We are experts in education and outdoor learning, with over 20 years experience teaching in schools and working and volunteering in outdoor environments worldwide.
We can help you to provide high quality outdoor learning through our subscription memberships, online shop and courses.
We have written two unique and exclusive 10 year progressive schemes of work, have over 1,000 online resources and offer these to you at the most cost effective prices. See below for more information.
Teacher or Leader Subscription
Our Teacher/ Leader Subscription gives amazing value for money if you want to provide high-quality, progressive outdoor learning. Just £59.99 per year for whole-school access *
- Instant access to a growing library of over a thousand outdoor lesson plans, activities and guidance documents
- Instant access to our unique Pioneer Scheme © & Core Values Scheme ©: two exclusive 10 year progressive outdoor learning schemes of work, complete with session plans, assessment trackers and achievement certificates for each level.
- Access to policy, procedure and risk assessment guidance
- Guidance documents for all levels from start-up to experienced
- Our Core Values © are intertwined to all of our resources and help to facilitate holistic development and self-assurance
- We are experts in education and the outdoors, bringing together Outdoor Learning, Forest School, Coastal School, Bushcraft, Environmental Education, Field Studies and Outdoor Skills
- All of our resources are linked to curriculum subjects and topics, can be adapted for all age groups and abilities, and can be used worldwide.
* (excluding VAT).
Online Shop
Additional Online Resources from just £5
- We offer additional online resources as well as our subscriptions via our online shop.
- These include eBooks; outdoor challenges and CPD workshops.
- They involve a one-off payment and are instantly downloadable.
Parent Subscription
Parent Membership enables you to instantly access monthly outdoor activities
for just £7 per year
- 6 exciting and fresh resources every month
- Extra background information to extend your child’s learning
- Activities suitable for all ages, abilities and locations
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Testimonials
“Extremely Professional.”
Alex’s service from Outdoor Learning Made Easy was extremely professional and gave me assurance I was receiving a good service. The children’s attention was held throughout and they loved every minute. C Howes Nottinghamshire
“The resources for outdoor education are outstanding…”
“The creation of a new high-quality Outdoor Learning Environment enhances learning all in weather conditions. The provision is excellent with a range of opportunities to flourish beyond the classroom. The resources for outdoor education are outstanding and the quality of teaching is excellent. Exciting activities are planned for children to investigate and learn in a…
“I cannot thank Outdoor Learning Made Easy enough for the wealth of knowledge I now have.”
I signed up for the Outdoor Learning Practitioner Level 2 qualification course which started in May ran by Alex. I cannot thank her enough for the wealth of knowledge I now have. The course content and activities were great, and the area that Alex has developed is absolutely fabulous. It was fantastic to be able…
“Any school would be lucky to have Alex facilitate their own outdoor learning adventures.”
“Alex led our recent school expedition across Costa Rica. She was supportive, encouraging, full of good advice and fun to be around. Both myself and all of the students really loved her. We have been lucky to have Alex lead our expedition. Any school would be lucky to have her facilitate their own outdoor learning…
“Engaging instructor & more useful than normal INSET days!”
“Alex ran a whole-school, whole-day INSET training at our school. She was an engaging instructor who was very enthusiastic and inspirational. We didn’t stop the whole day (aside from breaks!). Great knowledge builder and staff team building- more useful than normal INSET days!” Teacher, Durham.
“You have saved me hours of planning and preparation time!”
I am currently setting up our outdoor area at school and as well as booking onto the Outdoor Learning course, I decided to subscribe to the website too. It’s definitely worth investing in: the teachers’ membership is full of useful documents and policies; and the resources are brilliant, giving you lots of ideas. I will…
Latest News
Book now for our Training Courses coming up this May.
Outdoor Learning Made Easy are running the following training courses this May in partnership with Cambium Sustainable and Fairfield Preparatory School: Forest School Leader Level 3 Award What is it? Become qualified and confident to lead Forest School sessions whilst improving your knowledge of child-based learning and your understanding of natural environments. When? 9th, 10th,…
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Get creative with nature and show someone you care this Valentine’s Day
<3 Why not think more sustainably this Valentines and get creative with nature? <3 We have the perfect nature craft for you to try. <3 Get creative and add your own personal twist to our design. <3 Give it to someone you care about this Valentine’s Day and spread the love…
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Summer Outdoor Challenges
Some argue that the summer is the best season to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors, with the long days, lighter nights, warmer weather (hopefully!), and thriving nature. In that case, why not try our Summer Outdoor Fun Challenges? How many of the outdoor tasks can you complete this summer? Download the challenge chart here…
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Weekend Family Fun Outside
Enjoying the outdoors is proven to have many INSTANT BENEFITS including: Improves health and well-being Reduces stress Greater resilience Personal development and improved confidence Improved family cohesion Improved behaviour and concentration What are you waiting for? Subscribe to our ‘Parents’ Membership’ for a whole year and download 6 different fun outdoor activities every month. Meet…
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We are featured in the Green Parent Magazine!
Outdoor Learning Made Easy is featured in the latest version of Green Parent Magazine.
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IOL National Conference
Outdoor Learning Made Easy attended the Institute of Outdoor Learning’s National Conference in Staffordshire on 15th October. We enjoyed keeping up to date with the latest research and developments in Outdoor Learning, which confirmed what we have believed all along. Teachers are beginning to recognise the value of outdoor learning but often lack the skills,…
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New Pioneer Scheme Level 10 topic: Independence & Survival available now! Subscribe now for full access to all 240 topic plans within our Pioneer Scheme and over 1,000 other outdoor plans activities and guidance resources.![]()
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From Our Blog
Outdoor Learning Or Forest School?
Most teachers and leaders now recognise the immense benefits of taking learning outside. However, many people are often confused about which route or professional development course to take. I often come across many who say, I’d like to ‘teach’ forest school but we only have a playing field. Or, we don’t have time on our…
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Outdoor learning helps children build ‘invaluable life skills’
The benefits of pupils learning outside of the classroom are becoming increasingly publicised, but many teachers still shy away for fear of exposing children to too many risks. In my latest article, published by ‘Independent Education,’ I explain why outdoor learning is essential for learning. Read the full published article here: https://ie-today.co.uk/Blog/outdoor-learning-helps-children-build-invaluable-life-skills/ Searching…
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Why venturing outside is more important than ever- A literature review and summary by Alex Alves, Outdoor Learning Made Easy.
Why venturing outside is more important than ever. A literature review and summary by Alex Alves, Outdoor Learning Made Easy. It’s raining… again. Your previous motivation to venture outside is descending faster than the raindrops against your window. The security and familiarity of the cosy ‘box’ of a room you’re standing in seems very appealing,…
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How to make outdoor learning a filling in your educational sandwich
Why outdoor learning should remain an important filling in the already jam-packed and fully-squeezed school sandwich of teaching and learning. How are we going to fit it all in with everything else? How can we afford to introduce outdoor learning with tighter budgets and funding cuts? These are all-to familiar questions I am often asked.…
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How Outdoor Learning supports and extends learning from inside the classroom
I may be showing my age, but it was about twenty six years ago when my teacher thrust a text book under my nose showing a picture of some Ancient Egyptian contraption he had called a ‘shaduf.’ It all looked a bit primitive to me. I remember looking at it with glazed-over eyes, thinking, “How…
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Looking after our outdoor environment
Why it’s more important than ever to hold and promote eco-friendly attitudes towards sustainability and environmental protection We all know that spending time outdoors brings many benefits for both ourselves and for the children in our care. Many schools and families are opting to take their children outside more often in an attempt to re-connect…
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