LOtC Quality Badge

LOtC Quality Badge

The Council for Learning Outside the Classroom oversee the awarding of a range of Quality Badges which are specific to the particular organisation. Read more about these below.

 

For LOtC Providers

Awarded by the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom, the LOtC Quality Badge is a national award combining the essential elements of provision – learning and safety – into ONE easily recognisable and trusted accreditation scheme for ALL types of Learning Outside the Classroom provider organisation. Read more about the LOtC Quality Badge: http://lotcqualitybadge.org.uk/

 

The LOtC Site Provider Award

The LOtC Site Provider Award is intended to recognise those organisations which actively welcome schools onto their sites and ensure that those sites and any other services provided meet the needs of schools. Read more about the LOtC Site Provider Award: http://www.lotc.org.uk/lotc-accreditations/lotc-site-provider-award/

 

The LOtC Resource Provider Award 

The LOtC Resource Provider Award is intended to recognise those organisations that provide products and services which genuinely assist teachers in delivering LOtC, and work with users to ensure that this is the case. Read more about the LOtC Resource Provider Award: http://www.lotc.org.uk/lotc-accreditations/lotc-resource-provider-award/

 

For Schools

The LOtC Mark is the first national accreditation for schools which recognises and supports the development of Learning Outside the Classroom across all subject areas. Comprising of three levels, the LOtC Mark is intended not only to recognise existing exemplary provision, but also to assist and support schools in developing their LOtC offer. Read more about the LOtC Mark: http://www.lotc.org.uk/lotc-accreditations/lotc-mark

Venues with this Accreditation

Hi, I'm Mike and I run a wide variety of Sea Kayaking and adventurous activitie courses.
Adventurous activities are my business and also my hobby. I love what I do, and enjoy passing on that passion to my clients.

Llandysul Paddlers Canoe Club is based in West Wales and was founded in 1984 by Chris Berry and Trevor Grace. The club has had many great years with membership continuing to increase at a steady pace. The club has seen lots of changes over the years and the most dynamic of these was "Project 94". This was a document that was put together to help plan the future of the club.

Mountaineering and water-sports have been part of Paul Knowles’ life since childhood. He is most passionate about climbing longer alpine routes, but is equally psyched for any outdoor activity. Never one to take himself too seriously, Paul gains most enjoyment from watching those around him gain pleasure or achievement from the outdoors.

The origins of the Centre date back to 1963 when this beautiful site on the banks of the Medina Estuary was identified as a great place to set up a sailing school, by a group of Christians from a variety of church backgrounds.

Low Wood Bay Watersports Centre, with its extensive range of equipment and an inspiring setting against a backdrop of the Lakeland fells is a great location for getting out on the water. We offer a wide variety of watersports instruction and boat hire suitable for all ages and abilities.

Absolute Outdoors Ltd was formed in 2013, by a group of directors with a love for the great outdoors, and a passion for high quality education and adventure. Absolute Outdoors Ltd specialise in providing outdoor experiences, outdoor education, training and qualifications to all ages and all levels of ability, nationwide.

Welcome to Isca Outdoor, specialist provider for outdoor activities. Based in Devon, we offer a wide range of adventure activities and courses for groups of all ages and abilities.

Situated in the beautiful Longleat Estate is the simply stunning, Longleat Forest. The hilly landscape is truly spectacular and you'll see hundred-year-old Giant Redwoods. To get around, you can cycle, walk or catch the land train. Wherever you go, you'll be delighted by the gorgeous views.

As a Grant Aided Special School, part of our funding goes towards resourcing our Outdoor Learning service, and all children at Harmeny, whether here on a residential or day basis, benefit from the activities on offer.

We are all outdoor enthusiasts and committed to the highest standards of safety and service. 

Welcome to E3Adventures, we are a friendly Sussex based company specializing in adventure, expeditions and outdoor learning.  Between us we have nearly 70 years experience delivering learning and adventure throughout the UK (and further afield). 

Go Coasteering was formed out of a love for the sport and we specialize in only one thing. This makes us the leading provider in the Southwest. Our most popular venues include coasteering Exeter, coasteering Torquay, coasteering Bude, Croyde and Newquay.

Centre 81 is ideally situated on the banks of the Gareloch and with in easy reach of Helensburgh, Glasgow and Loch Lomond. The Centre provides a wealth of facilities and activities for all ages. We have a large variety of clubs and groups.

Located on the Kent-Sussex border, between Tunbridge Wells and Crowborough, are a series of sandstone outcrops that provide some of the most beautiful and awe-inspiring rock climbing in the South East, if not the Country.

Providing the Highest Quality Courses in the South East, Nuts4Climbing is based on the Kent and Sussex Border, near Tunbridge Wells.  It is the nearest outdoor venue to London, also offering tuition in Dartmoor And Devon, as well as away trips to The Peak District, North Wales, Dartmoor, Portland and France. One off, weekend, and six week courses introducing Rock Climbing for all ages.

The Greenpower Education Trust’s objective is to advance education in the subjects of sustainable engineering and technology to young people.

See where your non-recyclable waste is buried.

Gate House was built in 1896 as a country retreat and converted into an Outward Bound centre in 1950. With 60 acres of landscaped grounds, stunning views of some of the highest summits in England and the picturesque village of Eskdale Green just down the road it's an ideal venue for our development courses.

Ferny Crofts boasts a whole host of outdoor activities, spacious camping for over 500, as well as three indoor accommodation units

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