Join the Plastic Revolution: Transforming Waste, Inspiring the Future

Pupils from South Wilford Primary School, preparing for to fill their new planter for Spring.

In the heart of Nottingham, a revolution is taking place - one that transforms plastic waste into opportunity, challenges perceptions, and inspires young minds. Welcome to the Plastic Revolution Schools Challenge, led by Future Makers in collaboration with South Wilford Endowed C of E Primary School.

This groundbreaking initiative combines creativity, community, and innovation to tackle a problem every business faces: what to do with waste plastic. We’re inviting businesses in Nottingham with big Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Environmental Social Governance (ESG) ambitions, to partner with us in creating real change!

An Educational Journey

Here’s how the challenge unfolded:

• A launch assembly for over 300 pupils and teachers, introducing the possibilities of transforming plastic waste into valuable creations.

• 20kg of plastic waste was collected over 6 weeks by pupils, parents, and teachers, bringing the school community together to take action.

• A collection point, designed in our Nottingham studio, was built using 100% recycled plastic panels and transport bags featuring vibrant graffiti art by the talented Talia - celebrating the value of plastic.

• Using his Corporate Volunteer Day, Paul Barker, Government Property Agency, cleaned, shredded, and helped to transform the plastic waste into stunning Frosted Confetti sheet material.

• Our workshop technician, Janis Zube, crafted a beautiful planter from this recycled material.

Changing Perceptions on Plastic Waste

This week, we returned to unveil the planter in a celebration assembly. Together with the children, we filled it with plants to bloom in spring, creating a thriving habitat for wildlife while celebrating the school’s contribution to sustainability.

“This project has given our pupils hands-on experience of recycling and creativity. It’s been inspiring to see how waste can become something so beautiful and useful.”
Mrs. Aldridge, Head Teacher, South Wilford Primary School

“I thought plastic was something you could just throw in the bin, kind of useless. I learned that you can make anything out of it. You can shred it and make artwork, furniture and useful things”.
Year 4 pupil.

“I thought plastic is just a daily thing that you use. I didn’t think much about it. I learned about the different types of plastic and what they are used for. Since we had a bin at school I brought some plastic from home to recycle.”
Year 6 pupil

Natalie Aldridge, Headteacher at South Wilford Primary School with pupils and Tristan Hessing, Director at Future Makers.

Tristan Hessing, Director at Future Makers said "The Plastic Revolution Schools Challenge showcases the incredible potential of waste plastic. By partnering with schools and businesses, we can change perceptions to enable positive change, empower communities and create a lasting impact on the environment."

Why Partner with the Plastic Revolution?

For businesses with a commitment to CSR and ESG goals, the Plastic Revolution Schools Challenge offers solutions to the challenges you’re seeking to address:

Perception Change:
Plastic is here to stay, let’s change the narrative to celebrate its value and importance in our modern life. 

Sustainability:
Showcase your dedication to reducing waste and promoting a circular economy.

Community Engagement:
Inspire future generations and strengthen your ties with local schools and families.

Innovation:
Align your brand with cutting-edge solutions that turn problems into possibilities.

By sponsoring a school project, you’ll directly impact young minds, empowering them to become the change-makers of tomorrow, while demonstrating your leadership in sustainability.

Calling Nottinghamshire Businesses:
Be a Force for Positive Change!

Are you a medium or large business with ambitious CSR and ESG goals? Here’s your opportunity to make a tangible impact on the environment and your local community.

Partner with Future Makers to sponsor the Plastic Revolution Schools Challenge—a groundbreaking initiative transforming waste plastic into valuable creations while inspiring the next generation.

• Showcase your leadership in sustainability.

• Engage with your community in a meaningful way.

• Empower young minds to reimagine waste as opportunity.

Let’s work together to turn problems into possibilities. Align your brand with innovation, sustainability, and education while making a real difference.

Email us at Tristan@future-makers.co.uk to join the revolution today!

Image credit: Rich Key Photography https://www.richkeyphotography.com/