Find out what’s happening in the Walled Garden
Expanding Our Early Years Provision
At the Walled Garden we currently care for children aged 2-5 years.
If you would like to join our waiting list, please visit our Enrolment or Contact page.
We are also excited to announce that we are working towards registration for After School Club - coming soon!
The Importance of Being Outdoors
Being outdoors is not just fun, it’s vital for a child’s learning and development. At Dunbar Outdoor Learning, children benefit from:
Physical development:
Running, climbing, balancing, and exploring helps children build strength, coordination, and motor skills.
Mental wellbeing:
Nature reduces stress and supports emotional regulation, helping children feel calm and confident.
Social skills:
Outdoor play encourages teamwork, sharing, communication, and problem-solving.
Creativity and curiosity:
The natural world provides endless opportunities for imaginative play and inquiry-based learning.
Connection to nature:
Developing respect and understanding for the environment at a young age fosters lifelong eco-consciousness.
Sustainability and Community 🌍
At Dunbar Outdoor Learning, we are deeply committed to sustainability and reducing our environmental footprint. Caring for the planet is at the heart of everything we do.
☀️ We generate our own electricity through solar panels.
🌿 We prioritise eco-friendly products and work to reduce disposable, single-use items.
♻️ Many of our resources are reused or donated by local families and shops.
🚲 We use an e-bike to transport children around Dunbar for our outdoor adventures — a fun, sustainable, and low-emission way to travel!
🛍️ When new materials are needed, we shop locally to support our community and small businesses.
💚 We also give back by donating to local charity shops whenever possible.
By embracing sustainability in our daily practice, we not only reduce our impact on the environment but also teach children the importance of caring for our planet—instilling lifelong values through real-world, eco-friendly actions. One little footprint at a time!
Why Choose Dunbar Outdoor Learning?
Choosing an outdoor nursery is more than just a childcare decision, it’s an investment in your child’s physical, emotional and cognitive development. At Dunbar Outdoor Learning, we provide a safe, supportive and stimulating environment where children can flourish in the fresh air, connect with nature, and develop skills that will last a lifetime.
We are proud to be more than a nursery we are a community, a family and a place where children can truly thrive outdoors.
