The Curriculum Based Outdoor Learning and Field Studies SSG
- Previously the Field Studies PPG.
- We have broadened our scope to include all Curriculum Based Outdoor Learning (CBOL).
About Us
The committee for your IOL Curriculum Based Outdoor Learning and Field Studies group is made up of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, united by our passion for taking the curriculum outdoors. We have a wealth of experience that we are happy to share, so please contact us with any questions.
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Dawn Thomas
Dawn is the founder of Nature Days an outdoor learning and field studies provider and consultant. She has worked in outdoor learning for over 20 years, working in a field studies centre and then setting up independently in 2007. Today she runs field work for schools on Gower, South Wales for Nursery to Year 9 and field work for GCSE and A level. She works with WJEC to develop fieldwork in the Curriculum for Wales and geography GCSE and A level.
Anna Thompson
Anna is the Education and Learning Manager for Nene Park Trust in Cambridgeshire. She is a qualified teacher and has over 20 years experience working in Field Studies and Curriculum Based Outdoor Learning. Anna is passionate in her belief that (almost) all of the curriculum can be taught outdoors, and has developed teaching programmes delivering subjects such as maths, art and literacy in an outdoor environment. Today Anna leads a team who deliver outdoor learning experiences for EYFS to A level, as well as delivering training courses for teachers who are keen to take their teaching outdoors.
Matthew Smith
Matt is the Senior Tutor at Leeson House Field Studies Centre in Swanage, which is part of Dorset Council’s Outdoor Education Service. He has worked in curriculum based outdoor learning for over 12 years and was part of NAFSO before it joined with IOL in 2016. Matt specialises in secondary school geography fieldwork but has taught environmental education to all ages from reception to university level.
An introduction of Curriculum Based Outdoor Learning and Field Studies