It's Our Planet

Junior Achievements Ireland (JAI) works with industry and education partners to motivate and inspire young people to see value in their education, and a future for themselves in the world of work. It’s Our Planet is a primary school STEAM sustainability programme for 9-10 year old children consisting of five 45 minute modules which will be developed, piloted and evaluated by JAI. Programme content will be co-created in collaboration with students, educators and expert advisers from industry and education. Each student will receive a workbook with extended learning opportunities for students and parents. This programme targets junior primary students, attending national schools, non green flag national schools and DEIS schools helping to educate them at a young age about sustainability, climate change and introducing green careers. Programmes are led by volunteer facilitators from 150 JAI supporting organisations, many of which are leaders in the STEAM sector. Dynamic facilitation by business volunteers enhances learning underlining links between STEM education and the world of work.
It’s Our Planet includes:
– 6,000 students 2023/2024. Industry partner Sanofi are funding the programme to the end of 2025 a further 4,000 students to participate that year
– 255 business volunteers
– 255 primary school classes
Each module will focus on a specific area of sustainability including an extended learning section with activities for students to educate their families and friends. It’s Our Planet places specific emphasis on localities identified as in need of stem engagement and schools not engaged with the green schools programme.