A 6-week allotment-based outdoor learning programme supporting improved confidence, resilience, teamwork, and mental health and wellbeing. Nature connection is the platform used to build self-esteem through positive connection with self, others and the environment.
Course Modules
"Course Units: (These activities are seasonally themed and differentiated based on Key Stages)
1. Introduction to Personal Development and Bushcraft and Survival: Nature connection, Nature based games and activities; Identifying strengths, setting goals, and celebrating achievements, Gratitude Practice, Bushcraft and Survival Skills
2. Resilience and Emotional Wellbeing Techniques for coping with stress, managing emotions, and reflecting on personal growth through Bushcraft and Survival Skills skills and Woodland Walks
3. Environmental Stewardship and Sustainability - Practical Outdoor Skills and Allotment-based learning: planting, food growing,– Creating a Sensory Garden and Habitat Creation through building a pond, Biodiversity in action at the Bird Hide
4. Healthy Lifestyle and Mindfulness: Exercises in relaxation and mindfulness, nature-based reflection, and understanding the link between physical activity, nature connection and wellbeing through Bushcraft and Survival.
5. Creative Production: Wildlife photography and film making, Natural Art and Nature based Music Making
6. Personal Reflection and Next Steps Journaling, group discussions, and planning for continued development beyond the course."
Awarding Body
N/A
Student Expected Outcomes
Improved confidence, self-esteem, and resilience Increased sense of agency and self-efficacy Reduced levels of stress and anxiety Greater ability to apply techniques that support wellbeing Increased engagement, teamwork, and communication skills Increased levels of nature connection and environmental stewardship Improved motivation, goal-setting and problem-solving skills
Key Stage course delivered to
KS1;KS2;KS3;KS4;KS5
Admissions Criteria
For young people (Tiers 1 and 2) with emerging social, emotional or mental health needs who would benefit from allotment-based outdoor learning and wellbeing support.
Staff Experience
Alex Hampson has over 20-years of outdoor education experience and has NCFE Level 4 in Advanced Bushcraft and Outdoor Education qualification.
Geeta Sarcar has over 20-years experience in working with children and young people, qualifications - PTLLS, MA (Design and Digital Media), BA Hons Political Science, Daryl Clough is Project Assistant with 3-years of delivering outdoor learning at Wild Earth.
Delivery Area
Allotment Wildlife Garden and Outdoor Learning Area
Programme length
6 Weeks
Transport Provided
No
Days Of Delivery
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Times of Delivery
9:30am - 2:30pm
Well-being assessment tools
Warwick Edinburgh Mental Wellbeing Scale; WHO Wellbeing Scale (up to the age of 13), My Journey With Wild Earth (Self Assessment Questionnaire), Wellcome Trust Active Ingredients, Individual Learning Plans and Reviews, Photos and Interviews, Journals
Staff Ratio
Group
Additional Notes
Ideally require a group of at least 4, Half-day / 1-day a week but this depends on individual needs and school needs. Please discuss with us and we will work with you to come up with the best offer.
