What are the four zones of outdoor learning?
Macey Adams
2025-05-21 21:30:48
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At the Trust we like to think about outdoor learning as falling into three different levels which are:
1. Learning out of doors
2. Learning with the outdoors
3. Learning through outdoors
At level 1, classroom learning is transferred to the outdoors, for example, a creative writing lesson taking place under the trees in the school grounds.
At level 2, the natural environment becomes a teaching resource, for example, a pond dipping session.
At level 3, children and staff spend more time in the outdoors, exploring, observing and having first-hand encounters with wildlife.
Astrid Lemke
2025-05-21 17:48:01
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Various zones, each providing different learning activities and opportunities have been created linked together by a natural trial which allows safe movement between the site without affecting the natural landscape.
The natural setting of the wood encourages pupils’ learning within a natural environment and promotes their independence by challenging them to adapt to the different situations they encounter.
The opportunity to see, hear, smell and touch the natural environment around them develops their appreciation of nature and allows them to experience situations in, what is for many, an unfamiliar setting.
The outdoor learning area is a calm environment where pupils can learn whilst experiencing peace and quiet.
It is a location that provides them with the outdoor space and tranquillity to explore and make discoveries independently or with support.
Learning is multi-sensory, and pupils are encouraged to express their feelings and make observations using either gesture or through vocalisation.
Focused learning tasks and simple challenges are carefully planned to increase confidence and self-esteem.
One of the most beautiful aspects of the outdoor learning environment is that its challenges are stimulating and enjoyable.
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