Nature-based learning includes a range of educational practices and experiences linked to improved academic achievement, holistic wellness, personal development and environmental stewardship. These practices may include:
- Outdoor learning experiences
- Nature-focused inquiry (in and out of the classroom)
- Play-based, forest school approaches to early learning
- Indigenous land-based learning
- Place-based learning
- Ecological/garden education.
Outdoor and indoor learning environments collectively support child development. The nature-based learning program supports students as they build language and communication skills, learn to co-operate with others, make new friendships and prepare for future learning in the school environment.
