CHILDREN in Surrey can learn about where their drinking water comes from and how to save it thanks to a series of talks from South East Water.

The company’s World of Water (WOW) education programme provides talks aimed at eight to 11 year olds and combines a number of national curriculum topics including nature and the environment, science, rivers, planning and citizenship.

Pupils will learn about where their water comes from and how it’s treated, the importance of water for their health and how making small changes in the home and garden can save a significant amount of water.

A fun education booklet includes questions, stickers, tasks, competitions and the Every Drop Counts Pledge which gives pupils the chance to become a WOW Agent by receiving a certificate and badge. Hosting a water efficiency talk can also help teachers apply for eco-schools status.

Distribution technician Warren Fassenfelt, one of South East Water’s trained speakers, said: “The talks are a fun and enthusiastic way to get children thinking about water, the part it plays in their daily life and how they can help others save water.”

To apply for a school talk contact education@south eastwater.co.uk and give your name, address and contact telephone number.