Ten Reasons Why Outdoor Play and Learning is So Important
Quick Facts About Outdoor Learning & Play
- Children who regularly spend time learning outdoors often show improved concentration levels when returning to the classroom.
- Outdoor play helps children develop important life skills including teamwork, communication, confidence and problem-solving.
- Fresh air and natural daylight can help support pupil wellbeing and create a calmer learning environment.
- Outdoor learning can support a wide range of subjects, including maths, science, geography, art, literacy and PE.
- Active outdoor learning encourages children to move more throughout the school day, helping to support healthy lifestyles.
- Studies have shown that hands-on learning experiences can improve pupil engagement and information retention.
- Outdoor spaces such as areas covered with school canopies can be used for far more than break times, including outdoor dining, reading sessions, group work, performances and wellbeing activities.
- Providing shaded and sheltered outdoor areas can help schools continue outdoor learning activities throughout the year.
- Outdoor environments can help spark creativity and imagination by encouraging exploration and discovery.
- Even small outdoor improvements can make a big difference to how schools use and enjoy their outside spaces.
Bonus: Outdoor Learning Inspiration
Here’ 8 simple outdoor activities you can try this school term:
- Nature scavenger hunts
- Outdoor storytelling sessions
- Playground maths trails
- Weather observation activities
- Outdoor reading corners
- Gardening and planting projects
- Team-building games
- Outdoor art and sketching
Outdoor learning gives children the opportunity to learn, explore and grow beyond the classroom walls.
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