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Take action for wildlife in your school grounds
We’re on a mission to inspire and empower teachers to create nature-rich school grounds where children and wildlife can thrive together!
#TeamWilder Educator Toolkits
Our website is packed with resources to help you make your outdoor space more wildlife friendly. Follow the links below to learn more.
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Could your grounds qualify for the Wildlife Gardening Award?
Get your grounds growing for wildlife this year and you could qualify for a plaque to display with pride!
Take action for wildlife in your classroom
Our friends at WWF have created a brilliant Schools Sustainability Guide, packed with ideas and information to help you take action for climate and nature in your school.
School visits
We run curriculum-linked learning sessions in some of Yorkshire’s wildest places!
we deliver hands-on experiences outside of the classroom to help young people of all ages and abilities learn more about the natural world, wildlife conservation and their local environment.
Take action for wildlife with us
We have lots of opportunities for young people to get involved in our work for wildlife.
Action starts with connection
We believe that all children should get to enjoy and experience their local wildlife, because a hands-on connection with nature will not only improve their physical and mental wellbeing, but also inspire a care for the natural world that can last a lifetime!
There are lots of websites dedicated to inspiring natural play and supporting outdoor learning, but here are some of our favourites:
#TeamWilder Schools in Action
More ways to get involved
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Share your story
Share your news on social media by tagging in Yorkshire Wildlife Trust and using #TeamWilder.
We’d love to hear about what you do for nature. Please share your stories with us using the link below. Alternatively, you can email us at team.wilder@ywt.org.uk