Bring Cross-Curricular Learning to the Classroom
Empower students to create a sustainable future.
Nurture Inquisitive
and Engaged Learners
Today, many teachers advocate cross-curricular approaches that bring relevance and meaning to student learning.
Cross-curricular learning helps make practical connections between subjects, and equips young people with the skills, knowledge and understanding to prosper in a globalised world.
But it can be challenging finding time to plan teaching and assessment that engages learners and meets cross-curriculum priorities.
Inspired Energy
Education with Impact
Solar Schools is an innovative educational program that makes it easy amd exciting to teach school students about energy efficiency.
Learning experiences are based on your school's own energy data, supported by comprehensive teacher resources and interactive digital tools.
Teachers can easily create collaborative projects across maths, science, social science, english, arts and technology learning areas.
Join the
830
schools already making
a difference with Solar Schools!
schools already making
a difference with Solar Schools!
Bringing Data
and Science to Life
Solar Schools is practical, engaging and aligned with the Australian Curriculum, from foundation right through to senior secondary.
Underpinning the program is sophisticated energy metering technology. Your school's energy use is monitored and recorded, along with any energy generated by solar panels.
Students can design strategies to change energy use in the school and measure the effectiveness of their ideas.
Use Solar Schools for Exciting
Cross-Curricular Outcomes
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Maximise teaching outcomes
Comprehensive unit plans, lesson plans and student resources enhance the quality of lessons, while teaching becomes more time and resources efficient. -
Encouraging pathways for further discovery
Students can broaden and deepen their understanding of themselves and how their actions influence the world around them. -
Inspire students to learn and problem solve
Students seek to apply real-world knowledge, understanding the value and relevance of what they are learning.
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Promote student success
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Build professional connections
Teachers develop a deeper appreciation of each other's expertise, enriching lessons and learning opportunities for students.
Year 4 students at St Thomas Primary School, Goodwood, SA, produced this short video and presented it to the school community at assembly.
Cross-Curricular Learning Developing Students'
Skills in a Range of Learning Areas:
Science
- Research
- Scientific experimentation
English
- Script writing
- Public speaking
- Presentation
Mathematics
- Statistics
- Data Analysis
The Arts
- Costume and set design
- Drama
- Videography
- Composition
Technologies
- Editing video footage
- Adding sound effects
- Green screen filming
Humanities and Social Sciences
- Democratic processes
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Problem Solving
Empower Your Students to Lead the Way to a Sustainable Future
Get InvolvedIgnite Learning with the Right Tools
School Portal
Interactive resources to track, visualise and analyse your school's own energy data over days, months, seasons and years.
Teacher's Toolkit
Detailed unit plans, lesson plans and activities for students from Year 1 through to Year 12.
Planet Watch
An exciting app that gamifies sustainable behaviour and demonstrates the impacts of energy consumption.
Power Widgets for School Website
These handy web widgets allow schools to showcase their individual energy data on their school's website, providing easy visualisation of school energy usage.
Digital Tools and Apps
Use the Public API and the Engine Room to interact with data in depth.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year levels does Solar Schools suit?
The Solar Schools program has detailed unit plans, lesson plans and activities to suit students from Year 1 through to Year 12.
Does my school need energy meters to get involved with Solar Schools?
Yes, energy metering is the core of the Solar Schools program. The live data recorded by the meters is used to create learning experiences in the program.
We don't have energy metering at our school, how do we get them installed?
When your school joins the Solar Schools program, we'll coordinate the installation process to make sure you get the right meters in the right place.
Do you need technical expertise to teach the Solar Schools program?
No. The friendly team at Solar Schools provides personal support and training to help you get the most out of the program. You will also be supported by your school's nominated Teacher Champion, who will receive training in the entire Soar Schools product ecosystem.
I'm not sure if my school is already part of the Solar Schools program, how can I find out?
A number of education departments already subscribe to the Solar Schools program. Contact our friendly team to find out if your school already has access to our ecosystem of resources.
Who runs the Solar Schools program?
The program is proudly presented by the team at Solar Schools. The team includes experts in technology, sustainability, education and the Australian Curriculum.
Join Us and Make a Difference.
Empower your students to lead the way to a sustainable future.
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