Thrive Outdoors
@thriveoutdoors.bsky.social
Improving the health, wellbeing & development of Scotland’s children by leading on the development & delivery of outdoor play & learning.
For more info: https://thriveoutdoors.org.uk/
For more info: https://thriveoutdoors.org.uk/
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...
@playaustralia.bsky.social @playscotland.bsky.social
thriveoutdoors.org.uk/play-lessons...
Global Perspectives on Outdoor Play: Lessons from Scotland and Australia - Thrive Outdoors
A visit from Australia, provides Learning and Development Lead, Henry Mathias to reflect on how far play provision has come, and where it might go next.
thriveoutdoors.org.uk
December 9, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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...
@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
November 19, 2025 at 9:29 AM
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
inspiringscotland.org.uk/publication/... and thriveoutdoors.org.uk/resource/wha...
@outdoorclassroom.bsky.social @edscotlfs.bsky.social
November 5, 2025 at 11:29 AM
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
inspiringscotland.org.uk/publication/... and thriveoutdoors.org.uk/resource/wha...
@outdoorclassroom.bsky.social @edscotlfs.bsky.social
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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/
outdoorclassroomday.org.uk/resources/
Outdoor Classroom Day
Outdoor Classroom Day is a day to celebrate and inspire learning and play outside the classroom, and we want YOU to get involved!
outdoorclassroomday.org.uk
October 9, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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/
outdoorclassroomday.org.uk/resources/
🧵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. 🤸♀️ ⛹♀️
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. 🤸♀️ ⛹♀️
October 6, 2025 at 6:27 PM
🧵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. 🤸♀️ ⛹♀️
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...
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...
October 6, 2025 at 8:28 AM
📣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...
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...
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...
Starting Out to Play Guidance - Thrive Outdoors
Starting out to play: Discovering nature with babies and young children. Guidance for practitioners working with parents, families, and carers
thriveoutdoors.org.uk
September 26, 2025 at 11:09 AM
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...
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. 🤸🌳
⬇️
www.outdoorplaycanada.ca/aop10/
#AOP10 #outdoorplay2025
We are delighted to endorse Canada's latest Position Statement on Active Outdoor Play which celebrates progress and outlines a shared path forward. 🤸🌳
⬇️
www.outdoorplaycanada.ca/aop10/
#AOP10 #outdoorplay2025
September 25, 2025 at 2:41 PM
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. 🤸🌳
⬇️
www.outdoorplaycanada.ca/aop10/
#AOP10 #outdoorplay2025
We are delighted to endorse Canada's latest Position Statement on Active Outdoor Play which celebrates progress and outlines a shared path forward. 🤸🌳
⬇️
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!
Are you ready to go wild for maths?!
#MathsWeekScot officially kicks off tomorrow. Here's a quick overview to get ready:
Families >>
mathsweek.scot/families
and
bit.ly/MWSFamilyEve...
Schools >>
mathsweek.scot/schools
and
bit.ly/MWSSchoolsEv...
#MathsToday #UKMathsChatr #EduSky 🎓
#MathsWeekScot officially kicks off tomorrow. Here's a quick overview to get ready:
Families >>
mathsweek.scot/families
and
bit.ly/MWSFamilyEve...
Schools >>
mathsweek.scot/schools
and
bit.ly/MWSSchoolsEv...
#MathsToday #UKMathsChatr #EduSky 🎓
September 22, 2025 at 9:44 AM
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!
September 22, 2025 at 9:40 AM
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
September 18, 2025 at 4:07 PM
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
September 17, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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
📣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.
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.
September 15, 2025 at 8:51 AM
📣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.
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.
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.
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.
September 11, 2025 at 9:50 AM
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.
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.
📣The Outdoor Community Play Incubator Programme is now open for applications!
Apply here👉 inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-inc...
Apply here👉 inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-inc...
September 9, 2025 at 8:18 AM
📣The Outdoor Community Play Incubator Programme is now open for applications!
Apply here👉 inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-inc...
Apply here👉 inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-inc...
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
September 2, 2025 at 2:02 PM
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...
You can apply by submitting an expression of interest here 👉 inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-inc...
September 1, 2025 at 8:30 AM
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...
You can apply by submitting an expression of interest here 👉 inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-inc...
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
#EarlyYears #Primary #Inverness #Edinburgh #Perth #Glasgow
August 25, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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
#EarlyYears #Primary #Inverness #Edinburgh #Perth #Glasgow
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.
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.
August 15, 2025 at 8:17 AM
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.
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.
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❗ High risk of wildfire for nearly all of Scotland during much of the coming week.
It should barely need saying but still, please shout it from the rooftops...
📣 It is simply not responsible to have a campfire when the wildfire risk is high.
It should barely need saying but still, please shout it from the rooftops...
📣 It is simply not responsible to have a campfire when the wildfire risk is high.
