Runway's End Outdoor Centre's Environmental Programme
Empowering young minds
Climate change, sustainability and the environment are at the forefront of global conversation. But for educators, bringing these complex topics into classroom teaching can feel daunting.
The environmental programme at Runway’s End Outdoor Centre offers a powerful solution. We bridge the gap between theory and practice, immersing students in a captivating woodland setting where environmental education comes to life.
Beyond textbook learning
Students actively explore the natural world, collecting data, conducting experiments and making real-time observations. This hands-on approach encourages students to connect with nature and fosters a sense of environmental responsibility.
The programme is designed to align with curriculum objectives. Through engaging activities and expert instruction, students gain a solid understanding of key environmental concepts.
More than just the environment
While environmental education is our focus, the programme delivers a wealth of additional benefits. Students develop communication, teamwork and resilience through collaborative activities and challenges. Perhaps most importantly, we spark a sense of adventure and a lifelong love for the outdoors.
Tailored programmes
We are experts in tailoring programmes to suit all needs and all budgets, so if you cannot see anything which meets your requirements, then please reach out to our team who will be happy to create a bespoke programme for you.
Example timetable
This programme is for illustrative purposes; actual timetable may differ.
Biodiversity theme
Breakfast
Minibeast exploration
Lunch
Nightline
Pond explore
Evening
Bushcraft theme
Breakfast
Foraging and fire lighting
Lunch
Primitive crafts
Evening
Ecosystems and biomes theme
Breakfast
Caving
Lunch
Climbing
Pond explore
Evening
Energy theme
Breakfast
Caving
Lunch
Energy tracking and analysis
Evening
Exploration and navigation theme
Breakfast
Lunch
Evening
Exploring prehistoric Earth theme
Breakfast
Caving
Nature art
Lunch
Woodland walk (lichen science)
Primitive crafts
Evening
Forces and materials theme
Breakfast
Astronaut adventure
Lunch
Auto-belay climbing
Archery
Evening
Global citizenship theme
Breakfast
Lunch
Fire lighting
Evening
Vegetation theme
Breakfast
Foraging and fire lighting
Lunch
Abseiling
Evening
Life support systems theme
Breakfast
Lunch
Evening
Weather and climate theme
Breakfast
Lunch
Natural navigation
Woodland walk (lichen science)
Evening
What's included?
Follow-up information after your programme to evidence achievements and outcomes for both individuals and groups
A course director to support the smooth running of the trip with daily morning meetings, feedback and reviews
One free group leader place for every 10 participants booked
Learning outcomes discussed to ensure a tailored programme to meet school’s aims and objectives
Self-led evening activity resources (e.g. campfire, bat walk, nature trail, games equipment)
75% of the day programme delivered in small groups to a maximum of one instructor to 12 students
25% of the day programme dedicated to larger group activities of up to 36 students to one instructor
Meals and accommodation starting from dinner on day of arrival to lunch on departure day
Pre and post visit classroom resources related to your chosen environmental themes
Upgrade available:
- Pre-trip environmental tutor visit to school
- Lunch on day of arrival
- Environmental tutor led evening sessions
Pricing
Day packages
From £24 per student
Residential packages
From £61 per student per night
Outcomes
Themes
Why choose us?
- We’re all about young people growing and gaining life enriching experiences
- Our prices are transparent with no hidden extras
- We are quality focused, and safety assured
- We have experience and have been operating since 1964
- We offer support to young people who need additional financial assistance