Why Outdoors?

During the early years a child absorbs learning mainly via bodily movements. So there is no better place to learn than outside where they can be active and engaged.

Children are also very receptive to learning via play, talk and sensory experiences at this stage too. Being in nature and woodland provides plenty of natural elements, textures, feels and smells, using sticks and muddy puddles to make learning fun through exciting and challenging 'wild' play.

The outdoors is also a highly liberating space, with endless potential for creativity to flow. In nature’s playground, it feels like an adventure every day filled with exploration, joy and excitement.

Educational Benefits

  • Natural Environment

    Changing seasons to stimulate curiousity

    Real-life problem solving opportunities

    Understanding and connection with nature

  • Challenge and Risk

    Awareness of risks to set own boundaries

    Helps foster a ‘can-do’ mindset

    Adapting to new situations

  • Freedom

    Space to move and build independence

    Set up for collaborative play

    Encourages children to speak up and listen

  • Greater Fun!

    Bigger, more hands-on opportunities

    Environment for imagination to run wild

    Using open-ended, natural resources

Further Benefits

  • Physical

    Fresh air and fewer germs

    Increased fitness and muscle strength

    Balance and motorical skills

  • Psychological & Mental

    Accelerates speech development

    Builds resilience and ability to risk assess

    Improves attention, focus and creativity skills

  • Social

    Encourages empathy and less behavioural problems

    Builds confidence and leadership

    Greater use of team work and negotiation skills

  • Environmental

    Future Generations Caring for our Planet

    We see learning outdoors as a two-way path whereby being in nature not only benefits your child, but hopefully your child will grow up to care for nature too.

    We believe that the more awareness and understanding of nature we can inspire children to be part of a future generation who understand and have natural care for the planet.