Another successful year for Learning through Landscapes! ✅ 2025 has been a time of significant change and growth for the charity, bringing exciting new projects and partnerships, as well as a change in leadership. Join our CEO, Matt Robinson, as he looks back on 2025 👇 ltl.org.uk/news/matt-ro...

As our new My Nature Play project opens to early years settings, LtL training and development officer, Claire Abercrombie, explains how nature-based play offers a powerful, proven, and joyful way to support wellbeing and development. Read the latest post on our website 👇 ltl.org.uk/news/how-my-...

Young children are happier and healthier when they can play outdoors 🌱 That's why My Nature Play is offering training, clothing, and personalised support to 170 early years settings across England, Wales, and Scotland to help them get outdoors more regularly. Apply now 👉 ltl.org.uk/projects/my-...

Looking for seasonal ways to teach the curriculum outdoors this December? ❄️ Take a look at our festive outdoor lesson ideas! From “How to measure a Christmas tree” to “Create a snowstorm”, you’re sure to find something that fits into your lesson plans! Download for free 👇 ltl.org.uk/advent-calen...

The final report from the Scottish School Grounds Survey 2025 has now been published in partnership with @playscotland.bsky.social and @naturescot.bsky.social! Visit our website to read in full, along with the summary report and the reports from the 2005 survey. 👉 ltl.org.uk/projects/sco...

More than 75 organisations and individuals have now pledged their support for the #MadeToMove campaign! Do you believe that it’s time to reimagine school uniforms and make them fit for a modern childhood? Join the #ActiveUniformAlliance today: activeuniform.org/partners/ youtu.be/DzKVHQY6lsQ?...

In our new post, Mary Jackson has taken the time to review the Curriculum and Assessment Review Final Report, laying out the requirements and opportunities for outdoor learning. Read Mary's reflections on the report in full, including where it could have gone further 👇 ltl.org.uk/news/what-do...

A new UK report shows how deeply climate anxiety is affecting our mental health. We can’t ignore the emotional toll of the #ClimateCrisis. #COP30 offers hope and the opportunity to change things around — if leaders act for people and the planet. 🌏 www.gov.uk/government/n...

We're seeking a partner to work with us on our new #EarlyYears project! 📣 My Nature Play will support 170 early years settings across the UK to spend more time in nature. Are you the ideal organisation to help share the impacts? Download the full tender and apply now! 👉 ltl.org.uk/work-for-us/...

Inclusive play equipment doesn’t just open up the park - it opens up the world. It says: 🌍 You belong here 🤝 You matter 🎉 You have a right to play too Every child deserves to see themselves reflected in their play spaces. www.playscotland.org/playful-comm...

It was another amazing #OutdoorClassroomDay 🥳 The continued success of the campaign relies on the incredible educators, parents, and guardians who take children outdoors in support of this important cause. Thank you 💚 We hope you'll join us again for the next Outdoor Classroom Day on May 21, 2026!

Children are spending less time outdoors than ever before, affecting their health, limiting nature connection, and depriving them of important ways of learning from the world around them! #OutdoorClassroomDay helps more children to enjoy the benefits of time outdoors, and not just on campaign days!

Learning and playing outdoors during the school day supports good mental health, improves education outcomes, and empowers children to take action for our planet 🌍 Every extra hour counts, so by getting involved with #OutdoorClassroomDay, you’re helping to shape a brighter future for our children!

Did you know #OutdoorClassroomDay started with a single teacher? It's amazing how big seedlings can grow if we nurture them, which is why it's so important to get children and young people outdoors 🌱 Learn more about our humble beginnings on our website! 👉 outdoorclassroomday.com/2020/12/03/t...

Happy Outdoor Classroom Day! 🤗 Thank you to everyone getting involved! Make sure to tag us in your #OutdoorClassroomDay posts using the hashtag on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and Bluesky. We can't wait to see how you celebrate outdoor learning and play today!

Tomorrow is Outdoor Classroom Day! We work everyday to make outdoor play & learning a reality for children in Scotland. What makes a great space? Learn more inspiringscotland.org.uk/publication/... and thriveoutdoors.org.uk/resource/wha... @outdoorclassroom.bsky.social @edscotlfs.bsky.social

Tomorrow is #OutdoorClassroomDay! 🥳 No plans? There's still time to organise a great day! Discover some last minute ideas from @ltlnews.bsky.social and make sure to sign up to show your commitment to getting outdoors this Thursday! Sign up: outdoorclassroomday.com Ideas: ltl.org.uk/news/outdoor...

