Mark Leather

Mark Leather, a Senior Lecturer in Adventure Education at Plymouth Marjon University, brings his expertise to the table as he critiques forest schools. He explores the origins of these programs, comparing them to traditional education and revealing the cultural significance of outdoor learning. The conversation dives into the potential benefits of forest schools, such as encouraging creativity and personal growth, while also flagging the limitations of current research. Leather even shares insights on whether he would choose this type of schooling for his own child.