Freda Fallon

#outdooreducation #scottishparliament #youthdevelopment #educationpolicy #outwardbound #leadership #equityineducation #bbcnews | Freda F. 🌲 Big day for outdoor education in Scotland. As Scottish Parliament Ministers prepare to decide the fate of Liz Smith MSP’s Residential Outdoor Education Bill, the stakes couldn’t be higher. For chi...

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At the core of the curriculum we all strive for is a simple but powerful principle: every learner matters and has the chance to thrive. | Freda F. At the core of the curriculum we all strive for is a simple but powerful principle: every learner matters and has the chance to thrive. Whether in schools or alternative educational settings like Ou...

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Outward Bound officially opens Loch Eil Clan Village The Outward Bound Trust’s outdoor education centre at Loch Eil has officially opened its new £1.2m Clan Village learning facility.

A special celebration marking a decade of development at Outward Bound Loch Eil centre and now benefitting young people. www.westcoasttoday.co.uk/news/outward...

MSP ‘thrilled’ as outdoor education bill backed at first stage A guaranteed five days of outdoor residential education for every Scottish child moved a step closer today when the Schools (Residential Outdoor…

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Let Us Out Let Us Out

Thank you to everyone over the last five years who has raised awareness of the benefits of a residential as part of their Education entitlement! Many have written & supported the Let us out campaign. Now it is down to the MSPs to vote tomorrow on the Scottish bill. www.outwardbound.org.uk/letusout

Driving an EV is not so bad with stops like this. A short walk and excellent cafe in Tarbert at the weekend.

Now’s the Day, Now’s the Hour This Bill is good for young people, good for schools, and good for Scotland.

Scotland's Residential Outdoor Education Bill is being debated THIS MONTH (27th March)! We've worked hard to get here. Now, let's get it passed. ✅ Want to help? Just write to your MSP. Find an easy letter template linked at bottom of blog www.outwardbound.org.uk/blog/nows-th...

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From 41mins listen to MSP Liz Smith talking about the Residential Entitlement Bill being voted on 27th March by MSPs @holyroodsources.bsky.social - holyroodsources.com

Now’s the Day, Now’s the Hour This Bill is good for young people, good for schools, and good for Scotland.

Let's make this dream a reality for Scottish young people! My letters to my MSPs has gone - has yours? www.outwardbound.org.uk/blog/nows-th...

The best way to mark Liz Smith msp contribution to Holyrood would be for @johnswinney.bsky.social & @jennygilruth.bsky.social to support her Residential Outdoor Ed Bill.which will have huge benefits to all #Scotlands school children if passed.

West coast wanders…helping my kids see if you have a friend in nature, you will always have a friend in your life no matter what.

Really enjoyed the discussion on Outdoor Education and you bringing it to everyone's attention in your podcast.

Is Labour so scared of Reform it's reduced to aping Nigel? Will Sarwar's broken pledges on Grangemouth be remembered in 2026 Holyrood elections?
Audrey Nicoll MSP. Did she really choose to quit? And why we back Tory Liz Smith on outdoor education. Listen lesleyriddoch.com/podcast

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Hi am a newbie - Please recommend accounts to follow. Interested in Scotland outdoors, developments in Education, Learning for Sustainability, inclusion, opportunities for young people, low-carbon adventures, inspiring thinkers. Will mostly share on impact of Residential Outdoor Education.

BlueSky! We have arrived and want to connect with those who want to build a better, fairer, greener, kinder, safer world. Check out our #LearningforSustainability #Target2030 #LfSforAll videos to get a taste of things to come: education.gov.scot/resource-the...

Adventure Schools Manager - North West England <b>Location:</b> Northwest Region<br /> <b>Salary:</b> &pound;30,000 - &pound;38,500<br /> <b>Closes:</b> 18/2/25

Adventure Schools Manager - North West England
F/T £30,000 - £38,500 Closes 18/2/25
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With IOL Membrers, The Outward Bound Trust
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Can we agree narrowing the attainment gap & empowering youngsters needs LESS pressure & MORE time gaining confidence and life skills off the curriculum, in nature & away from home? If so, it's time to back Tory MSP Liz Smith's Outdoor Education Bill. www.thenational.scot/politics/249...

SNP 'risks defeat'if it opposes education bill which can bring 'life success' SNP ministers have been told they face defeat in a Holyrood vote next month if they do not back an outdoor education bill which experts say can help…

SNP ministers have been warned they 'risk defeat' if oppose
@mspliz outdoor ed bill. SNP MSPs on committee did not back general principles due to concerns over cost and teachers' volunteering. Stage one vote due March
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Share, share, share - lots to discuss and do as the bill moves forward - full report here where you can read about the benefits of Outdoor residential experiences digitalpublications.parliament.scot/Committees/R...

It was an early start, but I was rewarded! West Highlands stunner!

Thank you. My friends at the Outward Bound posted this stunning photo of Ullswater today

Stunning last week in West Highlands!