Students and staff at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic High School in Skelmersdale were delighted to welcome a number of special guests on Friday 21 November 2025, including local MP Mrs Dalton, Reform Councillor Mrs Worthington, Parish Priest Fr Kenny, and Parish Council representatives Sue Mason and Alan Horridge.

 

Pupils from partner primary schools – St Richard’s, St James’ and St Francis – also joined the event which was led by assistant headteacher Mrs Witter.

 

Together, pupils planted 200 saplings, donated by the Woodland Trust, as part of the school’s CAFOD Live Simply project. These trees will help manage water on flood-prone areas of the school site, improve soil drainage, boost oxygen production, and create habitats to support biodiversity.

 

This initiative forms part of the school’s wider sustainability plans and will leave a lasting legacy for future generations, who will see the saplings grow into mature woodland.

 

As a Catholic school, Our Lady Queen of Peace recognises its social and moral responsibility to care for God’s creation. By taking this meaningful step, the school demonstrates its commitment to living simply, sustainably, and in solidarity with those most affected by climate change.