Only a few days left to apply for the Happy By Nature Fund! ⏰ This is a fantastic opportunity to transform your school's outdoor space for nature, learning, and play with support from our team of experts, so don't miss out!

Only two more days to go ⏰ Are you participating in #OutdoorClassroomDay on November 6? Join thousands of schools around the world in celebrating outdoor learning and play this Thursday. There's still time to sign up! Sign up 👉 outdoorclassroomday.com

The countdown to #OutdoorClassroomDay begins! 🥳 Get ready to take your class outdoors on 6 November with our free curriculum led activities for every stage and subject area. Take a look for something to inspire your lessons this Thursday 👇 ltl.org.uk/free-resourc...

#OutdoorClassroomDay is next week! 🤩 Are you ready to step outside with your pupils next Thursday to celebrate outdoor learning and play? Sign up to Outdoor Classroom Day now or discover some ideas for celebrating on November 6! Sign up 👉 outdoorclassroomday.com Ideas 👉 ltl.org.uk/news/outdoor...

Apply for the Happy By Nature Fund 📣 In partnership with @wwf.org.uk, we're offering grants, guidance, and support to help 10 schools transform their outdoor spaces for nature, learning, and play. Could your school be one of them? Visit out website to learn more! Apply 👉 ltl.org.uk/projects/hap...

Are you passionate about helping young children to experience the benefits of time in nature? 🌱 As part of our upcoming My Nature Play project, we have 7 exciting new roles available, based throughout the UK. Apply to join us on our most ambitious Early Years project yet! 👇 ltl.org.uk/work-for-us/

Apply for the Happy By Nature Fund 📣 In partnership with @wwf.org.uk, we're offering grants, guidance, and support to help 10 schools transform their outdoor spaces for nature, learning, and play. Could your school be one of them? Visit out website to learn more! Apply 👉 ltl.org.uk/projects/hap...

The next #OutdoorClassroomDay is four weeks today! 🥳 Will you join the global movement to inspire and celebrate outdoor learning and play with your pupils? Sign up to Outdoor Classroom Day now to show your commitment to taking children outdoors on November 6! Sign up: outdoorclassroomday.com

This #WorldTeachersDay, we want to thank teachers around the world for the incredible work you do 💚 We're especially grateful to those who help more children and young people enjoy the benefits of time in nature by taking learning and play outdoors during the school day. Thank you, teachers!

Next Friday is #WorldMentalHealthDay 🌍 Ahead of 10 October, discover how outdoor learning and play support mental health and wellbeing, and what we're doing to help more children enjoy the benefits of time outdoors during the school day 👇 #WMHD2025 ltl.org.uk/news/wellbeing-i...

Have your say about Learning for Sustainability in Scotland 📢 The Exploring Learning for Sustainability survey seeks responses from a range of educators to help researchers understand how LfS practices are developing. Complete the survey before 27 October! 👉 qualtrics.ucl.ac.uk/jfe/for...

This Thursday is #NationalPoetryDay ✍️ What better way to celebrate than by taking lessons outdoors? On our website, you can find everything you need to take poetry out into nature on 2 October. Why not get started with our advice for teaching literacy outdoors? 👉 ltl.org.uk/news/literacy-ou...

Are you celebrating on November 6? 🥳 Will you spread the word by helping pupils tell local representatives why time outdoors is important? Read our post for advice for UK teachers or sign up for #OutdoorClassroomDay now! Sign up: outdoorclassroomday.com/ Read: outdoorclassroomday.org.uk/...

We're excited to partner with @wwf.org.uk on the Happy By Nature programme 🌱 The Happy By Nature Fund offers schools a £10,000 grant and guidance from LtL, supporting pupils to enjoy nature-based play in nature-rich spaces. Learn more before applications open next month 👇 ltl.org.uk/projects/hap...

