Alfresco Learning

Alfresco Learning is an outdoor learning company founded by former primary teachers, passionate about bringing the National Curriculum to life through high-quality outdoor learning. We support schools to deliver inclusive, engaging and memorable learning experiences that help every child thrive.

Children’s Outdoor Curriculum Workshops

Available across Greater Manchester, North East England, West, South & North Yorkshire, and Derbyshire

Our workshops:

1. Are fully aligned to the National Curriculum
2. Are delivered by experienced educators
3. Include all resources and completed risk assessments
4. Require no extra preparation from staff

We simply arrive, set up, and deliver high-impact outdoor learning your children will talk about long after the day ends.

Current Workshop Offerings

KS1 (Years 1 & 2)

The Great Fire of London

Children explore historical building materials before taking part in a science investigation to design and build Thomas Farriner a brand new bakery.

Castles (Kings & Queens)

Discover castle features and life in a castle. Children collaborate to build a class castle and use natural materials to create their own flags.

Space Explorers

Combining Maths and History, children learn about Neil Armstrong before launching rockets and investigating how fuel affects distance.

Seaside Holidays from the Past

A hands-on look at Victorian seaside holidays, steam engines, traditional games and real seaweed exploration, finishing with creative seaside-inspired artwork.

Staff Training & INSET Days (UK-wide)

We also offer inspiring INSET and staff training days that empower teachers to confidently deliver curriculum learning outdoors.

Training covers:

1. Risk assessment made simple
2. Practical, ready-to-use outdoor lesson ideas
3. Embedding outdoor learning across the primary curriculum

Perfect for schools looking to build staff confidence and consistency.

Why Schools Choose Alfresco Learning

✔ Created by former primary teachers

✔ Curriculum-led, not “extra”

✔ Fully resourced & risk assessed

✔ Delivered in your school grounds

✔ 5★ Google reviews from schools

Visit our website to explore workshops, training and booking information:

www.alfrescolearning.co.uk

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