Free School Places Still Available for Surrey and South East Schools

By Nikki Kennedy · 30 Sep 2026

Schools across Surrey and the South East are being encouraged to secure one of the remaining free places at the CLOtC National Conference 2026, taking place on Thursday 12th November 2026 at RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey.

Don't miss your chance to attend the CLOtC National Conference 2026 for free!

Schools across Surrey and the South East are being encouraged to secure one of the remaining free places at the CLOtC National Conference 2026, taking place on Thursday 12th November 2026 at RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey. Places are limited and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

The conference brings together teachers, school leaders, educational providers, researchers, policymakers and sector partners for a day of inspiration, collaboration and professional learning focused on learning outside the classroom (LOtC).

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“Engage, Connect, Enrich”

This year’s theme,“Engage, Connect, Enrich”, celebrates the transformative impact that high-quality learning beyond the classroom can have on children and young people’s education, wellbeing and future opportunities.

Delegates will have the opportunity to hear from a range of inspiring speakers, including education leaders from Oriel High School, policy advisers from the Department for Education, and Professor Annegret Dahlmann-Noor of University College London, who will deliver a keynote on the lifelong impact of time outdoors on children’s eye health.

The conference also features interactive workshops, networking opportunities and an exhibition zone showcasing organisations and resources that support learning outside the classroom.

This year, the conference is hosted at the renowned RHS Garden Wisley. Delegates will have access to a unique learning environment, including workshops delivered across both indoor and outdoor spaces within the gardens.

The programme also includes opportunities to network with colleagues from across the education sector, visit exhibitors, take part in guided tours and discover innovative approaches to enriching learning experiences for children and young people.

Find out more about the Conference

Download the CLOtC National Conference Guide for more detailed information about the conference including:

• The agenda
• Speakers
• Workshops
• Exhibitors
• Travel and accommodation information
• The venue

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Free Tickets for Schools

Thanks to support from the conference sponsors, free places are available for teachers and school staff local to the venue, helping more schools access high-quality professional development and connect with the growing movement to ensure every child can benefit from meaningful learning beyond the classroom.

Date: Thursday 12th November 2026

Time: 8:30am to 4:00pm

Venue: RHS Garden Wisley, Surrey

To claim a free ticket (one per school), contact Emily Carlill, Project and Event Officer at the Council for Learning Outside the Classroom, at emily.carlill@lotc.org.uk, stating your school name and address.

Free places are available to schools in Surrey and the South East and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

About CLOtC

The Council for Learning Outside the Classroom (CLOtC) is a UK-wide charity that champions learning outside the classroom (LOtC). It works with schools, educators and learning providers to help more children and young people access high-quality learning experiences beyond the classroom walls, whether they take place outdoors or indoors, locally or further afield.

CLOtC supports schools to embed learning outside the classroom into their curriculum through practical resources, professional development, membership, mentoring and the LOtC Mark, a framework that helps schools review, develop, recognise and enrich their learning beyond the classroom provision.

CLOtC also manages the LOtC Quality Badge, a nationally recognised award that helps schools identify providers offering high-quality educational experiences and effective risk management.