Nature should be part of the school day. 🍃 But for too many kids, it’s not. And many parents what to see change. 👇 That’s why we’ve launched Happy By Nature, a national programme to help schools embed nature into learning, so that no child misses out on a daily dose of nature.

By applying abstract concepts to a real-life context, taking maths outdoors can help children to make sense of tricky ideas, embedding learning through hands-on experiences. This #MathsWeekScot, discover 5 of our favourite outdoor maths lessons to try with your pupils 👇 ltl.org.uk/news/numerac...

Did you know? We offer hundreds of curriculum-led outdoor lesson ideas, available to download for free! Visit our website to browse activities by age and subject 👇

'Taking your class outdoors is like opening a bottle of pop. The first time you do it, it’s fizzy and high energy and exciting! However, it gets easier each time.' Explore educators' tips for overcoming barriers to outdoor learning at primary school 👇

The Forest Kindergarten approach involves taking children into local green spaces for memorable learning experiences 🌲 Want to learn more? Take a look at our Forest Kindergarten page for activities, guidance, helpful videos, and upcoming courses 👇

There's still time to book your place on our Lead Teacher in Outdoor Learning course! ⏰ If you want to level up your practice, join us in Stirling from 29 September where we'll equip you with the skills and knowledge to embed outdoor learning across the school community 👇 ltl.org.uk/outdoor-lear...

We were excited to welcome Their Royal Highnesses The Prince and Princess of Wales to our Museum gardens today. During the visit they met some of the students helping to bring nature back to their schools through the National Education Nature Park programme.

Are you ready for International #LiteracyDay on 8 September? 📚 Read our post to discover how to teach literacy outdoors on the day, using our dedicated tips, tricks, and lesson ideas as guidance 👇 ltl.org.uk/news/literac...

This new school year, embed outdoor learning throughout the curriculum! Book our Foundations Outdoors training for the whole team to take your practice to the next level 👇 Early Years: ltl.org.uk/training/early-y... Primary: ltl.org.uk/training/primary... Secondary: ltl.org.uk/training/seconda...

In the wake of results day, pupils and teachers alike are feeling the pressure 📈 As we head into a new school year, discover how outdoor learning and play improve attainment, and what we’re doing to help educators harness the wellbeing benefits of teaching outdoors 👇 ltl.org.uk/news/attainment-...

The Exploring Learning for Sustainability in Scotland survey seeks to better understand how LfS practices are developing across a range of schools and educational settings. If you're an educator in Scotland, please complete the survey before 27 October: qualtrics.ucl.ac.uk/jfe/form/SV_...

This Wednesday is #Playday2025! 🤸 From Bubble Play to Nature Bingo to Muddy Mark Making, take a look at our free outdoor activities to inspire your play on 6 August 👇 ltl.org.uk/free-resourc...

Climate School 180 is an evidence-informed initiative to embed climate change education and outdoor learning across the curriculum 🌍 In our latest post, Project Manager, Holly Willmott, reflects on the project's impacts two years after launch, and looks to the future... ltl.org.uk/news/climate...

Want to get a head start on improving your outdoor learning practice in the new school year? ✅ Our Lead Teacher in Outdoor Learning Course will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to embed outdoor learning across the whole school. Book your place now 👇 ltl.org.uk/outdoor-lear...

Have your say about your local play park! The Scottish Government want to know about your local space to play - how often do you go, how long do you stay, and how could it be better? Fill in this short form by the end of August to take part: forms.office.com/e/WkPx8TnJwW

A great way to get outdoors and connect with nature while contributing to a valuable citizen science project over the school holidays 🦋

"When kids play in nature, something changes. They become more present. They take risks, are eager to solve problems, and find joy in small discoveries." entrepreneurship.babson.edu/outdoor-play...

School grounds are already feeling the effects of our rapidly changing climate 🌡️ Find out how nature rich outdoor spaces bolster climate resilience, encourage biodiversity, and promote climate action — and why school grounds must be part of the climate change solution 👇 ltl.org.uk/news/why-sch...

ONE MONTH TO GO 📆🦋 Will you be joining us for the world’s biggest survey of butterflies? Spend 15 minutes outside counting butterflies and help take nature's pulse by taking part in the #BigButterflyCount from 18 July – 10 August. You'll find it surprisingly, surprisingly pleasant. 🍃