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Day 42 of activity on Orkney and the second day on Westray.A grey but rain free start to the day did not dampen the mood...
28/08/2026

Day 42 of activity on Orkney and the second day on Westray.
A grey but rain free start to the day did not dampen the mood of the 6 pupils who problem solved, built and tested their raft building skills on the water.
The afternoon was wisely spent hiding indoors taking part in Archery
Big thanks again goes to the hosting school and support from the staff and teachers
Today is also the last day of work for Rhys who first arrived on Orkney in 2018 to instruct on the Hoy residential programme. He has been back nearly every year since then working for Outdoor Education and other private companies as a tour guide. Big Thankyou to Rhys for his excellent instruction and work with the schools on the isles. Safe journey home until next time……🤪😇

Day 41 of outdoor learning on Orkney and we are in Westray for the next couple of days.Making the most of the remaining ...
27/08/2026

Day 41 of outdoor learning on Orkney and we are in Westray for the next couple of days.

Making the most of the remaining sun of the summer, the group of 6 pupils enthusiastically headed onto the water in canoes and to the top of the climbing wall

A super motivated and excited team of P5 and P6 pupils making the most of learning outdoors!

Day 40 of Outdoor Learning in Orkney on the island of SandayA final day of activity for Primary 5 and 7 pupils and raft ...
25/08/2026

Day 40 of Outdoor Learning in Orkney on the island of Sanday
A final day of activity for Primary 5 and 7 pupils and raft building, archery and orienteering were all completed on another sunny day!
Thankyou to school admins and teachers for a wonderful welcome and hosting us for the 2 days. Your enthusiasm is amazing and can be seen in the pupils within the school !
Next island visit will be Westray…….

Day 39 of Outdoor Learning and we are on the island of SandayThe first of 2 days activity with Primary 5 & 7 pupils incl...
24/08/2026

Day 39 of Outdoor Learning and we are on the island of Sanday
The first of 2 days activity with Primary 5 & 7 pupils included Open Canoeing and Climbing wall
A warm and sunny day ☀️☀️

Day 38 of outdoor activity on Orkney and we are in Stronsay for another day of activity based from the island school.Tod...
21/08/2026

Day 38 of outdoor activity on Orkney and we are in Stronsay for another day of activity based from the island school.
Today the group headed back onto the water in open canoes and scaled to greater heights in the afternoon on the climbing tower.
It was great to see the pupils working together as a team
Great to see the class teacher also taking part alongside them enjoying and developing stronger relationships, and seeing pupils learning outside the classroom
Thankyou for a warm and friendly welcome from all staff at the school. The happy atmosphere and helpfulness was excellent and we look forward to returning again soon

Day 37 of outdoor activity in Orkney and we are in Stronsay with Primary 6 and 7 pupilsToday in cool northerly winds the...
20/08/2026

Day 37 of outdoor activity in Orkney and we are in Stronsay with Primary 6 and 7 pupils

Today in cool northerly winds the pupils took part in archery , orienteering and raft building

Day 36 of Outdoor Education on Hoy and. The final day for the group who have completed 4 nights, 5 days of adventure and...
20/06/2026

Day 36 of Outdoor Education on Hoy and. The final day for the group who have completed 4 nights, 5 days of adventure and learning comprising of 8 different activities throughout the week, with lots of happy memories made!

Thankyou to the visiting staff who give their time and attention to the pupils throughout the week. The week would not be possible without you

Today is also the last day of our residential programme for 2026 on Hoy.

A big thanks to the Hoy and Rackwick Wardens; Rachel and Dawn for the excellent management of the facilities.

Thanks to the Stromness Academy catering team for preparing, producing and delivering the food for groups over the past 3 months. Your service has been amazing and kept hungry pupils very happy!

Finally..Super thanks goes out to returning instructors; Alain and Jason, for a great job well done and everything they have given to ensure the school groups had a superb and successful programme on Hoy

18/06/2026

Having fun in the sea whilst it rains!

Day 35 of Outdoor Education on Hoy and the penultimate day of activities for the group who are a little more tired this ...
18/06/2026

Day 35 of Outdoor Education on Hoy and the penultimate day of activities for the group who are a little more tired this morning after their long walk yesterday!
A morning of Bushcraft and Tyrolean Traverse activity and everyone headed out canoeing for the afternoon in the rain

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