Outdoor Learning Partnerships
All year groups
Regular outdoor learning sessions
Available all year
Ongoing outdoor learning for all of your pupils (EYFS to year 6), tailored to your school and linked to a range of curriculum subjects including maths, science, art and PE.
Our outdoor learning sessions are planned, resourced and taught by our qualified primary school teacher and experienced outdoor education instructor.
We offer weekly or biweekly sessions over at least one half term, up to a full school year, plus the option of a lunchtime club.
Benefits for your pupils
Studies show that regular outdoor learning has widely reported benefits for primary school children...
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Development of interpersonal skills, including teamwork, communication and leadership
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Improved concentration and attention
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Increased engagement with learning and fewer behaviour issues—particularly for children who struggle in the classroom
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Improved wellbeing and mental health
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Increased physical activity and improvements in gross motor skills
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Opportunities for cross curricular learning including science, PE (outdoor adventurous activities), maths and art
Packages
Package 1:
3 one hour lessons per class over a half term (each class every two weeks)
4 classes: £720
7 classes: £1260
Extra: 1 30 minute lunchtime club (£30 per week)
Package 2:
6 one hour lessons per class over a half term (each class every week)
4 classes: £1440
7 classes: £2520
Extra: 1 30 minute lunchtime club (£30 per week)
These are examples of outdoor learning packages I can offer. Each package is per half term. Please get in touch for a quote tailored to your school’s requirements.
All our packages include:
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Planning and delivery by an experienced outdoor instructor and qualified primary school teacher
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Collaboration with your teachers to maximise benefits and cross curricular links
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All learning resources provided
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Risk assessments provided
We work with schools in North West England, including Lancashire, Merseyside, Greater Manchester, Cumbria and Cheshire
Example: Year 5 (6 lessons)
All lessons will be adapted to meet your needs
Lesson 1: Problem Solving
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Complete team and individual challenges
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Work together to find solutions to problems
Lesson 2: Using Microscopes
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View plants and animals using microscopes and other magnifying equipment
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Prepare microscope slides to view
Lesson 3: Principles of Survival
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Discuss the rule of 3 and priorities for outdoor survival
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Construct shelters designed to withstand harsh weather
Lesson 4: Minibeasts
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Compare minibeast species between habitats
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Collect minibeasts using insect pooters, beating and sieving
Lesson 5: Knot Tying
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Tie common knots such as the square knot
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Construct a mini raft
Lesson 6: navigation
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Use a map to navigate
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Complete orienteering challenges
Example: Year 1 (3 lessons)
All lessons will be adapted to meet your needs
Lesson 1: Sensory Games
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Use all of their senses to participate in blindfolded games
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Guide a partner using clear instructions
Lesson 2: Plants
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Identify new and familiar plants
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Discuss how their needs are met in their habitat
Lesson 3: Woodland Crafts
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Create a woodland wand
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Create a self portrait from natural materials
Download an example overview for the first half term of learning here
To arrange a video call or in person meeting to discuss your school's requirements and ask any questions, please get in touch via our enquiry form or email info@nature-lab.co.uk