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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Early years practitioners! Don't miss out on your chance to get training, clothing, and a personalised plan to help you embed playful outdoor learning into your practice — applications close at midnight on 4 October! Apply 👉 ltl.org.uk/projects/my-...
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
#MathsWeekScot is back for 2026, providing a great opportunity to get creative and have fun with maths! In this post, explore how using outdoor maths trails in your activities this week can offer a holistic way of looking at maths in your school grounds and local area 👇 ltl.org.uk/how-to-teach...
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How to teach numeracy outdoors
Make maths come alive for your pupils with 5 ideas for teaching numeracy outdoors from early years to secondary school.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Join us on 24 September in Winchester for a fully funded event celebrating outdoor learning and play 📣 Whether you've previously received a Local School Nature Grant or not, we'd love for you to join us. Head over to our website to book your place! 👉 ltl.org.uk/we-are-plann...
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Woodlands ELC Centre & Hub @woodlandselcc.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Today we welcomed a group of Falkirk council educators to the hub for Nurturing Nature training lead by Jane from @ltlnews.bsky.social, a great opportunity to deepen our skills and share our ideas with others as we find ways to promote family learning in nature 🍃✨
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
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/project/my-n...
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Play Scotland @playscotland.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
In the latest episode of the Play Well podcast we speak with Mia Sundstrom at The National Institute for Play, USA about the science of play and the Institute's work across the United States. We highly recommend lining this up for your weekend listening! 🎧 bit.ly/3SxVgGh
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
As schools head back after the sunny summer holidays, parents might feel a touch of sadness at the thought of sending children back into the classroom. In our latest post, we share nine ways to encourage your child’s school to do more outdoor learning this year 👇 ltl.org.uk/parents-nine...
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Learning through Landscapes - Parents! Nine ways to encourage your children’s school to do more outdoor learning
Despite the benefits, few schools take learning outdoors consistently. How can parents help to promote more time outdoors during the school day?
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Butterfly Conservation @savebutterflies.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
There's still time to get out for the #BigButterflyCount this week. Where will you be doing your count? Let us know how butterflies and moths are faring where you live 👉 butrfli.es/3SVFepj
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Outdoor Play and Learning (OPAL) CIC @opal-cic.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
Happy #Playday2026! To celebrate children's right to play today, we've rounded up our favourite tips for outdoor play at home in case you need a bit of inspiration to take you through the rest of the summer holidays! We would love to hear yours too. Share your best play tips in the comments!
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Play England @playengland.bsky.social · 05/08/2026
🛝Happy Playday! 🎉 Wishing everyone a great day filled with lots of fun and play! 🥳 www.playengland.org.uk/newsblog/pla... #Playday2026 #PlayEverywhere #ItAllStartsWithPlay!
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Playday 2026 - play here, there and everywhere — Play England
Playday 2026 calls for support to enable children to play here, there and everywhere Today, as thousands of children, young people, and families across the UK celebrate Playday by attending local e...
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 04/08/2026
Tomorrow is #Playday2026! 🤸 This year's theme, "here, there, everywhere", highlights the importance of creating opportunities for children to play wherever they are. Visit our site to download free activities to help you take play outdoors tomorrow — filter by "play"! 👇 ltl.org.uk/product-cate...
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Outdoor Lesson Ideas Archives - Learning through Landscapes
Bring your curriculum to life with outdoor lesson ideas that are creative, inclusive, and easy to implement.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Digital spaces are changing fast, bringing new threats to online safety. In order to protect the children we work with, we're changing the way we share photos. However, everything has a cost. In our new post, we reflect on the challenge of navigating this uncertain time 👇 ltl.org.uk/why-were-cha...
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Learning through Landscapes - Why we’re changing how we share photos of children
With the advent of generative AI, the digital landscape is changing faster than many of us anticipated, presenting new threats to our online safety. Here’s how we’re tackling the latest challenge.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 03/07/2026
Across the country, more and more children are finding themselves unable to walk through the school gates due to #EBSA. Could the great outdoors hold the answer? Read our latest post to discover how you can use your school grounds to address EBSA and support wellbeing 👇 ltl.org.uk/using-ground...
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Learning through Landscapes - Using your grounds to address Emotionally Based School Avoidance
School anxiety continues to increase. Discover why nature-rich school grounds offer a powerful way to ease emotionally based school avoidance, supporting absent pupils and overwhelmed classmates alike...
