This press release describes how the Care Inspectorate is supporting care providers to create more outdoor play opportunities for children. It introduces the new 'My World Outdoors' resource which can support staff to encourage and nurture children's early learning.

The Innovation Fund for schools aims to help close the attainment gap, but don’t delay as the closing date for applications is midnight 1 April 2016. Can you demonstrate how taking learning outdoors can raise attainment in your school?

A positive approach to risk in play is being taken by specialist outdoor-based services for children. The Care Inspectorate is showing its support for nurseries, childminders and other early years care services by setting out its position on regulating for risk in play. This position statement was launched…

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The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) has received a glowing report by a Scottish Government appointed peer group. In the list of key strengths, the report noted “The depth and breadth of education opportunities present a significant contribution to a Smarter Scotland and reach all socioeconomic and geographic…