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

The World of Water (WOW) education programme was re-vamped last year and following its success, talks are aimed at eight to 11-year-olds and combine 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.

The company’s 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.

SEW’s Lee Dance said: “Education is our priority as we recognise the importance in sharing our knowledge of the world of water with our youngest customers. By combining topics we are able to get children excited about water and understanding the importance of saving water and being water efficient.”

Hosting a water efficiency talk can also help schools apply for Eco-School status.

To apply for a school talk email education@southeast water.co.uk – include name, address and phone number.