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Play Scotland @playscotland.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
Join us on Wednesday 5th August in celebrating #Playday2026! Register via the link so we can shout about all the wonderful community organisations helping to celebrate the importance of every child's right to play 😍 Play - Here, There, Everywhere! www.playscotland.org/playday-2026/
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WWF UK @wwf.org.uk · 29/06/2026
Bravo to Buntingford!👏 This school's success is brilliant demo of how #NetZero solutions can help keep us cool during a #ClimateCrisis. With extreme heat events only promising to become more frequent, it's vital we invest in this infrastructure now.
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Buntingford net zero school stays cool and open during heatwave
Buntingford First School is the first in England to be net zero carbon, the council says.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
As the global average temperature continues to climb, extreme weather events like the heatwave baking Europe this week will become more and more common 🌡️ #ClimateAdaptation has never been more important, which is why we're delighted to make our School Grounds Audit tool available for free to all.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
Three days left to apply for £12k to transform your school grounds! ⏰ In partnership with @wwf.org.uk, we're giving 10 schools year-long training and support to embed nature-based play in nature-rich spaces via the Happy By Nature Fund. Apply before 11:59pm on Sunday! 👉 ltl.org.uk/projects/hap...
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Apply for the Happy By Nature Fund until the end of the day on 21 June! ⏰ In partnership with @wwf.org.uk, we're giving ten schools year-long training and support to embed nature-based play in nature-rich spaces within their grounds. Find out more and apply now 👇 ltl.org.uk/project/happ...
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Learning through Landscapes - Happy By Nature -
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Jacqui Lowson @jacquilowson.bsky.social · 25/05/2026
Today staff from Newtyle and Airlie Primary Schools took part in some staff training from @ltlnews.bsky.social to use tools sourced from a Local School Nature Grant with the children. Thanks so much to Holly for joining us for the day.
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Play Scotland @playscotland.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Playing outside is simple and free. There's no better time to start than today, on the #InternationalDayofPlay! Check out some of our resources below to get started! 🎉 www.playscotland.org/parents-fami...
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Become a qualified Forest Kindergarten practitioner this summer 🌲 Join us in Glasgow for this 3-day interactive course, designed to ensure you have the knowledge and processes in place to run your own Forest Kindergarten sessions in your setting. Book your place now: ltl.org.uk/event/forest...
Forest Kindergarten Training Course. Book your place on this Learning through Landscapes training course in Glasgow, Scotland from 5 - 7 August 2026 for £450 per head including VAT.
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Outdoor Classroom Day @outdoorclassroom.bsky.social · 22/05/2026
Thank you for another amazing #OutdoorClassroomDay! We loved seeing your photos and videos 🤗 Outdoor Classroom Day simply doesn't exist without the incredible educators, parents, and guardians who choose to take children outdoors on the day, so we hope you'll join us for the next one on November 5!
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Outdoor Classroom Day @outdoorclassroom.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Wondering what to do during Outdoor Classroom Day? Here's an easy idea with lots of creative freedom
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Today, we're celebrating #OutdoorClassroomDay at Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Ynyswen! 🥳 Pupils are brightening up this misty Outdoor Classroom Day with some colourful leaf painting. As proud guardians of the campaign, it's a joy to spend the day seeing the benefits of outdoor learning and play firsthand!
Members of the LtL team chatting with the pupils of Ysgol Gynradd Gymraeg Ynyswen in the school grounds on Outdoor Classroom Day.A Learning through Landscapes flag with a misty forest visible in the background.Pupils enjoying some outdoor leaf painting on a tarpaulin in the school grounds.A member of the LtL team with paint on her nose and cheek, laughing in the school grounds.
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Outdoor Classroom Day @outdoorclassroom.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Happy Outdoor Classroom Day! 🤩 Thank you to all the children, educators, families, and volunteers getting involved today! Make sure to tag us in your posts using the #OutdoorClassroomDay hashtag. We can't wait to see how you celebrate!
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Outdoor Classroom Day @outdoorclassroom.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
It's almost time! Are you ready for #OutdoorClassroomDay tomorrow? 🥳 We can't wait to see what you get up to! Visit @ltlnews.bsky.social to download some last minute lesson ideas, and don't forget to sign up on our website! Lessons 👉 ltl.org.uk/product-cate... Sign up 👉 outdoorclassroomday.com
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Tomorrow is #OutdoorClassroomDay 🥳 We hope to see lots of you stepping out into the school grounds with your pupils this Thursday! If you're unsure how to get involved, take a look at our website to discover some last minute ideas for celebrating on 21 May: ltl.org.uk/outdoor-clas...
