Outdoor education

Orkney has a strong sense of culture and community, set in a lively and varied environment, which shapes its outdoor education programmes. These programmes—especially residential ones—help people of all ages and abilities build personal and social skills, while also learning about the environment and development.

Activities may focus on specific skills, how people learn, or learning through hands‑on experience. Because outdoor education covers a wide range of activities, instructors need to be flexible. Teaching approaches are designed to meet the needs of both individuals and groups.

Information on the Outdoor Education programmes are available from: