Welcome to Outside Education
Who are we?
Outside Education Group is a non-profit tuition provider with a difference. We deliver fun outside-the-box learning experiences, with many sessions taking place outdoors in Heaton Park through our partnership with the Heaton Park Community Garden team.
We provide resources and support for young people who are outside the UK school system or are struggling with a traditional school-based education. We work with schools, local authorities and other educators to support students with neuro-diversities and disabilities.
We run inclusive educational clubs and classes throughout the week. This is child-centred learning delivered by qualified staff with SEND experience.
Contact Stuart and the team to learn more about our sessions.
Mondays: 1-to-1 tuition
Tuesdays: KS3 classes
Wednesdays: GCSE tuition
Thursdays: KS2 classes
Fridays: Horticulture in Heaton Park
Evening tuition is available.
We hope to bring our extremely popular after-school science club back in September. Drop us an email to find out more and reserve a place.
Term Dates
We follow the Bury schools holiday pattern.
Spring 2025
Starts: Monday 6 January 2025
Half term: Monday 17 February 2025 to Friday 21 February 2025
Ends: Friday 4 April 2025
Good Friday: 18 April 2025 and Easter Monday: 21 April 2025
Summer 2025
Starts: Tuesday 22 April 2025
Bank Holiday: 5 May 2025
Half term: Monday 26 May 2025 to Friday 30 May 2025
Ends: Tuesday 22 July 2025
Autumn 2025
Starts: Monday 1 September 2025
Half term: Monday 27 October 2025 to Friday 31 October 2025
Ends: Friday 19 December 2025
Spring 2026
Starts: Monday 5 January 2026
Half term: Monday 16 February 2026 to Friday 20 February 2026
Ends: Thursday 2 April 2026
Good Friday: 3 April 2026 and Easter Monday: 6 April 2026
Summer 2026
Starts: Monday 20 April 2026
Bank Holiday: 4 May 2026
Half term: Monday 25 May 2026 to Friday 29 May 2026
Ends: Tuesday 21 July 2026
Community Hub
The Outside Education Community Hub and Training Centre on Windsor Road in Prestwich opened its doors in September 2020.
The large training room (7m x 3m) and smaller meeting room (3m x 2.5m) can be hired by community groups and businesses. Both rooms have sensory, colour-changing lighting and provide a comfortable environment for therapy as well as training and clubs.
Horticulture In Heaton Park
Our horticulture sessions take place at the Heaton Park community garden and orchard. The small group size allows each child to progress at their own level and to explore their potential.
A connection with nature is incredibly important. Working with plants and the soil is a very sensory experience and is great for mental health and wellbeing. The students learn about horticulture, conservation and the environment, have fun with eco-crafts and explore science is an entirely new way.
The team also offer a horticulture programme for schools, tailored for each school. This includes assisting the students and their support staff with designing and creating a nature space in their own school or community. Contact us for details.
Notes:
- Horticulture sessions take place both undercover and in the open air. Appropriate clothing and footwear is required according to the weather conditions. This being Manchester, wellies and raincoats are recommended!
- When dropping and picking up in Heaton Park, please remember to pay and display.