Deborah Lambert Taking Maths Outdoors

L2 Award in Taking the Curriculum Outdoors

Who is this course for?

This Institute of Outdoor Learning accredited one day course has been developed to support teachers and educators gain confidence in delivering curriculum-linked outdoor learning.

Underpinned by current research, it supports candidates to understand the rationale and approach to outdoor learning providing learners with knowledge and skills to deliver engaging, memorable and effective curriculum-linked learning in the school grounds and wider outdoor environments.

It aims to raise the profile of Outdoor Learning across the school to support whole school improvement.

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What are the award objectives?

The purpose of this award is:

To encourage practitioners to think more deeply about the role outdoor learning might have in the provision of a balanced and broadly based curriculum
To promote a positive approach to Outdoor Learning that aligns to school planning, policies and procedures
To explore materials, ideas and resources that can be adapted to a setting
To share high expectations, understanding and confidence to take the next steps to develop an outdoor learning curriculum.

Sector support and industry recognition

This course is accredited by the Institute of Outdoor Learning. It is aligned with the Occupational Standard Outdoor Learning Specialist good practice standards, set out by the Institute for Outdoor Learning.

The training is awarded by an established quality-assured local, regional and national subject specific and suitably qualified CPD provider, as identified in the PE and Sport Premium for Primary Schools (Gov.UK, 2024)

The award is aligned with the DfE Standards for Teacher Professional Development (2016).

In line with the DfE PE and Sports Premium specifications, this award provides continuing personal and professional development for staff to ensure that the quality of the teaching and provision, capacity and capability of outdoor learning in your setting is sustainable.

Course content

Module 1: an introduction to outdoor learning

1.1 Describe what outdoor learning is (and is not) and the associated benefits of being outdoors.

1.2 Describe the principles and concepts of developing a whole school approach to outdoor learning.

1.3 Describe how to monitor impact and gather evidence

1.4 Observe and support core subject-linked outdoor learning activity with defined outcomes.

1.5 Critically reflect on the delivery of core subject outdoor learning activity

Module 2: developing a wider understanding of outdoor learning

2.1 Reflect on existing policies, practices & resources that support outdoor learning

2.2 Participate in foundation subject activities with defined outcomes

2.3 Critically reflect on the delivery of foundation subject outdoor learning activity

Module 3: demonstrating effective practice

3.1 Determine risk-assessments relating to managing groups and facilitating learning when planning curriculum linked outdoor learning

3.2 Plan or adapt a curriculum-linked activity making effective use of the school grounds (or wider environment) to deliver curriculum objective/s outdoors

3.3 Demonstrate and lead an objective linked activity outdoors

3.3 Critically reflect on own learning

3.4 Course evaluation

How is the course delivered and assessed?

Candidates undertake a number of practical observations in line with the purpose of the award, which are assessed by the trainer.

There is the option for candidates develop a portfolio of evidence to record their continuing personal professional development.

IQA ensures that IOL Standards of Good Practice is established and maintained.

Candidates are informed of their result on the day of the training and assessment.

On receipt and processing of the assessment paperwork by the IQA, a certificate will be sent to the candidate.

How do I book on a course?

- This course is offered to schools as a one day INSET day.

- The course is also available to individuals attending a CPD training day! Do you want to host it at your school?

SORRY ! YOU MISSED OUR L2 TRAINING CPD DAY ON 24TH FEBRUARY 2026 at MORCAMBE (Lancashire)

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L2 Award Testimonial Statements

Interactive Activities

Excellent ideas and very informative. The training was very pratical so we experienced how simple resources can be used in many ways.

ZB 2026

Expert Training!

Interactive Activities

I enjoyed how learning was first modelled and then we, as learners, were able to have a go ourselves. We were shown simple yet effective ideas that link to topics currently being taught. I now feel much more confident teaching outdoors!

AC 2026

Great Ideas

Interactive Activities

Developed my Pedagogical Content Knowledge

Lots of natural materials, easily obtainable and cost effective were used. It has been great to obtain lots of ideas; adaptable ideas for different subjects, and to experience being a learner and a teacher. It was great to get to experience the wow factors. AB 2026

Developed my Pedagogical Content Knowledge

I was reassured that outdoor learning can absolutely enhance learning, which I believe. We were shown lots of evidence / examples to use to persuade others across the school.

ZB 2026

I loved it!

Developed my Pedagogical Content Knowledge

Very informative

Great practical ideas and loads of time to talk and share ideas. I've got some great ideas and feeling excited about sharing at school. Thanks so much! SB 2026

Very informative

Developed my Pedagogical Content Knowledge

Very informative

Great ideas! I have learnt how to implement outdoor learning more in my teaching. I don't think we could have fitted any more in! It has really helped to develop my ideas of how we can use the outdoor areas for teaching. CH2026

Great to network with others

Very informative and enjoyable day. Good to have the chance to talk to others and share ideas. I definitely have more confidence to deliver activities outside. I have taken away some good ideas and the knowledge and confidence to adapt to my setting. SM 2026

Very well delivered

Great to network with others

The course was very well delivered. I now understand now to use curriculum in a practical way, as I had little or no knowledge before. DH2026

Good Reasoning

Great to network with others

Good Reasoning

Lots of great ideas. I loved all the demos. Good REASONING behind why outdoor learning is so good. I found Sobel's Principles especially useful to guide planning and approach to outdoor learning. It was Brilliant! I can't wait to put it into practice and share with staff! HB2026