Working with Schools

We partner with teachers and pupils to bring Chislehurst’s heritage, environment, and community spirit to life. From talks and workshops to Environmental Awards, The Mix, and Duke of Edinburgh volunteering, there are many ways to work together.

Cockpit Magazine

Our magazine, The Cockpit, is published three times a year for more than 2,500 members. Local schools are invited to contribute articles or share stories celebrating pupil achievements, projects, and environmental work.

Talks & Workshops in Schools

Students reviewing printed materials during a workshop — Pupils exploring historical and environmental material during a workshop session.

We hold a unique archive of photographs and stories about Chislehurst’s heritage—shops, people, buildings, and familiar landmarks. Our volunteers can visit your school and support a range of curriculum themes, including:

Local History
Women’s History
The Holocaust
World War I and World War II
Environmental and community topics

We can also provide sessions on our ecological initiatives, such as litter picking, wildlife habitats (bird and bat boxes), and the wellbeing benefits of the Chislehurst Bear Trail.

Environmental Awards

Each year we invite schools and individual pupils to take part in our Environmental Awards. Entries can include:

Artwork and graphics
Photography
3D models
Creative writing and poetry
Surveys or data projects
Videos or oral histories

Annual Timeline • Theme announced: November • Prizegiving: May All participants receive a certificate. Cash prizes are awarded in individual and group categories, with a memorial trophy for the best overall school entry and special prizes for creativity and innovation.

Students creating posters and project materials for environmental themes — Students creating poster designs and project materials for the Environmental Awards.

The Mix

The Mix is a one-day spring event hosted by a different senior school each year. The Society funds lunch and prizes, while pupils from across local schools work together in mixed groups. Senior students act as mentors throughout the day, and in the afternoon groups present their projects. Everyone receives a medal, and four special awards recognise outstanding effort.

Participants presenting group work at the conclusion of the event — Participants sharing the outcomes of their group projects at the end of the day.

Duke of Edinburgh Volunteering (Bronze & Silver)

The Chislehurst Society is an authorised provider of community volunteering opportunities for Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh candidates. Activities are tailored to meet individual interests and award requirements, with opportunities across:

Environmental conservation
Local History and archive projects
Social media support and digital tasks

Let’s Work Together

We welcome ideas for one-off sessions, ongoing projects, and innovative school partnerships. If you’d like to explore how we can work together, please get in touch—we’d be delighted to support your pupils.

Contact the Chislehurst Society

Large library room with tables where groups are meeting — Collaborative learning in a bright library space.

Close-up of students reviewing handouts during a workshop — Workshop activity linked to curriculum themes.

Tabletop view of posters and stationery used for environmental projects — Hands-on creativity for the Environmental Awards.