Why Start Outdoor School

Why
Outdoor School?

What's so great about Outdoor School?

Research shows exposure to nature is important for the development of children in every way; the benefit intellectually, emotionally, socially, spiritually, and physically.

Benefits of Outdoor Education:

More advanced motor skills, including coordination, balance and agility.
Better language and collaborative skills because of more imaginative and creative play.
Increased social interaction between children.
Increased observation and creative thinking skills.
Better concentration even in children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Less stress; being outdoors is naturally calming.
Research shows students in schools with environment education programs tend to score higher on standardized tests, improve their overall grade point average, stay in school longer, receive higher than average scholarships, and display more responsible behavior in school and in the community.

Resources:
We have compiled a list of research reports that will help you prove the value of outdoor school programs to skeptical administrators, community members, and coworkers.