National Tree Week

Coillte Schools Photography Competition is Back!

Coillte is delighted to launch it’s National Tree Week Schools Photography Competition. National Tree Week takes place from 8–15 March 2026 and this year’s theme is “Growing a Greener Future Together”

Coillte encourages schools across the country to celebrate the beauty and importance of Ireland’s trees by heading outdoors, looking around, and capturing a photograph of their favourite tree or outdoor nature space. Along with the photo, you can include a brief description of why you chose this tree and the reason for the submission.

Entries close at 12pm on 24th February 2026, and four winners, one from each province, will enjoy an unforgettable class trip to Beyond the Trees Avondale, with lunch included.

Use the form below to enter the National Tree Week Schools Photography Competition.

1. Eligibility

2. How to enter

3. Closing date

4. Prize

Four winners — one from each province — will receive a class trip to Beyond the Trees Avondale, including return transport, admission, and lunch. There is no cash alternative. Winners and accompanying adults must comply with all venue rules and health & safety requirements.

5. Judging

6. Multiple Entries

7. Image use

8. Responsibility for entries

9. Duration of Use

10. Changes and Cancellations

11. Right to Withdraw

12. Data Protection

Each entrant (i.e. the principal/teacher) agrees that we process certain personal data for the purposes of running and promoting this competition event and confirms that the necessary consents are in place for same. Personal data we process may include but not limited to first name, surname, and school. For winners, personal data will be also used for the provision of prizes. Participation in the competition is entirely voluntary. However, please note that if the consent box has not been ticked we will not be able to enter the school into the competition. Only the school winning entry details will be shared with any other third parties (please note this may also include details of students (if photographed) including first name, surname, class and school name if applicable) Coillte will not publish the names or other personal details of entrants online without the prior consent of the school. All personal data will be handled carefully and in line with Coillte’s Privacy Policy: <a href="https://www.coillte.ie/privacy-policy/">https://www.coillte.ie/privacy-policy/</a>

13. Data retention

National Tree Week Photo Competition

National Tree Week

Coillte Schools Photography Competition is Back!

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