SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITIES RESOURCES
Our in-depth knowledge and experience make us the perfect partner for schools and communities. We pride ourselves on providing expert advice and assistance to all groups, schools and charities. Explore our resource section with information on A Curriculum for Excellence, Positive Action on Poverty, plus 50 Ways to experience Outdoors, inspired by the National Trust’s 50 Things to do before you're 11¾ and was created by a group of teachers across Edinburgh schools. The idea was to highlight some of the top Outdoor destination experiences in Edinburgh and provide a suite of activities that could be done in the school grounds or local green spaces. We hope you enjoy working through our 50 Ways and please share your activities on the Outdoor Learning Map. You can also learn about Forest school and Kindergarten. A comprehensive guide The Education Scotland guide to Outdoor Learning (2.5mb pdf) is also available to download.
CURRICULUM FOR EXCELLENCE
The journey through education for any child in Scotland must include planned, quality Outdoor Learning Experiences. Here you will find help and support to embed Outdoor Learning in your delivery of the curriculum, progressively and sustainably.
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OUTDOOR LEARNING MAP
Wouldn’t it be great to see how and where others are using Edinburgh’s outdoor space? This unique resource allows you to view and share a multitude of Outdoor Learning opportunities across the city.
50 WAYS TO EXPERIENCE OUTDOORS
Not sure how or where to get started? Novices to experts will find ideas and top picks for taking learning outside the classroom; from Edinburgh’s top ten sites to activities to do on concrete.
EVERY CHILD, EVERY CHANCE
Over 20% of children in Edinburgh live in poverty. The City of Edinburgh Council is committed to reducing inequality and tackling child poverty. Here you will find help and support to embed practical poverty proofing ideas to make Outdoor Learning accessible to all.
NETWORKS IN ACTION
The Edinburgh Outdoor Learning Network brings providers together to share ideas and practice. Our Teacher's Outdoor Learning Forum is a community where advice, ideas and enthusiasm for Outdoor Learning are shared.
FOREST SCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN
Forest schools and kindergartens are for everyone. Both children and adults are supported in their learning and encouraged to explore the outdoor environment and appreciate nature.
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