A CLACKS school has been recognised for its environmental efforts.

Charity Keep Scotland Beautiful has awarded Lornshill Academy with an Eco-Schools Green Flag.

An international award, it recognises nurseries and schools which have demonstrated a commitment to the Eco-Schools Scotland programme and over two years have engaged their whole school community in local climate action.

At Lornshill, pupils took part in a variety of litter-busting and climate action activities such as litter picks, litter surveys, recycling and community clean ups.

Catherine Gee, deputy chief executive of Keep Scotland Beautiful, said: “I’d like to congratulate the Eco-Committee, pupils and staff at each of these schools, who have stepped up to play their part in combatting climate change and achieve their Green Flag Award.

“It’s great to hear about the progress schools have made towards their Green Flags.

“Across Scotland, educators, young people and children are doing amazing work in their schools and communities to combat climate change – from planting for nature and biodiversity, to cutting energy consumption, reducing water usage, and tackling litter and reducing waste.

“Keep Scotland Beautiful is committed to supporting all our children, young people and educators through the Eco-Schools programme, part of our recently announced Climate Action Schools framework, designed to develop the capacities, skills and attributes required to protect our planet and work towards our goal of a net zero future.”