Written questions

Outdoor Education

2026-06-22 · Department for Education · 12538 · Official question

Ben Obese-Jecty

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Education, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of introducing legislation that mirrors the Schools (Residential Outdoor Education) (Scotland) Bill.

Answer

The government recognises outdoor opportunities as a valuable part of the childhood experiences we want all children and young people to have. Our Enrichment Framework, published on 15 June, sets an expectation that all schools and colleges should offer a...