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Introduction The Step Outside project, spearheaded by Dr. Emma Whewell, Karen Woolley, Dr. Tanya Richardson, Jodanna Clanfield, and Helen Tiplady, aimed to integrate outdoor learning into the curriculum for education students at Northampton University. Partnering with Teach Outdoors, the project developed a blended training course to prepare future educators to effectively utilise outdoor environments inRead more

Reading is a fundamental skill that children develop through a complex process, blending oral language, visual cues, phonics, and play to construct meaning from text. We strive to create environments that nurture this process, and incorporating outdoor learning activities can significantly enhance children’s reading development. Below, we explore the stages of learning to read andRead more

At the recent Teach Outdoors Outdoor Learning Conference, educators had the opportunity to attend a transformative workshop by Shevek Pring, an award-winning business owner, educator, and advocate for environmental and social causes. Shevek’s session focused on the use of open-ended activities to support learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). Understanding the Importance ofRead more

At the recent Teach Outdoors Outdoor Learning Conference, Molly Atkinson and her research team, including Sam Wass and Gemma Goldenberg, presented compelling evidence on the importance of outdoor learning, particularly for urban children. Here’s a summary of their findings and insights aimed at teachers, highlighting the vital role of nature in education. Why Is OutdoorRead more

Outdoor Classroom Day is just around the corner! This May 23rd, thousands of schools worldwide will be taking learning outside. In this month’s blog, we’re taking a look at ideas to take different areas of the curriculum outside. Let’s get started with the Core subjects – English, Maths and Science! English: Reading – Storytelling Circle:Read more

It’s that time of year again – SATs practice questions are in full flow, the booster sessions have begun and the timetable is full of Maths and English – definitely no time for a sneaky art project!  As educators, we’re familiar with the challenges posed by SATs preparation, particularly in Year 6. The pressure toRead more

At Teach Outdoors, we’re dedicated to staying at the forefront of outdoor learning advancements, and this month, we’re excited to share insights from two recent research studies expertly summarised by our research partner, Gemma Goldenberg (@phd_and_three). Let’s explore these findings. Speech and Language in Outdoor Settings “Language use in indoor and outdoor settings among childrenRead more

Music is an integral part of our lives. It has the power to heal, soothe, and bring joy to people of all ages. As World Music Day is approaching on 21st June, we know that Music Leaders across the country are planning activities and lessons to raise the profile of music in their own settingsRead more

This is part 2 of an outdoor learning review from Lucy Jenkinson at Grendon C of E. Lucy writes about the return to school and what outdoor learning looks like now. Return to school “____should take place outdoors wherever possible”. With clear guidance from gov.uk, we were grateful for the warmer weather as windows becameRead more