Fresh Start, a nature-based learning programme by The Prince’s Foundation, which promotes nature-based learning and aims to address issues faced by pupils amid the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, has seen pupils from schools in East Ayrshire — Loudoun Academy, Doon Academy, and Robert Burns Academy — all benefit from open-air learning from specialist tutors in farming, STEM, rural skills, agriculture, field to fork and outdoor activities.
The Prince’s Foundation’s Fresh Start programme at Dumfries House is about re-engaging young people back into classrooms. It helps with relationships as they’re doing teamwork in the fresh air and it’s a nice environment for them to learn in. Having started the programme in November, they were really excited about coming back and have really enjoyed the activities.