This year, our school is working towards achieving the Learning Outside the Classroom (LOtC) Quality Mark – a nationally recognised award that celebrates schools who make the most of the world beyond the classroom walls.

Learning doesn’t just happen at desks – it happens in playgrounds, parks, museums, forests and the wider community. By taking lessons outside, we give children exciting, hands-on experiences that help them connect what they learn in school to the real world.

Why is this award important?

• It recognises our commitment to giving pupils a broad, rich curriculum that goes beyond textbooks.

• It celebrates the creativity and enthusiasm of our staff, who plan safe, inspiring activities in a variety of settings.

• It shows our dedication to developing life skills such as confidence, problem-solving, teamwork, and resilience.

From Forest School adventures, to trips to historical sites, to using the local community as a learning resource, our aim is to make learning memorable, relevant, and full of discovery.

Achieving the LOtC Quality Mark will be a proud moment for our school – but most importantly, it will mean our pupils continue to benefit from engaging, inspiring, and meaningful learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom.

Follow this link to find the latest evidence and research to demonstrate the impacts of taking learning beyond the classroom: Evidence and Research - Council for Learning Outside the Classroom