Enviroschools
Enviroschools is an environmental action-based programme where young people are empowered to design and lead sustainability projects in their schools, neighbourhoods and country.
Our role in supporting the Enviroschools network
We coordinate the Enviroschools programme in Waitaha/Canterbury, working alongside Toimata and our regional partners to create a vibrant and supportive regional Enviroschools network.
Toimata Foundation, a not-for-profit trust based in Hamilton, provides a national hub and works with local government and community agencies to build strong regional networks.
Our team of experienced facilitators guides, motivates and supports our network of schools to develop their Enviroschools journey.
The Enviroschools kaupapa is about creating a healthy, peaceful, sustainable world through teaching and learning together.
Schools can sign up to the programme for free and have access to a trained facilitator and a suite of comprehensive resources to help guide the Enviroschools journey.
Enviroschools action fund
Our Enviroschools action fund provides schools with an opportunity to gain funding up to $5000 to help them carry out actions related to their Enviroschools vision.
The Enviroschools action fund opened for applications on 5 May 2025 and closed on 30 May 2025.
Funding support: This fund is made possible by support from Christchurch City Council, Selwyn District Council, Waimakariri District Council, Kaikoura District Council, Timaru District Council, Mackenzie District Council, and Waimate District Council, as well as the Ashburton, Waimate, and South Canterbury Kindergarten Associations.
As such, it will fund schools and early childhood centres within these territorial authorities.
Eligibility and criteria: The fund is designed to support actions contributing to schools’ and centres’ Enviroschools visions. Each school can apply for up to $5,000 + GST per project, outlining how funds will be used effectively.
Application timeline
Monday 5 May: Applications open
Friday 30 May: Applications close
Friday 13 June: Applicants notified of outcomes
Friday 5 December 2025: Projects complete and reports due
Successful applicants
Here is a list of the successful applicants for the 2025/26 EnviroSchool funding:
2025/25 successful applicants~~
| School/centre | Amount funded |
|---|---|
| Te Kura O Huriawa Thorring | $2,000.00 |
| Marian College | $5,000.00 |
| Cherry's Early Learning Centre – Hoon Hay | $2,000.00 |
| Rangi Ruru Preschool | $1,600.00 |
| Pareawa Banks Ave School | $4,000.00 |
| Cashmere High School | $3,365.80 |
| Avonhead School - Rakipaoa | $5,000.00 |
| Waitākiri School | $5,000.00 |
| Selwyn House Preschool | $1,500.00 |
| Te Kura o te Tauawa Halswell School | $3,519.50 |
| Te Kura o Ōpāwaho - Opawa School | $5,000.00 |
| Okains Bay School | $4,169.28 |
| Little River Primary School | $900.00 |
| Fairlie Area Kindergarten | $473.00 |
| Lake Tekapo Kindergarten | $5,000.00 |
| St Joseph’s School Fairlie | $5,000.00 |
| Tai Tapu School | $1,500.00 |
| Hororata Primary School | $3,000.00 |
| Ngā Puna Tāpuwai Ladbrooks School | $3,000.00 |
| Weedons School | $1,900.00 |
| Greendale School | $3,000.00 |
| Glentunnel School | $750.00 |
| Waimataitai Kindergarten | $1,835.00 |
| Ōhoka School | $1,079.00 |
| Ashley Rakahuri School | $3,000.00 |
| Loburn Te Kura Aromauka School | $993.00 |
| Tihiraki North Loburn School | $3,378.96 |
| Fernside School | $1,299.00 |
| Swannanoa Preschool | $2,350.00 |
| View Hill School | $3,450.00 |
| Little Peppertree Preschool | $2,100.00 |
| Clarkville School Te Kura ki Waimātao | $3,500.00 |
| Esk Valley Kindergarten | $324.94 |
| John Street Kindergarten | $4,260.10 |
| St Andrews Primary School | $4,000.00 |
Need help? For support or feedback on this pilot fund, contact your Enviroschools facilitator or email Kimberley.forbes@ecan.govt.nz.
Learn more about Enviroschools or get in contact
If you have a question for us, please email education@ecan.govt.nz.
You can learn more about the programme and how to participate by visiting the Enviroschools website.
Canterbury region’s Enviroschools page
Enviroschools Instagram Instagram.com/enviroschoolsnz
Enviroschools Aotearoa Facebook facebook.com/enviroschoolsnz
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