Access Adventure
Inspiring potential and achievement through high-quality inclusive learning programmes
The Outdoors Participation Team offers a variety of activities which lay the groundwork for the rest of a young person’s life, enabling them to become successful in education and employment.
We want to encourage young people to get outside, enjoy taking part in outdoor activities and develop a love for everything outdoors.
Outdoor Achieves
Our most popular programme, Outdoor Achieves offers young people a programme of 1-1 support through weekly outdoor sessions.
Programmes support life skills, communication, resilience and a sense of self-worth, enhancing future achievement, attainment and success. Where appropriate, young people may work towards achievements through nationally recognised youth awards such as the Duke of Edinburgh's Award and John Muir Award, or other adventurous activity awards.
The Access Adventure team provide termly reports and attend meetings with education and healthcare processionals to provide evidence of the individual's personal progress. Transport is also arranged as part of the programme.
Eligibility and application
This programme is suitable for:
- young people who have an Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP)
- young people who are involved in multi-agency support
- young people who are not currently in education, employment or training
I feel that Hampshire Outdoors has an approach which puts them above other services.
Their approach is bespoke to the CYP in their care and they have an interest in matching them with a staff member who can support and understand their needs which is fundamental to connect with autistic young people or who have a learning disability.
Outdoor Creatives
Centred around bushcraft and outdoor learning models, this provision encourages young people to be creative and independent as they explore the environment around them. Pupils will discover resilience, teamwork, confidence and ultimately the best version of themselves.
This small group work programme is based at Minstead Study Centre, a unique learning environment set amongst the beautiful woodlands of the New Forest. The site at Minstead benefits orienteering, map reading and horticultural skills. Our newly installed outdoor classroom allows for activities to take place whatever the weather, such as firelighting, smores and other essential hands-on outdoor experiences.
For further information about this programme, contact the Access Adventure team.
JT always talks enthusiastically about attending his sessions, he talks fondly about the experiences he has and always engages in lessons with us after his sessions with Hampshire Outdoors.
Further information and contact
SEN case workers can use the referral form for all Access Adventure programmes:
For more information on Access Adventure programmes and how to apply for them, contact the Outdoor Participation team:
