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Outdoor Learning: Benefits Teacher’s Aswell

Teaching in a traditional classroom can sometimes feel like a whirlwind of noise, visual stimuli, and schedules. This can be especially challenging for neurodivergent educators who may find the sensory overload overwhelming. How Outdoor Learning Can Benefit Teachers Sensory Break: Spending time outdoors provides a much-needed sensory break. The natural

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Outdoor Learning Equipment: Less can mean more?

Many teachers love incorporating outdoor learning into our curriculum, but the pressure to create and manage elaborate outdoor equipment setups can feel overwhelming (time a lot if teachers may not have). The truth is, children thrive on simple exploration and open-ended play. So maybe you don’t need the pinterest-perfect mud

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I am a Published Author!

“Exciting news! I’m thrilled to announce that my article on EYFS Outdoor Learning has been featured in Horizons magazine, published by the Institite of Outdoor Learning. This is a significant milestone for me, especially considering the challenges I’ve faced with writing due to neurodiversity. As someone who blogs in my

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Proud Moment: I Presented At My First Conference

Proud moment! Another step in the right direction. Just wrapped up my first conference presentation at Practicle Pedagogies 2024. It’s been a rollercoaster ride the past few years, filled with my fairshare of self-doubt and challenges to overcome. But I continue to push myself outside my comfort zone in order

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Continual Professional Development: Not just about ticking boxes

Continual Professional Development (CPD) isn’t just about ticking boxes – it’s a journey of growth for both educators and students. Here are some things I have learned from others and from my own experiences: 🤝 Collaborative and Flexible – Effective CPD should be reflective and collaborative. When participants are actively

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Why I Share Ideas

As a primary education teacher with diverse international experience, I’ve always been passionate about the opportunities for discovery and growth in outdoor learning. My passion for this approach stems from my 🎓 MSc in outdoor education. 🌱Through my reflections, experiences, and tried and tested ideas intertwined with curriculum, sustainability education,

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Breaking Into the Playground Podcast Appearance

Thrilled to share my first podcast!  A big thank you to Carol Murdoch  from I Love Outdoor Learning for giving me the opportunity to discuss my experiences and ideas for teaching outdoors. Coming from a traditional classroom background, I understand the pressures teachers face. That’s why I focus on sharing

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The Early Years Outdoors

In this blog, we will explore the crucial role that outdoor learning plays in children’s development during the Early years foundation stage (EYFS) (up to the age of 5 in the UK). We’ll delve into the advantages of outdoor learning activities, from improving motor skills to encouraging imaginative play and

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