Environment & Outdoors

Local Resources to Support Environmental Learning

These local and national programmes offer practical, engaging ways for children and young people to learn about the environment, both in the classroom and out in the community. Each resource supports schools in helping pupils explore nature, understand their local landscape and take small, meaningful steps to care for the world around them.

From creative climate projects to hands‑on outdoor activities across Cannock Chase, these opportunities make it easier for teachers to connect learning with the places pupils know best. Whether you’re looking to enrich science, geography or outdoor learning, or simply want to encourage children to spend more time exploring their local environment, these initiatives provide accessible support, activities and ideas.

The Great Imagining

The Great Imagining is a UK-wide creative education initiative that inspires young people to imagine and take action toward a greener, fairer, wiser future. Schools can access workshops, assemblies and learning resources focused on climate, creativity and collective action.
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Cannock Chase SAC Partnership – Nature Rangers

Nature Rangers offers free educational visits for schools to learn about Cannock Chase’s Special Area of Conservation. Pupils explore habitats, discover local wildlife, understand environmental impacts, and learn how to care for this fragile landscape through hands on activities at The Wolseley Centre.
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National Landscapes Future Guardians

Future Guardians is a joint initiative helping young people explore Cannock Chase’s wildlife, heritage and landscapes. Free activity packs, maps and resources encourage outdoor learning while nurturing stewardship of one of England’s finest landscapes for future generations.
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Bee Friendly School Award

Run by the Bumblebee Conservation Trust, the Bumblebee friendly Schools Award helps schools create pollinator friendly spaces and take practical action to support bees. Schools complete fun, curriculum-linked activities to achieve Bronze, Silver or Gold accreditation.
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Citizen Science Recording Scheme

Citizen science projects enable pupils to contribute real environmental data while connecting with nature. From wildlife recording and pond monitoring to national biodiversity surveys, these schemes support science learning and encourage environmental stewardship across UK schools.
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Learning Through Landscapes

Learning through Landscapes is the UK’s leading outdoor learning and play charity, helping schools make the most of their outdoor spaces. They offer resources, training, grants and projects to embed outdoor learning across the curriculum and boost wellbeing.
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