Between 2009-2010, The Trust worked with 383 UK schools and a total of 26,493 young people took part in one of The Outward Bound Trust’s programmes, of which two thirds received financial support from the Trust’s bursary fund. These programmes not only challenge and motivate pupils on a practical level, young people also learn to empathise with their peers and connect emotionally with them. 93% reported improved relationships, particularly with their friends, family and teachers, as a result of the social skills they developed at The Trust. 88% of teachers surveyed noted a marked improvement in respect from pupils after the course and 90% identified that pupils have a better understanding of other people’s needs because they have more confidence to help their classmates.
Attending a programme run by The Outward Bound Trust acts as a catalyst for improved learning and behaviour with 93% of teachers questioned describing the positive effect on their pupils’ personal development, identifying increased confidence and raised self-esteem as key contributing factors. 83% of teachers commented that their pupils return to school with better performance and increased enthusiasm for learning. Their teamwork and problem-solving skills are also enhanced. 71% of teachers said that the course broadened their pupils’ horizons, partly by giving them the chance to see their own capabilities but also by introducing them to a new environment and new experiences on a ‘level playing field’.
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