Outdoor enrichment offers a multitude of benefits for children, shaping their lives in profound ways.
When children spend time in nature, they have the opportunity to connect with the natural world, fostering a sense of wonder and appreciation for the environment. This connection can spark a lifelong passion for conservation and the environment..
Outdoor activities provide numerous physical and mental health benefits. Regular exposure to nature improves wellbeing and reduces stress. Engaging in physical outdoor activities like hiking, climbing and water sports can help children develop strong bodies and minds.
Outdoor experiences can foster a sense of independence, creativity, and problem-solving skills. When children are free to explore and experiment in nature, they learn to navigate challenges, make decisions, and think critically. These skills are invaluable for their personal and academic development.
By prioritising outdoor enrichment, we can empower children to thrive and reach their full potential.
“Contact with the outdoors is often limited for many children in modern society,
Forest Research
and the vital experience of using the outdoors and being comfortable in nature is being lost.”
Delta ensures all children across every academy experiences Dallowgill, Patterdale and other outdoor activities including trips and visits. Outdoor enrichment is built into the Delta experience from Early Years through to when students leave secondary education, preparing them for the wider world and opening them up to opportunities for personal growth.
“Learning outside the classroom must not become only the preserve of pupils from more affluent
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backgrounds…all children should have opportunities to experience environments away from their local
area … including the natural environment of the English countryside.”
Transforming Education Outside the Classroom
Delta operates in deprived areas with children from disadvantaged backgrounds, many of whom do not leave their home town. Delta provides the experiences that families can struggle to offer.