Akrotiri Environmental Education Centre reports 5,200 student visitors

The Akrotiri Environmental Education Centre (AEEC) hosted 5,200 students from 160 schools across Cyprus during the current academic year. The centre, in partnership with the Unit for Education for the Environment and Sustainable Development (EESD), facilitated visits for students ranging from pre-primary to university levels. AEEC manager Dr. Thomas Hadjikyriakou described the period as highly productive for environmental education. The curriculum included geological histories of the Akrotiri Peninsula, discussions on turtle nesting beaches, and the ecological value of local wetlands. Practical activities featured interactive QR-code games, educational films, birdwatching at the Salt Lake using telescopes, and outdoor learning sessions. EESD teacher Koula Michael confirmed that the facility operated daily, welcoming groups from every district in Cyprus. While one report specified the 2025-2026 academic year, other details emphasized continuous operations since September to connect youth with the natural environment.