Understanding the impact of outdoor learning is key to ensuring it is effective, meaningful, and sustainable. Measuring impact helps demonstrate the benefits to learners, staff, and the wider school community while also providing evidence for inspection bodies, leadership teams, and funding applications.
Ways to measure impact include:
- Observations – Tracking engagement, collaboration, and skill development in outdoor sessions.
- Pupil Voice – Gathering feedback from children on their experiences and learning outdoors.
- Staff Reflections – Evaluating confidence, practice, and perceived benefits of outdoor learning.
- Assessment Data – Looking at improvements in attainment, wellbeing, and social skills.
- Parental Feedback – Understanding how outdoor learning is perceived beyond the school setting.
Outdoor Learning Audit and Evaluation Tool
Outdoor Learning Audit & Evaluation Tool
This tool is designed to help schools and nurseries assess, reflect on, and enhance their outdoor learning provision. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve existing practices, this resource will support you in identifying strengths, areas for development, and next steps.
Use this tool to:
- Evaluate how outdoor learning is currently embedded in your setting
- Identify opportunities for growth and improvement
- Support strategic planning and staff development
- Ensure outdoor learning aligns with wider school goals and policies
For those looking for deeper support, we offer a comprehensive audit and evaluation service. This includes a detailed review of your current outdoor learning provision, personalised recommendations, and practical guidance on how to embed outdoor learning across your setting.
If you’re interested in this service or need guidance on using the tool, please email us – we’re happy to help!
