Charity No: SC028174
Company No: 188446

Telephone:
01592 891567
Email: admin@theecologycentre.org

Nature’s Classroom is accredited by the General Teaching Council for Scotland.

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Nature’s Classroom is aimed at teaching staff who are already looking to work with children outdoors.  Its aim is to use outdoor experiences to produce:-

• successful learners
• responsible citizens
• confident individuals
• effective contributors

Nature's Classroom is primarily aimed at those who would like to or who already work with children outdoors. The training can be provided in the inspirational grounds of The Ecology Centre by Kinghorn Loch or at a host venue. It involves a motivational presentation, practical outdoor activities and group discussion.

Learning Outcomes: At the end of the session participants will have:

• a greater understanding of why direct experience of the natural world is important to children.
• learned how to use the environment for sensory development and other curriculum topics.
• gained ideas for developing school grounds and Eco Schools status.

Nature’s Classroom 2010 Sessions

Twilight Sessions - Teachers are offered the option of completing the training on one night or split over two. Full evening course Dates:   To be confirmed Time:   Costs £45 per person (includes refreshments) Split evening course Dates:   To be confirmed Times:   Costs: £45 per person (includes refreshments) Full Day Sessions Dates: By request Time: 10.00 a.m. to 3.00 p.m. Costs: £70 per person includes lunch & refreshments

To book your place or to discuss training options, please contact us by
e-mail or telephone on 01592 891567

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