In order to achieve the above goals, the Fehi Madharusa Framework outlines criteria and targets that a school must meet. Schools are provided with a framework to follow and targets to achieve in order to be recognized for their efforts with a bronze-to-gold awarded seal.

Becoming a Fehi Madharusa is a long-term journey that requires constant evolution and innovation. To begin this journey however, it is first important for each school to know the steps necessary to meet their target. The school will need to carry out a baseline survey to understand where to start and what are realistic targets. This will inform the action plan which will need to encompass the Fehi Madharusa program’s four broad themes:

As the final step of the year-long efforts of each school, the NIE will award achievements based on how much of the action plan has been implemented and how many lessons have been adapted to include issues of environmental stewardship and sustainability. In addition, there should be a section with a reflection from the team on the school’s efforts throughout the year. The criteria for each reward level are outlined below: