Explore, learn and have fun outdoors!

Child enjoying outdoor learning in Inverness graphic

Go Flourish gardens provide the perfect backdrop for hands-on, outdoor learning that brings subjects to life in exciting and interactive ways. Whether it’s exploring scientific concepts like evaporation, discovering the beauty of nature’s patterns, or even learning about our bodies, outdoor education offers endless opportunities for growth and creativity.

primary school pupil enjoying outdoor learning in Inverness

Here are just a few examples of what children can learn and be taught through outdoor learning, sparking curiosity and allowing a deeper connection to the world around them.

Fun Facts

Child learning multiplication and division through nature

Maths

By grouping sticks, stones, or leaves, you can learn how multiplication and division work —nature is your own personal calculator!

Leaves showing the symmetry and patterns found in nature

Numeracy and Art

Nature is full of hidden shapes! From the petals of a flower to the patterns in a pine cone, you can spot symmetry everywhere.

Outdoor learning teaches that bird feeders protect nature's food chain

Science and Technology

When you make a bird feeder, you're not just feeding birds—you're helping protect nature’s food chain and learning how animals rely on each other to survive!

Child drawing a body shape in chalk

Health and Well-being

Did you know your body is like a map? When you trace your body on the ground, you can learn about all the amazing parts that help you move, breathe, and play!

Kids taking part in outdoor learning literacy activity
Child learning storytelling with story sticks

Literacy and Performance Art

Did you know that trees can tell stories? By using story sticks, you can create your own nature tale — each stick helps tell a part of the adventure!

Primary school kids in outdoor learning lesson

RME and Literacy

Nature is full of stories waiting to be told! From the origins of rivers to the names of plants, every rock, tree, and animal holds a tale. 

Making hot chocolate to understand science

Science

Did you know that you can learn science while making hot chocolate? When you boil water over a fire, you’re not just warming up — you’re learning about evaporation, heat transfer, and even fire safety. Nature’s the best classroom for understanding how the world works!

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With your support, we can bring the life-changing benefits of outdoor learning and gardening to even more children.