FREE Climate Action Plan for Schools | Tailored to Your School

FREE Climate Action Plan for Schools: Transform Sustainability in Your School Today!

Meet Net Zero Targets & Stay Compliant with DfE Guidelines with Our FREE Climate Action Plan!

As per the latest DfE guidelines, all schools must have a Climate Action Plan in place by September 2025 - but creating one from scratch can be time-consuming and complex.

That’s where iAM Compliant comes in. We’ve created a FREE, ready-to-use Climate Action Plan to help schools and Multi-Academy Trusts meet DfE sustainability and climate change strategy targets quickly and easily.

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This isn’t just a template - it’s part of our comprehensive, award-winning platform that acts as a one-stop shop for estates, risk management and overall compliance. Alongside your action plan, you can access sustainability tools that:

Reduce your school’s carbon footprint
Simplify compliance and sustainability training with 300+ bite-sized courses
Cut paperwork and stress with secure cloud-based document storage
Save time and money with a user-friendly interface and fast reporting tools

Keep reading to discover our FREE Climate Action Plan, paired with tips and guidance on getting started!

Why do I Need a Climate Action Plan for Schools?

A Climate Action Plan for schools doesn’t just simplify your everyday sustainability operations - it’s a requirement from the Department for Education, acting as your school’s roadmap to an efficient and responsible Net Zero future.

it’s a chance to lead by example, save money through energy efficiency, and help young people understand the importance of protecting the planet.

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Supporting the DfE Sustainability and Climate Change Strategy

The Department for Education’s sustainability and climate change strategy requires all schools in the UK to take meaningful action towards achieving a Net Zero education system - and the first step is having a comprehensive Climate Action Plan.

With iAM Compliant’s latest sustainability features, you can meet those expectations simply, affordably and stress-free.

What should my Climate Action Plan look like?

To meet the DfE sustainability and climate change strategy standards, your school Climate Action Plan should be clear, concise and achievable - tailored to your specific needs and aligned with national priorities.

Whether you’re a small primary school or a large MAT, your plan should include measurable actions across 4 core areas:

We’ve pre-loaded a library of DfE-aligned commonly carried out sustainability projects in schools, all ready for you to add to your plan at the click of a button. No guesswork, no complex setup - just fast, structured progress towards your Net Zero targets.

Here are just a few eligible sustainability activities:

Energy & Carbon Reduction - Energy audits, LED upgrades, energy monitoring & heating controls.
Sustainable Travel - Bike-to-school schemes, walking initiatives, EV charging & staff carpooling.
Waste Reduction & Circular Economy - Recycling schemes, composting, uniform reuse & paperless systems.
Curriculum & Community Engagement - Climate-focused lessons, eco clubs, sustainability assemblies & partnerships with local groups.
Procurement & Catering - Locally sourced foods, plant-based meal options & sustainable supplier choices.

Don't delay: Beat the DfE Deadline & Create your Free Climate Action Plan!

Create your tailored climate action plan and access an expertly crafted sustainability course and resources, FREE for a limited time. Don’t delay: act before September’s deadline or risk breaching DfE compliance!

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Do all schools need a Climate Action Plan?

Yes - under the latest DfE guidelines, all UK schools must have a Climate Action Plan in place by September 2025.

At iAM Compliant, we provide a FREE, DfE-aligned template to help you get there as quickly as possible.

Is the iAM Compliant Climate Action Plan really free?

Absolutely! Our Climate Action Plan is tailored to your needs and fully downloadable for use. We’ve also included a bonus sustainability training course to help schools meet DfE expectations on climate change education, at no extra cost.

What if my school already has sustainability initiatives in place?

Great! With our Climate Action Plan, you can log your existing projects, set measurable goals and show how you’ve been building on them. You can also add custom activities to reflect your unique efforts, as every school’s sustainability journey is different.

How does your sustainability training work?

With our Climate Action Plan, we provide one of our sustainability courses completely for free - and with iAM Sustainable, you can access 10+ brand new IOSH-approved & CPD-accredited sustainability training modules.