Outdoor Classroom Day - 8th May

Celebrate on May 8 and later in the year on November 6, 2025

Outdoor Classroom Day: A Breath of Fresh Air for Learning

Outdoor Classroom Day is a global movement that celebrates the benefits of learning outside. It’s more than just a break from the four walls of a classroom, it’s a chance for students to connect with nature, breathe in fresh air, and experience learning in a way that sparks creativity and inspiration.

Spending time outdoors has been proven to boost wellbeing, focus, and mental health. For students with ADHD, being in a natural environment can be especially beneficial, helping them to regulate energy, reduce stress, and engage more meaningfully with lessons. Outdoor learning encourages movement, exploration, and curiosity. Whether it’s a science lesson in the garden, a story under a tree, nature art lesson or a maths measurement trail, students gain new perspectives and often show increased enthusiasm for learning.

It’s not just students who benefit - teachers do too. Teaching outdoors can reduce stress levels, boost mood, and break the routine of traditional classroom settings. The change of environment can help reignite a sense of joy and creativity in teaching. It also allows for more relaxed and flexible interactions with students, strengthening relationships and enhancing engagement.

By taking the classroom outside, we give both students and teachers the space to thrive, not just academically, but emotionally and socially. Outdoor Classroom Day reminds us that sometimes, the best learning happens when we step outside.

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For more information on World Outdoor Classroom Day, visit: https://outdoorclassroomday.com.au