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LPS26 Conference Programme

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Building Pathways Beyond the Classroom

03 Nov 2026
Stage 2

This session explores how learning can extend beyond traditional classroom boundaries to create meaningful pathways into lifelong learning, community participation and future careers. Through examples of place-based learning, outdoor education and industry-led programmes, speakers will demonstrate how collaboration between schools, communities and employers can build confidence, resilience, skills and aspiration among young people.

Chairperson
Fiona Robertson, Executive Manager, Education & Learning / Chief Education Officer - Shetland Islands Council
Speakers
Carolyn McFarlane, Outdoor and Nature Based Learning Lead - Thrive Outdoors Inspiring Scotland
Etvie Currie, Place Lead (Spatial Planning, Research and Development) - Glasgow City Planning, Neighbourhoods, Regeneration and Sustainability team
Freda Fallon, Head of Scottish Education Partnerships - The Outward Bound Trust
Mike Hamilton OBE, Interim Director of Education - The Outward Bound Trust
Lisa Robinson, Head of Scottish Partnerships - The Outward Bound Trust
Daniel McDonagh, Education Director - Class of Your Own