IOL News

We would like to see the Government introduce a Nature Premium that would guarantee ALL children and young people regular and ongoing nature experiences with additional funding for those who need it most.

The DfE Curriculum and Assessment Review has been set up to review the national curriculum and statutory assessment system in England from ages 5-19, including qualification pathways.

UK National Association for Environmental Education

‘This is a very detailed report from the Marine Accident Investigation Branch and there are a number of very significant findings and recommendations for anyone operating on the water with people with disabilities. I do recommend having a read and sharing with your teams. It makes very sobering reading.’ Sean Day Chief Executive, Lake District Calvert Trust

Schools for Nature report published by WWF today finds that UK schoolchildren are missing out on the benefits of connecting with nature, with only 24% of schools providing daily opportunities to experience nature.

The IOL is supporting and engaging with the Climate Ambassadors scheme.

Regional conference Annual get together Networking CPD Developing communities of practice. Call for presenters.

Watch the video - where IOL members plan to celebrate the powerful impact of the outdoors on education and personal development

Twelve-year-old Louis Watkiss died after an accident at the Snowdome at Tamworth on 24 September 2021

The report highlights that the voluntary and community sector (VCS) continues to fill the gap of increasing need.

Recent gathering in the IOL East Region

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Government launches Curriculum and Assessment Review.

13th September – 13th October. BMC are looking for walk leaders to support the YHA Festival of Walking.

After an almost 40-year campaign, a stunning but little-known UK landscape has been awarded world heritage status.