Wellies at the ready, an ample supply of mud and lots of imagination – all crucial elements of the curriculum at Boston West Academy. This is no radical new agenda, but part of a thoughtful approach to learning and engagement that has led to better results and a richer experience for everyone involved. Outdoor learning is an exciting, sensible and increasingly necessary part of running a school.
The school was in special measures when I joined 13 years ago. In particular, it was the children’s bond with the school that needed work; their general attitude to learning was passive, while the behaviour of a significant minority was disruptive.
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