Commission for the land-based learning review: report to Scottish Ministers

Recommendations

1. Work towards the reframing of the land-based sectors as naturebased.

1.1 Develop an effective communications strategy to support the reframing of the Sector.

2. Establish clear progressive experiences for nature-based learning and climate literacy across all levels of Curriculum for Excellence.

2.1 Identify ways to support an increase in Sector school/college partnership learning pathways, offered and undertaken by schools

2.2 Provide on-going Career Long Professional Learning (CLPL) support for school-based staff and volunteers across all education authorities, supported by education providers to improve their knowledge and understanding of the opportunities within the Sector. Include practical training in supporting learning in the natural environment.

3. Ensure that the Learning for Sustainability (LfS) Action Plan refresh encompasses strong progressive learning experiences relating to nature-based learning.

3.1 Establish a robust approach to monitoring quality of the curriculum delivery of LfS, including the quantity and quality of nature-based and outdoor learning.

3.2 Promote the delivery of more outdoor learning by supporting local authorities and colleges to undertake a review of their estate, to identify the potential for carbon reduction, climate change mitigation and the creation of accessible nature spaces.

4. Ensure funding to support core and innovative nature-based education and training programmes, to ensure sustainable provision to allow for fluctuating uptake.

5. Ensure that accreditation bodies (at all curriculum levels) have sufficient capacity to respond timeously to review existing awards and develop new awards, guaranteeing the skills and knowledge requirements of the Sector are met.