Global perspectives: an exploration of what Scotland can learn from Australia's long-standing play movement - from rebellious beginnings to new land-based approaches that honour local heritage and culture
@playaustralia.bsky.social @playscotland.bsky.social
thriveoutdoors.org.uk/play-lessons...
Tomorrow is World Children's Day. We are at Urban95 Glasgow Child Friendly City Summit with colleagues making outdoor play a reality for all children. Join over 100 signatories to the National Position Statement on play here tinyurl.com/ffbdpjh6 #Urban95 #Glasgow #outdoorplay #WorldChildren'sDay
Tomorrow is Outdoor Classroom Day! We work everyday to make outdoor play & learning a reality for children in Scotland. What makes a great space? Learn more
inspiringscotland.org.uk/publication/... and thriveoutdoors.org.uk/resource/wha...
@outdoorclassroom.bsky.social @edscotlfs.bsky.social
Outdoor Classroom Day is 6 November! It's a global movement to make time outdoors part of every child’s day. If you’re looking for outdoor lesson ideas for school, play ideas or guidance on making outdoor learning & play part of every day, you’ll find it here ⬇️
outdoorclassroomday.org.uk/resources/
📽️For more info on Active Play, watch an Active Play session delivered by one of our amazing charity delivery partners CALA.
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Active Play is fun, inclusive and of course active! The programme helps girls get into sport by building confidence, competence, and connection with peers - all of which are essential for participation in sport.
#ActivePlay #SheCanSheWill
🧵Did you know that it's Scottish Women and Girls in Sport Week!
Active Play helps children to develop fundamental movement skills such as running, jumping, catching and throwing. These skills are the basis of all sports and physical activity. 🤸♀️ ⛹♀️
📣There is less than a week left to apply for the Outdoor Community Play Main Grants Fund!
This fund supports Scottish charities to deliver free, child-led outdoor play in SIMD 1 and 2 communities.
Find out more and apply here 👉 inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/outdoor...
Happy Friday!
Take a look at our resource: Discovering nature with babies and young children. 💜
Our resource helps practitioners support families in building strong, joyful connections to nature.🌼🌱
thriveoutdoors.org.uk/resource/sta...
Canada's action 10 years ago inspired Scotland's own national position statement.
We are delighted to endorse Canada's latest Position Statement on Active Outdoor Play which celebrates progress and outlines a shared path forward. 🤸🌳
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www.outdoorplaycanada.ca/aop10/
#AOP10 #outdoorplay2025
Maths and Numeracy in real life contexts (preferably outdoors of course!) has a huge impact on learners. Again@mathsweek.scot have brought together great resources & support for everyone!
Spaces left on the Walkshop this weekend beginning at the lovely Kinnoull Shed #Perthshire Learn more about events & training thriveoutdoors.org.uk. Each unique Walkshop is aims to help you engage with the #nature & #heritage of outdoor places. #OutdoorLearning #play #natureconnection Join us!
A great day at #csgnGathering25 yesterday. Some takeaways - collaboration & partnership are key, across sectors & across spaces. Investing not just in nature but in communities. @csgreennetwork.bsky.social @scottishwater.bsky.social @smallworldconsult.bsky.social @edscotlfs.bsky.social
There is still time to sign up for the last few tickets for tomorrow's Place-based Walkshop in Edinburgh. Learn more buytickets.at/thriveoutdoo... #OutdoorPlay #OutdoorLearning
Inspiring Scotland is delivering this programme on behalf of the Scottish Government, and it runs alongside the Outdoor Community Play Incubator Programme.
The application window opens today and will close on the 10th of October 2025.
Organisations can find out more about the funding criteria and apply to the fund here 👉https://inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/outdoor-community-play-main-grants-fund/
Scottish Registered Charities can receive up to £20,000 per year, as well as capacity building support and opportunities to share and learn from other organisations across Scotland.
📣Applications are now open for the Outdoor Community Play Main Grants Fund 2026-2028!
Funding is available for community-based opportunities for children and families to play outdoors in local green, blue, and grey spaces, using the Play Ranger model.
Take a look at
@savechildrensco.bsky.social
newly launched policy call here 🔽
i.stci.uk/dam/a-better...
Every family should have the foundations it needs to thrive.
We’re joining @savechildrensco.bsky.social
to call for Scotland’s political parties to do #BetterforBabies and make sure every family has the starting foundations they need to flourish.
Grants of up to £5,000 and capacity building support for rural and remote community groups to deliver free, child-led outdoor play opportunities.
Apply here👉 inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-inc...
If you would like to see open access outdoor play opportunities in your remote/rural community, this programme will provide you with the development support required to put your idea into action 🌱
📣The Outdoor Community Play Incubator Programme is now open for applications!
Apply here👉 inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-inc...
An opportunity to develop place-based learning practice and explore your local spaces! @creativestar.bsky.social @edscotlfs.bsky.social
2 weeks to go to Place-based Walkshop #UHI #Inverness . Learn more & book your space at thriveoutdoors.org.uk/what-we-offe... Discover new ways to explore & share #OutdoorLearning #nature #heritage @eyscotland.bsky.social @glasgowcc.bsky.social #Perth @edinburghcouncil.bsky.social
The Outdoor Community Play Incubator Programme is now open for applications!
You can apply by submitting an expression of interest here 👉 inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-inc...
We are excited to offer additional Walkshops. Come join us & explore nature & heritage on your doorstep. Comments from previous participants - 'Inspiring', 'Authentic', 'Practical'. 🌳🥾
Announcing new #ThriveOutdoors Place-based Walkshop dates & locations. Perfect for educators, practitioners, and community leaders! Learn more & register via: thriveoutdoors.org.uk/what-we-offe... #OutdoorLearning #CommunityLearning
#EarlyYears #Primary #Inverness #Edinburgh #Perth #Glasgow
If you’re a rural group interested in delivering outdoor play, submit your expression of interest here 👉 inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-inc...
What is an Incubator Programme? 🤔
The Outdoor Community Play Incubator Programme will award community groups and charities in rural and remote areas with grants of up to £5,000 and provide capacity building and development support. to deliver free, child-led outdoor play.
