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Welcome to the Natural Curriculum Hub Blog!

Welcome to the Natural Curriculum Hub, your go-to resource for integrating outdoor learning into your teaching practices. Developed in partnership with The Mersey Forest and supported by LJMU, our programme is dedicated to helping educators make the most of their outdoor spaces, from school grounds to local parks and woodlands.

Here, you’ll find a wealth of information, including:

• Training Resources: Access comprehensive training materials designed to help you utilise various outdoor environments for teaching and learning.
• Expert Insights: Learn from specialists in a range National Curriculum subjects and discover innovative strategies for outdoor, nature-based learning for all ages and learning needs.
• Practical Tips: Get practical advice on planning, organising and assessing outdoor lessons, ensuring they are inclusive and effective.
• Inspiration and Ideas: Be inspired by success stories and creative ideas for transforming outdoor spaces into dynamic learning environments.
• Community Support: Join a community of like-minded educators who are passionate about outdoor learning and share your experiences and insights.

Our philosophy is simple: outdoor, nature-based learning should be an integral part of every child’s educational journey, not just an occasional supplement to classroom-based lessons. We believe that meaningful learning experiences in natural settings can enhance pupils’ skills, knowledge and understanding across the curriculum.

Thank you for joining us on this exciting journey. We look forward to supporting you in making outdoor learning a vibrant and essential part of your teaching practice.

Happy exploring!

The Natural Curriculum Hub Team

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