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Out-of-Classroom Learning policy
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Out-of-Classroom Learning policy

The RSPB believes that every child should experience the natural environment as an integral part of their education. Since 2003, and as a founder of the Real World Learning Partnership, we have campaigned for Government action.

Background

Out-of-classroom or ‘real world’ learning broadens children’s outlook, improves their motivation and personal skills, and creates a sense of place, nature, culture and history. More...

Children learning about the countryside at the RSPB Ebbw Vale nature reserve

2005 General Election campaign

In the run up to the 2005 General Election we targeted the three main political parties to make clear manifesto commitments to out-of-classroom learning. More...

Houses of Parliament, UK

Current activity

Contains recent progress and the RSPB policy discussion paper on Out-of-Classroom Learning. More...

A school visit to the Ebbw Vale Education Centre

Downloads

Out-of-Classroom Learning guide (933Kb)
Offers advice on a wide range of educational experiences away from the classroom and provides useful tips to teachers and others on educational visits.
Out-of-Classroom Learning guide - text only version (321Kb)
LOTC brochure (70Kb)
The RSPB supports the Learning Outside the Classroom Manifesto, and its aim that every young person should experience the world beyond the classroom as an essential part of learning and personal development, whatever their age, ability or circumstances. Download this brochure to find out more.