About This Course
This day of training for teachers, teaching assistants, and school wellbeing leads will focus on making the most of your outdoor spaces for learning and wellbeing. Whether you like the outdoors or not, this course will support you to safely design opportunities for the whole school to develop confidence, embed skills, and feel better.
Who is this course suitable for:
Anyone who works with children and young people in an educational setting with access to an outdoor space.
Why study this course:
This practical and supportive professional learning day will help you make the best use of your school’s outdoor spaces to enhance learners wellbeing and learning. You will gain the confidence to design safe, meaningful opportunities for your learners to connect with their cynefin and build resilience and independence. The course is grounded in research and designed to be realistic for busy school contexts using the space you already have. You will leave with clear strategies, adaptable ideas, and a new perspective on the possibilities your outdoor space offers for improving pupils engagement, behaviour, and wellbeing through purposeful outdoor practice.
How long does this course take to complete:
The course is a one-day in-person course on 12th November 2026 at Bangor University, Gwynedd. It will run from 9 am to 4 pm and includes lunch.
Tutor:
Dr Graham French is a Senior Lecturer in Education at Bangor University. With a background in Outdoor Education, he has extensive experience in both teaching and leadership roles across various educational settings. His research interests focus on adventure education and outdoor learning, aiming to enhance pedagogical approaches and promote affective learning through the curriculum. He has also contributed to the development of outdoor education policies in Wales, advocating for equitable access to outdoor learning experiences for all students.
At the RiPPLE Centre, Graham collaborates on initiatives that integrate research with practice, focusing on sustainable and inclusive education practices. His expertise in outdoor education and sustainability enriches the Centre’s commitment to providing meaningful professional learning opportunities for educators.
Course Cost
Cost: £120 per person, including lunch
Application
Please register your interest below, and we will be in touch with further information.