Learning in Local Greenspace
Learning in Local Greenspace was a fully funded, priority project which involved over 100 primary and secondary schools in some of the most disadvantaged areas of Scotland. Funded by NatureScot, this collaborative project supported schools to use local green spaces, such as parks and woodlands, for outdoor learning.
Learning in Local Greenspace was a fully funded, priority project which involved over 100 primary and secondary schools in some of the most disadvantaged areas of Scotland. Funded by NatureScot, this collaborative project supported schools to use local green spaces, such as parks and woodlands, for outdoor learning.
Why encourage Learning in Local Greenspace?
Outdoor learning improves the health and wellbeing of both pupils and teachers, and can also have a positive impact on behaviour and engagement. In turn, this can lead to better attainment.
For our part in this project, we targeted raising attainment in Health and Wellbeing, Numeracy, and Literacy. We delivered long-term staff training, led and supported lessons outdoors, and resourced lessons in schools across Scotland.
Outdoor Learning Training
We delivered a number of training programmes as part of the Learning in Local Greenspace project — Maths Outdoors, Literacy Outdoors, Early Years Nurturing Nature, and Whole School Approach. We would be delighted to help your school take the next step towards learning in local green spaces. Visit our training page to browse our full range of outdoor learning training courses.
Exploring Litter
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What’s our school made of?
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Voices from the Future
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Fine Motor Stones
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A Handful of Sounds
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Muddy Mark Making
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Related Projects
Our projects showcase innovative outdoor learning and play initiatives.
Take a look at our related projects here or explore our full range of past and present projects.
This Place is Like a Building Site!
The project supports children to thrive and achieve through practical experiential learning and contribution to a shared construction project, whilst supporting teachers to develop the confidence and skills to lead similar work in the future.
SENSE – Sensory Explorations of Nature in School Environments
The SENSE project is a Learning through Landscapes partnership project funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council. It brings together academics and education specialists to explore the innovative use of prototype haptic digital devices to see if they can support the learning and development of children.