Ballater
Environmental Education
Centre

Courses

The programme of Residential Courses includes:-

Upper Primary School Courses - generally interdisciplinary in nature, combining a broadly-based approach to natural history fieldwork with a range os sensory awareness and adventure activities. all the activities have their foundations in the 5-14 Guidelines.
Upper Secondary School Courses - these are specialist fieldwork courses for senior pupils in Geography, Geology and Biology. In each case, environmental education forms the basis of the teaching methodology. Also offered are modules exploring topics such as Environmental Monitoring and Alternative Technology.
In-Service Training - the emphasis here is open the development of personal skills and environmental awareness, whilst at the same time promoting new teaching methods and strategies designed to advance environmental education in schools
Adult Education Courses - an increasingly important part of the weekend programme at Ballater, with a range of Courses/Excursions which explore the natural history of Deeside
Conference Facilities - the Centre is offered as a meeting place for groups and organizations with an interest in the environment, and is an excellent venue for environmental organisations wishing to hold small conferences.
Day Courses - the Centre now offers day Courses for Primary School pupils, particularly in the Lower School. Programmes are tailored to suit individual needs, but again, all are based on the 5-14 Curriculum Guidelines.

Other courses may be available on request. For further information, please contact the Centre.