Hard barriers — steps, ramps and clothing, for example — can be overcome with commitment and a shared understanding of the overall vision
for outdoor learning in the school.
Tailoring resources Many schools have taken this concept of using the schools grounds
for outdoor learning further by the development of specific resources.
With expert planning and creative design skills, an accredited member company of the Association of Play Industries (API) will transform an unloved, unused spot into a
hub for outdoor learning.
The same planning that goes into a classroom lesson can also be applied outside, and involving the young people themselves in any
planning for outdoor learning experiences is an excellent way to generate ownership and new ideas.
I find it astonishing that people are saying that they've got a very restricted
time for outdoor learning, and rather than saying «actually we should really be starting our day outside», they then push it into a timetabled zone.
Ideas
for your outdoor learning space Landscape contractors experienced in creating outdoor classrooms and play spaces will have their own favourite solutions to enabling children to enjoy being in the great outdoors whilst learning about science, nature, horticulture, art, music, sport, and so on.
Local authority planners and architects responsible for designing the schools that have been built in the past ten years have embraced the concept that landscaping school grounds to provide opportunities
for outdoor learning makes good sense.
Establishing an «outdoor learning hub» helps teachers shape policies and
strategy for outdoor learning and encourages collaborative activity in a very natural way.
Whether your Outdoor Learning is based in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales or further afield, the Institute
for Outdoor Learning site provides access to the latest outdoor news, jobs, research, current initiatives, personal, organisational and professional development.
Mr. Pish, the traveling terrier, official mascot for Indies Unlimited, and
spokesdog for outdoor learning and literacy, has paid homage to the nominated movies in his own, indubitable fashion.
Whether transforming an unused spot into a
hub for outdoor learning or designing brand new play and sports facilities, you'll get great advice and customer service from the UK's leading play companies.
Shelters for schools can play a role in engaging children and improving overall learning experiences by providing opportunities
for outdoor learning and play.
Complementing this, the Top Ten downloads are
for outdoor learning.
Attractive templates to plan in resources and ideas for child - initiated enhanced provision, under all 7 learning areas,
for outdoor learning.
High Quality Outdoor Learning is published by the English Outdoor Council and is available through the Institute
for Outdoor Learning.
In my role at the Institute
for Outdoor Learning I've seen a steady increase in interest in how to harness the power of outdoor learning amongst teachers, instructors, youth workers and coaches over the past few years.
Immersing children in nature can help stimulate pupils not engaged by classroom - based activity, and can bring the curriculum to life, writes Andy Robinson from the Institute for Outdoor Learning
However, being outside is perhaps the best stress antidote which is why the classrooms are designed to provide easy outside access effortlessly encouraging the opportunity
for outdoor learning and play.
TG Escapes design bespoke modular eco buildings for schools and colleges that encourage a connection with the natural world; create opportunities
for outdoor learning and promote environmental citizenship.
It is being run by Anita Kerwin - Nye, Advisor to the Institute
for Outdoor Learning.
We are lucky to have a spacious school site which provides wonderful opportunities
for outdoor learning; our Forest School, Yurt, Allotment and many other enrichment activities inspire and engage our children and ensure they are happy and confident.
If you would like to see the full report, it's available on the authors website Giving Evidence and the Institute
for Outdoor Learning's website.