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5 ideas for celebrating Outdoor Classroom Day
On 8 May, thousands of schools around the world are stepping outside for Outdoor Classroom Day – discover some ideas for celebrating!
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Play Scotland @playscotland.bsky.social · 18/05/2026
With only 3 weeks to go until International Day of Play, we're thrilled to see how many of you are getting involved! We would love to know how you're celebrating! Let us know in the comments! 👇 Don't forget to register if you haven't already: www.playscotland.org/internationa...
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International Day of Play Schools Celebration - Play Scotland
Celebrate play and Champion children’s rights  Thursday 11 June is the International Day of Play, and we...
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Outdoor Classroom Day @outdoorclassroom.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Spending time outdoors supports good mental health for pupils and teachers alike 💚 This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, take action for mental health at your school and sign up for #OutdoorClassroomDay on May 21! Only one week to go! Sign up 👉 outdoorclassroomday.com
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
Happy 100th birthday, Sir David Attenborough 💚🌍 Thank you for sharing the joys of connecting with nature, for inspiring millions to care for our planet, and for all the ways you have supported Learning through Landscapes over the years, first as a founding trustee and then as our patron.
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Outdoor Classroom Day @outdoorclassroom.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Only two weeks to go! ⏰ On May 21, get involved with #OutdoorClassroomDay and join thousands of schools around the world in celebrating outdoor learning and play. Have you got special plans for the day? Sign up now 👉 outdoorclassroomday.com
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
On 8 May, our patron Sir David Attenborough celebrates his 100th birthday 🎂 Join us as we look back on more than three decades of Sir David's support for Learning through Landscapes, as well as a message about children and nature that has never been more important. ltl.org.uk/celebrating-...
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Learning through Landscapes - Celebrating Sir David Attenborough at 100: Patron, champion, inspiration
This week, our Patron Sir David Attenborough turns 100. We look back on more than three decades of his support for LtL and on a message about children and nature that has never been more important.
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Outdoor Classroom Day @outdoorclassroom.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Outdoor learning and play enrich the curriculum by providing hands-on, meaningful, memorable experiences that cater to all learners 📖 Commit to taking at least one lesson outdoors on May 21 by signing up for #OutdoorClassroomDay now! Sign up 👉 outdoorclassroomday.com
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
With confidence and planning, any outdoor space can become a rich and accessible classroom 🌱 Unlock the potential of your grounds with our Primary Foundations Outdoors training, designed to build your confidence in teaching the primary curriculum outdoors. Learn more 👇️
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Primary Foundations Outdoors | Training
Our Primary Foundations Outdoors training will equip your whole staff team with the skills to use the outdoors for curricular led learning.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 25/04/2026
Starting in Harrogate on 11 June, we're holding five events this summer to celebrate 10 years of Local School Nature Grants 🎉 Attendees will enjoy CPD training, networking opportunities, lunch and refreshments, and go home with a goody bag! Apply for a free ticket now 👇️
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Learning through Landscapes - We are planning a celebration – and you’re invited!
Thanks to the generous ongoing support of the players of the People’s Postcode Lottery, we are hosting five fully-funded events for educators. These will take place in the venues listed below this…
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Connecting with nature as a child is the first and most important step to becoming a planet protector in later life 🌍️ This #EarthDay, discover how learning and playing outdoors can encourage climate action through nature connection at school. Read the post on our blog 👇️
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Climate action: The impacts of outdoor learning and play | Learning through Landscapes
Find out how learning and playing outdoors can encourage climate action, why it matters more than ever before, and what we’re doing to help.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 19/04/2026
Did you know? 💭 As a Premium LtL member, you'll gain access to high-quality resources and training, including our full library of online courses, live and recorded webinars, and more! Find out more or join now 👇️
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Learning through Landscapes - Become a member
Gain access to high-quality resources and training including our online courses, publications, webinars, and more.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
We know that finding extra time for #ClimateEducation is challenging 🤔 Our Climate School 180 Project Manager, Holly Wilmott, argues that the best solution is to integrate it into everything that schools do. Read our new post on our website 👇 ltl.org.uk/how-to-find-...
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Learning through Landscapes - How to find time for Climate School?
