Why learn in local greenspace? Find out about the benefits of using local greenspace for learning, the Scottish educational policy that supports and what the research says.
Finding your local greenspace A range of useful tools and websites to help you find a local greenspace suitable for learning and play.
Accessing your local greenspace Consider your rights and responsibilities in your local greenspace, risk-benefit assessment and how to audit your space.
Using your local greenspace Tips on developing policies and procedures, establishing boundaries and routines and activity suggestions for your first few visits, as well as ideas for parent and community involvement.
Improving your local greenspace Pointers for improving your local greenspace to benefit nature and learning, including potential funding sources.
A whole school approach to learning in local greenspace Ideas for involving colleagues, useful planning tools and links to national policy drivers and relevant research.
Further information for learning in local greenspace Much of this section is linked to from the sections above. This includes planning tools, tips for effective collaboration, educational policies and drivers and relevant research.
World Peatlands Day celebrated with record restoration figures in Scotland Job opportunities, collaboration and nature recovery show promise for the national commitment to restore Scotland’s peatlands. News - 2 June
Helping Scotland’s Rainforest thrive Helping to restore Scotland’s precious rainforests by reducing deer grazing pressures. Blog - 28 May
Consultation for Scotland’s peatlands Now open to peatland practitioners, land managers, regulators, funders, researchers, and members of the public to have their say. News - 22 May
Warning: roe deer on the move Drivers are being warned to watch out for roe deer on the roads at this higher-risk time of year for deer-vehicle collisions. News - 26 May
A Green Light for Nature South Ayrshire is becoming a leading example of how nature can support healthier, connected, happier communities. Blog - 21 May
