National College – Sustainability and renewal: findings from the Leading Sustainable Schools research project

Posted: 21 April 2010

This research study, conducted by Forum for the Future and the Institute of Education, highlights the characteristics of sustainable schools and the leadership qualities required to develop sustainable schools.

The Leading Sustainable Schools research project took place in 2008-09 and involved fifty-six schools around the country who are currently leading the way in developing and promoting sustainability in their school and wider community. They were invited to share and disseminate their expertise by leading a community of practice1 in their area over the year and to reflect on the leadership, action and outcomes of this work. Through this research, seven characteristics of sustainable schools and the key leadership qualities and processes required for creating a sustainable school were identified.

The summary and full report is available online from:
www.nationalcollege.org.