Outdoor Learning
Outdoor Learning Program
The school runs a fully inclusive program that ensures that throughout the year all children have access to a fully integrated program of outdoor learning.
In Autumn term the children develop skills with tools- fire lighting, orienteering and observational of seasonal changes.
In Spring term the children develop skills with tools- knots and shelters, map work and nature studies linked to birds, trees, pondlife and weather.
In Summer term the children develop their confidence and resilience with the opportunity to go sailing, further map work and pond dipping.
In the summer term children also have the opportunity to undertake their RSA Level 1 or 2 sailing awards.
Throughout the year the school also runs the John Muir award scheme that enables children from Year 4 upwards to work towards this award over a period of 12 weeks, developing their understanding of the outdoors and their role within the community and linked to conservation.
What can we do with the children outdoors?
Written by Mrs Merrills
There is a huge amount of information on the internet with ideas for learning outside the classroom, the great thing is that the children may not even be aware that they are learning!!
One of my favourite websites that I use with my own children, and when I am running outdoor sessions in school, is Nature Detectives. Have a look at the huge range of activities that they offer.
http://www.treetoolsforschools.org.uk/menu/_ga=2.105383940.686809035.1584636192-522979953.1581964694
If you are looking for specific maths related activities, try Twinkl
https://www.twinkl.co.uk/search
Type in 'Outdoor Learning' in the search bar.
If you have any question please feel free to contact me via the school office.
Other great websites:
National Trust - 50 things to do before you're 11 3/4
Learning Through Landscapes