Outdoor Education Bill

The Outdoor Education Bill seeks to establish outdoor education as a formal part of the school curriculum across the UK, requiring schools to provide regular outdoor learning experiences for all pupils. The bill sets minimum standards for outdoor education provision, including access to natural spaces and trained instructors, and aims to integrate outdoor learning into subjects like science, PE, and environmental studies. It includes provisions for funding outdoor education programmes and establishing quality standards for outdoor providers. The bill is intended to improve children's physical health, mental wellbeing, environmental awareness, and resilience through direct experience in natural settings.