The new Outdoor Learning Centre, formerly Ardwhallan, has been opened by minister Daphne Caine.
The revamped centre offers a variety of outdoor challenges including a problem-solving field, orienteering, bush craft zone and newly refitted adventure course.
Mrs Caine said: “I am delighted DESC can facilitate learning opportunities that connect children and young people with nature and I am certain students are going to have a really wild time here.’
“The OLC will enhance educational outcomes for young people by integrating hands-on learning with adventure and problem solving to equip them with important skills that support lifelong learning.”
In the coming months, Year 5 pupils from all the island’s primary schools will take part in a newly developed Wilderness Education Programme (WEP).
‘We provide a safe outdoor space where young people can spend time in nature, develop, learn, and thrive. We’re really excited to welcome more groups to experience this educational asset.’
Greg Stalker, the Head of the OLC
The WEP will be delivered in collaboration with Manx Wildlife Trust (MWT).
Beth Penhallurick, Education Officer at MWT, said: “We are delighted to help develop a wildlife trail to help young people engage with native wildlife around this beautiful site.”
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