What the Nature Friendly Schools project is doing in Yorkshire
YWT's schools project encouraged children and teachers to use the outdoors as a classroom to learn more about nature on the doorstep
The Nature Friendly Schools project was all about addressing inequalities in access to the natural environment for children, and the challenges faced by schools trying to run outdoor learning, particularly in areas of high deprivation. Development included creating outdoor classrooms, wildflower meadows, vegetable patches and bug hotels, as well as leading sessions related to outdoor learning.
Green gatherers - children from Burlington Junior School, Bridlington loved their outdoor classroom and have gone on to participate in many new nature activities Many pupils said they loved being outside, and felt more able to concentrate and stay calm as a result of their nature-focused activities, once back indoors.
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