The Eco-Schools Grants program encourages schools within our local government area to become more environmentally friendly by adopting initiatives to measurably reduce the schools carbon footprint and become a leader in sustainability and climate action.
Northern Beaches Council has established the program to support local schools on their sustainability journey.
2026 Eco School’s applications opening Monday 2 March 2026.
Council has reviewed the model of grant funding and adjusted the grant provisions to include support from a council project officer.
The grant funding allocation is now capped at $500 per application.
Schools and P&C applicants are not restricted to only one application.
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2025/26 Recipients
Barrenjoey High School
used their grant funding to transform its Inclusive Learning Unit into a thriving accessible eco garden. This project aims to raise awareness about sustainability issues while improving students' connection with nature and supporting their wellbeing.
With plans for bush regeneration, habitat creation, wicking bed gardens, a worm farm, and professional development for staff, the initiative promises to be a helpful step toward ecological stewardship and education.
Kinma Primary School
put their funding towards developing a dynamic community garden that will act as a hub for teaching sustainability and healthy food practices. Students will gain hands-on experience in growing food, understanding food security, exploring life cycles, and learning about the vital role of living creatures in the ecosystem. This vibrant garden will also foster meaningful connections with the community and local organisations.
Past recipients
2023/24 recipients
Council committed to fund initiatives partly or fully in the fields of bush regeneration, waste reduction through composting, kitchen gardens, water reuse and reduction as well as sustainability education.
- Belrose Public School
- The Beach School
- John Colet School
- Kamaroi Rudolf Steiner School
- Kambora Public School
- St Kevin's Primary School
2022/23 recipients
Council committed to fund initiatives partly or fully in the fields of bush regeneration, carbon reduction, waste reduction, water reuse and reduction as well as sustainability education.
- Dee Why Public School
- Arranounbai School
2021/22 recipients
Council committed funding to the fields of bush regeneration, carbon reduction, waste reduction, water reuse and reduction as well as sustainability education.
- The Beach School
- Balgowlah Heights Public School
- Belrose Public School
- Killarney Heights High School
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