Scottish heatwave sparks tenth wildfire warning
The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service is urging the public to avoid using naked flames outdoors from August 13 to August 19.
news.stv.tv
August 13, 2025 at 10:39 AM
❗ High risk of wildfire for nearly all of Scotland during much of the coming week.
It should barely need saying but still, please shout it from the rooftops...
📣 It is simply not responsible to have a campfire when the wildfire risk is high.
It should barely need saying but still, please shout it from the rooftops...
📣 It is simply not responsible to have a campfire when the wildfire risk is high.
📣 Funding Alert!
Awards of up to £5,000 and capacity building support are available for rural groups to deliver free, child-led outdoor play.
Find out more, and submit an expression of interest here 👉https://inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-incubator-programme/
Awards of up to £5,000 and capacity building support are available for rural groups to deliver free, child-led outdoor play.
Find out more, and submit an expression of interest here 👉https://inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-incubator-programme/
August 11, 2025 at 1:50 PM
📣 Funding Alert!
Awards of up to £5,000 and capacity building support are available for rural groups to deliver free, child-led outdoor play.
Find out more, and submit an expression of interest here 👉https://inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-incubator-programme/
Awards of up to £5,000 and capacity building support are available for rural groups to deliver free, child-led outdoor play.
Find out more, and submit an expression of interest here 👉https://inspiringscotland.org.uk/fund/ocp-incubator-programme/
Join us in discovering practical steps to deepen play, learning & experiences outdoors. Look forward to seeing you at our next event on Small Loose Parts Play, 4th Sept 25! Book & learn more about the many different ways we can support you thriveoutdoors.org.uk/what-we-offe...
August 11, 2025 at 10:29 AM
Join us in discovering practical steps to deepen play, learning & experiences outdoors. Look forward to seeing you at our next event on Small Loose Parts Play, 4th Sept 25! Book & learn more about the many different ways we can support you thriveoutdoors.org.uk/what-we-offe...
Join us at a hands on session. Learn how natural & scrap materials can be used to support creativity, curiosity, collaboration. Ideal for educators, practitioners. Visit thriveoutdoors.org.uk/what-we-offe... to book your place! 🌳🐚🍁 #outdoorlearning #outdoorplay #cpd @inspiringscotland.bsky.social
August 6, 2025 at 11:44 AM
Join us at a hands on session. Learn how natural & scrap materials can be used to support creativity, curiosity, collaboration. Ideal for educators, practitioners. Visit thriveoutdoors.org.uk/what-we-offe... to book your place! 🌳🐚🍁 #outdoorlearning #outdoorplay #cpd @inspiringscotland.bsky.social
Tickets still available for our 'Walkshop' where you will be guided on a short walk to illustrate a place-based approach.
🗓️ Tue 29th July, 10.30am- 12.30pm
📍 Start at Inspiring Scotland Office
🚶♀️ Guided walk led by Henry Mathias
More info and to register ⬇️
www.tickettailor.com/events/thriv...
🗓️ Tue 29th July, 10.30am- 12.30pm
📍 Start at Inspiring Scotland Office
🚶♀️ Guided walk led by Henry Mathias
More info and to register ⬇️
www.tickettailor.com/events/thriv...
July 17, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Tickets still available for our 'Walkshop' where you will be guided on a short walk to illustrate a place-based approach.
🗓️ Tue 29th July, 10.30am- 12.30pm
📍 Start at Inspiring Scotland Office
🚶♀️ Guided walk led by Henry Mathias
More info and to register ⬇️
www.tickettailor.com/events/thriv...
🗓️ Tue 29th July, 10.30am- 12.30pm
📍 Start at Inspiring Scotland Office
🚶♀️ Guided walk led by Henry Mathias
More info and to register ⬇️
www.tickettailor.com/events/thriv...
🍃Every place has a story to tell...
Join us for a Walkshop on the 29th July in Slateford, Edinburgh!
Led by Henry Mathais, this session is perfect for educators, practitioners, and community leaders!
Learn more & register ⬇️ www.tickettailor.com/events/thriv...
Join us for a Walkshop on the 29th July in Slateford, Edinburgh!
Led by Henry Mathais, this session is perfect for educators, practitioners, and community leaders!
Learn more & register ⬇️ www.tickettailor.com/events/thriv...
Buy tickets – Thrive Outdoors - Place-based Walkshop, Edinburgh – Inspiring Scotland
Every place has a story to tell!
You will leave the Walkshop with knowledge and enthusiasm for exploring familiar and unfamilia...
www.tickettailor.com
July 14, 2025 at 11:30 AM
🍃Every place has a story to tell...
Join us for a Walkshop on the 29th July in Slateford, Edinburgh!
Led by Henry Mathais, this session is perfect for educators, practitioners, and community leaders!
Learn more & register ⬇️ www.tickettailor.com/events/thriv...
Join us for a Walkshop on the 29th July in Slateford, Edinburgh!
Led by Henry Mathais, this session is perfect for educators, practitioners, and community leaders!
Learn more & register ⬇️ www.tickettailor.com/events/thriv...