Deposit Return Scheme

This year our Deposit Return Scheme was a great success. Throughout the year pupils, families and staff collected and returned bottles and cans to fundraise for our school while also helping the environment. Thanks to everyone's efforts, we raised a total of €770.10.

Our work was recognised by the Re-turn Awards 2026. The judges were impressed by the effort, teamwork and commitment to sustainability shown by our school community. Our entry was shortlisted and discussed by the judging panel. In recognition of our achievements, St. Nicholas National School has been awarded a Re-turn Exemplary School of 2026 plaque.

We are very proud of what we have achieved together. The Deposit Return Scheme has encouraged our pupils to think about recycling and caring for the environment while making a positive contribution to our school. Thank you to everyone who supported the scheme throughout the year and helped make it such a success.