The journey through education for any child in Scotland must include opportunities for a series of planned, quality outdoor learning experiences.
Read the guidance document Curriculum for Excellence through Outdoor Learning and explore the resources available to find out how your school or centre can provide the best opportunities for creative and inspiring outdoor learning.
Places to learn outdoors
From the school grounds to going abroad, there are many locations for outdoor learning. Read more about how to plan projects that take best advantage of the places available.
About outdoor learning
Learn more about outdoor learning, with details of the available guidance, self-evaluation materials and support for inclusion and equality.
Health and safety
Concise health and safety guidance to help your school or centre take part in outdoor learning.Support materials
Examples of practice and resources to provide ideas and inspiration for learning in the outdoors.
Where to go in Scotland
Browse and search our interactive map of places to visit throughout Scotland.
Outdoor Learning: Practical guidance, ideas and support for teachers and practitioners in Scotland
This document provides new materials and resources to support the embedding of Curriculum for Excellence through Outdoor Learning.
Building your Curriculum: Outside and In
This document supports a strategic approach to the development of Curriculum for Excellence through Outdoor Learning.
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