Learning is not confined to four walls. When it is planned with purpose, the outdoor environment becomes a powerful context for curriculum, wellbeing and skills development.
Our work is grounded in years of classroom practice, leadership experience and research-informed pedagogy. We support schools to move beyond one-off activities and build confident, curriculum-led outdoor learning that is sustainable over time.
We work across nursery, primary and secondary, including mainstream and complex needs settings, helping staff plan effectively, manage risk thoughtfully and embed outdoor learning within everyday practice.
Outdoor learning is not a trend. It is thoughtful, professional practice that works in real schools.
“As a teacher, I quickly discovered the benefits of taking learning into the playground and beyond. Suddenly those who struggled indoors flourished, the children communicated more and enjoyed learning in new and exciting ways. That confidence and enthusiasm even transferred to indoor learning.”
Carol Murdoch,
Founder of Love Outdoor Learning
Every school is different. Context, culture, staffing and priorities vary, and outdoor learning only works when it is shaped around that reality.
Our training is developed in consultation with you and grounded in real classroom practice. Whether you are beginning your journey or refining existing provision, we support staff to build confidence, strengthen professional judgement and plan curriculum-led outdoor learning that is purposeful and sustainable.
From twilight sessions to full-day insets and longer-term partnership programmes, our work goes beyond inspiration. Schools benefit from:
Structured professional learning
Curriculum mapping and lesson development
Risk–benefit guidance
Strategic leadership conversations
Ongoing consultancy support
Where schools engage in our integrated programme, this includes 12 months’ access to our members’ platform, alongside dedicated consultancy hours to ensure momentum continues beyond the inset day.
Outdoor learning becomes embedded not through enthusiasm alone, but through clarity, confidence and follow-through.
We offer structured outdoor learning experiences designed to support both curriculum outcomes and children’s wellbeing.
From whole-school days to targeted intervention programmes, our sessions are built around purposeful learning, confidence-building and real skill development.
Our workshops are delivered in your school grounds and designed to:
Develop teamwork and communication
Build resilience and confidence
Strengthen curriculum understanding through real experiences
Support emotional regulation and wellbeing
Our integration programmes go further, combining outdoor learning with reflection, coping strategies and skill progression to support children who may struggle within traditional classroom environments.
For schools seeking sustained impact, we also offer regular woodland or grounds-based sessions that embed outdoor learning as part of everyday practice, not a one-off event.
Outdoor learning is not a break from learning.
It is a different way into it.
Joy Dunlop discusses the accessibility of Gaelic in schools, and the role of outdoor learning in connecting children with their heritage.
Carol Murdoch and Patrick Boxall explore the significance of outdoor learning, its impact on creativity, mental health, and community engagement.
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Eilidh Malcolm from OWL Scotland discusses her extensive background in outdoor learning and the importance of connecting children with nature.
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