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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · 2d

Learning outside the classroom guidance for places of worship.
Updated guidance includes other places regarded as sacred.
#oeapng #learningoutsidetheclassroom

oeapng.info/17802-learni...

The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · 9d

Guidance update: what is expected of outdoor learning centres or other such facilities.
“…some establishments may not have the knowledge or experience to distinguish between different providers.”
#oeapng #outdooreducation

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · 16d

Outdoor learning roles and their inter-dependence.
"Establishments should have access to expert advice, such as from a competent Outdoor Education Adviser".
#oeapng #outdooreducation

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · 17d

During September 2025, we revised seven OEAP National Guidance documents and made a minor amendment to one other. We also revised three Welsh translations of existing guidance documents and made a minor amendment to one other.
oeapng.info/ng-documents...
#oeapng #outdoorlearning #educationalvisits

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · 25d

Outdoor education participants with medical conditions.
Planning arrangements for visits and activities should be sufficiently flexible to support them.
#oeapng #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17719-managi...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Sep 17

New guidance – outdoor education participants with autism.
These youngsters have “the same entitlement to these opportunities” says update.
#oeapng #outdooreducation

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Sep 10

Outdoor education group safety in crowded places.
“Children and young people are particularly vulnerable in a crowd” says updated guidance.
#oeapng #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17692-outdoo...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Sep 8

During August 2025, we revised four National Guidance documents and three Welsh translations of existing guidance documents.

You can find links to the documents in the table of amendments.
oeapng.info/ng-documents...
#oeapng #outdoorlearning #educationalvisits

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Sep 3

Group safety at water margins outdoor education guidance update.
Making the most of opportunities for learning, play, enjoyment and challenge.
#watersafety #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17672-outdoo...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Aug 28

Guidance for using swimming pools during off-site visits.
It should be clearly identified as part of your visit, advises update.
#OEAPNG #outdooreducation

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Aug 20

Selecting external providers and facilities guidance for outdoor education now available.
They should be thoroughly researched and judged suitable, says update.
#outdooreducation #OEAPNG

oeapng.info/17646-select...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Aug 15

Contracts and waivers guidance for learning outside the classroom visits.
Ensure that you have authority from your employer before you enter into any contract.
#oeapng #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17639-contra...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Aug 6

Updated guidance on overseas outdoor education visits: how the curriculum is enhanced.
The potential benefits and learning outcomes from overseas visits.
#oeapng #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17624-overse...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Aug 1

During July 2025, we added one new OEAP National Guidance document, revised eleven existing documents and made minor amendments to five others. We added ten new Welsh translations of existing documents and revised seven others.
oeapng.info/ng-documents...
#oeapng #educationalvisits #outdoorlearning

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Jul 29

Update: using external providers for educational visits.
“An establishment has a duty of care to the participants on every visit” says guidance.
#oeapng #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17563-extern...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Jul 24

Outdoor education and the visits and package travel regulations.
Updated guidance urges that “you should carefully read the terms and conditions”.
#oeapng #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17554-outdoo...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Jul 16

New autism focussed outdoor education guidance released.
How to ensure that participants with autism get the best out of educational visits.
#oeapng #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17548-autism...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Jul 9

Outdoor education regarding participants with medical conditions.
"Planning arrangements for visits and activities should be sufficiently flexible" says updated guidance.
#medication #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17504-outdoo...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Jul 3

Outdoor education camping guidance: the importance of planning, preparation and leadership.
Making the most of "a great way for young people to learn life skills".
#camping #oeapng #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17468-outdoo...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Jul 1

Each month we amend the OEAP National Guidance Updates page to show how many documents we have revised in the previous month.
During June we revised two OEAP National Guidance documents, and made minor amendments to two others.
oeapng.info/ng-documents...
#oeapng #educationalvisits #outdoorlearning

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Jun 27

Outdoor education guidance for countryside visits.
Why you need to be aware of particular issues in the area you will be visiting...
#oeapng #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17448-outdoo...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Jun 19

Revised outdoor education guidance for safe use of swimming pools.
Appropriate management and supervision are required at all times.
#oeapng #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17437-revise...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Jun 12

Updated overseas visits outdoor education guidance now available.
New Government guidance makes travel from Dover to Calais easier.
#oeapng #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17432-update...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Jun 4

Offsite visits: dealing with issues involving drinking, drugs and smoking.
Some of the questions to consider when planning a visit.
#oeapng #outdooreducation

oeapng.info/17427-offsit...

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The OEAP @theoeap.bsky.social · Jun 1

During May we revised two OEAP National Guidance documents, and made minor amendments to two others. We added 30 new Welsh translations, and revised two others.
You can find links to the documents in the table of amendments.
oeapng.info/ng-documents...
#oeapng #outdoorlearning #educationalvisits

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