotlight on the Alderney Wildlife Trust and the ‘Schools Across the Ocean’ project will air in late April.

St Anne’s Headteacher Wendy Wilson says pupils have embraced and engaged with the topic of climate change.

“Through Schools Across the Ocean, our students are not just learning about climate change - they are becoming active, global citizens who are climate literate, empowered and full of hope.

"At St Anne’s, we are committed to fostering knowledge and optimism in our students, ensuring this next generation is equipped to help protect our planet and its oceans.

"St Anne’s is proving that a small island school can make a big impact on the global stage, and it has been brilliant to have the Sky News television crew with us to capture the fantastic work of our pupils and teachers.”