Re-turn Awards — Post-Primary Schools
Rated Advanced, The Re-turn Awards recognise post-primary school campaigns using Ireland’s Deposit Return Scheme to support a chosen cause. Registered post-primary schools in the Republic of Ireland submit one campaign story. The main challenge is organising participation, keeping trustworthy records and explaining learning and community impact beyond the number of containers returned.
Verified information
Competition details can change. Always confirm dates, eligibility and entry requirements on the official organiser's website.
Official website ↗Competition overview
Key information
School level
Post-primary schools in the Republic of Ireland registered with the Department of Education; special schools use the sector appropriate to participating pupils.
Registration method
School Only
Competition stages
One sector entry followed by judging and an awards celebration.
Fee
Not yet announced by the organiser
Online / in-person
Hybrid
Dates
Competition timeline
Registration opens
Not yet announced by the organiser
Registration closes
12 Feb 2027
Competition starts
13 Apr 2027
Competition ends
13 Apr 2027
Editorial perspective
Our Take
Post-primary sector only; primary and third-level are separate programmes. Entries close 12 February 2027. Eligible returns and funds: 28 April 2026–12 February 2027 inclusive. Schools manage storage and transport themselves. Collection materials and updates sign-up are separate from entering. Entry fee not explicitly stated; free materials do not prove free entry.