The main objective of the project was to promote circular behaviour among primary school pupils by equipping teachers with practical, high-quality, and accessible educational tools. We aimed to support schools in embedding sustainability and circular economy principles into everyday teaching through engaging microlearning. Specifically, we wanted to: (1) develop a collection of digital micro-lessons tailored for pupils aged 6–11; (2) design a micro-certification framework to recognise pupils' learning achievements; (3) provide teachers with a comprehensive toolkit and lesson plans to facilitate classroom implementation; and (4) build a sustainable online platform to host and disseminate all outputs. By achieving these goals, the project intended to raise awareness of circular thinking at an early age and support the transition toward greener, more responsible educational practices.
We applied for this project in response to the urgent need to introduce circular economy principles into primary education in a way that is practical, engaging, and age-appropriate. While sustainability is increasingly present in policy and curriculum frameworks, there was a clear lack of ready-to-use, pedagogically sound materials for younger learners that address circular behaviour in a meaningful way. Teachers also reported the need for simple tools and guidance to integrate such topics into their lessons without extensive preparation or prior expertise. The project responded to these needs by developing a comprehensive set of digital micro-lessons, a micro-certification scheme, and a teacher support package. It aimed not only to deliver content but also to foster behavioural change and build long-term environmental awareness among pupils, while supporting teachers with practical, accessible tools.