Outdoor Education Provider in Hampshire
Don't just take our word for it - here's some of our favourite bits of research on the benefits of embracing a wilder, more adventurous approach to education:
How outdoor learning can improve outcomes
"Outdoor learning comes in many shapes and sizes, from formal learning such as Maths outdoors - where children survey plant and animal species to gather data - to child-led play experiences, where young people of all ages are able to follow their interests, evaluate risk and take charge.
"After the return to school in March, following the second lockdown in a year, staff noticed that children were finding some aspects of school more difficult than before. There were higher levels of anxiety, and children showed less resilience in their learning. Most had retained core knowledge in numeracy and literacy, but were having trouble applying or demonstrating it."
"Learning Outside has a range of benefits for learning. Psychoevolutionary theory tells us that merely being outside in natural environments changes how we feel. Children feel calmer, more optimistic and inspired."
"This, in turn, means they are more successful at emotional regulation and social interaction. Relationships change, children are more ready to learn and they have a better-developed sense of self-worth."
The Adventure Revolution
Belinda Kirk
The benefit of adventure:
"The body of research demonstrating that physical and psychological wellbeing can benefit from exposure to nature is now very substantial. However, I'd argue there is a vital element, that of adventure, that is as important."
"Adventure doesn't have to be monumental; you don't have to climb Everest. Contrary to popular belief, adventure is accessible to anyone of any age at any time."
"We have become unaccustomed to the unknown or unplanned, even fearful of it. Instead of seeking the boundless opportunities within each unique day, a lack of certainty causes feelings of anxiety. this can lead us to live less boldly, limiting ourselves by avoiding challenges."
"It's more than mastering a kayak roll or nailing a red run on the ski slopes that boosts self-efficacy... It's noticing our capacity to rise to a challenge and overcome difficult situations we'd never have thought possible that impacts how we see ourselves."
Outdoor Education Provider in Hampshire
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