Seven nature-connected teaching strategies—sensory activities, compassion-based education, emotional engagement, outdoor learning, PSHE nature projects, trauma-informed practices, and inclusive resources—boost pupil engagement and wellbeing. Implementing these via CPD and a whole-school approach fosters curiosity, empathy, emotional literacy, and mental health, enriching learning for all students.

This guide offers primary educators inclusive nature learning strategies using Universal Design for Learning and the five pathways to nature connection, ensuring accessibility, sensory-friendly activities, emotional literacy, and safe, engaging outdoor projects for diverse classrooms.