The LEED for Schools Rating System recognizes the unique nature of the design and construction of K-12 schools. Based on the LEED for New Construction rating system, it addresses issues such as classroom acoustics, master planning, mold prevention and environmental site assessment.
By addressing the uniqueness of school spaces and children’s health issues, LEED for Schools provides a unique, comprehensive tool for schools that wish to build green, with measurable results. LEED for Schools is the recognized third-party standard for high-performance schools that are healthy for students, comfortable for teachers, and cost-effective.
Green School Buildings Web site
Green schools are healthy for students, teachers and the environment. Built right, green schools are productive learning environments with ample natural light, high-quality acoustics and air that is safe to breathe. Schools everywhere are going green, nurturing children while saving money. Get the facts and learn how you can make the case to green your community's new and existing schools.
Learn more about what you can do to help promote green schools in your community. Visit USGBC's green schools Web site, GreenSchoolBuildings.org »
LEED v3
LEED v3 launched on April 27, 2009, including an upgrade of LEED for Schools under the suite of LEED 2009 rating systems. LEED for Schools 2009 is served by the Green Building Design and Construction Reference Guide.
LEED 2009 for Schools New Construction and Major Renovations Rating System » (PDF)
The Rating System lists the intent, requirements, and technologies & strategies for each credit.
LEED 2009 for Schools New Construction and Major Renovations Checklist » (XLS)
The Checklist helps project teams track their credits against requirements for certification.
Rating System and Reference Guide Addenda » (PDF)
This addenda document lists changes to the LEED 2009 for New Construction, Schools, and Core & Shell rating systems, as well as LEED Reference Guide for Green Building Design and Construction, 2009 Edition. Project teams are required to adhere to the Rating System addenda based on registration date. It is strongly recommended that project teams adhere to the Reference Guide addenda based on registration date.
LEED 2009 for Schools Resources & Tools »
Additional resources and tools that pertain to LEED 2009 for Schools project teams.
Version 2007
2007 Rating System (PDF)
The Rating System lists the intent, requirements, submittals and technologies/strategies for each credit and includes the Project Checklist. All LEED for Schools projects are required to achieve the new EAc1 two point mandatory minimum.
2007 Project Checklist (PDF)
The Checklist helps project teams track their credits against requirements for certification.
v2007 Errata Sheet (PDF)
Project teams are subject to errata requirements based on registration date.
LEED for Schools 2007 Resources & Tools »
Additional resources and tools that pertain to LEED for Schools 2007 project teams.