Finding extra time for climate change education is too hard. Holly Wilmott argues that the best solution is to integrate it into everything that schools do
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Outdoor Classroom Day @outdoorclassroom.bsky.social · 09/04/2026
Outdoor Classroom Day is back on May 21! 🥳 Will you join the global movement to make time outdoors part of every child’s day? Sign up now and don't forget to tell us all about your plans for the day using the #OutdoorClassroomDay hashtag! Sign up 👉 outdoorclassroomday.com
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
We're celebrating 10 years of Local School Nature Grants — and you're invited 🥳 This summer, we're hosting five fully-funded CPD and networking events, and we'd love you to join us. Visit our blog to find out about dates, locations, eligibility and how to get a ticket! 👉 ltl.org.uk/we-are-plann...
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Only a handful of places left on our upcoming Lead Teacher in Outdoor Learning course! Join us in Stirling next month for two days of training where we'll equip you with the practical skills and knowledge you need to embed outdoor learning at your school. Book now 👉 ltl.org.uk/outdoor-lear...
Lead Teacher in Outdoor Learning. Book your place on this Learning through Landscapes training course in Stirling, Scotland from 21-22 April 2026 for £295 per head.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 06/03/2026
Over 10 years, we’ve given £2.5 million of equipment to 4500 schools and delivered more than 14,000 hours of training 🥳 Our Project Manager, Kirsty Waterhouse, reflects on the impacts of the Local School Nature Grants project and how we're celebrating this key milestone. ltl.org.uk/news/ten-yea...
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Ten years of giving our Local School Nature Grants - Learning through Landscapes
We've given £2.5 million worth of equipment to 4500 schools through LSNG, plus more than 14,000 hours of training! Join us in our celebrations this year.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Only two weeks left to apply for a Local School Nature Grant ⏰ Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity to embed outdoor learning and play into the school day! With a grant, you'll receive two hours of quality staff training, £500 of equipment and more! Apply now 👇 ltl.org.uk/projects/local-s...
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Local School Nature Grants - Learning through Landscapes
Apply for a Local School Nature Grant for the chance to get free staff training and £500 worth of outdoor learning equipment for your school.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Will you help us to supercharge the school grounds agenda? 📈 In our latest post, our CEO, Matt Robinson, lays out our vision for the school grounds of the future and what we need to do to make them a reality. Read now 👇 ltl.org.uk/news/the-time-ha...
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The time has come to supercharge the school grounds agenda - Learning through Landscapes
School grounds need to be better — they need us to be brave and committed and step up. Join us in creating the Schools Ground Collective?
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 22/02/2026
"The children benefit so much from the calming, inquisitive effect of this experience." Join us in Stirling next month for our most comprehensive training course for early years professionals. Book your place on our upcoming Forest Kindergarten Leader course now! 👉 ltl.org.uk/outdoor-lear...
Forest Kindergarten Training Course. Book your place on this Learning through Landscapes training course in Stirling, Scotland from 24 -26 March 2026 for £375 per head plus VAT.
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Play Scotland @playscotland.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
How is everyone managing with the ice and snow we've had recently? Whether or not children are off for a snow day, it offers opportunity for risky, outdoor play, and it's free! All you need is warm clothes and the fresh air to let the imagination run wild. www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/play...
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Snow Day! Learning From Free Play
Playing outside on snow days affords kids crucial lessons that they cannot learn at school.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Only four weeks left to apply for a Local School Nature Grant ⏰ Don't miss your chance to embed outdoor learning into the school day with support from our team. There's training, climate curriculum kits, school grounds surveys, and £500 of equipment up for grabs! Apply 👇 ltl.org.uk/projects/loc...
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Local School Nature Grants - Learning through Landscapes
Apply for a Local School Nature Grant for the chance to get free staff training and £500 worth of outdoor learning equipment for your school.
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Play Scotland @playscotland.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
"Part of learning prudence and wisdom is the freedom to make decisions, including the wrong ones". 💡 Play is the same. Monkey bars are a curious child's best friend, let's encourage children to imagine, assess their surroundings, take a small risk, and have fun! 🎉 ifstudies.org/blog/recess-...
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Recess Is Becoming Too Safe
A former teacher explores how
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Looking to take outdoor learning further at your school? Become a Lead Teacher in Outdoor Learning this April! This two-day course will equip you with the skills and knowledge you need to embed outdoor learning across the curriculum and the school community. Book now 👉 ltl.org.uk/outdoor-lear...
Lead Teacher in Outdoor Learning. Book your place on this Learning through Landscapes training course in Stirling, Scotland from 21-22 April 2026 for £295 per head.
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Learning through Landscapes @ltlnews.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Our Early Years Training and Development Lead, Ali Aspin, has written about our work supporting early years settings to enjoy the benefits of time in nature through the #EducationNaturePark. Read Ali's blog to discover how your school or setting can get involved with this free national programme 🌱
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