Our son missed the training event on 2/3/26 due to illness on the day. He was later told there would be some sort of catch up event which never materialised. We were called the day before the camp (1... See more
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We have used School of Outdoors for Bronze and Silver Duke of Edinburgh. Very professional, great communications and also made it fun. Map reading and survival skills are an absolute must, and it g... See more
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Both my boys’ school uses School of Outdoors for the Expedition part of the DofE. Our younger son completed his Bronze part with them and our older one the Gold one. The company were excellent!! V... See more
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Supportive throughout the whole process in and outside of school and very easy for my son to load his evidence. As well as helping the local community, learning a new skill etc he met new people and i... See more
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About School of Outdoors
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We constantly asking the following three questions of everyone involved, and in every situation.
1. Is it the best it can be?
2. Has there been impact?
3. Have there been meaningful connections?
Underpinning our vision and these questions is a deep rooted belief in our outdoor education and meaningful experiences in the outdoors. This is borne from the directors own journeys through the outdoors, from novice, to leader, to champion of programmes and qualifications for others.
The benefits of outdoor experiences are widely evidenced, and our belief in its ability to build confidence, skills, team work, leadership and a greater love for the outdoor environment is the foundation of all we do. We aim to build programmes that offer positive experiences for every participant. We recognise that everyone has different needs; talk to us, and we will do all we can to understand and respond to those needs.
We care. A lot. We care that every participant on every single one of courses has an enjoyable and meaningful learning journey. That our Staff are valued and deserve investment, time and to be heard. We care about connection and belonging, and design our programmes to offer every participant and Staff member the opportunity to feel part of something with consequence.
We strive for excellence, but recognise that we are also only human. We want to be the very best we can be, so we need our participants, Staff and customers to tell us what we are doing right, and if there is anything we could do better. Belonging means being heard and valued, we hope to foster an environment where everyone feels that way. Only then can we be the best we can be.
1. Is it the best it can be?
2. Has there been impact?
3. Have there been meaningful connections?
Underpinning our vision and these questions is a deep rooted belief in our outdoor education and meaningful experiences in the outdoors. This is borne from the directors own journeys through the outdoors, from novice, to leader, to champion of programmes and qualifications for others.
The benefits of outdoor experiences are widely evidenced, and our belief in its ability to build confidence, skills, team work, leadership and a greater love for the outdoor environment is the foundation of all we do. We aim to build programmes that offer positive experiences for every participant. We recognise that everyone has different needs; talk to us, and we will do all we can to understand and respond to those needs.
We care. A lot. We care that every participant on every single one of courses has an enjoyable and meaningful learning journey. That our Staff are valued and deserve investment, time and to be heard. We care about connection and belonging, and design our programmes to offer every participant and Staff member the opportunity to feel part of something with consequence.
We strive for excellence, but recognise that we are also only human. We want to be the very best we can be, so we need our participants, Staff and customers to tell us what we are doing right, and if there is anything we could do better. Belonging means being heard and valued, we hope to foster an environment where everyone feels that way. Only then can we be the best we can be.
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Sutherland Walk, HP21 7NS, Aylesbury, United Kingdom
- 0129 633 6644
- info@schoolofourdoors.uk
- schoolofoutdoors.uk
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Instructors were good, kept the students well motivated. Weather was great for DofE
March 25, 2023
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Great Experiance
Very well organised and informative. Great experience for those who attend, learn key life skills such as team work, independance and much much more.
July 7, 2022
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Great opportunity for young people to…
Great opportunity for young people to experience the outdoors, gain independence and work together. Builds resilience and promotes a sense of personal achievement.
July 2, 2022
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Great opportunity
Great opportunity. Well organised and just a great experience for any child x
May 5, 2023
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Thank you for the 5* rating
Really helpful friendly instructors
Really helpful friendly instructors - supporting the children through the expedition.
March 11, 2023
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The people.Loved the experience.
July 9, 2022
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Reply from School of Outdoors
Thank you for the 5* rating
Great company
This company is great, the staff on the expeditions are amazing. Oliver was a great support to my daughter who was struggling at some points on the expedition and he helped her to complete it. Thoroughly recommend this company.
July 10, 2022
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Reply from School of Outdoors
Thank you for the 5* rating. We will pass your comment onto Oliver :)
Helpful instructors
June 24, 2022
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DofE Gold Preparation Day
My daughter enjoyed the preparation day in advance of her DofE Gold award expedition. The leader was very knowledgeable and experienced which helped greatly. My daughter was given some great tips on things to do before the overnight expeditions take place.
April 16, 2023
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Thank you for the 5* rating
Helpful instructors gave sound guidance
My son enjoyed the training day where he learned new skills. He felt supported in his group by trainers to plan adequately for his practice expedition. During the practice expedition, the instructors gave good feedback and guidance about areas in which they could improve.
April 15, 2023
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Thank you for the 5* rating
Brilliant DofE experience
School of Outdoors provided you with all the key information. The expedition was run through School. It was a brilliant experience for my son which allowed him to forge new friendships and the Leaders of the camp were excellent as well as providing in-depth training beforehand. Being kept updated via social media was a bonus and helped with mum's anxiety! Highly recommend the School of Outdoors.
October 30, 2022
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Reply from School of Outdoors
Thank you for the 5* rating and helping to organise all the parents. :)
Dof E silver
Our daughter did the DofE silver activity where she was supported by School of Outdoors. Harrison who was the lead instrotor was brilliant with the group of girls, supporting and encouraging the girls through the many trials and tribulations!
May 1, 2023
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Reply from School of Outdoors
Thank you for the review :) We will pass your comments onto Harrison.
Great opportunity for my child to gain…
Great opportunity for my child to gain a level of independence and to get out of her comfort zone.
May 3, 2023
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Reply from School of Outdoors
Thank you for the 5* rating
A great company giving my daughter the…
A great company giving my daughter the opportunity to complete her Bronze expedition with her school friends.
June 21, 2022
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Reply from School of Outdoors
Thank you for the 5* rating. Hope to see her at silver.
My child thoroughly enjoyed her experience
My daughter did the Duke of Edinburgh bronze award. She thoroughly enjoyed her experience and found the tracking part was a challenge destination. Her feet hurt, but overall had a fantastic time.
May 21, 2022
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Silver Duke of Edinburgh
School of Outdoors organised and supervised the Silver D of E expedition for my son's school. The information we were given was clear and helpful, the kids had a fabulous time doing both the practice and real expeditions, despite the cold and rain! Very professional company, thank you.
March 17, 2023
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Reply from School of Outdoors
Thank you for the 5* rating. hope to see him at gold
An enjoyable experience
My son thoroughly enjoyed the training and he is looking forward to the expedition later this month. He found the instructors to be friendly and helpful. There was good communication.
April 22, 2023
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Reply from School of Outdoors
Thank you for the 5* rating
Great Experience
My son had a great time on his Duke of Edinburgh Bronze expedition - despite the cold, wet & sometimes snowy weather the School of Outdoors made sure they were well equipped and his leader was very informative.
March 25, 2023
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Reply from School of Outdoors
Thank you for the 5* rating
D of E
My son is doing his bronze D of E with School of Outdoors and having just done his practice expedition I can highly recommend this company. Well organised and great fun
April 29, 2023
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Reply from School of Outdoors
Thank you for the 5* rating
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