Outdoor Classrooms: Comparing practical learning spaces
Outdoor learning has moved well beyond occasional forest school sessions. Increasingly, schools, colleges and academies are investing in dedicated outdoor classrooms that support curriculum delivery, improve pupil wellbeing and make better use of available estate space. Whether creating an all-weather teaching area, an outdoor STEM space or a flexible learning environment for younger pupils, today’s […]
Why Pixar is right to make screen time the big bad in Toy Story 5
By Barry Leahey MBE (pictured), Children’s Play Expert and President of Playdale Playgrounds When I attended the House of Commons in June of this year, it was to support and address the Raising the Nation Play Commission report, Everything to Play For. It was a shocking call to arms to rally behind the nation’s child health, highlighting […]
New investment will help Kingswood to continue delivering strong character education…
A trusted provider of curriculum-mapped, out of classroom learning to UK and overseas schools, Kingswood has announced plans to expand its network of award-winning outdoor activity centres designed to develop important life skills. Made possible through significant investment from Bridgepoint Development Capital, the move will allow half of UK schools to be able to access a Kingswood centre within […]