As schools returned (both virtually and physically) for the last half of the Summer Term, pupils at Hemel Hempstead-based Lockers Park School enjoyed taking part in a series of Outdoor Learning Challenges to celebrate National Outdoor Classroom Day. The global campaign seeks to make outdoor learning a cornerstone of every child’s day, mirroring Lockers Park’s approach to schooling.

Despite the lockdown, Stroud School pupils enjoyed what should have been Outdoor Classroom Day – virtually – which was held this week, Thursday 21 May. Outdoor Classroom Day is a global movement to inspire and celebrate outdoor play and learning, at home and at school.

Elizabeth Denyer, class teacher and qualified Forest School Practitioner at Craigclowan Prep School, explains why woodland is part of the curriculum.

Pupils at Churcher's College Junior School & Nursery are very grateful to the Parents' Association for managing to raise enough funds through various events to purchase a wonderful new greenhouse for the school.

Sophie Baber, Headteacher at Brookham School in Liphook, explains why Forest School is at the heart of an education at Highfield and Brookham School.

Within the Preparatory Department at ​Bridgewater School, our holistic approach to education ensures that opportunities for pupils to continue their learning beyond the classroom and interaction with the great outdoors are simply part of the weekly routine.