Bill Stephen

Principal Teacher - Outreach Wellbeing ( Outdoor Learning) Midlothian .BSc Science & Outdoor Ed, MSc Outdoor Management Development

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

1st 2026 Educational Visits Leader training starts January for Midlothian @mideduteam @midgov staff. Sign up via Midlothian Education PLA site or register Eventbrite https://t.co/lDf9bKAxkK - Courses support Going Out There Safe Practice Guidance @SAPOE_org

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

An amazing achievement by all involved...and fully supported cross party at Holyrood! Now thoughts will move to preparing guidance & how quality outdoor residential experiences can become a reality for all our young people in Scotland👏👏@SAPOE_org @AHOEC_Scotland

[ScotGov Education @ScotGovEdu]

Enhancements to the Schools (Residential Outdoor Education) (Scotland) Bill made by @ScotGov, working with Liz Smith and MSPs across @ScotParl, will "help ensure that no child is left behind" - Children’s Minister @NatalieDon_

The Minister welcomed MSPs' vote to pass the Bill.

[IOL Outdoor Learning @IOLOutdoorProfs]

BIG NEWS!
Every young person in Scotland will be entitled to at least 4 nights + 5 days of residential outdoor ed during their school career.
The Bill was passed yesterday 16/12. This is a big achievement by Liz Smith MSP and the campaigners.
https://t.co/EIhhxM2y1e

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

I've created a @bluesky account seeing how it goes starting to feel uncomfortable posting on X with recent events. May jump soon to what I hope will be a brighter place.

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

"(SROI) for schools that have embedded learning outside the classroom in natural environments as a whole school approach is £4.32 for every £1 invested"
@mideduteam @SAPOE_org
https://t.co/RJztz7XS9T

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

Interesting & useful publication for those with EVC roles in @mideduteam establishments @SAPOE_org

https://t.co/ux3Iy0t8oy

[ScotGov Education @ScotGovEdu]

It is vital that pupils with additional support needs (ASN) are given the resources they need to excel in education.

That is why @ScotGov is offering local authorities an additional £29m to support the recruitment and retention of specialist staff.

➡️ https://t.co/92F0R9yy9Z

[Phil Thompson @Phil_Ardroy]

Privileged to give evidence to @SP_ECYP in Parliament today with @nickjmarch @FredaFallon_OBT & @jamieoutside about @mspliz 's Bill to make residentials an entitlement for all. We brought the powerful young person & parent testimonies into the room to show power of residentials

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

Last minutes spaces available for @mideduteam on this weeks CLPL (1st session Wednesday) Educational Visits Training. Get in touch to join!

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

Heading out on a visit? New courses available @mideduteam Visit Leaders & Coordinators . Book @ Midlothian Professional Learning Academy site -https://t.co/8vVK7sN7Gf ( info on Midvisits EVOLVE too) #Safe & #Successfull visits using the GOT @SAPOE_org framework & resources.

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

Heading out on a visit? New courses available @mideduteam Visit Leaders & Coordinators . Book @ Midlothian Professional Learning Academy site -https://t.co/8vVK7sN7Gf ( info on Midvisits EVOLVE too) #Safe & #Successfull visits using the GOT @SAPOE_org framework & resources.

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

Heading out on a visit? New courses available @mideduteam Visit Leaders & Coordinators . Book @ Midlothian Professional Learning Academy site -https://t.co/8vVK7sN7Gf ( info on Midvisits EVOLVE too) #Safe & #Successfull visits using the GOT @SAPOE_org framework & resources.

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

Always good to see @mideduteam @midpathways learner make choices & take on new challenges & pushing #NICASclimbing skills over last couple of weeks. Developing Climb activity in safe & structured ways. #outdoorlearning #Achieve

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

@Phil_Ardroy @ScotParl @MrsRlearns @DenbeathPS @mspliz @SAPOE_org @mideduteam @AHOECUK Likewise, hopefully we have another opportunity! Much work to do to ensure outdoor learning equity in Scotland for ASN and neurodiverse learners.

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

On ground monitoring-groups & visit leaders @mideduteam Educational Visits allows feedback & sharing of robust practice & ensure building safe hi quality achievement experiences for learners @StDavidsHS @BeeslackHigh 2 x @DofEScotland operating safely in different terrain👏

[Learning through Landscapes @LtL_News]

The third and final round of our 2024 Local School Nature Grants programme is open until November 8!

You could get free staff training for your school and £500 to spend on outdoor equipment including fire pits, planters, and waterproof clothing! Apply 👇 https://t.co/7VP95aAVjW

[Education Scotland @EducationScot]

Education Scotland has published its latest #ScottishAttainmentChallenge National Summary Report.

You can find the full report here 👇 https://t.co/FlX0XU4Wha

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

A fantastic, busy Friday afternoon in the ☀️Thanks @mideduteam probationers who came along to our 1st of 2024 Midlothian PL Academy - Outdoor Learning Session . So many curriculum links & impacts, tasks & experiential learning 👏Midlothian Rangers who supported too.

[Bill Stephen @learnoutlearnin]

Why outdoor education could save public money in the long term https://t.co/wHdrxTaQ3M

[JAEOL @JAEOL_]

Great paper providing a comprehensive overview of research on the long-term impacts of outdoor programmes, while focusing on study purposes, outcomes, and methodological rigour 🤓
Follow the link to read more: https://t.co/GjLSdxoPwK