This section provides information on the different outdoor learning guidance and policy which currently exists across the country. Please note that this is not an exhaustive list and will be continually updated.

Summary of Outdoor Learning Resources

A comprehensive list of outdoor learning polcies, documents, resources, support, learning, case studies and research.

https://education.gov.scot/resources/a-summary-of-outdoor-learning-resources/

Successful Approaches to Learning Outdoors – Thematic Review

This report was complied by HM Inspectors detailing examples across the country when outdoor learning has been conducted in an effective manner.

https://education.gov.scot/inspection-and-review/hm-chief-inspector-reports-and-guidance/national-thematic-inspections/successful-approaches-to-learning-outdoors/

Duke of Edinburgh Expeditions

Guidance on how expeditions should be conducted when it comes to running the Duke of Edinburgh award. Site also provides overall information on the other parts of the award.

https://www.dofe.org/running-expeditions/

John Muir Award

Information on delivering the John Muir award in establishments, the different parts of the award and who it is suitable for.

https://www.johnmuirtrust.org/john-muir-award

  Something missing? Please contact: Jamie.dungavell@educationscotland.gov.scot